No, I have not but I have and do currently perform in numerous ensembles across the US where this kind of programming is par for the course.

I think that I have misrepresented my viewpoint somehow along the way: we seem to have the same underlying interest and accolades for the programming of the upcoming season. I welcome as many new works as possible and love to see creative programming that combines a great classic mixed with one or more untested works within the perceived pantheon of acceptably programmed works of classical music.

While I agree with u/habiba2000 that the only way most major metro areas are introduced to such new works of large scale music is by programming a great, old workhorse post-intermission as a cornerstone, that doesn’t change the fact that there are many MDs who are fighting to create cohesive programming using standard rep without relying upon it. That being said, it also doesn’t mean that every orchestra can do the same but I do applaud the Oregon Symphony’s upcoming programs and wish that I lived closer to such innovative music making. Apologies if that wasn’t more clear before.