Journey with the TSO for a rare opportunity to hear the complete symphonies of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. This ambitious undertaking is led by guest conductor Thomas Dausgaard, a favourite with TSO audiences. The seven symphonies by Sibelius are paired with his short violin works, performed by Finnish violinist Pekka Kuusisto.

Enjoy an enlightening discussion 45 minutes before performances on April 14, 17, and 22, with a Pre-Concert Chat in the lobby. Learn more about the music at every performance during Intermission Chats in the lobby!

Experience for yourself the wonder that is Thomas Dausgaard
- TORONTO STAR

Pekka Kuusisto may be the best thing to happen to classical music in years.
- THE GUARDIAN (UK)

The Sibelius Festival concerts will be recorded by CBC for future broadcast.

Sibelius Snapshots

Visit tso.ca/sibelius regularly leading up to the festival for stories and engaging multimedia content about Sibelius.

Podcasts

Listen to the first Sibelius podcast
Conductor Thomas Dausgaard talks about his fascination with the music of Sibelius and the inner workings of these spectacular orchestral works.

Listen to the second Sibelius podcast
Host Rick Phillips opens up the world of Sibelius and his seven symphonies.

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	Jean Sibelius	Sibelius Symphonies 1 & 2 Wed, April 14 at 8:00pm Thu, April 15 at 2:00pm Sibelius: Symphony No. 1 Sibelius: Humoresques Nos. 1 & 2 for Violin and Orchestra Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 TICKETS & INFO
	Thomas Dausgaard	Sibelius Symphonies 3 & 4 Sat, April 17 at 7:30pm Sibelius: Finlandia Sibelius: Symphony No. 3 Sibelius: Cantique and Devotion for Violin and Orchestra Sibelius: Symphony No. 4 The Sibelius Festival Chorus and the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform Finlandia alongside the TSO. This Casual Concert is performed with an intermission and is followed by a party for the whole audience in the lobby. On April 17, mingle with TSO musicians and guest artists in a relaxed setting and enjoy live music by local bands. TICKETS & INFO
	Pekka Kuusisto	Sibelius Symphonies 5,6 & 7 Wed, April 21 at 8:00pm Thu, April 22 at 8:00pm Sibelius: Two Serenades for Violin and Orchestra Sibelius: Symphony No. 5 Sibelius: Symphony No. 6 Sibelius: Symphony No. 7 TICKETS & INFO