Esa-Pekka Salonen Tickets

The Colburn School Orchestra was as professional a group of musicians, despite all being under thirty and college students, as I have ever heard. Conductor Salonen, competent as always, was clearly impressed by the orchestra's thrilling Till Eulenspiegel and it's memorable Also Sprach Zarathustra. Clarinet virtuoso Christina Mateo Saez brought the packed house to its feet, giving her a huge ovation. Watch out LA Philharmonic: There's a worthy rival just across the street!

Salonen's presence inspired a talented orchestra in memorable performances. Well chosen program gave insights into Straus and the young soloist was perfection.

Maestro Salonen always chooses audience favorites for his program; always enjoyable. However, the icing on the cake is to WATCH his dynamic conducting. It's not enough to listen to the music, but to watch the Maestro's "dance" as he conducts. Sorry he left the LA Phil but delighted he will come back yearly.

Nothing compares to see a live orchestra. Esa-Pekka Salonen was amazing!

Ushers were very helpful, Concert hall very warm.

My husband and I were so excited to hear this fantastic orchestra at the beautiful Valley Performing Arts center. The sound was incredible even up in the balconies. It was impressive to see and hear so many excellent musicians up on one stage!

Under the baton of Maestro Salonen, the Philharmonia Orchestra, London delivered a world-class performance of epic symphonies... in parts idyllic, mournful, earnest and triumphant. Turning a one-off engagement at VPAC into a once-in-a-lifetime event, Salonen was simply spectacular!