The Concert takes place on Nov. 8 at the Heritage Center (105 North 100 East, Cedar City) begins at 7:30 pm. Children over 6 are welcome with adult supervision. No babies please as the concert is recorded. Tickets are available now by either phone (435-592-6051) or by purchase at Heritage Center/Festival Hall.
Nov. 8, 2018: Timeless Drama by OSU at 7:30 pm
Heritage Theater: 105 N 100 E
Tickets- $12 Adults and $6 Students. Groups up to six $40.
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Orchestra of Southern Utah to Honor Leonard Bernstein in November Concert
By Tanisa Crosby
As the weather begins to get cooler the Orchestra of Southern Utah (OSU) prepares for the November 8 concert, 7:30 p.m., at the Heritage Center. The concert is centered on “Timeless Drama” and the well-known composer Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990). This year marks the 100th anniversary of his birth and the Orchestra will perform pieces that celebrate and highlight his life. Leonard Bernstein was a composer, conductor, educator and humanitarian and is regarded as a singular figure in American cultural history.
Bernstein is known for his visceral and life-affirming compositions and created music that has echoed through generations. His classical music was his biggest contribution and he continues to be one of the most widely performed composers. His music incorporated elements of rhythmic vitality of jazz and the lyrical intensity of art song while managing to still utilize musical roots, creating a diverse and wholly unique body of work. To honor his musical legacy, the Orchestra will perform selections from West Side Story, which will feature popular tunes from the legendary musical. They will also perform the ever popular Overture to Candide which is a classic for orchestras and bands alike.
To go along with the theme of honoring composers from the 20th Century, OSU will perform two pieces by Leroy Anderson: Belle of the Ball and Blue Tango. Leroy Anderson was another beloved composer from Bernstein’s era. He is well known for using creative instrumental effects and occasionally using sound-generating items such as typewriters and sandpaper.
Lastly, the Orchestra will display drama from an early time period and will be graced by trombone soloist Michelle Lambert performing Concerto in D Major by Antonio Capuzzi. Lambert is an active soloist and teacher who also serves as a member of the Iron County School Board.
Xun Sun and Adam Lambert will be directing the concert.
The “Timeless Drama” concert will take place on November 8th at 7:30 pm and will take place at the Heritage Center Theatre(105 N 100 E, Cedar City, UT, located behind Lins). Tickets cost $12 for adults, $6 for students, and $40 for groups up to six. Children 6 and older are welcome to attend with adult supervision. For more information contact OSU Manager Rebekah Hughes at (435)592-6051 or osucedarcity@gmail.com.
The Sorenson Legacy Foundation is the major concert sponsor and also assists with the VIP program that introduces 4th graders to the orchestra in the crucial year when they are deciding which instrument to study.
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Calendar Highlights:
Who: Orchestra of Southern Utah
What: Timeless Drama Concert
Where: Heritage Theater, 105 N. 100 East, Cedar City
When: Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.
How: You are invited to enjoy live music with your orchestra
Full bio for Michelle Lambert:
Michelle Lambert earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Brigham Young University in
trombone performance. Over the last twenty years, she has played professionally with the Joe
Muscolino Band, Calor Tropical, Sundance Summer Theater, and the Utah Shakespeare
Festival. In addition, she has engaged in numerous freelance performing and recording
opportunities. She has been featured as a soloist on recitals at Chadron State College, the
University of Wyoming, Southern Utah University, and the Temple Square Recital Series. Since
1995, she has maintained a professional teaching studio in which she has instructed low brass
players of every skill level. She remains an active teacher and performer as adjunct faculty at
SUU and as principal trombone and brass section leader with the Orchestra of Southern Utah.
Michelle recently earned a BA in English from SUU, and last spring she was appointed to the
Iron County School Board. She and her husband, Adam, are the parents of four children.
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