1. “Classics Declassified”
September 16 at Symphony Space
Leon Botstein, the charismatic conductor of the American Symphony Orchestra, is renowned for his progressive approach; here, he’ll deconstruct and discuss the story behind Dvorák’s gorgeous “New World” Symphony before his very capable group plays it.
2. “Works & Process”
September 16 and 17 at the Guggenheim
The museum’s cozy theater is the perfect venue for intimate performances and panel discussions; this time, creative minds from the Boston Ballet explain what’s behind fresh pieces performed by the company’s dancers.