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Pacific Symphony To Present TCHAIKOVSKY’S SWAN LAKE In December 4–6
Program includes Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G and the U.S. premiere of Cassandra Miller’s “Swim”.
By: A.A. Cristi
Pacific Symphony will present “Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake” December 4–6 as part of its 2025–26 Classical Series, conducted by guest conductor Tianyi Lu.
The program will open with the United States premiere of Cassandra Miller’s “Swim,” followed by Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major featuring pianist Alexandra Dariescu, and conclude with Tchaikovsky’s suites from SWAN LAKE. Tickets are currently available.
“Pacific Symphony welcomes Tianyi Lu back with open arms,” said Pacific Symphony President John Forsyte. “Her international experience and radiant energy shine through her performances, revealing a deeply creative approach to the repertoire and a warm, open-hearted style of leadership. I'm certain our audiences will enjoy experiencing Tchaikovsky and Ravel's masterpieces under her direction.”
Miller’s “Swim,” first premiered in 2024 with Royal Northern Sinfonia, draws inspiration from Schumann’s “Rhenish” Symphony and Anne Carson’s essay “Water Margins.” Forsyte said, “‘Swim’ is a deeply contemplative work that invites the audience to reflect on their own personal connection to the music. Its serene quality encourages curiosity and introspection, allowing each listener to take away a uniquely personal experience. We look forward to sharing its U.S. premiere with our audience.”
Before intermission, Alexandra Dariescu will perform Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major, a work influenced by Ravel’s travels to North America in the late 1920s and reflecting the era’s jazz style. Following the concerto, the program will conclude with suites from SWAN LAKE, which depict Tchaikovsky’s romantic narrative through orchestral color, melodic contrasts, and expressive gesture.
TCHAIKOVSKY’S SWAN LAKE
Dates: December 4–6, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
TICKETING INFORMATION
Tickets: $36–$252
Phone: (714) 755-5799
Pre-concert talk with Alan Chapman: 7 p.m.
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