From the wild energy of Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals to the fiery drama of Bizet’s Carmen Suite, this program is a vibrant showcase of colour and character. Guest pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko, the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition Gold Medalist, joins VAMSO for Rachmaninoff’s towering Third Piano Concerto — a virtuosic tour de force that brings the season to a triumphant close. Program: • Sibelius, Finlandia • Rachmaninoff No. 3, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko (45 mins) -INTERMISSION- • Bizet, Carmen Suite (12 mins) • Saint Saens, The Carnival of the Animals (23 mins) *Repertoire selections and performing artists are subject to change. Complimentary family activities begin at 1:00 PM • Family photo booth • Face painting for kids VAM's Orchestral Training Program is supported by: Adrienne S. Chan The Edith Lando Charitable Foundation The R & J Stern Family Foundation Vancouver Civic Theatres The City of Vancouver