Charlottesville Symphony and UVA University Singers present Dvořák's Mass

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Benjamin Rous and Michael Slon, conductors
Christina Pier, soprano
Emily Marvosh, contralto
Jamison Walker, tenor
Kevin Spooner, bass-baritone
UVA University Singers
Kevin Spooner’s appearance is made possible by the Davidson Guest Artist Fund.

Johann Strauss II – Overture to Die Fledermaus
One of Strauss’s most popular orchestral works, the overture to Die Fledermaus (The Bat) is a medley of lively waltzes and polkas from an opera much loved for its humor, intricate plot and catchy melodies.

Dinuk Wijeratne – Polyphonic Lively
Inspired by 20th century artist Paul Klee’s painting of the same name, Canadian composer Dinuk Wijeratne has created a kaleidoscope of tone colors that weave together elements of jazz, rock and classical music.

Antonín Dvořák – “The Colors of the Flag” from The American Flag
The chorus and alto soloist join the orchestra in this first movement of The American Flag, commissioned around the 400th anniversary of what used to be called “Columbus’s discovery of America”.

Antonín Dvořák – Mass in D major
Steeped in the influences of Czech folk music, this mass cemented Dvořák’s reputation as a composer who could flawlessly blend deep spirituality and musical sophistication.