One of the most popular works in the concert hall, Rachmaninov’s romantic Piano Concerto No. 2 will be performed by the expressive virtuoso, Michelle Cann, with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in three Delta Classical Series concerts at Atlanta Symphony Hall on Thur/Sat, Nov. 16/18 at 8pm and Sun, Nov. 19 at 3pm.

Conductor David Danzmayr will lead the piano concerto, which blends soulful lyricism with show-stopping thunder. Also on the program is the vivacious Symphony No. 7 by Sergei Prokofiev. 

The concert opens with Short Piece for Orchestra, a lively and somewhat raucous piece written by composer Julia Perry, a Black woman who was breaking down barriers in the classical music world back in 1952 when this piece was published. 

“Michelle Cann’s passion, virtuosity and nuanced interpretations always make for an exciting performance, and it’s wonderful to welcome her back to perform this blockbuster concerto with the ASO,” said Jennifer Barlament, ASO Executive Director.

Surrounding the Saturday evening performance on November 18 will be a special archival display and reception: The Classics | Honoring Black Women in Symphonic Music. Honorees include musicians, composers, and guest soloists who have performed with the ASO through the years as well as local female educators who have laid the foundation to inspire the next generation.