The Free Spirits Ensemble of the Raleigh Symphony
… where colors play and hoodoos dance
The opening concert of the Free Spirits Ensemble 2009-2010 season includes the Copland "Largo for Clarinet"; "Food From The Spirits" by Sarah Quartal; "Doric Dances" and "Phantasies" for alto saxophone and piano by Richard Faith; "Promenade"for two guitars by Stephen Dodgson; and the premiere of "where colors play and hoodoos dance" by Lanette Lind. Irene Burke, flute; Jim Williams, clarinet; Wayne Leechford, saxophone; and Lanette Lind, piano, will be joined by guest guitarists Craig Wiggins and Patrick Flynn. For tickets call (919) 567-4000. (Adults $12, Seniors/students $10, children under 12 are free
Sunday, September 20, 2009 3pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center
Hot off the Press!
Music of the 21st Century
With copyrights ranging from 1995 to July, 2009, this is truly music of our time. The program will include "Reveries" for alto saxophone, clarinet, and piano by Thomas Massella; "Fantasy Trio" for clarinet, cello, piano by Robert Muczynski; "Windswept" and "Reflections" for clarinet and piano by Adrienne Albert; "Poems" for cello and piano by Richard Faith, and "Episodes" for saxophone by Ellen Zwilich. Jim Williams, clarinet; Jane Salemson, cello; Wayne Leechford, saxophone; and, Lanette Lind, piano. For tickets call (919) 567-4000. (Adults $12, Seniors/students $10, children under 12 are free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009 3pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center
Cabaret!
With music ranging from "Benny's Gigs" for clarinet and double bass to tangos by Albeniz and Piazzolla, "Jealousy" by Gade and "Huapango" by Moncayo, the Free Spirits Ensemble will present a delightful evening of music, dance, wine and cheese in a cabaret setting. Yang Xi, violin; Izabela Spiewak, violin; Jane Salemson, cello; Dan Zehr, double bass; Jim Williams, clarinet; Teresa Fernandez, soprano; and, Lanette Lind, piano, will be joined by guest dancer, Jason Laughlin. After the concert, Jason will also give a brief tango lesson and DJ for your dancing pleasure. (Limited seating so make your reservations early) For tickets call (919) 567-4000. ($20/person)
Saturday, February 20, 2010 7pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center
A Trio of Trios...and others
This concert will present trios for violin, clarinet and piano by Alex Shapiro, Richard Faith, and Lanette Lind, "Picnic on the Marne" by Ned Rorem for alto saxophone and piano and Schoenfield's "British Folk Songs" for cello and piano. Tasi Matthews, violin; Jane Salemson, cello; Jim Williams, clarinet; Wayne Leechford, saxophone, and Lanette Lind, piano. For tickets call (919)567-4000. (Adults $12, seniors/students $10 and children under 12 are free)
Sunday, April 11, 2010 3pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center
Classical Series (Four Performances)
RSO Turns 30!
An evening of showcases featuring the many jewels of our organization! The program exhibits the full orchestra, led by founding music director and conductor, Alan Neilson, our chamber ensemble, The Free Spirits Ensemble, and the Raleigh Jazz Orchestra, our 18 piece big band style ensemble. Selections include, Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, Edward Grieg’s Peter Gynt Suite, Raleigh composer, Lanette Lind’s …where colors play and hoodos dance and works by Astor Piazzola featuring guest vocalist, Teresa Fernandez, soprano. For ticket information call the RSO box office at (919)546-975 . ($10 - $20, children under 12 are free)
Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College
A Gift of Love
Bring your sweetheart for an evening of romantic music on Valentine’s Day! Selections to include Berlioz’s Romeo & Juliette, Beethoven’s Romance No. 40, Elgars’ Enigma Variations, Muscagni’s Intermezzo and Mendelssohn’s Wedding March and Smetana’s Dance No. 3 from the Bartered Bride. For ticket information call the RSO box office at (919)546-9755. ($10 - $20, children under 12 are free.)
Sunday, February 14, 2010, 7:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College
Carmina Burana
RSO joins forces with the NC Master Chorale led by Maestro Alfred E. Sturgis in Carl Orff’s masterwork, Carmina Burana. Selections also include Tchaikovsky’s Francesca di Rimini. For tickets contact the NC Master Chorale Box office at (919) 856-9700.
Sunday, April 18, 2010 7:00PM, Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts
Rising Stars
Showcasing winners of RSO’s annual statewide concerto competition and Rimsky Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnole. Come see tomorrow’s stars today! For ticket information call the RSO box office at (919)546-9755. ($10 - $20, children under 12 are free.)
Sunday, May 2, 2010, 7:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College
Family Events (Three Events)
Let it Snow!at (919)546-9755 ($5 - $20, children under 4 are free)
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 8:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College
from a bone to a rock...
a brief history of music
In addition to some new musical fare by members of the Free Spirits Ensemble, this concert will also feature some young guest artists and a light-hearted look at musical history. This is a concert for everyone! For tickets call (919) 567-4000. Adults $12, seniors/students $10 children ages 5 – 11 $5 children under 4 are free
Sunday, January 31, 2010 3pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center
Just for the Art of it!
In addition to some new musical fare by members of the Free Spirits Ensemble, this concert will also feature some young guest artists and a light-hearted look at musical history. This is a concert for everyone! For tickets call (919) 567-4000. Adults $12, seniors/students $10 children ages 5 – 11 $5 children under 4 are free
In addition to some new musical fare by members of the Free Spirits Ensemble, this concert will also feature some young guest artists and a light-hearted look at musical history. This is a concert for everyone! For tickets call (919) 567-4000. Adults $12, seniors/students $10 children ages 5 – 11 $5 children under 4 are freeA unique collaborative performance featuring The Free Spirits Ensemble of the Raleigh Symphony and The Concert Dancers of Raleigh. A delight for the eyes and ears as we showcase Ned Rorem’s Picnic on the Marne, Alex Shapiro’s Trio for clarinet, violin and piano and original choreography by Karen Edwards to Copland’s Largo. For ticket information call the RSO box office at (919) 546-9755 (Adults $15, Seniors/Students $10, children age 5 – 12 $5 and children under 4 are free.)
Sunday, March 21, 2010, 7:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College
Auditions:
Concerto Competition Auditions – statewide competition for talented orchestral musicians ages 15 – 23. For info call (919) 546-9755
Saturday, January 16, 2010 Carswell Recital Hall, Meredith College
Raleigh Symphony Out and About!
Meredith College Aria Concert
RSO will feature the winners of Meredith College’s annual Aria Competition. Free.
Saturday, February 13, 2010, 8:00PM, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College