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JOANN CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN’S TRIPLE
JoAnn Falletta returns with Lisa Nakamichi, Ignace Jang, and Julian Schwarz
An evening of elegance, intensity, and musical discovery unfolds as HSO Conductor Emeritus JoAnn Falletta returns to lead a program of extraordinary contrasts, featuring Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, the Hawaiʻi premiere of Randall Svane’s Quantum Flight, and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1.
DATE
Friday, October 16, 2026
TIME
7:30 PM
Pre-Concert Conversation 6:30 PM
Venue
777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu
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——— THE PROGRAM
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Quantum Flight
RANDALL SVANE
Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano, Op. 56, in C major, “Triple”
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN
INTERMISSION
An evening of elegance, intensity, and musical discovery unfolds as HSO Conductor Emeritus JoAnn Falletta returns to lead a program of extraordinary contrasts. Three brilliant soloists, pianist Lisa Nakamichi, HSO Concertmaster Ignace Jang, and cellist Julian Schwarz, come together for Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, a graceful and spirited exchange between piano, violin, cello, and orchestra. Filled with conversation, connection, and dazzling artistry, the work showcases the unique power of three voices united as one.
The Hawaiʻi premiere of Randall Svane’s Quantum Flight brings a bold, contemporary energy to the stage, while Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1 closes the program with a sweeping journey through stormy landscapes, fierce emotion, and defiant triumph. Arrive one hour before the performance for a complimentary Pre-Concert Conversation with JoAnn Falletta and special guests. From graceful melodies to thunderous climaxes, this unforgettable concert celebrates the power of collaboration, the thrill of discovery, and the extraordinary artistry of live orchestral music.
Symphony No. 1, Op. 39, in E minor
JEAN SIBELIUS
——— ON STAGE
FEATURED ARTIST
JOAN FALLETTA
CONDUCTOR
HSO Conductor Emeritus JoAnn Falletta returns to lead a program of extraordinary contrasts, bringing elegance, intensity, and musical discovery to the evening.
LISA NAKAMICHI
PIANO
Pianist Lisa Nakamichi joins Beethoven’s Triple Concerto as one of the evening’s three brilliant soloists, part of a graceful and spirited musical exchange.
IGNACE JANG
VIOLIN
HSO Concertmaster Ignace Jang appears as solo violinist in Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, sharing in a performance filled with conversation, connection, and dazzling artistry.
JULIAN SCHWARD
CELLO
Cellist Julian Schwarz completes the trio of featured soloists in Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, helping bring its three united voices vividly to life.
HAWAIʻI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
ORCHESTRA
From the Hawaiʻi premiere of Quantum Flight to Sibelius’ sweeping First Symphony, the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra anchors a night of collaboration and discovery.
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BEFORE TOU COME
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Expect an evening of elegance, intensity, and musical discovery, spanning the Hawaiʻi premiere of Quantum Flight, Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1.
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Arrive one hour before the performance for a complimentary Pre-Concert Conversation with JoAnn Falletta and special guests. -
JoAnn Falletta conducts, with Lisa Nakamichi on piano, Ignace Jang on violin, and Julian Schwarz on cello, alongside the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra.
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Randall Svane’s Quantum Flight, Beethoven’s Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano, Op. 56, “Triple,” and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1 in E minor.
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VENUE
——— GETTING THERE
7:30 BLAISDELL CONSERT HALL
777 Ward Avenue Honolulu, HI 96814
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Arrive early for the complimentary Pre-Concert Conversation at 6:30 PM and allow time to be seated before the 7:30 PM performance.
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