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Symphonic Journeys: A Year with West Valley Symphony

The West Valley Symphony invites you to embark on a musical journey through their captivating 2024-2025 season. From the festive "Sounds of the Season" to the introspective "Nostalgia: Connecting With Our Past And Future," this series of concerts features an impressive array of conductors and repertoire that promises to enchant audiences. Experience the magical interpretation of familiar tunes and discover the powerful narratives woven into each symphony, as the Symphony continues to bridge cultures and eras through a harmonious blend of classical music.

Nov 29, 2024

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1. Sounds Of The Season

Associate Conductor Nicholas Ross gets us into the spirit of the season with a side-by-side with the West Valley Youth Orchestra, Claire Gordon, Conductor. Enjoy traditional favorites such as Tyzik's arrangement of Behold the Lights and selections by Prokofiev, Tchaikovsky, and Vaughn-Williams among others. Get your tickets early for this always sold-out concert!

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Dec 8, 2024

West Valley Symphony

Surprise, AZ · The Vista Center for the Arts

2. Unity: A Musical Journey

Guest Conductor Kayoko Dan takes us on a compelling musical journey with Coleman's Umoja: Anthem of Unity, a vibrant celebration of togetherness. Theofanidis's Rainbow Body transports listeners through ethereal textures and spiritual motifs, leading to a finale of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5, a monumental work of intense emotional landscapes.

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Jan 12, 2025

West Valley Symphony

Surprise, AZ · The Vista Center for the Arts

3. The Barbarian Artist

Guest Conductor Daniel Wiley delves into the minds of composers expressing their humanity and leading us through tales of love gone awry with Coleridge-Taylor's Petite Suite de Concert and Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet. Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, expresses the political adversity of a composer deemed a “barbarian artist” by the Soviet regime and at risk of political exile.

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Feb 16, 2025

West Valley Symphony

Surprise, AZ · The Vista Center for the Arts

4. Folk Music Of The Americas

Guest Conductor Michael Stanley illustrates ways in which folk music has influenced classical composers, the basis for some of their most popular works. Inspired by American folk music, Copland wrote Appalachian Spring; Márquez drew from the dance music of Mexico in Danzon No. 2. Dvořák took inspiration from spirituals and Native American music for his New World Symphony.

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Mar 2, 2025

West Valley Symphony

Surprise, AZ · The Vista Center for the Arts

5. Nostalgia: Connecting With Our Past And Future

Guest Conductor Alex Amsel, leads us on a musical journey to discover what 21st Century Argentinian composer Benzecry’s Obertura Tanguera has in common with Brahms’ 19th Century Symphony No. 1 and Strauss’ 20th Century Der Rosekavalier. Explore how nostalgia in music pays homage to the past and propels us forward into a better future.

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Apr 6, 2025

West Valley Symphony

Surprise, AZ · The Vista Center for the Arts

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season of the West Valley Symphony offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences that promise to captivate and inspire. Through carefully curated programs and the expertise of phenomenal conductors, the Symphony continues to bridge gaps between cultures and eras, inviting audiences into a world where music tells the most profound stories of humanity. As you plan your calendar, make sure to reserve your tickets early. Each concert is more than just a performance; it’s an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant community of music lovers and the timeless beauty of symphonic art.

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