Symphonic Celebration: UMD Wind Orchestra • LIVESTREAM
ABOUT THE EVENT
Michael Votta, Jr., music director
Michael Votta, Jr., music director
David Neely, music director
Donald Lee III, piano
Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique is a masterpiece of musical storytelling, employing the power of the orchestra to vividly depict the protagonist's tumultuous journey through love, obsession and madness. Its bold and innovative approach to orchestration, as well as its emotionally charged narrative, make it a landmark work in the Romantic symphonic repertoire, leaving a lasting impact on generations of listeners.
Jason Max Ferdinand, music director
University Chorale and UMD Chamber Singers team up to present an evening of eclectic and uplifting choral selections, including Mozart’s serene Ave Verum Corpus and Dett’s transcendent Chariot Jubilee, featuring guest tenor soloist Roderick George.
Ali Kian Yazdanfar, double bass
Kimia Rafieian, piano
Fatemeh Keshavarz, Professor of Persian and Chair of UMD's Roshan Institute for Persian Studies
Gerson Lanza, choreographer
Javier Padilla, choreographer
The Fall M.F.A Dance Thesis Concert showcases stunning and provocative choreography by M.F.A. candidates, Gerson Lanza and Javier Padilla, in the UMD School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.
David Neely, conductor
Kumiko Sakamoto, violin
The University of Maryland Symphony Orchestra opens its 2023–24 season with an exciting program showcasing true americana in music. Featuring works by prominent American composers Samuel Barber, Amy Beach and Leonard Bernstein, this program demonstrates the thrill of American music.
Jonathon Heyward, conductor
Jasmine Habersham, soprano
Nicholas Phan, tenor
Elliot Madore, baritone
UMD Concert Choir
Maryland State Boychoir