Violinist

Perhaps the greatest 19th-century English work for orchestra, Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations presents fanciful musical portraits of the composer’s friends and family. YSO musicians Denise Dillenbeck and Jeffrey Snedeker are featured in the 1927 Concerto for Violin and Horn by English composer and women’s rights activist Ethel Smyth, and the program opens with the Caribbean-tinged Bamboula by Afro-British composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor.

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Classical II – Elgar’s Enigma

Capitol Theatre

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of British classical music with the York Symphony Orchestra's captivating concert, "Elgar’s Enigma: British Beauties." This special event is part of the 2023-24 Classical Series, promising an evening that celebrates the Romantic era's most notable British composers. Join us at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 7:30 PM EST for a two-hour journey through music that has shaped the classical landscape.

The concert will feature performances by Concertmaster Denise Dillenbeck and Principal Horn Cheryl Staherski, highlighting the groundbreaking work of Ethel Smyth with her enchanting Concerto for Violin & Horn. Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's "The Bamboula," inspired by the vibrant Caribbean dance of the same name, will bring a lively spirit to the evening. The program culminates with Edward Elgar's masterpiece, the Enigma Variations, a work renowned for its musical caricatures of Elgar's friends and its intriguing hidden mystery.

Under the baton of the esteemed Conductor Lawrence Golan, known for his dynamic presence and international acclaim, the York Symphony Orchestra will bring these compositions to life. Golan's expertise and passion for music promise an unforgettable performance. The concert also shines a spotlight on the talents of Cheryl Staherski, a dedicated educator and horn virtuoso, and Denise Dillenbeck, a violinist celebrated for her imaginative and insightful performances.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and intrigue of British classical music. Join us for "Elgar’s Enigma: British Beauties" and be part of a night that celebrates the legacy and innovation of Britain's musical geniuses.

Denise Dillenbeck

Violinist

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Nov 11, 2023

Classical II – Elgar’s Enigma · Yakima Symphony Orchestra

Nov 4, 2023

Elgar’s Enigma: British Beauties · York Symphony Orchestra

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