The Rhythms of Beethoven, Rossini, and Akiho
Saturday, October 12, 2024 - 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 13, 2024 - 2:30 pm
Pre-Concert talk: 6:30 pm / 1:30 pm
Performed at Willson Auditorium
Student RUSH tickets will be available at the door on Saturday, Oct 12 (6:15 - 7:00 pm) and Sunday, Oct 13 (1:15 - 2:00 pm)
Artists:
Norman Huynh, conductor
Jeffrey Zeigler, cello
Concert Program:
ROSSINI: The Barber of Seville Overture
AKIHO: Nisei: For Solo Cello and Orchestra (co-commission)
Jeffrey Zeigler, cello
I N T E R M I S S I O N
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92
I. Poco sostenuto - Vivace
II. Allegretto
III. Presto - Assai meno presto
IV. Allegro con brio
What do Bugs Bunny and opera have in common? Come find out as you delight in memorable arias and a witty blend of humor and romance while listening to the overture from Rossini’s most popular opera, The Barber of Seville. In 2022, Akiho wowed Bozeman with his Steel Pan Concerto. The Bozeman Symphony is proud to be a co-commissioner for Akiho’s newest work, Nisei: For Solo Cello and Orchestra, featuring Jeffrey Zeigler, former cellist of the Kronos Quartet. Be one of the first in the U.S. to witness this piece come to life. Maestro Huynh’s interpretation of Beethoven has moved audiences to have a spiritual experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony, under our acclaimed maestro.
Concert Sponsors:
Cal & Tricia DeSouza, Conductor’s Circle
Gary Kunis & Connie Wong, Conductor’s Circle
Kimberlie & Bruce Jodar, Concertmaster’s Circle
Prof. Rob Maher & Ms. Lynn Peterson-Maher, Presenter’s Circle