Uncover the stories behind the music: Forces of Nature: Grieg & Nielsen

Join Music Director Alex Prior and Executive Director Dave Moss for a special Coffee with the Conductor, offering an inside look at the May 14 Forces of Nature program and what brings it to life on stage. From the sweeping drama of Grieg’s Piano Concerto to the raw energy of Nielsen’s Symphony No. 4, “The Inextinguishable,” and the vivid soundscapes of Gabriella Smith’s Tumblebird Contrails, Alex will share the stories, history, and artistic choices behind the music—revealing not just what you’ll hear, but why it matters.

This is a chance to go deeper than our Guild Legacy Pre-Concert Talks, with more time for exploration, discussion, and audience questions in a relaxed setting.

Doors open at 1:00 PM. Come early, grab a coffee and a bagel, and settle in!

Tickets: $10 general admission

Note: A traditional 30-minute pre-concert talk will also be offered at 6:30 PM before the 7:30 PM concert on May 14.