A winning opener showcases strings with Italian and German treats that sweep from bright and lively to absorbing and deep. Harpsichord soloist Shawn Leopard holds the spotlight with J.S. Bach’s breathtaking Harpsichord Concerto No. 1 in an evening that also brims with works by Vivaldi, Geminiani and Corelli. Telemann’s Overture Suite “La Bizarre,” renowned for...
Copland’s much loved, Pulitzer Prize-winning Appalachian Spring, in its original setting for 13 players, sets the stage for a concert overflowing with American spirit. At the heart of the program is a trio of songs based on Walker’s poetry and Klein’s music performed by JSU Chorale and soloist. Cade Chapel Chorale selections bring it home...
Candles’ glow plus irresistible music make this concert a midwinter must. Saint-Georges was a virtuoso violinist and a pioneering composer to which his vibrant L’amant Anonyme Overture attests. Mozart’s Divertimento is a crowning achievement from the master and a Sinfonia Concertante by Johann Sebastian Bach’s youngest son features MSO’s own Alexander Ilchev and Mert Özkan....
An evening of refreshing selections herald the vernal season's arrival. Respighi's shimmering Il Trittico Botticelliano evokes a trio of Botticelli masterpieces, including The Birth of Venus. Italian composer Allegro's radiant October Light, 2025 winner of MSO's Premier Orchestral Institute International Composition Competition, spreads warmth and positivity. Ries, friend and student of Beethoven, signals the emergence...
The spotlight truly homes in on MSO players in a program showcasing their standout skills and talents. Spohr's Nonet, a landmark 1813 chamber work for flute, oboe, clarinet, horn and strings, is adored for its inventive, beautiful melodies, soulful themes and cheerful finish. Brahms' Clarinet Quintet highlights MSO Principal Clarinet Jorge Diez and the Mississippi...
