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Invitation to the Dance
Brandon Ridenour
Saturday, September 20, 2014 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor Brandon Ridenour, Trumpet
Ross Edwards de Falla Brandon Ridenour Ginastera
White Ghost Dancing Suite from The Three Cornered Hat Fantasy Variations on a Theme by Paganini Four Dances from Estancia
The KSO 2014-2015 Symphonic Series opens in high gear as Maestro Raymond Harvey conducts a mosaic of works bursting with exotic sounds and driving dance rhythms. We welcome Kalamazoo’s own virtuoso trumpeter Brandon Ridenour, displaying his skills as soloist and composer.
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet Saturday, October 18, 2014 | 8pm Chenery Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor Debussy Sergio Assad Bizet
Nocturnes Interchange for Guitar Quartet and Orchestra Symphony in C
The Grammy® Award-winning LAGQ brings their unparalleled energy to the KSO concert stage with a performance of Interchange, written for them by Brazilian composer Sergio Assad. Evocative works by Debussy and Bizet complete this colorful program.
Susie Park
A Hero’s Life
Friday, November 14, 2014 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor Susie Park, Violin
Beethoven Strauss
Symphony No. 8 in F, Op. 93 Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 is paired with Strauss’s tone poem Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) in a program tied to the love interests of their respective composers. The summer of 1812 marked the famous (and un-sent) letters to Beethoven’s “immortal beloved.” In Strauss’s semi-autobiographical work, a solo violin portrays the composer’s complex and quixotic wife.
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Heavenly Life
Saturday, February 21, 2015 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor Andriana Chuchman, Soprano Mahler Mahler
With its generally sunny disposition and numerous references to nature, Symphony No. 4 has often been referred to as Mahler’s own Pastoral Symphony. The last movement of this transcendently beautiful work is a quiet lullaby describing Heaven through the innocent eyes of a child.
Andriana Chuchman
Fire and Water
Michael Christie
Saturday, March 28, 2015 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Michael Christie, Guest Conductor Arnaldo Cohen, Piano
Tchaikovsky Berlioz Debussy
Rückert-Lieder Symphony No. 4
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23 Overture to Benvenuto Cellini La Mer (“The Sea”)
From the thundering opening chords of Tchaikovsky’s fiery first piano concerto to its triumphant conclusion, this most Russian of all piano concerti dazzles the listener with sheer brilliance. Debussy’s La Mer paints an impressionistic look at the power of the sea.
Arnaldo Cohen
Elijah
Friday, April 10, 2015 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor Western Michigan University Grand Chorus, Kimberly Dunn Adams, Director
Mendelssohn
Elijah, Op. 70
Since its enthusiastic premiere in 1846, Elijah has assured its place in the choral repertoire as second only to Handel’s Messiah. Recounting the Old Testament story as told in the Book of Kings, this powerful work is a vivid depiction of scenes from the prophet’s life.
Western Michigan University Grand Chorus
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Michael Cavanaugh in Concert: The Songs of Elton John and More!
KSO Pops!
Rodgers and Hammerstein at the Movies Saturday, October 25, 2014 | 8pm Miller Auditorium
One of the most famous partnerships of the twentieth century, Rodgers and Hammerstein was also one of the most productive. Their collaboration resulted in timeless hits like Oklahoma!, The King and I, South Pacific and more. The KSO presents an evening of hits from these musicals, along with digitally re-mastered clips on the big screen.
Sounds of the Season
Saturday, December 20, 2014 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Raymond Harvey, Conductor This annual concert of joyous seasonal and traditional music is perfect for the entire family. Share the warm sounds of the season with the KSO and start your own family tradition with this wonderful program that’s sure to keep you in the holiday spirit!
Michael Cavanaugh
Michael Cavanaugh in Concert: The Songs of Elton John and More! Friday, April 24, 2015 | 8pm Miller Auditorium Sir Elton Hercules John, knighted in 1998 by Queen Elizabeth II, is considered to be one of the greatest solo artists of all time. His hits include Rocket Man, Honky Cat, Crocodile Rock, Daniel, Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and Bennie And the Jets. Join the KSO in a tribute to this star for the ages!
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Bobby McFerrin Takes On Gershwin Friday, January 30, 2015 | 8pm Miller Auditorium
For decades, Bobby McFerrin has broken all the rules! The ten-time Grammy® winner has blurred the distinction between pop music and fine art, goofing around barefoot in the world’s finest concert halls. Join your KSO with Bobby McFerrin as guest-conductor for an allGershwin program featuring An American in Paris and other Gershwin favorites!
Bobby McFerrin
Sarah Chang
Friday, May 15, 2015 | 8pm Chenery Auditorium Sarah Chang is recognized as one of the world's great violinists. Since her debut with the New York Philharmonic at the age of 8 she has performed with the greatest orchestras, conductors and accompanists internationally in a career spanning more than two decades. Sarah Chang will join your KSO to perform the Dvorák Violin Concerto in a program that will also feature Elgar and Beethoven.
Symphonic Series and KSO Pops! Series subscribers may order tickets for Sarah Chang now! Only subscribers are guaranteed tickets to this special event. Individual concert tickets, if available, will go on sale January 5, 2015. Sarah Chang
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World Of Maestro Harvey takes audiences on an entertaining journey through the various stages of featured composers’ lives and uncovers their thoughts, influences and what inspired some of the greatest pieces of classical music repertoire.
The World of Vaughan Williams The World of Prokofiev Sunday, January 18, 2015 | 3pm WMU Dalton Recital Hall
Sunday, October 5, 2014 | 3pm WMU Dalton Recital Hall Susie Park, Violin
Celebrated as one of the greatest British composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams produced music deeply rooted in his English heritage.
Sergei Prokofiev is one of the most original voices of twentieth-century music. He was known to spend up to fourteen hours per day composing, and he left behind an incredible body of works.
CLASSICS Uncorked Sip a glass of wine and relax with friends while listening to your KSO musicians. Enjoy an evening of chamber favorites up close and personal, followed by a complimentary coffee and dessert reception. Wine available for purchase. Friday, January 9, 2015 | 8pm Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Friday, May 1, 2015 | 8pm Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
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