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MUNCIE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES ITS NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
May 1, 2013 – Muncie Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is pleased to announce that Douglas Droste has been selected as the organization’s Artistic Director. Droste will take the reins in July as the 6th artistic leader in the MSO’s 64-year history. Droste is also the newly appointed Director of Orchestras at Ball State University.
Prior to his MSO appointment Droste served as Director of Orchestral Studies at Oklahoma State University and Principal Guest Conductor of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. During his tenure at OSU, Droste was lauded for his performances of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring, Holst’s The Planets, Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, among others. He also helped establish the opera studies program, conducting performances of Donizetti’s Elixir of Love, Strauss’ Die Fledermaus, Puccini’s Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, Menotti’s The Medium, and the full premier of Jeremy Beck’s Review. With the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Droste conducted a variety of concerts as well as productions with the Oklahoma City Ballet, including the full premier of Lanny Meyers’ Legends of Sleepy Hollow and Adolphe Adam’s classic ballet, Giselle. Demonstrating his versatility, Droste has conducted pops concerts with artists such as Ben Folds, The Flaming Lips, Pink Martini, Michael Cavanaugh, John Pizzarelli, Christian Howes, Cherish the Ladies, as well as the productions of Cirque de la Symphonie, and Jim Brickman’s Tribute to the Carpenters.
Douglas Droste is recognized as possessing “obvious joy” for making music and a “sure sense of timing” when on the podium. Those under his baton routinely acknowledge him for his in-depth musical interpretations, keen sense of communication, and his personable ability to empower musicians.
Droste was selected following a nationwide search for a new Artistic Director that had been under way since the fall of 2012. “We are excited to welcome Douglas Droste as the new Artistic Director of the MSO,” said Roberto Darroca, Chair of MSO’s Board of Directors. “ Doug is not only an established orchestra leader in the community, but an active performer in his own right. We are confident that after success of 2012-13 guest conductors season, MSO will continue to flourish under Doug Droste’s direction.”
Droste’s recent guest conducting appearances include the Midland-Odessa Symphony and Festival Ballet productions of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker and Adam’s Giselle; frequent appearances with the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra, including its “Great Music, Great Spaces, Great Images” performance series; and the Amarillo Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra on an all-Bach concert, including performing as violin/leader on Brandenburg Concerto No. 1.
A dedicated advocate of youth orchestras and music education, Droste regularly conducts all-state and region orchestras as well as other youth orchestras throughout the country. Droste is also active as a clinician and adjudicator for school orchestras and festivals. Believing that outreach and community engagement are important tools for the promotion of music education, Droste established a Young People’s Concert series with the OSU Orchestra.
“The MSO is a vital cultural asset for east-central Indiana, and the position of Artistic Director is a critical one in protecting and advancing the value of that asset. Doug’s background, skills, experience and passion make him uniquely qualified to lead the MSO in the coming years”, said Charlie Sursa, MSO’s Board president-elect.
A talented violinist, Droste has performed with the orchestras of Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Nashville, Memphis, Lubbock, and the Lancaster Festival (OH). He is a former student of John Gilbert and the late Michael Davis. Droste is also skilled on viola and trumpet, and has sung with a variety of choral ensembles.
Previous positions include Music Director/Conductor of the Oklahoma Youth Symphony, and faculty positions at Austin Peay State University (TN) and Liberty Union-Thurston School District (OH). Droste studied conducting at the Pierre Monteux School, Oregon Bach Festival with Helmuth Rilling, as well as other prominent conducting seminars. His primary conducting mentors include Gary Lewis, Larry Rachleff, Michael Jinbo, David Lockington, and Jose-Luis Novo. Droste holds degrees from The Ohio State University and Texas Tech University.
About MSO
MSO is a professional orchestra that originated in 1948. The orchestra was formed to build community connections through music while giving Ball State University faculty and students an outlet to pursue musical excellence in performance. Over the years the orchestra evolved and consists of approximately 70 musicians, including professional musicians performing in tri-state area orchestras, Ball State University faculty and students.
The MSO seeks to provide its audience with rewarding musical experiences and to promote social exchange among attendees of the musical events. As an organization that celebrates the cultural vibrancy of our local communities, the MSO uses music as a way to stimulate, transform, educate and entertain through traditional classical and pops concerts, children’s concert, chamber events, and community engagement programs.
Douglas Droste, MSO’s New Artistic Director
Photos from MSO 2012_13 Season finale.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”A guest from Paris to perform with the MSO on April 20th!”
Muncie Symphony Orchestra is excited to offer an exquisite experience for classical music lovers in Emens Auditorium on Saturday, April 20 at 7:30pm. Season finale program includes music and guests that the audience will certainly enjoy:
Brahms Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
Schubert Symphony No. 9 in C Major
Guest Artist, Svetlin Roussev, violin is coming all the way from Paris to perform with the MSO!
The soloist for the event is a Ruse, Bulgaria native, Svetlin Roussev. He was voted “Revelation of the year 2000″ by the ADAMI at the French industry music festival Midem of Cannes. May 2001, Svetlin was awarded First Prize, Special Audience Prize and Special Prize for the best interpretation of a Bach concerto at the 1st Sendaï International Competition, in Japan. In 2006 Bulgarian named him “Musician of the Year”. He has worked with a variety of different orchestras such as the Orchestre National de France, Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra , Indianapolis Symphony orchestra, Bulgarian National Radio and Symphony Orchestras, Ankara Presidential Orchestra, Johannesburg Philharmonic in the United-States, Latin America, Asia and Europe, and many more. Svetlin Roussev is a professor of violin at his alma mater, the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. Svetlin plays the Stradivarius 1710 Violin “Camposelice” kindly loaned by Nippon Music Foundation.
Guest conductor for the event is Neal Gittleman, who is originally from Brooklyn, NY, went to Yale University in 1975, and continued his education in Paris, Manhattan, and many other places. He was awarded the Second Prize Winner of Geneva’s Ernest Ansermet International Conducting Competition in 1984 and the Third Prize at the Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition in New York City in 1986. Three years later, he was selected for the American Conductors Program at the American Symphony Orchestra League’s annual conference in San Francisco. He has guest conducted with numerous orchestra such as, Chicago, Indianapolis, Oregon, New Jersey, Phoenix, Saint Louis, San Francisco, and Seattle along with many others. Currently, he lives in Dayton and has served as the music director at Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra since 1997.
Svetlin Roussev Neal Gittleman
Read more about the artists on MSO blog http://www.munciesymphony.org/blog/
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”The MSO concert is an extraordinary experience!”
Muncie Symphony Orchestra was thrilled to present an exciting program for classical music lovers in Sursa Hall on Saturday, February 23 at 7:30pm. Program included music that the audience certainly enjoyed:
Bartok Romanian Folk Dances
Schumann Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54
Beethoven Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92
Guest Artist, Stephen Beus, piano, makes his come back to Muncie!
Stephen Beus, 2006 Max / Allen Classical Fellow of The American Pianists Association, and graduate of The Julliard School made his Carnegie Hall debut with the Julliard Orchestra and James DePreist, playing Prokofiev Concerto No. 3. He has also performed as a guest soloist with numerous national and international orchestras and visited Muncie in 2007. In his special greeting to Muncie residents Stephen Beus said:
“I am so looking forward to returning to play with the Muncie Symphony! A lot has happened in the five years since I performed in Muncie – I’ve had the chance to play in a lot of exciting places including Shanghai, Beijing, Casablanca, Paris, London, Venice and my debut performance at Carnegie Hall (Isaac Stern Auditorium) to name some of the highlights. Following my UK debut, a local perfume-maker presented me with one of the most unique gifts I’ve ever received – a bottle of cologne with an original scent, named “Stephen Beus Cologne.” Never did I guess I would be joining the ranks of Paris Hilton and Brittany Spears with a scent all of my own! But the real highlight of the last 5 years has been marrying the love of my life in 2008 and bringing two energetic boys into the world, ages two and one.”
Stephen’s performance of Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor was stunning! It was very sensual and powerful at the same time. Beus was extremely expressive in his interpretation of this romantic piece and his technique was superb.
Stephen currently is teaching at Miami University of Ohio and enjoying life as a mid-westerner.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”MSO’s Valentine week concert downtown Muncie was a big hit!”
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Event Support: Presenting sponsor Muncie Power Products
Photo Credit Melody Withers Photography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”FRIENDS OF THE ORCHESTRA AT WESTMINSTER VILLAGE, part 3 of 4″
Many enjoyed the weekday respite with a wonderful variety of performers and programs.
You don’t want to miss the second season! MSO is inviting you to the upcoming Friends of the Orchestra community concert at Westminster Village on Tuesday, February 12 at 2pm. MSO Brass Outreach Quintet will perform a selection of fun brass repertoire. The concert is FREE and family friendly.
No tickets or reservations required.
Where: Westminster Village
When: Tuesday, February 12, 2pm
Photo credit Melody Withers Photography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”MSO’S CHILDREN’S CONCERT IS BACK!”
MUNCIE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PREPARES TO ENTERTAIN AND EDUCATE 2000+ AT ANNUAL CHILDREN’S CONCERT NEXT WEEK
The Muncie Symphony Orchestra will present its annual children’s concert on Wednesday, January 30th at 9:30 am in the Emens auditorium. The MSO’s season traditionally included a unique experience for 4th and 6th grade students in Muncie and surrounding areas. In one performance to packed Emens Auditorium audience, the symphony will perform live symphonic music for over 2,000 area children. As a school field trip, some students travel many miles to see this concert from cities such as Lapel, IN along with most other public schools in the Muncie area. Home schools children and students from private schools, also have the opportunity to attend. This concert is open to anyone interested, but preference is given to Muncie and Delaware County school groups with the remaining seats filled on first come first serve basis. Adults are invited to attend as well.
Ronald McDonald will be making a special appearance.
What: Young People’s Concert (Children’s Concert)
When: Wednesday, January 30, 9:30am
Where: Emens Auditorium
Tickets: FREE for children and school groups with advance reservation
adults $5 at the door
Program includes: classical music, music from the movies, improvization, lots of fun!
PERFECT FOR
- A family outing
- getting your children introduced to an orchestral music in a fun way in a specially designed show for kids
The concert is coming back after a year’s break and promises to be the best yet. The symphony has an educational component that is an important part of its mission, and the Children’s Concerts are just one way the organization seeks to fulfill this goal. With the widespread availability of videos on the Internet, the importance of viewing the orchestra in live performance makes for an irreplaceable experience. This educational project provides preparation materials for teachers and students, and follow-up activities. This concert’s program is a great way to introduce orchestral music to students in an exciting way.
The theme of the concert is “Music is a Language!” and will feature overture to Ruslan and Ludmila by Glinka, Massenet Meditation for violin and orchestra from Thais, Excerpts from Symphony No. 3 by Beethoven, Movement III from Concerto in D Major for Violin and Orchestra by Tchaikovsky, along with some music from movies and fun improvizations by Nick Kendall. The concert will be approximately forty-five minutes long.
The children’s concert will be conducted by Mr David Glover, the assistant conductor of Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and will be hosted by violinist Nick Kendall, member of the critically acclaimed band Time for Three . The Muncie Symphony Orchestra is known for its tradition of bringing quality music to the community, frequently featuring some of the most talented soloists, and providing free and accessible music education outreach to the community.
Learn more at http://www.munciesymphony.org/event/young-peoples-concert or call 765-285-5531
Event Support: Presenting sponsor McDonald’s of Muncie, concert support provided by Indiana Arts Commission and the following foundations at the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County: Robert and Beverly Terhune Foundation, The Maxon Foundation, Harry and Janet Kitselman Foundation. Media support: IPR, WIPB and TheStarPress.
About the Muncie Symphony Orchestra
The mission of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra is to stimulate, educate and entertain audiences in East Central Indiana and to provide a meaningful musical experience for professional, community and student musicians, through the performance of fine music and other activities. www.munciesymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”MSO presents premiere event –an evening of ballroom dance at Muncie Mall”
MSO presents unique event in a unique location for the first time!
Love ballroom dancing? Grab your dance shoes and join MSO guests at the Muncie Mall for an evening of dance music. We’ll get your toes tapping to the beats of swing, Latin, foxtrot, or waltz. The event will take place in the common area in front of Muncie Macy’s (Macy’s entrance from inside the Mall) as Larry McWilliams group swings you away, along with dancers from Ballroom Dance League, Holiday Dinner & Dance Club and special guests from 5 Star Dance Studio.
You will have an opportunity to just relax and watch or join the dancers.
What: Dance, Dance, Dance (MSO Chamber series)
When: Saturday, January 19, 7:30pm
Where: Muncie Mall, common area in front of Macy’s
Tickets available at Emens box office 765-285-1539 or at the door:
students $15 with ID
adults $30 (groups of 10 or more $20 in advance)
kids FREE (K-12)
The event is a mini-fundraiser for the Muncie Symphony Orchestra, so all attending are asked to purchase a ticket or make a donation to the Symphony.
Program includes: live music, dance demos by three groups of dancers, mini-style show by Macy’s, simple dance steps mini-lessons, group dance (audience joins dancers), 3 drawings for free dance lessons at the 5-Star Dance Studio, special 15% discounts to Macy’s store for event attendees.
PERFECT FOR
- A family outing
- Kid-friendly show
- Supporting combined forms of art (live music and dance)
- Dancing with your friends and neighbors
Learn more at http://www.munciesymphony.org/event/chamber-concert-2-bach-with-a-twist
Event Support: Dance, Dance, Dance is sponsored by Muncie Macy’s and Muncie Mall.
About the Muncie Symphony Orchestra
The mission of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra is to stimulate, educate and entertain audiences in East Central Indiana and to provide a meaningful musical experience for professional, community and student musicians, through the performance of fine music and other activities. www.munciesymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”MSO Continues its annual search for young talents”
Don’t miss your chance to witness rise of the young talents! The MSO holds an annual competition for young musicians in Indiana. Two divisions – the Junior (grades 6-8) and the Senior (grades 9-12) provide the opportunity to select two winners. Both division winners receive cash prizes and are offered a performance opportunity.
Each participant presents a 10 minute excerpt from a concerto of their choice, accompanied by a piano. A group of professional judges/musicians evaluate the performance and determine the winner.
Audience is admitted to observe and support the participants free of charge on the day of competition. Seating is limited to balcony only. Concert etiquette is required.
Saturday, January 12
2pm
Sursa Hall
Free admission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”FRIENDS OF THE ORCHESTRA AT WESTMINSTER VILLAGE”
Many enjoyed the weekday respite with a wonderful variety of performers and programs.
You don’t want to miss the second season! MSO is inviting you to the upcoming Friends of the Orchestra community concert at Westminster Village on Wednesday, January 9 at 2pm. Serenade String Quartet will perform a selection of strings repertoire. The concert is FREE and family friendly.
No tickets or reservations required.
Where: Westminster Village
When: Wednesday, January 9, 2pm
Beverly Scott, viola
Anna Thompson-Danilova, cello
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ”TIS THE SEASON”
Get in the holiday spirit with good tunes and a good value! Join the Muncie Symphony Orchestra for a Fisher/Shafer Holiday Pops concert in Emens Auditorium on Saturday, December 1, at 4pm.
Get your little drummer boy into the holiday spirit and help other kiddies have a holly jolly Christmas too by starting the season off right at the Holiday Pops Concert. The Muncie Symphony Orchestra will strum up the feelings of good will as they perform all the classic holiday tunes and offer up some originals, all while Santa’s little helpers in the audience donate toys under a Christmas tree right on stage during the show. You can even offer some good will towards your neighbors with a little caroling practice during the sing-along. Helping with toy deliveries, now that’s music to Santa’s ears! Bring a new unwrapped toy and get 50% off MSO season finale concert on April 20.
Concert is featuring special guests- University Singers Glee Club and Ball State Theater and Dance students. Sit back and enjoy unforgettable melodies, lush harmonies, and popular rhythms. Several specials are awaiting for you this year. MSO is waiving fees for children’s tickets (K-12) making it more affordable for families. Instrument petting zoo will be available for children to try their hand at two groups of instruments- woodwinds and strings before the concert and during intermission. Families are offered a free holiday photo prior to the start of the concert in Emens lobby from 3-4pm. BSU students also get free admission with ID in advance or $5 at door. Adult tickets start at $18. This would be a great holiday music experience that entire family will enjoy on a dime.
PERFECT FOR
- A family outing
- Kid-friendly holiday show
- Giving back in the spirit of holiday season
- Singing with your friends and neighbors
What: Fisher Shafer Holiday Pops Concert, Andrew Crow- guest conductor
Where: Emens Auditorium
When: December 1, 4pm
Tickets: Adults $18-35, Youth (K-12) FREE
BSU students free in advance with ID or $5 at door.
Season sponsor: Verallia. Concert sponsors: Ball State University, Westminster Village Foundation and Murray’s Jewelers
Powered by IAC, IPR and WIPB.
For more information please visit http://www.
Photo credit Melody Withers Photography.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Muncie Symphony Orchestra and Cornerstone Center for the Arts present Jennie DeVoe in a live benefit concert Back Home with Jennie DeVoe and the MSO on Saturday, November 10 at 8pm.
Enjoy Jennie’s heartfelt lyrics and enchanting voice paired with MSO’s finest musicians. Playgrounds magazine says Jennie has an awesome stage presence, great sense of humor and that honesty in her music that speaks to you. If Jennie is playing close by or far away it’s worth the trip to witness greatness.
Tickets are just $15, $25, and $75 (includes reception) in advance and may be purchased online at tix.com or at Emens box office 765-285-1539. Proceeds benefit Muncie Symphony Orchestra and Cornerstone Center for the Arts.
Don’t miss Back Home with Jennie DeVoe and the MSO at Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Saturday, November 10 at 8pm. Call 765-285-5531 or visit www.munciesymphony.org for more information.
Concert presented by Mrs Phyllis Shafer
Pre-concert reception sponsor- Praxis Consulting
WHEN: October 20, 2012 5:30pm dinner/ 7:30pm concert
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MSO presents guest artist chamber series downtown Muncie
WHAT: kick off guest artists chamber concert series downtown Muncie.
WHERE: Dinner/ Vera Mae’s, Concert/Ivy Tech Patterson building 3rd floor
WHEN: October 20, 2012 5:30pm dinner/ 7:30pm concert
The Muncie Symphony Orchestra and Ivy Tech Community College are delighted to present the first concert of the 2012-13 Chamber Series MSO Goes to Town. The concert is titled Downtown Promenade and will take place on October 20, 2012.
You are invited to a pre-concert dinner hosted by Vera Mae’s for a delicious meal and some social time. Vera Mae’s is located at 209 S. Walnut Street in Muncie. Dinner will begin at 5:30pm and RSVP is required.
Special dinner menu:
Oyster appetizer
Pea soup
Duck Wellington
Cream pie
The Mark Buselli Quintet performance will start at 7:30pm in the Ivy Tech Patterson Building on the third floor, located at 102 S. Walnut Street, across the street from Vera Mae’s. You are invited to take a closer look at two contrasting jazz composers of the 20thcentury, Duke Ellington and Antonio Carlos Jobim in an entertaining jazz program.
The concert program includes:
It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing – Ellington
Wave – Jobim
I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart – Ellington
Desifinado – Jobim
Jeeps Blues – Ellington
Corcavado – Jobim
Satin Doll – Ellington
Triste – Jobim
Mood Indigo – Ellington
The Girl From Ipanema – Jobim
Take The Train – Strayhorn/Ellington
Mark Buselli – Trumpet/Flugelhorn
Brent Wallarab – Trombone
Scott Routenberg – Piano
Frank Smith – Bass
Greg Artry – Drums
Ticket Information
Concert tickets may be purchased by calling the symphony office at (765) 285-5531. You can choose combination tickets at $55.00 per person (dinner $25/cash bar+ concert $30) or opt for just concert tickets. Concert tickets without dinner are $30.00 per person.
Please RSVP for dinner no later than October 12. You can mail your check to 2000 W. University Ave AC 112, Muncie, IN 47306 or call MSO office at 765-285-5531. Please don’t forget to note any dietary restrictions on your RSVP. Seating is limited. Make your reservations asap.
About the Muncie Symphony Orchestra
The mission of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra is to stimulate, educate and entertain audiences in East Central Indiana and to provide a meaningful musical experience for professional, community and student musicians, through the performance of fine music
and other activities. Learn more at www.munciesymphony.org.
Concert sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College
Mark Buselli and Brent Wallarb
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MSO 64th season opening September 15
WHAT: MSO 64th season opening night: Prokofiev & Brahms.
WHERE: Sursa Performance Hall, BSU campus
WHEN: September 15, 2012 7:30pm concert, 6:30pm pre-concert talk with guest conductor
Muncie Symphony Orchestra officially opens its 64th Season on Saturday, September 15 at 7:30pm with a classical program Prokofiev & Brahms at acoustically perfect Sursa Hall on Ball State University campus.
The 7:30 performance includes Sinfonia Concertante, op. 125 by Prokofiev, which represents a result of decade-long musings brought to life by the expressive power of the cello and the wide range of orchestral timbres. The concert features Austin Huntington (cello), MSO Young Artist Competition winner in the senior division 2012 who swept multiple awards at most recent international competitions. He was awarded a first prize at the 2012 Irving M. Klein International String Competition, Gold medal and Bach award at the 2011 Stulberg International String Competition, and first prize at the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) competition in 2009.
Symphony No. 4 in E minor, op. 98 by Brahms is one of the most frequently performed symphonies of the nineteenths century, and it continues to challenge and intrigue scholars with its subtle internal relationships. Only very few composers have combined Brahms’ intellectual powers with passionate and evocative musical sounds.
A prelude- an informative talk with MSO guest conductor from Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Sameer Patel, will precede the concert in the Sursa Hall at 6:30pm.
For tickets, contact the Emens box office at 765.285.1539 or visit the box office between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster by calling 800-745-3000 or visiting www.ticketmaster.com
For more information, visit http://www.munciesymphony.org/performances or call (765) 285-5531.
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Funding
MSO classical season is presented by Verallia. The concert is presented by the Muncie Symphony League and is supported by Ball State University, Indiana Arts Commission, IPR, and WIPB.
The mission of the Muncie Civic & College Symphony Association, an alliance between the community and Ball State University, is to stimulate, educate, and entertain audiences in East Central Indiana and to provide a meaningful musical experience for professional, community, and student musicians, through the performance of fine music and other activities. Visit www.munciesymphony.org
Photo credit Cindee Cox Photography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Picnic and Pops coming up August 22, 2012.
Come enjoy live entertainment and music by the Muncie Symphony Orchestra during the final show of the Summer Stage Fest hosted by Minnetrista on August 22, 2012 at 7:00 pm. The concert will be led by guest conductor Richard Sowers.
The Muncie Symphony Orchestra will perform an entertaining mix of favorite classics and pops. Instrument petting zoo will provide children with an opportunity to try their hand as young musicians.
Bring your own chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy the show. It’s all about one last summer celebration before winding down for the school year.
Help your community & enjoy the MSO Holiday Concert
Participate in food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana
Bring 10 non-perishable food items and receive 1 free ticket to the MSO Holiday concert or bring at least 1 non-perishable food item to the MSO’s Picnic & Pops concert at Minnetrista and enter into a raffle to win a family pack (4 tickets) for the MSO Holiday Concert in December
Event presented by George & Frances Ball Foundation, Minnetrista, First Merchants Trust and supported by Indiana Public Radio, WIPB and Indiana Arts Commission.
For more information, visit www.munciesymphony.org or call (765) 285-5531.
High resolution photo. Photo copyright of Muncie Symphony Orchestra, Cindee Cox, photographer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Festival on the Green coming up June 9th, 2012.
Come enjoy live entertainment and music during the Muncie Symphony Orchestra’s Festival on the Green on Saturday, June 9th, 2012 on the lawn of the Ball State University Arts Terrace. An Arts Fair, hosted by the Muncie Arts and Culture Council, will be from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra concert beginning at 7:00 pm. The concert will be led by guest conductor Lawrence Ranchak.
The Muncie Symphony Orchestra will be hosting a movies-theme picnic contest prior to the concert. The winners of the picnic contest will be awarded prizes donated by Big Lots, Amazing Joe’s Grill, AMC Showplace 12, and more! Picnics must register at the information tent and will be marked by a numbered helium balloon. The picnic contest will conclude at 7:00 pm.
The Arts Fair will feature over twenty local artists, authors, and organizations that will be offering art activities for families, art and jewelry pieces for sale, information about programming, a musical petting zoo and more. The event is free, but there will be several opportunities to purchase items from the vendors. Door prizes will be given away during the fair and prizes include tickets to Muncie Civic Theatre, children’s books from Carol Blakney Designs and the David Owsley Museum of Art, jewelry from several local artisans, and more.
Bring your own chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy the show or rent a table and eight chairs for $20 from the Muncie Symphony League volunteers.
Event presented by Harry and Janet Kitselman Fund, Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, and Muncie Arts and Culture Council. Event supported by Indiana Arts Commission, Ball State University, Verallia North America, Indiana Public Radio, WERK Radio, and WIPB.
For more information, visit www.munciesymphony.org or call (765) 285-5531.
For Immediate Release: The Muncie Symphony to Perform World Premiere on April 28, 2012
April 18- “A Swashbuckling Adventure…From Days of Yore”, written by Dr. Jody Nagel for award-winning flutist Mihoko Watanabe, will premier on April 28 in Emens Auditorium.
The 7:30 performance includes Symphony No. 5 in d minor, op. 47 by Shostakovich. Shostakovich’s Symphony is one of his most popular works. The Symphony shows Russian mastery of orchestration as he takes the audience on a wild ride with crystal clear themes passed among sections of the orchestra.
Celebrated and versatile flutist, Mihoko Watanabe will perform the world premier of Nagel’s combining concerto for flute and orchestra with the character of an epic adventure film score. The four movements entitled (1) Sea Voyage in Search of a Fairy Queen, (2) The Enchanted Castle, The Dungeon, and the Beast, (3) The Hero’s Three Impossible Deeds, and (4) The Battle for Virtue and The Celebration Feast invite the listener to imagine four fairy tales or legends as the music is played.
Two multi-dimensional art works created by elementary and college students as an artistic interpretation of Dr. Nagel’s composition will be displayed in the Emens Auditorium lobby before, during and after the concert.
A free talk with composer Dr. Jody Nagle, Artistic Director Bohuslav Rattay and Art Historian Lara Kuykendall will precede the concert in the William’s Lounge in the lower level of Emens Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. No reservations are required.
For tickets, contact the Emens box office at 765.285.1539 or visit the box office between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster by calling 800-745-3000 or visiting www.ticketmaster.com
Funding
“A Swashbuckling Adventure” is made possible, in part, by funding provided by Indiana Arts Commission, Verallia Corporation, First Merchants Bank and The Hamer D. & Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation.
About Muncie Symphony Orchestra
The Muncie Civic and College Symphony Association (MSO) is in the 63rd year of performing in Delaware County. MSO is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization and provides performing opportunities for musicians and artists.
For more information about the Muncie Symphony Orchestra and view the symphony blog, visit its website at http:// www.munciesymphony.org/ and facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/MuncieSymphonyOrchestra.
Mihoko Watanabe
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