A decade ago, Michael Francis conducted Aaron Copland’s grand Third Symphony for a momentous occasion – his first opening night as Music Director of The Florida Orchestra. For “The Great American Symphony,” Copland sought a big finish, and he found it in his own Fanfare for the Common Man. That fanfare is the inspiration for the opening work on this program, Joan Tower's Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman, which she dedicates to “women who take risks and who are adventurous.” Gershwin’s Piano Concerto will be in the hands of guest soloist Tzimon Barto, a bodybuilder, novelist, poet and philosopher from Eustis, FL.

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Copland's Symphony No. 3

Straz Center for the Performing Arts

We’re full of surprises. Every Masterworks concert has a surprise inside – a short mystery piece that connects to the program in an unexpected way. Each one is Michael Francis’ little secret.

Tzimon Barto

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May 9, 2025

Copland's Symphony No. 3 · Straz Center for the Performing Arts

9 - 10 May, 2025

Copland’s Symphony No. 3 · Florida Orchestra

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