Great Performances on PBS Premieres Ravinia's 2022 Performance of Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony

Jan 18, 2022
Performing Arts

Welcome to Weekends In the Park, your ultimate guide to community and society's holidays and seasonal events! We are thrilled to share with you an extraordinary musical performance that has captured hearts and souls – Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony at Ravinia's 2022 concert, exclusively available on Great Performances on PBS.

Immerse Yourself in the Midst of Musical Brilliance

Prepare to be transported into a world of enchantment as Ravinia's 2022 concert brings Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony to life. This masterpiece intertwines captivating melodies, intricate harmonies, and profound lyrical narratives, all meticulously composed to evoke deep emotional connections. Experience the power of music as it resonates with your innermost thoughts and feelings.

A Tribute to Leonard Bernstein's Creative Genius

Leonard Bernstein, the legendary American composer, conductor, and pianist, has left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Renowned for his immense talent and versatility, Bernstein's compositions effortlessly blend various musical genres, breaking boundaries and captivating audiences across generations. His Kaddish Symphony is a poignant and deeply personal exploration of faith, loss, and hope.

Discovering the Kaddish Symphony's Poignant Narrative

The Kaddish Symphony embarks on a soul-stirring journey, reflecting the human condition and the pursuit of meaning amidst life's complexities. Through its soaring orchestral arrangements and emotionally charged choral passages, Bernstein's composition intertwines Jewish liturgical themes with universal themes of love, despair, and redemption. Its profound narrative invites introspection and contemplation.

Captivating Performances by World-Class Artists

Ravinia's 2022 concert unites an extraordinary ensemble of musicians and vocalists, each renowned in their respective fields. Led by a brilliant conductor, this captivating performance brings Bernstein's vision to life. The orchestra's masterful execution, coupled with the impassioned voices of the choir, ensures an unforgettable musical experience.

Key Highlights of Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony

  • Melodic nuances that tug at the heartstrings
  • Dramatic crescendos and enchanting diminuendos
  • Intricate instrumentation showcasing diverse musical timbres
  • Lyrically expressive choral passages
  • Poignant use of Jewish liturgical motifs
  • Merging of symphonic and vocal elements to create a rich tapestry of sound

Embracing the Power of Music to Unite Communities

At Weekends In the Park, we believe in the transformative power of music and art to foster a sense of community and enhance our society's cultural fabric. Ravinia's 2022 performance of Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony serves as a testament to this belief, bringing people together to celebrate the beauty of shared experiences.

A Celebration of Holidays and Seasonal Events

The Kaddish Symphony concert at Ravinia embraces the spirit of holidays and seasonal events, reminding us of the significance of these moments in our lives. Discover the joy and wonder of cultural celebrations, as we unite in the spirit of communal festivities and create lasting memories with loved ones.

Join Us in this Unforgettable Experience

Weekends In the Park invites you to be a part of something extraordinary – the premiere of Leonard Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony at Ravinia's 2022 concert, aired exclusively on Great Performances on PBS. Immerse yourself in the profound beauty of music, witness breathtaking performances, and embark on a journey of introspection and shared inspiration.

Don't miss this opportunity to be captivated by the brilliance of Bernstein's composition. Join us at Weekends In the Park as we celebrate the transformative power of music in our community and society's holidays and seasonal events.

Rocky Glaze
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Nov 11, 2023
Romy Ilano
This performance is a true masterpiece that touches the soul. ??
Nov 8, 2023
Bob Archer
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
Nov 5, 2023
NewsOK
The blend of music and message in this symphony was thought-provoking and inspiring.
Nov 5, 2023
Brian Tortolano
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Oct 31, 2023
Ciro Papi
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
Oct 21, 2023
Megan Salazar
The performance was a fitting homage to Bernstein's legacy and musical genius.
Oct 20, 2023
Elliott Benedict
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
Oct 14, 2023
Koreana Pak
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
Oct 12, 2023
Joe Claire
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
Sep 27, 2023
Bjorn Barnard
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Sep 22, 2023
Ross Duncan
Such a powerful and moving performance. It left a lasting impact on me.
Sep 21, 2023
Andrew Kostyrka
I was deeply moved by the connection between Bernstein's music and the emotional themes.
Sep 12, 2023
Tom Frencel
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
Sep 1, 2023
Justas Palumickas
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
Sep 1, 2023
Paul Jennings
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
Sep 1, 2023
Anthony Falcone
The Kaddish Symphony was a powerful and moving tribute to the human spirit.
Aug 25, 2023
Terry Weir
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Aug 18, 2023
Mina Aghareza
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Aug 17, 2023
Rick Hostetler
The performance beautifully captured the essence of Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony.
Aug 14, 2023
Steven Citron
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Aug 5, 2023
Brad Venable
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Aug 3, 2023
James Hardman
Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony was brought to life in an unforgettable way.
Aug 1, 2023
Anna Tarkowski
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
Jul 30, 2023
Seun Ajanwachuku
The performance was a beautiful tribute to the legacy of Leonard Bernstein.
Jul 24, 2023
Dave Thibodeau
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
Jul 11, 2023
Todd Graef
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Jul 6, 2023
Rasmus Makwarth
The symphony's power and emotional resonance was truly remarkable.
Jul 2, 2023
Dave Lundstedt
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
Jun 25, 2023
Brian Martinez
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Jun 17, 2023
Earl Buice
The soloists and orchestra delivered an exceptionally moving performance.
May 31, 2023
Charles Betlach
I was mesmerized by the performance and the depth of emotion it conveyed.
May 26, 2023
Ryan Grandusky
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
May 18, 2023
Greta Fitzgerald
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
May 10, 2023
Pascal Fortier-Beaulieu
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
May 7, 2023
Lindsay Hope
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Apr 29, 2023
Justine Manning
A stunning and immersive performance that moved me to tears.
Apr 27, 2023
Amanda Krueger
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Apr 18, 2023
Gary Ash
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Apr 18, 2023
Dennis Schutte
The Kaddish Symphony touched my soul in a way that's hard to put into words.
Apr 14, 2023
Lewis Phillips
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Apr 1, 2023
Ashley Quebedeaux
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
Mar 25, 2023
Pej Sabet
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Mar 24, 2023
Randolph Craun
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Mar 18, 2023
Gao Frank
I was deeply moved by the emotional depth of Bernstein's Kaddish Symphony.
Mar 10, 2023
Allan Jallan
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Feb 17, 2023
Andrea Berg, PHR, SHRM-CP
A moving and powerful tribute to Leonard Bernstein's musical legacy.
Feb 9, 2023
Rob Zuber
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
Feb 4, 2023
Wl Lh
The symphony's message resonated deeply and will stay with me for a long time.
Jan 16, 2023
Kiran
I was deeply moved by the depth and emotion in this remarkable performance.
Jan 14, 2023
Michael Labanowski
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
Jan 8, 2023
Jessica Krauser
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Dec 25, 2022
Zada Cawdery
The symphony's emotional impact left a lasting impression on all who experienced it.
Dec 25, 2022
Suzzette-Ann Simmons
The combination of music and storytelling in the Kaddish Symphony was masterfully done.
Dec 16, 2022
Albert Sneath
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
Dec 7, 2022
Jodi Tallman
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Nov 20, 2022
Brenda Barth
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Nov 13, 2022
Gwen McKinney
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Oct 30, 2022
Polly Yen
The impact of the Kaddish Symphony's message was truly profound.
Oct 26, 2022
Patty Lumpkin
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Oct 19, 2022
Shawn Gilliam
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
Oct 18, 2022
Sel Name
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
Oct 18, 2022
David Bieganowski
The performance was a masterful interpretation of Bernstein's profound symphony.
Oct 17, 2022
Donald Matthewson
The performance was truly captivating and beautifully executed.
Sep 27, 2022
Alexander Francis
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Sep 26, 2022
Karyn Agosto
The soloists' performances were exceptional and helped bring Bernstein's vision to life.
Sep 16, 2022
Paul Hickman
The orchestra truly brought Bernstein's vision to life in an unforgettable way.
Sep 14, 2022
Mike Wesley
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
Sep 14, 2022
Scott Hoffer
The performance was a testament to the enduring power of Leonard Bernstein's music.
Aug 16, 2022
Judy Satersmoen
A stirring and evocative performance that resonated on a deeply emotional level.
Aug 12, 2022
Barry Wortzman
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Jul 29, 2022
Jenny Leahy
The symphony's themes were portrayed with precision and emotional depth.
Jul 23, 2022
Lisa Sicurelli
The orchestra's performance was flawless and full of emotional depth.
Jul 22, 2022
Kaylee Boehm
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
Jul 15, 2022
Adrian Guardado-Perez
The Kaddish Symphony at Ravinia's 2022 concert was a transcendent experience.
Jul 6, 2022
Kc Smith
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Jun 28, 2022
Kelly Barney
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Jun 17, 2022
Joshua Pura
An unforgettable performance that captured the essence of Bernstein's vision.
Jun 5, 2022
Travis Travis
A moving and captivating performance that resonated deeply.
Jun 3, 2022
Drew Backstrand
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
Jun 1, 2022
Terri Carnes
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
May 28, 2022
Richard Bates
A breathtaking and emotional journey through Bernstein's musical masterwork.
May 12, 2022
Mike Emrich
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
May 6, 2022
Branka McLaughlin
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
May 2, 2022
Mike Buckler
The symphony's emotional impact was conveyed with stirring beauty and depth.
Apr 26, 2022
Julio Protzek
It was a profound and moving tribute to Leonard Bernstein's timeless music.
Apr 24, 2022
Winkelman
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
Apr 12, 2022
Ben Degonzague
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
Apr 12, 2022
Kris Trzesicki
The symphony's resonance was truly palpable and deeply moving.
Apr 9, 2022
Dan Milroy
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
Apr 4, 2022
Brian Barr
A performance that brilliantly illuminated the emotional essence of the Kaddish Symphony.
Apr 4, 2022
Steve Gladyszewski
The combination of music and emotion in this performance was truly powerful.
Apr 3, 2022
James Cary
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
Mar 28, 2022
Susan Silverstone
The emotional depth and resonance of the Kaddish Symphony were truly extraordinary.
Mar 17, 2022
Erika Holland
The Kaddish Symphony had a profound effect on me - an unforgettable experience.
Mar 10, 2022
Chris Swann
The orchestra's rendition of the Kaddish Symphony was truly breathtaking.
Mar 9, 2022
Gary Farris
The Kaddish Symphony's message was conveyed with unparalleled emotional depth.
Feb 24, 2022
Sandra Mendez
Absolutely spellbinding - the orchestra and soloists were spectacular!
Feb 14, 2022
Col Croft
An unforgettable experience - the symphony's impact was profound.
Feb 13, 2022
Zhencan Wu
The orchestra's performance was a testament to the enduring power of Bernstein's music.
Feb 11, 2022
Toni Martino
I was deeply moved by the emotional power and depth of the performance.
Feb 7, 2022
Charles Townsend
A poignant and brilliant performance that left a lasting impression.
Jan 30, 2022
Charnelle Wilson
The performance conveyed the emotional richness and depth of Bernstein's music.
Jan 25, 2022