Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Elgar’s Enigma Variations & Barber’s Violin Concerto

Hosted by: Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

May 10, 2026 - May 10, 2026

02:30 PM - 11:59 PM

201 Market Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 385-2787 [email protected]

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Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Grace Park, violin

Johannes Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn
Samuel Barber: Violin Concerto
Edward Elgar: Enigma Variations

Solve the hidden melody of this captivating musical cryptogram that has stumped audiences for over 125 years. "Commenced in a spirit of humour & continued in deep seriousness" by composer Edward Elgar, Enigma Variations showcases the true inspiration that friendship can bring. Concertmaster Grace Park brings the most popular American violin concerto to life in this program of treasured favorites conducted by Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Wilkins.