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Join us for a magnificent evening as the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra presents "A Celebration of Beethoven & Butorac" on May 4th, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. This event, set to take place at the prestigious Ruby Diamond venue located at 222 S Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL, promises to be an unforgettable experience for classical music enthusiasts.

Under the baton of Maestro Darko Butorac, in his final performance as Music Director and Conductor, the evening will showcase the brilliance of Beethoven's compositions during his heroic period. The concert will feature the talented Jon Kimura Parker on piano, performing the grand 3rd piano concerto, followed by the powerful Symphony No. 3, famously known as Eroica. This performance not only celebrates Beethoven's legacy but also honors Maestro Butorac's remarkable tenure with the TSO.

The event is organized by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra (TSO), with tickets available for purchase. For more information or to buy tickets, you can contact the TSO at 850-224-0461 or visit their website. Don't miss this heroic musical journey at the Ruby Diamond, a night that promises to be a highlight of the TSO’s 2023-24 season.

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A Celebration of Beethoven & Butorac

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Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 3 with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra's captivating performance titled "Mahler Three: A Summer's Midday Dream." This monumental event is scheduled for March 23, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm, under the baton of esteemed Music Director Darko Butorac. The performance will also feature the talented alto Sahoko Sato Timpone, with a chorus meticulously prepared by Anna-Marie Friars.

Held at the prestigious Ruby Diamond venue, located at 222 S Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, this concert promises an unforgettable journey from the earthly to the divine. Mahler's Third Symphony, known for its six expansive movements, stands as one of the most significant works in the symphonic repertoire. The event will showcase the collective brilliance of over 150 musicians, all coming together to bring Mahler's summer's midday dream to life.

This performance is not just a concert but an epic voyage that encapsulates the essence of Mahler's vision, making it a must-see event for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra at 850-224-0461 or visit their website. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this masterpiece live.

Mahler Three: A Summer's Midday Dream

Join us for a monumental event, "A Tallahassee Bicentennial Celebration: Portraits of America," presented by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. This special concert is set to take place on January 20th from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm and January 21st from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the prestigious Ruby Diamond venue, located at 222 S Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL 32304.

Under the baton of Music Director Darko Butorac, the TSO will embark on a musical journey through America's past and present. The evening will open with a newly commissioned work by Jennifer Higdon that beautifully captures the essence of the Western Carolina mountains. The program will also feature Aaron Copland's iconic "Lincoln Portrait," which combines narration and visuals to tell the story of American history, and William Grant Still's groundbreaking "Afro-American Symphony," the first symphony by an African-American composer to be performed by a leading American orchestra. Additionally, the concert will include a brand new photo-choreography work set to music from Duke Ellington’s "Black, Brown and Beige," celebrating Tallahassee’s bicentennial with a vibrant visual and musical tribute to the city's past and present.

This event is not only a celebration of Tallahassee's 200th anniversary but also an invitation for the community to contribute by sharing their photos of Tallahassee, adding a personal touch to the celebration.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact the TSO at 850-224-0461 or visit their website. Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate Tallahassee's rich history and vibrant future through the power of music and visual art.

A Tallahassee Bicentennial Celebration: Portraits of America

Immerse yourself in a night of musical illustrations with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra's presentation of "Pictures at an Exhibition" on October 13, 2023, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. This enchanting performance, under the baton of Music Director Darko Butorac and featuring the talented pianist Roman Rabinovich, will take place at the prestigious Ruby Diamond venue located at 222 S Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL 32304.

"Pictures at an Exhibition" is a masterpiece originally composed by Modest Mussorgsky for piano, inspired by the drawings and watercolors of his dear friend Viktor Hartmann. The symphonic version, orchestrated by Maurice Ravel, brings to life the vibrant and evocative imagery through the power of the orchestra, culminating in the majestic "Great Gate of Kiev."

Before the concert, attendees are invited to join Maestro Butorac at 6:30 PM for an insightful discussion about the story behind the concert program. This pre-concert talk is a unique opportunity to deepen your appreciation of the music and its historical context.

Tickets for this mesmerizing performance are available for purchase. Don't miss the chance to experience the beauty and power of "Pictures at an Exhibition" as brought to life by the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra.

Pictures at an Exhibition

Featuring stellar soloists and iconic works including Pictures at an Exhibition, Lincoln Portrait, Mahler’s Third Symphony, and Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony, every concert will be a celebration!

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The pieces in this concert connect us to American music and our shared national history. American Herbert and Czeck Dvořák were colleagues at New York’s National Conservatory in the early 1890s and influenced one another as Dvořák sought to grasp the essence of American folk music.

Season Finale: America The Beautiful

From Nina Simone to Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin to Etta James, Tina Turner to Patti Laballe; Queens of Soul celebrates the legacy of these women in American music.

Concert favorites Morgan James and Erica Gabriel share a love for soul music and have crafted this program around the music they grew up on. Joined with your TSO, we will have you singing along to every hit and dancing in your seat!

Queens of Soul

Enjoy an evening of Verdi’s greatest hits, with music from Il Travatore, Aida, Nabucco, and La Traviata. An all-star lineup of soloists, joined by FSU’s chorus program, will make this a concert for the ages!

“Ben Gulley has won awards and competitions for his magnificent voice … his voice is enchanting. However, the winner is the audience and the prize is listening to the operatic tenor perform.” —Broadway World

Darko Butorac

Conductor, Music Director

Events

May 4, 2024

A Celebration of Beethoven & Butorac · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Mar 23, 2024

Mahler Three: A Summer's Midday Dream · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

20 - 21 Jan, 2024

A Tallahassee Bicentennial Celebration: Portraits of America · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Oct 13, 2023

Pictures at an Exhibition · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

May 20 - Aug 31, 2023

2023-24 Season Subscriptions · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Conductor in Lincoln Portrait by Copland

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Conductor in Cold Mountain Suite by Higdon

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Conductor in Symphony No. 1 by Still

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Conductor in Mahler Symphony No. 3 by Mahler

Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in music from Black, Brown and Beige by Ellington

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Conductor in Pictures at an Exhibition by

Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Evening Serenade by

Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

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