Régulo Stabilito

Oak Ridge Civic Music Association

Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra

Join the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association (ORCMA) for a profound musical journey with "A Musical Exploration of Cultures," a concert that delves into the rich tapestry of American Black Music, Indigenous Heritage, hate crimes, and Latino immigration. This captivating event took place on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 3:00 PM at the Pollard Auditorium, located at 210 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN.

Under the baton of Music Director & Conductor Régulo Stabilito, the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra Sinfonietta, comprised of the orchestra’s principal musicians, presented a program inspired by the 2023 Roots of America Lecture Series. The concert featured a selection of works by composers who have significantly contributed to the dialogue on cultural identity and historical experiences through music. The program included:

- "Divertimento for 11 Instruments" by the renowned Venezuelan composer Gonzalo Castellanos-Yumar.
- "Elegy: a cry from the grave" by GRAMMY-nominated African American composer Carlos Simon.
- "Sinfonietta" by Szymon Laks, a Holocaust survivor and the head of the prisoner's orchestra at Birkenau-Auschwitz.
- "Appalachian Spring Suite for 13 Instruments" by iconic American composer Aaron Copland.
- "Incident at Wounded Knee" by Louis Ballard, known as the father of Native American composition.

This event not only offered an opportunity to experience a diverse range of musical expressions but also served as a reflection on significant cultural and historical themes. Attendees were invited to a post-concert dinner in the Lobby, celebrating Maestro Stabilito's opening concert and fostering community among music lovers and supporters of the arts.

For those who missed the live performance, ORCMA provided an opportunity to join and access the concert video, allowing a wider audience to experience this unique musical exploration.