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Immerse yourself in an evening of exquisite music as the York Symphony Orchestra presents "French Connections with Branford Marsalis" as part of their 2024-25 Classical Series, "John Williams Forever." This captivating concert is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 7:30 PM EST, promising a two-hour journey through French-inspired compositions at the prestigious Appell Center for the Performing Arts.

The program features a rich tapestry of works that showcase the influence of French music, highlighted by the talents of acclaimed alto saxophonist Branford Marsalis. Audiences will be treated to Darius Milhaud’s "Scaramouche," a piece that echoes the cheerful melodies of Harlem jazz, and John Williams’s "Escapades for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra," a work that exudes progressive jazz vibes. The concert will also mark the East Coast premiere of Lawrence Golan’s "Giovanna d’Arco," a composition inspired by Maestro Golan’s daughter and dedicated to the legendary figure Joan of Arc. The evening will conclude with Hector Berlioz’s dramatic "Symphonie fantastique," taking listeners on a fantastical journey through the dreams and demise of its hero.

Conductor Lawrence Golan, known for his demand across the United States and internationally, will lead the orchestra. The concert will also feature performances by Ji Su Jung, a celebrated vibraphonist and the first solo percussionist to receive the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, and Branford Marsalis, a saxophonist whose collaborations with classical ensembles have garnered widespread acclaim.

Before the concert, attendees are invited to a Pre-Concert Talk from 6:30-7:00 PM at the front of the Appell Center’s Strand Theatre stage. Admission is free for all ticket holders, offering an enlightening journey into the evening's program with Assistant Conductor Rebekah O’Brien.

Tickets for this unforgettable evening are available now, with options for subscriptions and Pick 5 packages that include both seats and digital access, ensuring that everyone can experience the magic of this performance, whether in person at the theater or online. For more information or to subscribe, please visit the Appell Center Box Office or call 717-846-1111.

Join us for a night of French connections and musical brilliance with Branford Marsalis and the York Symphony Orchestra, a highlight of the 2024-25 season that promises to be a memorable experience for all.

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Apr 12, 2025

French Connections with Branford Marsalis · York Symphony Orchestra

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