2025/26 Guest Artists
Pinchas Zukerman, violin
Pinchas Zukerman reigns as one of today’s most sought after and versatile musicians – violin and viola soloist, conductor, and chamber musician.
BRUCH Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26
BEETHOVEN Romance No. 1 in G major, Op. 40 to kno
Martin Helmchen, piano
Martin Helmchen has established himself as one of today’s most in-demand and sought-after pianists, characterized by the originality and intensity of his interpretations.
MOZART Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor, K. 491
Paul Huang, violin
Paul Huang is considered to be one of the most distinctive artists of his generation and is known for his “unfailing attractive, golden, and resonant tone”
MOZART Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218
Soyoung Yoon, violin
Renowned for her meticulous and highly disciplined artistry, violinist Soyoung Yoon has garnered widespread acclaim emphasizing the seamless integration of technical perfection in service of the music.
PIAZZOLLA The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires
Makoto Ozone, piano
Renowned for her meticulous and highly disciplined artistry, violinist Soyoung Yoon has garnered widespread acclaim emphasizing the seamless integration of technical perfection in service of the music.
RACHMANINOFF Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Seoyoen Min, cello
Seoyoen Min has served as Principal Cello of the Colorado Symphony since her inaugural season in 2019/20.
SHOSTAKOVICH Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-flat major, Op. 107
Olga Kern, piano
With a vivid onstage presence, dazzling technique, and keen musicianship, pianist Olga Kern is widely recognized as one of the great artists of her generation, captivating audiences and critics alike.
SHOSTAKOVICH Piano Concerto No. 1 in C minor, Op. 35
Justin Bartels, trumpet
Justin Bartels has held the position of Principal Trumpet since July 2008 and has served on the brass faculty at the University of Colorado in Boulder since 2012.
SHOSTAKOVICH Piano Concerto No. 1 in C minor, Op. 35
James Ehnes, violin
Gifted with a rare combination of stunning virtuosity, serene lyricism and an unfaltering musicality, Ehnes is a favourite guest at the world’s most celebrated concert halls.
KORNGOLD Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
Lang Lang, piano
Lang Lang is a leading figure in classical music today – as a pianist, educator, and philanthropist, he has become one of the world’s most influential and committed ambassadors for the arts in the 21st century.
BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15
Yumi Hwang-Williams, violin
Yumi Hwang-Williams is an American violinist of exceptional musicianship who is recognized both for her stylish performances of the classics and her commitment to the works of present-day composers.
THEOFANIDIS Violin/Percussion Concerto Commission
Svet Stoyanov, percussion
Praised by the New York Times for his “understated but unmistakable virtuosity” along with a “winning combination of gentleness and fluidity,” Svet Stoyanov is a driving force in modern percussion.
THEOFANIDIS Violin/Percussion Concerto Commission
Gabriela Montero, piano
Gabriela Montero’s visionary interpretations and unique compositional gifts have garnered her critical acclaim and a devoted following on the world stage.
GABRIELA MONTERO Piano Concerto No. 1, “Latin” Concerto
Michelle Cann, piano
Lauded as “exquisite” and “a pianist of sterling artistry,” GRAMMY® Award winning pianist Michelle Cann is one of the most sought-after artists of her generation.
PRICE Piano Concerto in One Movement
GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue
Jess Gillam, saxophone
Jess Gillam is a celebrated saxophonist and presenter. With her electrifying performances, vibrant stage presence and magnetic personality, Jess has been invited to play on the world’s major stages.
ANNA CLYNE Glasslands
Albert Cano Smit, piano
A musician who has been praised as “a moving young poet” (Le Devoir of Montreal), Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit enjoys a growing international career on the orchestral, recital, and chamber music stages.
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 83