From Our Blog: Maestra Alsop discusses her return to Denver >>
Description
Marin Alsop, the famed Conductor Laureate and former Music Director for your Colorado Symphony, makes her long-awaited return, leading a thrilling program of illustrious works. Copland’s signature American sound is on full display in this beautiful suite from the ballet Appalachian Spring, while Barber’s Second Essay exhibits exhilarating power throughout. This curated suite from Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet provides a stirring finale to Maestra Alsop’s return.
Featured Artists
Marin Alsop, conductor
Repertoire
BARBER Essay No. 2, Op. 17
COPLAND Appalachian Spring: Suite
PROKOFIEV Romeo and Juliet: Suite
Prelude & Talkback
Join your Colorado Symphony for Preludes & Talkbacks — events to enhance your experience during Classics performances!
Prelude: One hour before the performance, hosted by Assistant Principal Viola Catherine Beeson.
Talkback: Immediately following the performance on FRI, JAN 7 with Conductor Marin Alsop.