The Owensboro Symphony has announced the lineup for their 58th season, which will begin this October. The slate of five concert series includes a Christmas performance, a Disney night, and themes with English and Arabian influences.
This series will be Music Director Troy Quinn’s seventh season with the Symphony.
“I couldn’t be happier to continue this journey, and the coming season will be full of even more exciting and memorable moments,” Quinn said. “There will be large orchestral works performed for the first time by the Owensboro Symphony, music from Disney, and concerts that will take you to faraway places such as England and Arabia. I believe there will be something for everyone to enjoy.”
Before the subscription series begins in October, the community can attend two free events. The annual Concert on the Lawn presented by U.S. Bank is set for August 26, while the fourth annual Symphony Stroll sponsored by Jagoe Homes will take place September.
The symphony provided the following descriptions of their subscription series concerts:
October 21, 2023 – Opening Night
Troy Quinn and your Owensboro Symphony kick off its 58th season with a lush, romantic performance of Hector Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique. Australian-born French Horn player Andrew Bain, current principal horn of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, will join the symphony and perform Eric Ewazen’s brilliant and virtuosic Concerto for Horn and String Orchestra.
December 9, 2023 – Home for the Holidays
The Owensboro Symphony continues the season with everyone’s favorite Christmas tradition! Home for the Holidays promises favorites; including Carol of the Bells, Sleigh Ride, and more! The Owensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra will join the symphony in performing some of the season’s most recognizable tunes. Baritone Tevin Vincent returns to the stage along with a special guest appearance by Jenny Beth Willis for a memorable Holiday event for the entire family!
January 27, 2024 – Magical Memories
The magic of Disney comes alive as the Owensboro Symphony celebrates the music of award winning composer Alan Menken. Known for his work with lyricists Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Glenn Slater, Menken’s music for Disney animation classics such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin are full of catchy tunes and wit. The lovely and talented Lauren Jelencovich returns to share her delightful voice with touching performances of music for Belle, Pocahontas and Ariel. Truly a night for all ages; join your Owensboro Symphony along with the Owensboro Symphony Chorus for this unforgettable evening.
March 2, 2024 – Arabian Nights
One Thousand and One Nights comes alive as the Owensboro Symphony transforms the stage into a sultry Arabian Night with cinematic music from Lawrence of Arabia, Exodus and Aladdin. Hear a riveting performance Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade depicting the ultimate storyteller’s journey and enticing tales to win over her Persian king.
April 20, 2024 – The Crown Jewel
Owensboro Symphony concludes its season with the Crown Jewel of performances. Take a trip across the pond and enjoy the music of English composers Elgar, Vaughn Williams, Walton and more! Deanna Breiwick, soprano and Dashon Burton, baritone will join the Owensboro Symphony and a magnificent chorus in a stirring performance of Ralph Vaughn Williams’ plea for peace, Dona Nobis Pacem.
Season tickets are on sale now and are available through the the Owensboro Symphony website, or by calling 270-684-0661, extension 113.
“Once again, Troy has planned a great season that showcases our talented musicians while also bringing so many world class artists to Owensboro to perform with the Symphony,” said Gwyn Payne, Symphony Chief Executive Officer. “I encourage everyone to come and experience a concert. It will be an evening you won’t forget.”
