Some of life’s most intriguing questions often go unanswered… To explore the universal themes of existence and love, Ives and Bernstein turned to ancient philosophy for inspiration. Violinist Elena Urioste performs Bernstein’s Serenade based on Plato’s Symposium. Conducted by Maestro Martin Sieghart, Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony brings the programme to a nostalgic yet fiery conclusion.