Music
2023-24 Jacobs Music Center Season
The revitalized Copley Symphony Hall at Jacobs Music Center
In February 2023 , the San Diego Symphony announced the wide-ranging programs of its 2023- 24 Jacobs Music Center season that will introduce audiences to the organization ’ s renovated and revitalized indoor home , Copley Symphony Hall at Jacobs Music Center , beginning November 4 , 2023 .
Performances of the works of more than 35 composers , spanning symphonic eras and repertoire and representing 250 years of music , will showcase the Orchestra ’ s versatility and virtuosity while bringing to life the enhanced acoustics and capabilities of the hall following a $ 125 million renovation and restoration . Highlights of the season will include Mahler ’ s Symphony No . 2 “ Resurrection ”; The Ring Without Words , a symphonic journey through Richard Wagner ’ s Ring cycle ; excerpts from Prokofiev ’ s beloved Romeo and Juliet ; World Premieres by composers Texu Kim , Carlos Simon , and Vladimir Tarnopolsky ; and the West Coast Premieres of works by composers Mason Bates , Gabriela Ortiz and Billy Childs .
“ We have much to celebrate here in San Diego ,” said
Music Director Rafael Payare , “ and an abundance of exciting programs with which to welcome everyone back to Jacobs Music Center . Audiences will discover a new concert experience and hear the phenomenal musicians of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra as never before . At last , the Orchestra will have an indoor home to match its artistry and the enthusiasm of its public .”
“ It is a once in a lifetime chance to reopen a historic building ,” Martha Gilmer , CEO of the San Diego Symphony shared with GB Magazine . “ The idea of renewal , renovation , and indeed resurrection are themes for the entire year , and therefore it is only fitting that our first few weeks of the season begin with works like Mahler ’ s 2nd Symphony . This work , also known as his ‘ Resurrection ’ symphony , exhibits extremes of emotion , brilliant orchestration , glorious solo voices and chorus , and one of the most exquisite and joyful endings of any work of music .” Gilmer added , “ upon our return it will have been over 40 months since we have joined together in our beloved Jacobs Music Center , and we cannot wait to welcome our audience home , and to welcome new friends who are experiencing it for the very first time .”
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