Bozeman Magazine

Bozeman Symphony Presents Korngold’s Glittering Violin Concerto The Bozeman Symphony presents the cinematic magic of Korngold’s Violin Concerto, a dazzling blend of Hollywood flair and old Vienna elegance, on January 18 and 19 at the Willson Auditorium in downtown Bozeman. World-renowned violinist Will Hagen, known for his electrifying performances with major orchestras worldwide, returns to Bozeman to take center stage in composer and Hollywood film-score legend Erich Korngold’s Violin Concerto in D Major. Hailed as a “brilliant virtuoso . . . a standout” (The Dallas Morning News), Hagen’s artistry has captivated audiences with a sound that “floats delicately above the orchestra” (Chicago Classical Review). Korngold’s Violin Concerto is a sweeping masterpiece filled with the lush romanticism and cinematic grandeur of 1930s films. Drawing from Korngold’s celebrated film scores, including The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Prince and the Pauper, the concerto soars with shimmering melodies, virtuosic brilliance, and emotional depth that leave listeners spellbound. The concert opens with the enchanting La Nuit et l’Amour (Night and Love) by 19th-century French composer Augusta Holmès. This evocative six-minute work brims with lyrical beauty, rich orchestration, and an emotional arc that conjures vivid imagery of passion and longing. The program also features Béla Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra, a dynamic and colorful piece that showcases each section of the orchestra with stunning clarity and inventiveness. This monumental work, known for its complexity and vitality, will be performed by the Bozeman Symphony for the first time, offering audiences a thrilling new experience. Performances are on Saturday, Jan. 18, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 19, at 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at $29, with discounted student tickets available at https://www.bozemansymphony.org/korngolds-violin-concerto or by calling 406-585-9774. Limited tickets may also be available at the door. The Bozeman Symphony extends its sincere gratitude to the generous concert sponsors: Cal & Tricia DeSouza, Gary Kunis & Connie Wong, Ambassador Max Baucus & Ms. Melodee Hanes, and Dennis Wentz, M.D., & Anne Colston Wentz, M.D.