The Vancouver Island Symphony’s 30th Season begins on Saturday, October 19th

Vancouver Island Symphony Celebrates 30 Years of Musical Brilliance!

Nanaimo, BC – Join us in celebrating the Vancouver Island Symphony’s 30th Anniversary, a radiant milestone marking three decades of exceptional music and community connection. Just as a pearl takes years to develop its elegance and beauty, the Symphony has grown through a journey of resilience, artistry, and grace. We invite you to a season of timeless classics, world premieres, and new compositions that are sure to captivate your heart.

Artistic Director Cosette Justo Valdés continues her vision of Keeping Music Live in our vibrant community with a spectacular season that showcases a feast of great music for all to enjoy.

Opening Performance: Tchaikovsky & Dvořák

Saturday, October 19th, 2024

Pre-Concert Chat: 6:30 PM | Performance: 7:30 PM

The Port Theatre

• Conductor: Cosette Justo Valdés
• Guest Artists: Sointu Aalto, Cello | Paige Pierce, Nanaimo Youth Poet Laureate
• Program:

Dvořák: Cello Concerto

Sointu Aalto: New Composition (World Premiere)

Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 “Pathétique”

We launch our Pearl Anniversary with Dvořák’s beloved Cello Concerto, featuring the remarkable cellist and composer, Sointu Aalto, who also presents a world premiere of her new composition. Tchaikovsky’s passionate Symphony No. 6 brings a powerful close to the evening.

For more information and ticket purchases, please visit www.vancouverislandsymphony.com