Conductor

Join us for a mesmerizing evening as the Holland Symphony Orchestra presents "An American in Paris" on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. This captivating concert will take place at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, Hope College, under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Johannes Müller Stosch, featuring the talented Huw Lewis on the organ.

The evening's program promises a journey through musical landscapes with the US Premiere of Joseph Marx's "Idylle," followed by Samuel Barber's "Toccata Festiva for Organ and Orchestra, Op. 36," with Huw Lewis as the organ soloist. The program will also include Florence Price's "Dances in the Canebrakes," capturing the essence of Nimble Feet, Tropical Noon, and Silk Hat and Walking Cane, culminating in the iconic "An American in Paris" by George Gershwin.

Tickets are priced at $29 for adults and $10 for students through college, making it accessible for all to enjoy this unforgettable experience. 

In addition to the concert, attendees are invited to enrich their experience through our Classical Chats at Freedom Village and Pre-Concert Talks. These sessions, led by Johannes Müller-Stosch and Amanda Dykhouse, offer insightful discussions on the music and composers featured in the concert. Classical Chats will be held at 3:00 pm on the Thursday before the concert at Freedom Village, 6th Floor Auditorium, 145 Columbia Ave. Pre-Concert Talks are available online under the Pre-Concert Talk Tab.

The concert is dedicated in memory of Floyd Farmer, celebrating his life and contributions. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music and the vibrant energy of "An American in Paris."

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Holland Symphony Orchestra's website or contact them at 616-796-6780. Parking is available at the Miller Center, with Lot 40 reserved for handicapped parking and faculty parking lots available after 5 pm. Join us for an evening of exquisite music and community spirit at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, 221 Columbia Ave., Holland, MI 49423.

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An American in Paris

Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts

Immerse yourself in the enchanting "Sounds of the Sea" concert presented by the Holland Symphony Orchestra, set to take place on November 2, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. This captivating musical journey will unfold at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, Hope College, under the baton of esteemed Music Director and Conductor, Johannes Müller Stosch.

The evening's program promises to transport audiences with a selection of works inspired by the sea's myriad moods and stories. The concert will open with "Angels of Fire and Ice" by Ana Lara, followed by Francis Poulenc's "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," a piece that weaves together playful allegrettos and serene andantes. Anne Clyne's "Restless Oceans" will then set the stage for Claude Debussy's masterpiece, "La Mer," a three-movement homage to the sea's beauty and power, from the calm of dawn to the tumult of the waves.

Tickets are priced at $28 for adults and $5 for students through college, making this event accessible to all who wish to experience the magic of classical music. In addition to the concert, attendees are invited to enhance their experience through the Classical Chats at Freedom Village and Pre-Concert Talks, where Johannes Müller-Stosch, alongside Amanda Dykhouse, will delve into the evening's music, offering insights and enriching the concert-going experience.

The event will take place at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College, located at 221 Columbia Ave., Holland, MI 49423. For those attending, parking will be reserved and monitored in Lot 40 for handicapped parking, with faculty parking lots available for general parking after 5 pm.

Don't miss this opportunity to be swept away by the "Sounds of the Sea" – a night of music that promises to be as profound as the ocean itself.

Sounds of the Sea

Johannes Müller Stosch, Music Director and Conductor

Home for the Holidays

Hope College

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Scottish music with the Holland Symphony Orchestra's captivating concert, "Scottish Influence." This enchanting evening of music is scheduled for March 22, 2025, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the prestigious Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College. Under the baton of esteemed Music Director and Conductor Johannes Müller Stosch, the orchestra will transport audiences to the rugged landscapes of Scotland through a selection of pieces that embody the country's spirit and heritage.

The program features the stirring "Hebrides Overture, Op. 26, Fingal’s Cave" by Felix Mendelssohn, a piece inspired by the composer's visit to the Scottish isle of Staffa. The evening will also showcase the virtuosic "Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 28" by Camille Saint-Saëns, with Letitia Jap on violin, bringing a touch of French elegance to the Scottish theme. Florence Price's "Andante moderato from String Quartet in G major" will offer a glimpse into the American composer's unique voice, while Mendelssohn's "Symphony No.3 in A major, op.56 Scottish" will serve as the grand finale, encapsulating the essence of Scotland's picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture.

Tickets are priced at $28 for adults and $5 for students through college, making this event accessible to all who wish to experience the beauty of classical music. In addition to the concert, attendees are invited to deepen their understanding of the music through the Classical Chats series at Freedom Village and Pre-Concert Talks online, led by Johannes Müller-Stosch and Amanda Dykhouse. These informative sessions provide fascinating insights into the works being performed and the creative minds behind them.

The concert will take place at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College, located at 221 Columbia Ave., Holland, MI 49423. For those attending, Holland Symphony Orchestra will reserve and monitor Lot 40 for handicapped parking, with faculty parking lots available for parking after 5 pm.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the enduring influence of Scottish music with the Holland Symphony Orchestra. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit hsohollandsymphony.org.

Scottish Influence

Immerse yourself in an evening of lush melodies and passionate compositions with "Romantic Rachmaninoff," presented by the Holland Symphony Orchestra. This captivating concert is scheduled for April 26, 2025, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the prestigious Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, Hope College. Under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Johannes Müller Stosch, the orchestra will bring to life the soul-stirring works of Sergei Rachmaninoff and Max Bruch.

The program features Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27, a masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of Romanticism with its sweeping melodies and emotional depth. The evening will also spotlight the talented Cameron Renshaw on cello, performing Kol Nidre by Max Bruch, a piece renowned for its profound beauty and melodic richness.

In addition to the mesmerizing musical performances, attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their concert experience through Pre-Concert Talks and Classical Chats at Freedom Village. These engaging discussions, led by Johannes Müller-Stosch and Amanda Dykhouse, offer fascinating insights into the evening's program and composers, enhancing your appreciation of the music.

Tickets are priced at $28 for adults and $5 for students through college, making this event accessible to all who wish to indulge in an evening of exquisite classical music. The concert is generously sponsored by George and Sibilla Boerigter, whose support helps bring this incredible music to the Holland community.

Mark your calendars for April 26, 2025, and join us at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts for "Romantic Rachmaninoff." It promises to be an unforgettable night of music that speaks directly to the heart.

Johannes Müller Stosch

Conductor

Events

Sep 14, 2024

An American in Paris · Holland Symphony Orchestra

Nov 2, 2024

Sounds of the Sea · Holland Symphony Orchestra

Dec 14, 2024

Home for the Holidays · Holland Symphony Orchestra

Mar 22, 2025

Scottish Influence · Holland Symphony Orchestra

Apr 26, 2025

Romantic Rachmaninoff · Holland Symphony Orchestra

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Conductor in An American in Paris by Gershwin

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso by Saint-Saëns

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Dances in the Canebrakes by Price

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Toccata Festiva for Organ and Orchestra by Barber

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Symphony No. 3 (Scottish) by Mendelssohn

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Kol Nidrei by Bruch

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Andante moderato for string orchestra by Price

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Symphony No. 2 by Rachmaninoff

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in La mer by Debussy

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Hebrides by Mendelssohn

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Idylle by Marx

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Angels of Fire and Ice by Lara

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Piano Concerto by Poulenc

Holland Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Restless Oceans by Clyne

Holland Symphony Orchestra

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