Program:

Jessie Montgomery*+ – Shift, Change, Turn

Marion Bauer*- Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet, and Strings

Selina Greso, oboe

Angelique Poteat, clarinet

Ludwig Van Beethoven – Symphony No. 4

Experience a mesmerizing journey through musical landscapes at our 2023-24 season’s opening concert. The performance begins with the dynamic Shift Change Turn by Jessie Montgomery, a modern masterpiece that weaves vibrant textures and rhythmic dynamism, reflecting the kaleidoscope of urban life. Marion Bauer’s Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet and Strings follows, a harmonious dialogue between woodwind intricacies and string serenades, painting an exquisite interplay of melodies and timbres. Culminating the performance is Ludwig Van Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 4, a symphonic masterpiece that traverses intricate motifs and emotional depths, a testament to Beethoven’s genius and the power of human expression through music. Join us for an enchanting evening where contemporary dynamism meets timeless classics.