Marcantonio Raimondi ca. 1515–25
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Tragedy Unbound Closing out our 2024 summer season, we arrive at the climactic finale of our season, Tragedy Unbound. Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 6, composed during a time of personal happiness, paradoxically reveals the darker undercurrents of life’s journey. Known as the “Tragic Symphony”, its powerful and intense themes reflect the stark contrasts and hidden depths within our destinies. Opening with a movement Mahler dedicated to his wife Alma, the symphony's passionate and energetic themes lead us into the haunting and lyrical second movement. The eerie, dance-like scherzo follows, embodying the childhood innocence of his two daughters and the complexities of growing up. The finale, with its dramatic hammer blows symbolizing fate, brings the symphony—and our season—to a powerful and evocative close. As we reflect on the paths we’ve taken, the connections we've made, and the moments that have shaped us, Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 serves as a profound reminder of the light and dark that intertwine in our destinies. Join us for this extraordinary performance as we embrace the final leg of our journey through The Sounds of Destiny. Thank you for being part of our season. We look forward to embarking on new adventures with you next year! GUSTAV MAHLER Symphony No. 6 in A Minor 'Tragische' Saturday. August 24 at 7pm Church of the Holy Apostles 296 9th Ave, Chelsea, NYC |
*program and artists subject to change
