Classical picks

Benjamin Zander and the Boston Philharmonic return to Mahler's Fifth Symphony, a work that is hallowed ground for this orchestra and its conductor, on Thursday and Sunday, Nov. 19 , in Sanders Theatre, and Saturday, Nov. 18 , in Jordan Hall. . . . The adventurous young pianist Joel Fan gives a recital tomorrow night at the Longy School of Music with an intriguing program, including a world premiere by Leon Kirchner. . . . And for the microtonally inclined, the Boston Microtonal Society introduces its new resident ensemble, NotaRiotous, with a concert on Sunday at MIT's Killian Hall.

JEREMY EICHLER