Sunday 24 March 2024, 2:30 pm
Symphonic Shades of Light and Dark
Join us for an afternoon of diverse musical experiences at this concert. We open with Daniel Auber’s energetic “Fra Diavolo Overture,” setting the theatrical tone for an afternoon filled with dynamic compositions. Felix Mendelssohn’s stirring Symphony No. 5 (Reformation) follows, bringing a touch of historical resonance through its powerful symphonic movements. Next, Rimsky-Korsakov’s arrangement of Mussorgsky’s Khovanshchina Act IV Intermezzo, Tableau adds a yearning Russian complexity to the program. Carl Maria von Weber’s Invitation to the Dance provides a delightful interlude with its elegant, rhythmic charm. And finally, the thrilling evocation of pagan witches and spirits in Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain . Experience the variety and richness of these pieces in a concert that promises to be both engaging and memorable.
Conductor: Willem van der Vis
Daniel Auber | Fra Diavolo Overture |
Felix Mendelssohn | Symphony No 5 (Reformation) |
Arr. Rimsky Korsakov | Mussorgsky’s Khovantchina Act IV Intermezzo |
Carl Maria von Weber | Invitation to the Dance |
Modest Mussorgsky | Night on Bald Mountain |
George Wood Performing Arts Centre, Yarra Valley Grammar, 84-90 Kalinda Rd, Ringwood
Adult $35, Concession $25, (plus booking fee if applicable); School-age children free but must book a seat
Flyer: Symphonic Shades of Light and Dark
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Sunday 16 June 2024, 2:30 pm
Concert 2
Soloist: James Armstrong, Violin
Conductor: Willem van der Vis
Mozart | Idomeneo Overture |
Schubert | Rondo in A for Solo Violin and Strings |
Saint Saens | Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso Op.28 for Solo Violin and Orchestra |
Beethoven | Symphony No 2 |
The Knox School Auditorium, 220 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South 3152
Adult $35, Concession $25, (plus booking fee if applicable); School-age children free but must book a seat
Sunday 8 September 2024, 2:30 pm
Concert 3
Soloist: Ben Fu, Piano
Conductor: Willem van der Vis
von Suppé | Light Cavalry Overture |
Rachmaninov | Piano Concerto No 2 |
Bizet | Carmen Suite No 1 |
Vaughan Williams | Rhosymedre Prelude |
Tchaikovsky | Capriccio Italien |
George Wood Performing Arts Centre, Yarra Valley Grammar, 84-90 Kalinda Rd, Ringwood
Adult $35, Concession $25, (plus booking fee if applicable); School-age children free but must book a seat
Sunday 24 November 2024, 2:30 pm
Concert 4
Soloist: Jamie Miles, Viola
Conductor: Willem van der Vis
Wagner | Rienzi Overture |
Mendelssohn | Nocturne from a Midsummer Night’s Dream |
Hindemith | Trauermusic for Solo Viola and Strings |
Paganini | Grand Sonata for Viola and Orchestra |
Tchaikovsky | Symphony No 2 in C minor (Little Russian) |
The Knox School Auditorium, 220 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South 3152
Adult $35, Concession $25, (plus booking fee if applicable); School-age children free but must book a seat