Be transported by the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra as it presents music inspired by world travel, guest conducted by Andrew Jinhong Kim. Berko’s “Condense Eternity” is a nod to the Brooklyn Bridge and Mackinac Bridge, both located in places where he spent time studying music. The title is taken from a line in Hart Crane’s poem “To Brooklyn Bridge,” and the piece aims to highlight “the idea of bridge as a broader point of connection.” 

Similarly, Mendelssohn’s “The Hebrides” was inspired by travels to Scotland, and Elgar’s “In the South” was inspired by travels to Italy. The program also includes a talent from home: Ana Isabella España, a New York City native and Sphinx Competition Junior Division Winner, playing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. 

Program: 

• Alex Berko, “Condense Eternity”
• Felix Mendelssohn, Violin Concerto (soloist: Ana Isabella España)
• Felix Mendelssohn, Overture from “The Hebrides” 
• Edward Elgar, “In the South”

Advance tickets are available through the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra at $15 for adults 65+ and Museum Members and $20 for non-Members; same-day tickets are $25 at the door. Free for ages 16 and under.