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Mahler Symphony No. 1
Kick off the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 season with a powerful Opening Night featuring Mahler’s sweeping Symphony No. 1, “Titan.”
Guest clarinetist Mariam Adam joins the LSO for Russell Platt’s Clarinet Concerto, an expressive and virtuosic work filled with contrasting moods and American influences. The evening also features Copland’s bold Proclamation for Orchestra and the rarely heard “Blumine” movement from Mahler’s original version of Symphony No. 1.
PROGRAM
• America the Beautiful
• Copland: Proclamation for Orchestra (orchestrated by Philip Ramey)
• Russell Platt: Clarinet Concerto with soloist Mariam Adam
— INTERMISSION —
• Mahler: Symphony No. 1, "Titan" (original five-movement version)
Join us for an exciting start to the season filled with bold sound, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable live music.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
Pre-concert Events:
6:30 - 7:15
Live music in the FSPA lobby with beverages for purchase and cabaret seating.
6:45 - 7:15
Pre-concert lecture NEW LOCATION Nola Starling Recital Hall sponsored by Jane and Ron Rada
9:30 - 10:00
MOKA Coffee sponsored by MOKA and Meringue Bakery treats sponsored by Trust Point
10:00 - Midnight
La Cave specialty $12 Symphony Drink and complimentary savory treats.