Sorrell Conducts Mozart’s Symphony No. 40
About This Event
Jeannette Sorrell leads Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 at David Geffen Hall, joined by clarinetist Anthony McGill with Garrison and Jonathan Sorrell and Sonya Headlam in the lineup. Sorrell’s historically informed approach — emphasis on period articulation and structural clarity — meets McGill’s clean, ensemble-focused phrasing, framing the symphony in measured, detail-oriented terms rather than display.
About Symphony No. 40(symphony)
Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G minor (1788) distills late‑18th‑century unease into four tightly argued movements, where restless string figures and sudden harmonic turns keep pressing forward. At David Geffen Hall, conductor Jeannette Sorrell leads with an ear for proportion and clarity, joined by featured players including clarinetist Anthony McGill and concertmaster Sonya Headlam. New York has lived with this symphony for generations through the city’s orchestral institutions, treating it less as a monument than a recurring point of reference. One can hear how restraint, here, sharpens the drama rather than softening it.
About the Artists
Jeannette Sorrell
Jeannette Sorrell is an American conductor and the founder of the period-instrument ensemble Apollo's Fire, known for her interpretations of Baroque and Classical music.
Anthony McGill
Anthony McGill is a clarinetist known in New York for his work as principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, following a long tenure in the same role with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. He appears at David Geffen Hall in programs such as Sorrell Conducts Mozart’s Symphony No.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Step into the enchanting world of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a timeless maestro whose compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Known for his extraordinary ability to blend melodic beauty with intricate harmony, Mozart's work transcends time, finding a vibrant home in New York City's cultural tapestry.
Garrison Sorrell
Garrison Sorrell is a classical performer whose New York City appearances include David Geffen Hall. His work is heard in programs such as *Sorrell Conducts Mozart’s Symphony No. 40*, alongside artists including Jeannette Sorrell, clarinetist Anthony McGill, and Sonya Headlam.
Jonathan Sorrell
Jonathan Sorrell is a classical performer heard in New York City at David Geffen Hall, where he appears on programs such as “Sorrell Conducts Mozart’s Symphony No. 40.” He has worked in circles that include Jeannette Sorrell, clarinetist Anthony McGill, and Sonya Headlam, with repertoire that centers on Mozart.