“There is peace even in the storm,”
said Vincent Van Gogh. The Orchestra of Southern Utah is set to explore the
excitement and drama of musical storms on Thursday, Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in
the Heritage Center complete with three community choirs: Red Rock Singers,
Master Singers Men’s Chorus, and In Jubilo (A Women’s Chorale).
Choral
works open the beginning of this exciting concert and feature songs showcasing
the textures, emotions and stories inspired by stormy weather.
The
Master Singers will perform a classic American song “Stormy Weather” by Harold
Arlen and arranged by Hal Campbell. The
“Snow Legend” by American composer Joseph Clokey is based on a text by Anna
Temple and arranged by Caroleen Lee.
Alan Lee directs the Master Singers with Danny Hansen as pianist.
Red Rock Singers will perform
“Rainsong” by Houston Bright and “The Wisdom of the Moon” by Susan La
Barr. The local choir is directed by
Keith Bradshaw with Tracey Bradshaw as pianist.
In Jubilo sings a dramatic “Famine
Song” composed by Vida and “The Poet Sings” by Stroope. Take a journey with “High Flight” as it
recaptures a test flight from 1941 in poetry by John Magee. It is one of the
most famous aviation poems ever written.
Jackie Riddle-Jackson serves as In Jubilo director. Teresa Redd serves as pianist.
Jackie Riddle Jackson brings these dynamic
choirs together to join voices and sing the “National Weather Forecast” by
Henry Mollicone a piece that is sure to entertain.
The
Orchestra of Southern Utah will be performing the second half under the
direction of Xun Sun opening with the familiar Sorcerer’s Apprentice by Dukas. Based on a poem by Goethe and
popularized with Mickey Mouse, this is a musical adventure complete with
crashing percussion and exacting woodwind passages. OSU also performs the
dramatic Storm Overture by
Tchaikovsky inspired by a play written in 1864. The composer was just 24 years old when he wrote it and this early work
portends the dramatic orchestrations yet to come that we are so familiar with. The final orchestra piece is a Lion Dance by Yiping Wang. For thousands
of years the Chinese have performed the Lion Dance for auspicious occasions, with the powerful lion chasing away evil and bringing good fortune. Enjoy the
colors and pulsing rhythms depicted in this traditional Chinese piece.
Major
sponsors for this concert is the RAP Fund for Recreation, Arts and Parks
through Cedar City. “OSU thanks all
financial supporters for making it possible for us to present live music,” said
Rebekah Hughes, OSU Manager.
The
Concert takes place on October 11 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 $12 for adults and $6 for students. Season Tickets
(Soiree Included) cost $45. Tickets are available now by either phone
(435-592-6051) or by purchase at Heritage Center/Festival Hall.
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October 11, 2017: Stormy Highlights by OSU at 7:30 pm
Heritage Theater: 105 N 100 E
Tickets- $12 Adults and $6 Students. Groups up to 6 $40.
More information:
Rebekah
Hughes
Phone: (435) 592-6051
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