Bernstein & Tchaikovsky

Experience an unforgettable evening of passion, rhythm, and virtuosity as we welcome internationally acclaimed Ukrainian pianist Stanislav Khristenko to the stage. Presented in partnership with The Gilmore, this electrifying concert celebrates the vibrant spirit of Eastern Europe and the bold brilliance of American musical theater. The program opens with three of Antonín Dvorák’s Slavonic Dances, bursting with folkloric charm and rhythmic vitality. Then, dive into the heart of New York City with Leonard Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story—a dazzling fusion of jazz, Latin rhythms, and sweeping emotion.

The evening culminates in the majestic Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a tour de force of romantic intensity and technical brilliance, brought to life by Khristenko’s commanding artistry.

We'll also feature a Side-By-Side performance with our Lake Michigan Youth Orchestra!