You are invited to the opening concerts for the Orchestra of Southern Utah. Tickets at https://www.myosu.org
Children’s Jubilee set for Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Heritage Theatre. Lobby activities begin at 12 noon with exhibits from community and SUU presenters featuring art, science, and music. The concert at 2 p.m. features the delightful “Carnival of Animals” with guest pianists Christian Bohnenstengel and Bridger Ivie with Carylee Zwang directing the full symphony orchestra. Tickets are just $5 per person with babies free. One free admission with three cans of food for Iron County Care and Share. This is a fun family afternoon and suitable for all ages.
Concert Article to Share:
Piano Soloists Perform Carnival of the Animals in the Orchestra of Southern Utah’s
Opening Concert, “Our Radiant World”
Written by Frances Hartzell
The Orchestra of Southern Utah invites you to embark on a journey through nature itself, on
October 19, 2023, at 7:30 PM in the Heritage Center Theater. Of particular note is the
wonderfully comedic work, Carnival of the Animals, composed by Camille Saint-Saëns. Written
for piano duet and orchestral accompaniment, this performance is sure to be a wonderful
experience for all listeners. Experience piano soloists Christian Bohnenstengel and Bridger Ivie
as they join the orchestra to bring the majesty of the animal kingdom to life. In addition, we
invite you to enjoy the seasons of the earth through Eric Whitacre’s October, and lands far from
us in Marshall McDonald and Steven Sharp Nelson’s Africa, featuring the Canyon View
Madrigals choir.
Soloist Dr Christian Bohnenstengel is one of the most well rounded and experienced pianists
Southern Utah could ask for. Adept in genres ranging from classical to jazz to improvisation,
Bohnenstengel is sure to present audiences with a stunning performance. Aalener Nachrichten, a
German newspaper, has even deemed Bohnenstengel “a master of contrast” for this very ability
to perform wonderfully in many different genres. Ivie, an accomplished Southern Utah
University senior, and Bohnenstengel, a professional performer and teacher to Ivie, are
guaranteed to enchant and amaze the audience with their musical abilities.
Although the Carnival of the Animals is sure to be the highlight of the evening, Africa and
October, will certainly be performed in equal measure and ability. Africa, written by Marshall
McDonald and Steven Sharp Nelson, showcases the intricacies of Africa’s musical traditions,
rhythms, and culture. To accomplish this, the Orchestra of Southern Utah will be joined by the
Canyon View High School Madrigals choir. Under the direction of Carylee Zwang and Alex
Byers, musicians will guide you on a journey through the movements of Africa, titled Birth,
Adolescence, Development, Age, and Life Beyond. Listen closely for the hand drums, which beat
out dance rhythms inspired by cultural African drum beats. This piece was originally commissioned by the Orchestra of Southern Utah.
October, by Eric Whitacre and directed by David Jordan, is sure to remind audiences of the peace and quiet sentimentality that comes with the fall season. Originally composed as a choral work, Whitacre’s signature cluster chords are being performed instead by the orchestra, and blend together to create a straightforward, yet beautiful and haunting melody.
Our Radiant World, conducted by Carylee Zwang and David Jordan, will be performed on
Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 7:30 PM in the Heritage Center Theater. Tickets are currently on
sale for advance purchase at www.myosu.org. They will also be available for purchase at the box
office for one hour before the show begins, however it is strongly recommended to purchase
tickets in advance. Adult tickets are $12, and students over 6 years old tickets are $6. Please, no
babies, as each performance is recorded. Orchestra of Southern Utah season ticket holders are
provided with automatic reservations.
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For Calendars:
Dates: October 19, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.
Heritage Theater: 105 N 100 E Cedar City, UT, 84720
OSU Our Radiant World Concert Tickets: $12 Adults, $6 Students over 6
More Information: myosu.org
Guest Piano Soloists
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| Christian Bohnenstengal |
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| Bridger Ivie |
