Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra

In the organizer's words:

Julian Rachlin Violin & Conductor

PROGRAM

MENDELSSOHN Violin Concerto in E minor op. 64
GLINKA Overture to the opera "Ruslan and Lyudmila"
CHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4 in F minor op. 36

The renowned Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, based in Jerusalem, Israel, has a long and eventful history. The JSO has played a decisive role in the cultural development of the State of Israel. Outstanding conductors, composers and soloists have considered it a great honor to come to the Holy Land to work with this orchestra, including Igor Stravinsky, Leonard Bernstein, Arthur Rubinstein, Yehudi Menuhin, Mstislav Rostropovich and many more. The JSO regularly tours Europe and the United States, performing in concert halls such as the Vienna Musikverein, the Philharmonie in Cologne and Carnegie Hall in New York. The JSO strives to create an all-encompassing "Sound of Jerusalem" in all its concerts and to act as a cultural ambassador for the city around the world. To this end, it organizes multi-faith music festivals, builds cultural bridges and establishes a global youth network.

In 2023, at the start of its 85th anniversary celebrations, the Lithuanian conductor and violinist Julian Rachlin was appointed as the new Chief Conductor. Rachlin is acclaimed for his spirited and sensitive interpretations, his commitment to music education and his humanitarian efforts. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the title "UNESCO Artist for Peace" and the "Jascha Heifetz Prize".