Washington Idaho Symphony

The first piano concerto in most composers’ repertoire is not their most innovative — they want to play it safe. But as Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor (one of two the composer ever wrote; he preferred writing solo works) is in the hands of pianist Inon Barnatan at Saturday’s Washington Idaho Symphony concert, the piece is certain to receive a coat of new glamour. Barnatan, the New York Philharmonic’s first Artist-in-Association, is known for his unfailing sensitivity on the piano, perfect for the nuances of Chopin’s work. Also on the regional orchestra’s concert program are works by Rossini and Dvorak.

Sat, Nov. 8, at 7:30 pm • Jones Theatre in Daggy Hall at WSU, Pullman (also Nov. 9 in Clarkston, Wash.) • $10-$25 • washingtonidahosymphony.org • 332-3408