Shostakovich & Mozart – Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Experience an unforgettable afternoon of classical music in Toronto as the Toronto Symphony Orchestra presents Shostakovich & Mozart at the Meridian Arts Centre – Weston Recital Hall on November 8, 2026. 🎼✨

Led by acclaimed conductor Gustavo Gimeno, this captivating orchestral program brings together dramatic modern composition, playful musical brilliance and timeless classical elegance. The concert opens with the atmospheric world of Sofia Gubaidulina's Fairytale Poem, followed by the wit and energy of Shostakovich's Concerto for Piano, Trumpet, and String Orchestra. 🎹🎺

Audiences will enjoy performances from celebrated pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin and Toronto Symphony Orchestra Principal Trumpet Steven Woomert, creating a dynamic collaboration filled with technical brilliance and expressive musical moments.

The program concludes with Mozart's Symphony No. 39, K. 543, a masterpiece celebrated for its elegance, youthful energy and sparkling orchestral character. 🎻🌟

Whether you're a lifelong classical music enthusiast, a Toronto Symphony Orchestra fan, or simply looking for an inspiring live music experience in Toronto, this concert offers an exceptional afternoon of world-class orchestral performance. Secure your seats and enjoy Mozart and Shostakovich brought to life by outstanding musicians in one of Toronto's premier performance venues. 🎶👏

The listed program includes Gubaidulina's Fairytale Poem, Shostakovich's concerto, and Mozart's Symphony No. 39, performed under Gustavo Gimeno with Charles Richard-Hamelin and Steven Woomert.