BEAUMONT —
The Symphony of Southeast Texas’ (SOST) presents the final chapter in their storybook 60th Anniversary Season -- and it is an epic one. The plot is ambitious and the characters are impressive. The season comes to a glorious resolution featuring musical selections that have their own story to tell in “Symphonic Story Celebration” at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 6, at the Julie Rogers Theatre in Beaumont.
“Instrumental music has the great power to give impressions of stories,” said SOST Music Director Chelsea Tipton. “The orchestra really brings out the emotions in the stories, and we are excited to share that.”
The concert includes Richard Strauss’s “Don Juan” and Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana.”
Austrian composer Strauss understood well how an orchestra works and how to use it to tell a story, according to Tipton. “Don Juan” is based on a poem written in 1888 and follows the musical passions portrayed in it. “The orchestral parts in ‘Don Juan’ are virtuosic and extremely difficult,” added Tipton. “It really shows off the musical talent of the Symphony.”
The text of “Carmina Burana” was written by medieval monks and includes the “O Fortuna” chorus, which is highly recognizable from the movie “Excalibur” and many commercials.
“Carmina Burana” also calls for a huge number of musicians in the orchestra and three soloists, including soprano soloist, and Beaumont native, Jeanine Thames. The Symphony of Southeast Texas Chorus and the St. Anne Church Children’s Chorus will also contribute to this magnificent finale to the 60th Season.
“This is a powerful closing concert for this momentous season because it brings together everyone from the community – the large orchestra, chorus and children’s choir,” said Tipton.
Maestro Tipton invites all guests to arrive early at 6:30 p.m. for a pre-concert talk. The performance will then begin at 7:30 p.m. Single ticket prices range from $15 to $36; senior, student and group discounts are available. To purchase tickets or get more information, go to www.sost.org or contact the Symphony office at 409-892-2257.
The SOST is also looking forward to beginning the exciting 61st season with the annual July 4 celebration concert this summer and then a spectacular performance of Respighi’s “Pines of Rome” on Sept. 14. Season ticket renewals have already begun and will continue at the April 6 concert. Call 409-892-2257 for more information.
Entertainment
Symphony presents epic 60th season conclusion April 6
- Entertainment
-
-
'Trek' does $70.6M but falls short of studio hopes
"Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it's not setting any light-speed records with a debut that's lower than the studio's expectations.
-
Taylor Swift wins 8 trophies at Billboard Awards
Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards.
-
Kree fans know a career is in bloom
What do Clay Aiken, Adam Lambert, Katharine McPhee and Lauren Alaina have in common?
-
Details of Jolie's breast treatment revealed
Angelina Jolie's mother had breast cancer and died of ovarian cancer, and her maternal grandmother also had ovarian cancer — strong evidence of an inherited, genetic risk that led the actress to have both of her healthy breasts removed to try to avoid the same fate, her doctor said Wednesday.
-
The Cult to close ‘Party by the Pool’ summer series
The 2013 “Party by the Pool” concert series will end with a bang this summer following the announcement of the final artist of the season.
-
Will she win it all? Make sure to vote
Southeast Texas native Kree Harrison will have one more chance to prove she is worthy of being named this year’s American Idol.
-
This Week in Local Music History 5.15.13
Great music is never far away, and the month of May has been a great time for national artists to head to Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana.
-
‘Nunsense’ provides big laughs in season finale production
Come on down to the playhouse of the Orange Community Players for a fun night with the five nuns from the convent of the Little Sisters of Hoboken!
-
Entertainment for the week of May 15 - May 21, 2013
It’s music, music, music everywhere you look with lots of great events taking place across the Golden Triangle and across the Sabine River into Southwest Louisiana.
-
Uncle Sam Jam offers fans music and fireworks on Fourth of July weekend
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a music event made for the weekend.
- More Entertainment Headlines
-
'Trek' does $70.6M but falls short of studio hopes
