Andrew Parker

Mark Russell Smith

Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of winter with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's Masterworks III: Winter Wonders concert. This captivating event is set to take place on December 3, 2023, at 2:00 pm CST, at the prestigious Bartlett Performing Arts Center, located at 3600 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, IL.

Under the baton of Mark Russell Smith, with the talented Andrew Parker on oboe, the concert promises an afternoon of musical exploration through the themes of winter's beauty and its contrasting emotions. The program features a diverse selection of works, starting with George Frideric Handel’s Alexander’s Feast Suite, a piece that promises to take the audience through a range of emotions from fiery revenge to transcendent joy. Following this, experience the tragic love story depicted in Jerod Impichch a achaaha’ Tate’s The Indian Spirit at Mesa Falls from Winter Moons, a piece that brings the folklore of two lovers to life. John Harbison’s Snow Country will then reveal the hidden colors of winter through its beautiful melodies, featuring a solo performance by QCSO Principal Oboe, Andrew Parker. The concert will conclude with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 39, a work that combines stately elegance with the warmth and energy needed to dispel the winter chill.

Tickets for this mesmerizing event start at $12 for adults and $7 for students/children, making it an accessible cultural experience for all. Attendees are also invited to enrich their concert experience through various sponsored activities. Join QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith for "Inside the Music" on the Thursday evening preceding the concert for an in-depth exploration of the Masterworks programs, enjoy pre-concert "Concert Conversations" to learn more about the works being performed, and don't miss the "Afterglow" where you can mingle with Maestro Smith, guest artists, and members of the QCSO at the Hotel Blackhawk.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the wonders of winter through music. Secure your tickets now and be part of a memorable afternoon with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra.