AKRON, Ohio – The Akron Symphony Orchestra will perform works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gustav Mahler and Richard Wagner at its Jan. 18 concert at the University of Akron’s E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.

The 8 p.m. performance will begin with the overture to Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro.” Additional selections include the prelude to Wagner’s “Tristan and Isolde,” which is credited with influencing the development of Western music; and Mahler’s “Symphony No. 5,” featuring horn soloist Tom Park.

A preview from the podium, featuring Music Director Christopher Wilkins, is scheduled for 7 p.m. After the performance, several orchestra musicians will participate in a discussion of the performance in the E.J. Thomas Hall lobby.

To buy concert tickets, visit akronsymphony.org or call the box office at 330-535-8131. Tickets can also be purchased at the door the night of the concert as long as seats are available.

The orchestra also will host “Beerthoven’s Fourth” from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Lock 15 Brewing Company in Akron. The event is free and open to the public.

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