Name: Season 96 Opening Night: Romantic Classics
Start: 2024-10-05T19:30:00
Location: Mishler Theatre

Altoona Symphony Orchestra

Celebrate spring with a rich musical journey in this concert, where every piece is a destination in itself. Principal Trumpet George Carpten will bring the brilliance of Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto to life, evoking the excitement of innovation and discovery. The serene intimacy of Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll, a peaceful pause along the way, will lead to the spirited energy of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 “Italian,” inspired by his own travels. ASO Member Brent Register’s Alegria, an ASO World Premiere, combines the unique sounds of the bass clarinet with the English horn, and explores how the experience of new places sparks profound musical expression. Travel not only across borders, but deep into the soul of sound with the Altoona Symphony Orchestra.

Passport of Sound

Mishler Theatre

Embark on a sonic voyage through the cosmos in this extraordinary concert, where the music of the stars meets the stunning imagery captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. Join us for an evening of wonder, beginning with Short Ride in a Fast Machine by John Adams—a thrilling, high-energy work that mirrors the excitement of space exploration with its rapid rhythms and driving momentum. Experience stunning visuals alongside “The Planets,” Gustav Holst’s beloved orchestral suite, as the James Webb Space Telescope's awe-inspiring photographs of distant galaxies and celestial phenomena are projected alongside the music. From the cosmic storms of Mars to the serene beauty of Venus, Holst’s masterpiece invites you to explore the vastness of space through music.

Cosmic Voyage

Your ASO celebrates opening night of Season 96 with a pair of romantic masterpieces! Brahms Symphony No. 1 is compelling, dramatic, and ultimately triumphant with its profound emotional depth, reflective of the composer’s mastery of symphonic form.