MELODIOUS APPEAL
A soloist meets with Conductor in preparation for an awe-inspiring performance
Be part of the enchanting experience of themed concerts featured by a solid bass soloist, boisterous trumpet, or charming pianist. Music programming comes from traditional baroque to contemporary composition.
The Kamloops Symphony is the premiere music organization serving the Kamloops region. Live orchestral music performances each month from September through May include the music of composers from around the world.
Attending this professional music concert will create a brand new appreciation for musical talent and the magic of captivating rhythms. Make your Christmas season extra special, or simply take friends and family out for a truly unforgettable episode with the KSO, then go out for a night cap to top off the magnificent evening.
The Trumpet, one of many instruments from the brass family
2007/2008 Schedule
- The Soul Of Ray - October 26 & 27, 2007
Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
Songstress Dee Daniels never fails to thrill with her fullbodied vocals and astonishing range. Growing up with the music of Ray Charles, and inspired by his incredible life story, Dee has created this fabulous tribute filled with musical gems.
Guest Artist: Dee Daniels
Programme Highlights:
· Georgia
· Let The Good Times Roll
· I Can’t Stop Lovin’ You
· Hit The Road Jack
· Bye Bye Love
- Spanish Flair - November 17, 2007
Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
The fire and passion of Spanish music performed by Canada’s reigning master of the guitar – pure joy!
Guest Artist: Daniel Bolshoy, Guitar
Programme:
· Arriaga - Symphony in D
· Castelnuovo-Tedesco - Guitar Concerto
· Arriaga Overture: Los esclavos felices
· Rodrigo - Concierto de Aranjuez
- Christmas with the KSO - December 15 & 16, 2007
Saturday 8 pm and Sunday 2 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
Music for winter, choral music galore and a fine young pianist. “When icicles hang” join the KSO inside Sagebrush Theatre and warm up for the season.
Guest Artists: KSO Chorus; Joel Goodfellow, Piano – KFPA Symphony Award Winner
Programme:
· Tchaikovsky - The Seasons
· Mozart - Piano Concerto #21 (1st movement)
· Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on Christmas Carols
· Dunn (arr.) - Three Christmas Songs
· Baker - Chanson Joyeuse
- The Magic of Vienna - January 12 & 13, 2008
Saturday 8 pm and Sunday 2 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
A soprano, a tenor and some of the best arias and duets by Lehár, Strauss and the other great opera composers. A sparkling lineup of polkas, marches, waltzes and, of course, songs that will leave you breathless.
Guest Artists: Melina Moore, Soprano; Paul Moore, Tenor
Programme highlights:
· Mascagni - Cherry Duet (L’Amico Fritz)
· Donizetti - Quel Quardo it Cavaliere (Don Pasquale)
· Verdi - Signor ne Principe; E il…anima (Rigoletto)
· Puccini - Recondita armonia (Tosca)
· Strauss - Voices of Spring, Drinking Song (Die Fledermaus)
· Strauss - Lehár I’ll Remember (Guiditta), Vilia (Merry Widow)
- Serenity - February 9, 2008
Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
Imagine a swan floating peacefully on a lake, bask in the beauty of a Mozart violin concerto and feel your heart pound with the grandeur of a Sibelius symphony. Now that’s the way to spend a night out!
Guest Artists: Cvetozar Vutev, Violin
Programme:
· Sibelius - The Swan of Tuonela
· Mozart - Concerto #5 for Violin (Turkish)
· Sibelius - Symphony #5
- Countrified - March 7 & 8, 2008
Friday & Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
Canadian country music sensation Brad Johner pours his heart, soul and voice into his songs. Brad was recognized as Favourite Country Artist at the 2004 Canadian Independent Music Awards. His music will put a smile on your face and start your toes tappin’.
Guest Artist: Brad Johner Free
Programme:
· I’ve Got It Good
· The Perfect Life
· For The Good Times
· What A Wonderful World
- Viva Voce - April 5, 2008
Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
There is nothing like a chorus of voices to soothe the soul. The beautiful Requiem by Fauré is yet another sterling example of the choral art.
Guest Artists: TRU Chorus; Soprano and Baritone Soloists
Programme:
· Cardy - Lafolia: Variations for Chamber Orchestra
· Respighi - Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite #3
· Fauré - Requiem
- A Fiddler’s Take - April 18 & 19 2008
Friday & Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
Frank Leahy pokes fun at orchestral musicians with his newest programme — A Fiddler’s Take on the Symphony Orchestra. Fantastic fiddle tunes and plenty of laughs.
Guest Artists: Frank Leahy, Fiddle
Programme highlights:
· Frank and the Flyin’ Flute
· Big Bad Bassoon
· Poor Poor Viola
· Orange Blossom Special
- Dramatically Yours - May 17, 2008
Saturday 8 pm, Sagebrush Theatre
The evocative music of Arvo Pärt and another first for the Kamloops Symphony — Dvorak’s Symphony #9 (From the New World)
Guest Artists: Yegor Dyachkov, Cello
Programme:
· Tchaikovsky - Polonaise from Eugene Onegin
· Pärt - Fratres
· Tchaikovsky - Variations on a Rococo Theme
· Dvorak - Symphony #9 (From the New World)
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