Mahler's Resurrection

Alexander Shelley marshals massive musical forces for Mahler's answer to life's biggest question. Six years in the making, "Resurrection" delivers that answer in a full blaze of orchestral glory, leaving you hoping, wondering, and fully alive.

What's Interesting

• Mahler took six years to write "Resurrection" and Bradley Cooper six years to learn it for the iconic scene in the movie Maestro.
• Mahler was stuck on how to end the symphony for years, until he heard the answer at a funeral for conductor Hans von Bülow, which inspired his massive choral finale.
• Come early for the season opening buzz and try The Maestro, our signature cocktail.
• This weekend marks the beginning of Alexander Shelley's inaugural season as Pacific Symphony's Artistic & Music Director. Welcome, Alexander!

Preview Talk at 7 p.m. with Classical California midday host Alan Chapman.

This concert is part of the Ahmanson Faith & Transcendence Series.

The October 2 performance is dedicated to the memory of Janice Johnson, former Board Chair and one of Pacific Symphony’s foundational leaders.