Elizabeth Pitcairn In Concert - Incline Village

Guest Conductor Dr. Phoenix Delgado leads the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus (TOCCATA®) in an unforgettable concert featuring violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn, performing on the legendary Red Mendelssohn Stradivarius violin. As always, we offer FREE tickets for youth under 23 & discounted tickets for seniors (65+).

Mozart - Overture to Don Giovanni
Brahms - Liebeslieder: Neun Walzer aus Op. 52 und op. 65
Faure - Pavane op 50
Jennifer Lucy Cook - For You I Will Be An Island
Verdi - Brindisi ("Libiamo ne' lieti calici") from La traviata

~ Intermission ~

Dvorak - Violin Concerto in A Minor - Elizabeth Pitcairn, violin

The Music

Experience an evening of romantic elegance as TOCCATA presents a captivating journey through European masters and contemporary voices. From Mozart's thrilling operatic overture to Brahms' tender waltzes of love, the first half celebrates the timeless themes of passion, beauty, and human connection. Fauré's exquisite Pavane offers a moment of refined grace, while Verdi's jubilant drinking song from La traviata brings theatrical excitement. Jennifer Lucy Cook's evocative contemporary work, "For You I Will Be An Island," bridges classical tradition with modern expression.

The evening's highlight features the extraordinary Elizabeth Pitcairn performing Dvořák's sweeping Violin Concerto in A Minor on the legendary Red Mendelssohn Stradivarius. Pitcairn's virtuosic artistry combined with one of the world's most celebrated instruments promises an unforgettable performance. With her commanding stage presence and the Stradivarius's incomparable voice, expect several surprise encores that will leave you spellbound.

Elizabeth Pitcairn

Celebrated American violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn has earned a stunning reputation as one of America's most beloved soloists. Ms. Pitcairn made her New York debut at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall in 2000 with the New York String Orchestra and appeared as soloist with the Philadelphia Orchestra at the Academy of Music. She has performed at Carnegie Hall and Walt Disney Concert Hall and in many countries around the world including China, Hong Kong, Hungary, Romania, Switzerland, Italy, France, Germany, Sweden, Finland, Bulgaria, Russia, Slovenia, and the Netherlands.

She has tours regularly with the Tahoe Symphony, including Austria, the Czech Republic, and Poland. Ms. Pitcairn performs in partnership with one of the world's most legendary instruments, the Red Mendelssohn Stradivarius of 1720, said to have inspired the Academy award-winning film "The Red Violin." Ms. Pitcairn appears on the 10th anniversary edition of "The Red Violin"– Meridian Collection in a special feature documentary interview.

Maestro Phoenix Delgado

Dr. Phoenix Delgado brings transformative leadership and artistic vision honed through decades of exceptional achievement across multiple disciplines. As a Mexican-American conductor, flautist, vocalist, and arts executive, he combines prestigious artistic credentials—including performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, collaborations with Michael Tilson Thomas and Grammy-winning artists, and leadership of the Franco-American Chamber Music Festival—with proven success in organizational growth and community engagement.

About TOCCATA

The Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus brings quality, affordable classical performances to the greater Reno-Tahoe area, featuring approximately 160 local and guest artists each year who showcase their talents in this remarkable mountain setting. TOCCATA is celebrating its 21st season of vocal symphonic performances in the Reno/Tahoe area.