Shelley Conducts Scheherazade
October 16 - October 18, 2025
Alexander Shelley, conductor
Pablo Sainz-Villegas, guitar
JESSIE MONTGOMERY: Starburst (Full Orchestra)
ARTURO MÁRQUEZ: Concerto for Guitar Mystical and Profane
~ Intermission ~
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade
I. The Sea and Sinbad's Ship
II. The Story of the Kalendar Prince
III. The Young Prince and the Young Princess
IV. Festival at Baghdad; The Sea; The Ship Breaks against a Cliff Surmounted by a Bronze Horseman
Experience a vibrant journey through modern energy, soulful tradition, and timeless myth. Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst shimmers with cosmic energy, followed by Arturo Márquez’s Mystical and Profane concerto featuring acclaimed Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz-Villegas. Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade weaves the magical tales of One Thousand and One Nights, with lush melodies and dazzling orchestration. Join us for a night of radiant music that celebrates nature, culture, and the magic of storytelling.
Listen to Pablo Sainz-Villegas performing passages from Arturo Márquez's concerto.
Preview Talk at 7 p.m. with KUSC midday host Alan Chapman.
- Alexander Shelley will be available for a Meet & Greet with photo opportunity in the main lobby each night after the concert.
- Pablo Sainz-Villegas will be available for a Meet & Greet in the Box Circle level during intermission, Friday night only.
Prefer a matinee?
Alexander Shelley also conducts Scheherazade: One Thousand and One Nights on Sunday, October 19 at 3 p.m.
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