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NSO at the Anthem: 
Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony

The Anthem

Join the NSO in an exciting new atmosphere as the musicians ditch traditional tuxedos and evening gowns—deconstructing the concert experience without deconstructing the music. Nicholas Hersh conducts this unforgettable evening featuring music by new Kennedy Center Composer-in-Residence Carlos Simon and Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony, a triumphant portrayal of the composer’s struggle with Fate!

Sun. Oct. 24, 2021 7p.m.

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  • Sun. Oct. 24, 2021 7p.m.

Program

Join the NSO in an exciting new atmosphere as the musicians ditch traditional tuxedos and evening gowns—deconstructing the concert experience without deconstructing the music.

Nicholas Hersh conducts this unforgettable evening featuring The Block by new Kennedy Center Composer-in-Residence Carlos Simon and Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony—a triumphant portrayal of the composer’s struggle with Fate!  

Only patrons who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be able to attend. Proof of vaccination can be your physical vaccine card or a photo of your card. Exceptions will only be made for children under 12 and those with qualifying medical conditions preventing them from becoming vaccinated. For those patrons, a negative COVID-19 antigen or PCR laboratory test taken within 48 hours of the show date will be accepted. Refunds WILL NOT be issued for failure to provide proof of vaccine or negative test. Additionally, all patrons must be fully masked unless actively eating or drinking, per the Mayor’s order. 

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