The Baltimore Symphony's exploration of the future of classical music performance through the development of innovative concert formats and commitment to new music has earned the orchestra a reputation as a haven for the newest generation of composers. Multiple Grammy Award-winning recordings and an innovative radio broadcast series heard on 150 classical radio stations are also part of its legacy. Current music director Yuri Temirkanov took over in 1998 upon David Zinman's retirement. Here's a selected list of concerts from the first half of the season. Check out our recommended recordings of works being played. For more information on the Baltimore Symphony season and how to order tickets, call (410)783-8000 or visit their Web site at www.baltimoresymphony.org.

November 18-20, 1999

Mario Venzago, conductor;
Baltimore Symphony Chorus
Verdi, Requiem

December 8, 1999

Evgeny Kissin Piano Recital
Program TBA

December 17-18, 1999
Edward Polochick, conductor;
Baltimore Symphony Chorus
Handel, Messiah

January 7-9, 2000
Jaime Laredo, conductor and violin;
Emmanuel Pahud, flute;
Herbert Greenberg, violin
Telemann, Concerto for 2 Flutes in A Minor; Mozart, Flute Concerto No. 2 in D; Bach, Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor; Mendelssohn,
Symphony No. 4 ("Italian")

January 20-22, 2000

Yuri Temirkanov, conductor
Mahler, Symphony No. 2 ("Resurrection")

January 28-30, 2000