Quincy Symphony Orchestra
Bruce Briney, Conductor
Sunday, September 29, 2024 - 2:30 p.m.
QJHS Morrison Theater
14th & Maine
Zare ~ Fanfare Solaris
Dvořák ~ Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”
Vaughan-Williams~ The Lark Ascending featuring Alex Malaimare, violin
Music Director Bruce Briney opens the QSO season with Natural Wonders. Acclaimed violinist Alex Malaimare is featured in The Lark Ascending by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Consistently ranked by music lovers as one of their favorite pieces, The Lark Ascending is a flight of fancy that stirs the hearts of all who listen, painting a lyrical portrait of freedom and transcendence against the backdrop of the orchestra's embrace.
We are pleased to perform a piece by contemporary composer Roger Zare. Fanfare Solaris is a bright and celebratory work. It is inspired by the long days of summer – a season of outdoor festivals, barbecues, vacations, and weddings.
The orchestra also performs Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” by Antonin Dvořák. This work represents Dvořák's attempt to create a distinctly American musical language while incorporating his Czech heritage. It remains one of his most popular and enduring works, celebrated for its rich melodies, evocative themes, and masterful orchestration.
