Celebrate Meridian 09/18/2010- 7:30 pm (Concert Preview begins at 6:30 pm)
Host & Narrator, Representative Greg Snowden
CAREY SMITH: Meridian 150- a musical montage BRITTEN: Variations on a Theme by Henry Purcell MUSSORGSKY/Ravel: Pictures at an Exhibition
Meridian's cultural heritage is celebrated in a performance dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the city.
Commissioned by composer-in-residence Carey Smith, "musical montage" portrays historical events from Meridian's 150 year journey as a city. The Meridian Symphony is showcased during "The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra", which introduces the instruments and sections of the symphony orchestra. Performance of Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition", a colorful orchestral masterpiece inspired by works of artist Victor Hartmann, will be accompanied by an on-screen projection of the artwork, honoring Meridian Museum of Art's 40th anniversary.
Purchase your tickets at the MSU Riley Center box office, or call (601)696-2200
Tickets $35, $30; Child/Student $10
Celebrate Music 10/30/2010- 7:30 p.m. (Concert Preview at 6:30 p.m.)
BARBER:Adagio for Strings RODRIGO:Concierto de aranjuez for guitar MAHLER: Symphony No. 1 in D Major "Titan"
Robert Belinic, guitar
Classical music at its best! Meridian Symphony performs three different, but equally powerful masterpieces.
Ever since it was played during a radio broadcast of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's funeral, Barber's "Adagio for Strings" has earned an undisputed place in the collective imagination as the music most expressive of grief and mourning.
One of the most recognizable classical guitar pieces ever written, Rodrigo's "Concerto de aranjuez" is a Spanish-flavored conposition that contains some of the most beloved melodies of classical music. From the lyricism of the slow movement with its "Frere Jacques" theme, to the powerful finale with a standing brass section, Mahler's "Titan" symphony is a powerful masterpiece which showcases the full capacity of a symphony orchestra.
"Mr. Belinic performs with intense passion, energy, charisma...and artistry of someone twice his age" – NEW YORK CONCERT REVIEW
Purchase your tickets at the MSU Riley Center box office,
or call (601) 696-2200.
Tickets $35, 30; Child/Student $10
Peppermint Pops Concert 12/4/2010- 7:30 pm
The Meridian Symphony Chorus & Cambiata Singers Children's Chorus
A new tradition for the Meridian Symphony Orchestra is the annual Peppermint Pops concerts. Now in its third year, this family-friendly concert features popular holiday music and festive sing-alongs. From the traditional sound of Christmas, to the festive Hanukkah selections, plus a variety of cheerful old-fashioned holiday songs, Peppermint Pops concert guarantees to put you in a holiday spirit!
Purchase your tickets at the MSU Riley Center box office, or call (601) 696-2200.
Tickets $35, 30; Child/Student $10
50th Anniversary Gala 2/26/2011- 6:00 pm
Join us for a spectacular celebration of our golden anniversary season, as we look back at the 50-year history of the orchestra. Meridian Symphony's 50th Anniversary Reception includes a variety of heavy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Please reserve your tickets in advance by contacting the Meridian Symphony Association, Inc. at 601-693-2224. Limited number of tickets available.
Tickets $50 per person
50th Anniversary Concert 2/26/2011- 7:30 pm
Itzhak Perlman, Violin
CIMAROSA: Overture to The Secret Marrage CAREY SMITH: Symphony No. 1 "Elements"a symphonic portrait in four parts BRUCH: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor WILLIAMS: Theme from Schindler's List
The most talked-about event of the season!
Cimarosa's overture was the first performed by the Meridian Symphony Orchestra at its inaugural concert on April 1, 1962. The world premiere of the complete Symphony #1 by Carey Smith was previously introduced as four seperate movements (Wind, Water, Fire and Earth) during the orchestra's 49th season.
Experience Bruch's Violin Concerto performed by on of the world's greatest violinists in a historic performance celebrating the Meridian Symphony's 50th Anniversary. Schindler's List theme song, performed on the film's soundtrack by Itzhak Perlman himself, is a lovely, darkly emotional melody that captures the deep sadness, though not the horror, of the movie's subject.
Purchase your tickets at the MSU Riley Center box office,
or call (601) 696-2200.
LinkUP! "The Orchestra Sings!" 4/15/2011- 9 am & 11:30 am
4th-grade program and concert
Meridian Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with the Weill Institute at Carnegie Hall, is proud to present the 3rd annual LinkUP! concert, an educational program designed to introduce fourth-graders to the exciting world of symphonic music. Students have an opportunity to explore melodies form a range of colorful orchestra repertoire, sing, play the recorder, compose and perform with the Meridian Symphony Orchestra in a culminating concert at the MSU Riley Center.
For additional information, please contact Meridian Symphony at 601.693.2224.
Celebrate Maestro 5/14/2011- 7:30 pm
Marina Lomazov, Piano also featuring Meridian Symphony Chorus and Columbus Choral Society
BEETHOVEN: Battle Symphony, "Wellington's Victory" BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto #5 in Eb Major "Emperor" BEETHOVEN: Calm Sea & Prosperous Voyage BEETHOVEN: "Choral" Fantasy for piano, chorus & orchestra
Featuring four contrasting compositions by Maestro Hillard's favorite composer, Ludwig Van Beethoven
"Wellington's Victory" is a novelty piece, depicting the Duke of Wellington's victory over the French at the Battle of Vitoria in Spain. Perhaps Beethoven's best-known piano concerto, Concerto #5, is written in his "heroic key" of Eb major.
"Calm Sea & Prosperous Voyage" is a rare dramatic choral setting of two poems by Goethe. An inspired composition for a rare combination of piano with vocal soloists, chorus and orchestra, Beethoven's "choral" Fantasy is a fitting finale to a grand season.
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