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    Salonen Conducts Boulez & Bartók

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    Friday, October 9, 2026

    7:30 PM

    David Geffen Hall

    New York, NY

    Scheduled

    About This Event

    At David Geffen Hall, Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts music by Pierre Boulez and Béla Bartók. The evening assembles soloists Jay Campbell, Emi Ferguson and GAUCHERE with collaborators Benjamin Millepied, L.A. Dance Project, Ara Guzelimian and Matías Tarnopolsky, highlighting Salonen’s engagement with contemporary repertoire alongside Boulez’s structural rigor and Bartók’s blend of folk sources and modernist technique.

    About the Artists

    GAUCHERE

    GAUCHERE

    GAUCHERE is a classical artist whose work has appeared on New York City stages, including David Geffen Hall. Their recent activity includes performances tied to programs such as *Salonen Conducts Boulez & Bartók*, situating them in repertory that demands precision and structural focus.

    Esa-Pekka Salonen

    Esa-Pekka Salonen is a Finnish conductor and composer known for his innovative interpretations of classical music and his contributions to contemporary music.

    Benjamin Millepied

    Benjamin Millepied

    Step into the dynamic world of Benjamin Millepied, where rock/pop vibrations meet the expressive power of dance. Renowned for his innovative choreography, Millepied reimagines classics with a modern twist, captivating audiences at premier venues like the Perelman Performing Arts Center and the Park Avenue Armory.

    L.A. Dance Project

    L.A. Dance Project is a contemporary dance company based in Los Angeles, known for its innovative choreography and collaborations with various artists.

    Ara Guzelimian

    Ara Guzelimian is a musicologist and arts administrator known for his work in classical music and his role as a curator and educator.

    Emi Ferguson

    Emi Ferguson is a flutist recognized for her performances in classical and contemporary music, often collaborating with various ensembles and artists.