2012-2013 Season
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THE POETRY OF MUSIC The Symphony opens its 57th season with violinist Siwoo Kim, winner of the 2012 King Award. Kim is sure to captivate the audience with his interpretation of the romantic Sibelius Violin Concerto. The Symphony will also perform the lively overture from Glinka’s enchanting opera, Ruslan and Lyudmila along with Tchaikovsky's Capriccio Italien and October by Whitacre. Sponsored by: Bennington State Bank, Steve & Vangie Henry |
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CELEBRATE AMERICA Celebrate the American spirit with a program showcasing music inspired by our country’s vast western landscapes, big city jazz music, and the dreams of immigrants from around the globe. Jazz vocalist Eboni Fondren will join the Symphony for this uplifting concert, which will include American classics ranging from Copeland to Gershwin. Sponsored by: Great Plains Manufacturing |
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THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS Salina Regional Health Center Christmas Festival December 15, 7 p.m., STIEFEL THEATRE December 16, 4 p.m., STIEFEL THEATRE
Experience the magic of Christmas with festive song and dance from the Symphony, Peggy Simms’ Center for Theatre Arts Dancers, Salina Chorale, KWU Chorale and Children’s Holiday Chorus. Celebrate the season with us! Sponsored by: Salina Regional Health Center |
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QUINTESSENTIAL BRASS Internationally acclaimed as one of the world’s best trumpet players, Allen Vizzutti will make his first appearance with the Salina Symphony, performing an eclectic concert that includes Carnival of Venice, Oblivion by Piazzolla and Vizzutti’s own Rising Sun Concerto. Sponsored by: Long McArthur, Solomon Corporation, Salina Arts & Humanities Horizons Grant Program
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DON PASQUALE – Wichita Grand Opera Presented by the Stiefel Theatre February 8, 7 p.m. The Wichita Grand Opera will present Donizetti’s hilarious comedic opera, Don Pasquale, under the music direction of our very own Maestro Ken Hakoda. The title role will be sung by William Powers, a veteran of the Metropolitan Opera and virtually every other major opera house in the world. Don’t miss the first fully-staged Wichita Grand Opera production to be presented in Salina! (To be performed in English).
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CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE Bank of Tescott Family Concert March 10, 7 p.m., Salina Bicentennial Center This once-in-a-lifetime performance combines the best in symphonic music with the excitement of aerial and acrobatic artistry. Accomplished performers from across the globe (including aerialists, acrobats, dancers, contortionists and strongmen) will bring the magic of Cirque to Salina for an unforgettable night! Symphony season ticket holders may purchase tickets beginning Jan. 14 at the Salina Bicentennial Center Box Office, online at bicentennialcenter.com or by phone at 785-826-SHOW (7469). (Tickets on sale Jan. 19 to the general public). Sponsored by: The Bank of Tescott |
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TCHAIKOVSKY’S FIFTH The Symphony will close the season with Tchaikovsky’s rousing Fifth Symphony. From its mournful opening to the final triumphant march, the optimistic trajectory of the Symphony No. 5 has secured its place as an enduring audience favorite. Sponsored by: Insight Learning, Kent & Dena Berquist |
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SYMPHONY AT SUNSET free outdoor concerT June 1, 8:30 p.m., Eisenhower Presidential Library Join us for the Symphony’s annual summer concert, held on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene. The annual Sponsored by: Marshall Motors
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YOUTH SYMPHONY PERFORMANCES These inspiring performances will feature more than 150 members of the Youth Symphony, Junior Youth Symphony and Preparatory Orchestra. Sponsored by: Symphony Educational Partners, |
