About this Performance: Trifonov has the reputation of taking a beloved classic like Tchaikovsky’s popular Piano Concerto and imbuing it with fresh new life. L.A. favorite Michael Tilson Thomas also leads Copland’s Third Symphony, built on the composer’s stirring Fanfare for the Common Man.    Program: RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Dubinushka TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1  COPLAND Symphony No. 3   Artists: Los Angeles Philharmonic Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Daniil Trifonov, piano

Mehta's Mahler with Asadour Santourian • FRI / JAN 3, LA Phil 2019/20

Key thinkers and guest musicians share their expertise and offer historical and cultural context for an inspiring array of orchestral music, giving you a deeper understanding of the music. These talks reflect the programming of the Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) on stage at Walt Disney Concert Hall. New episodes are added after the first night’s concert. See the full Upbeat Live schedule at: laphil.com/ubl