December 15, 2001: The Philadelphia Orchestra debuts in Verizon Hall
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On Saturday, December 15, the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra debuts in its new home, performing works by Beethoven and Ravel, and a premiere by Philadelphia native Aaron Jay Kernis. Joining The Philadelphia Orchestra are violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Emanuel Ax.

Photos: Kelly & Massa Photography
View Image: Aaron Jay Kernis and Wolfgang Sawallisch, Music Director, Philadelphia OrchestraConcertmaster David Kim and Maestro Wolfgang Sawallisch