SSO Pops: Kapustin, Gershwin and E.T.
Rhapsody in Blue
Thu / 20 May 27 / 7.30pm
Fri / 21 May 27 / 7.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
$128, $98, $68, $48, $38, $28
1 hr 50 mins (including 20 mins intermission)
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Synopsis
The SSO’s 2026/27 season-closing concert begins with a majestic send-off: E.T. goes home riding John Williams’s soaring, unforgettable music for the classic 1981 Steven Spielberg film. Before Gershwin’s signature Rhapsody in Blue, Kapustin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 adds a heady dose of jazz with saxophones, drum set, guitar and just sheer musical fun. What better exponent to join us than pianist Frank Dupree with his infectious energy and sparkling enthusiasm?
The glitter continues with Pulitzer Prize-winning American composer Kevin Puts’s cinematic Concerto for Orchestra, a 6-part gem that includes a “Hymn for the Hurting”, “Music Box with Aretta”, a tender Sicilienne and lively chases to bring the season to a terrific close.
Note:
- SSO Donor Passes are applicable to this concert. See Donor Benefits for more information.
- This concert is eligible for SG Culture Pass redemption.
Featuring
Singapore Symphony Orchestra / Joshua Tan, conductor / Frank Dupree, piano* / Obi Jenne, drums*Programme
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial – Symphonic Suite | John Williams |
|---|---|
Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 14* Singapore Premiere | Nikolai Kapustin |
| - Intermission - | |
Rhapsody in Blue | Gershwin |
Concerto for Orchestra Singapore Premiere | Kevin Puts |
Tickets
Standard Tickets: $128, $98, $68, $48, $38, $28
All prices before SISTIC booking fees: $3 for tickets $20.01 to $40, $4 for tickets priced $40.01 to $50, $5 for tickets priced $50.01 to $70, $6 for tickets priced above $70.
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Admission Advice
- This concert is recommended for ages 7 and above.
- Parents or guardians of children who become disruptive during the performance may be requested by venue staff to step out of the hall with the child.
- Each individual must have a ticket for admission.
- Strictly no admission for infant-in-arms and toddlers.
- You are strongly advised to be seated 15 minutes before the performance start time.
- Latecomers will only be admitted at appropriate pauses during the show or during intermission, if any.
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