Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents a captivating performance featuring the exceptional Canadian violist, Sarah McElravy, under the baton of Music Director Anne Manson. This special concert marks the grand finale of the MCO 2024/25 season, taking place on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at the Crescent Arts Centre, 525 Wardlaw Avenue.

Sarah McElravy, celebrated for her consummate musicianship and divine sound, will lead the evening with a performance of Dmitri Shostakovich's Viola Sonata in C Major, Op. 147, arranged for solo viola and full strings by Vladimir Mendelssohn. This poignant piece, Shostakovich's last work, is known for its themes of struggle, redemption, and catharsis, making it a fitting and powerful end to the season. The program also features George Walker's Lyric for Strings and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Symphony No. 28 in C Major, K 200, showcasing the orchestra's versatility and depth.

The concert will be held twice on the same day, with performances at 1:00 pm and 7:30 pm, allowing audiences to choose the time that best suits their schedule. Each performance promises an hour of exquisite music, with no intermission, in a casual and inviting atmosphere. This event is perfect for both seasoned concertgoers and those new to classical music, with a program designed to captivate and inspire.

Tickets are priced at CA$37.00 and are available for adults, seniors, and under-30s. They can be purchased online starting July 7, 2023, or through the MCO's Ticketline at 204-783-7377. Don't miss this opportunity to witness Sarah McElravy's mastery of the viola, accompanied by the talented musicians of the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra, in a performance that promises to be a highlight of the musical season.

Sarah Mcelravy

Crescent Arts Centre

**Event: LAMENT by the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra**

**Date & Time:** 7:30 PM, Wednesday, September 25, 2024  
**Venue:** Desautels Concert Hall, 150 Dafoe Road, UM Campus  
**Tickets:** Casual tickets go on sale June 15, 2024. Early bird packages available now.  
**Contact:** MCO Ticketline at 204-783-7377  

Join the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra for an evening of profound musical expression with the concert "LAMENT" on September 25, 2024. Under the baton of Anne Manson, with the visionary Cree-Métis baritone Jonathan Adams, flutist and composer Jessica McMann, and video artist Tyson Houseman, this performance promises to be a stirring journey through baroque and contemporary lamentations.

**Featured Works:**  
- Jessica McMann's "Lament for Small Souls"  
- Jan Dismas Zelenka's "Lamentation 1 for Holy Wednesday"  
- Jessica McMann's "For Nikâwiy"  
- Jan Dismas Zelenka's "Lamentation 2 For Maundy Thursday"  
- Jessica McMann's "Pekiwewina" and "Mountain Prairie"  
- John Adams' "The Wound Dresser"  

**Special Note:** The concert will guide the audience through discoveries, disruptions, and landscapes, leaving an indelible mark on your soul. The program is subject to change.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the melding of baroque and urgent new musical lamentations in a performance that promises to be both visionary and transformative. Secure your tickets early to ensure your place at this remarkable event.

Lament Adams, Mcmann

Desautels Concert Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Crescent Arts Centre, located at 525 Wardlaw Avenue, Winnipeg. The concert, titled "TEMPEST," promises a captivating journey from the serene waters of Bach to the stormy intensity of Shostakovich and back, under the masterful leadership of MCO's concertmaster, Karl Stobbe, on violin, and the talented Andrew Armstrong on piano.

The evening's program includes a diverse selection of works that showcase the depth and versatility of classical music. The concert will open with Josef Suk's "Meditation on an Old Bohemian Chorale St. Wenceslas for Strings," followed by Dmitri Shostakovich's "Sonata for Violin and Piano." After an intermission, the audience will be treated to Johann Sebastian Bach's "Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050," and the "Chaconne from Partita No. 2 in D Min for Strings," offering a sublime conclusion to the night's performance.

The concert begins at 7:30 pm, offering an evening of exquisite music that bridges the gap between tranquility and tempestuousness. Casual tickets go on sale June 15, 2024, with early bird packages available now. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra in an intimate setting. For tickets and more information, visit the MCO website or call the Ticketline at 204-783-7377. Bundle up and save with our special ticket packages for a season of breathtaking performances.

Tempest Stobbe, Armstrong

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music as the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents "3/DIALOGUE" on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Crescent Arts Centre, located at 525 Wardlaw Avenue. The concert is set to begin at 7:30 pm.

This special performance will feature the extraordinary talents of pianists Simone Dinnerstein and Awadagin Pratt, under the baton of conductor Anne Manson. Audiences will be treated to a miraculous meeting of two piano giants, harmonizing and counterpointing through the intricate double piano concertos of Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The program includes Bach's Concerto for Two Pianos, No. 3, BWV 1062 in C minor, and Mozart's Two Piano Concerto No. 10, K. 365, with an interlude of John Adams' Shaker Loops.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the soul-stirring dialogue between these renowned musicians as they bring the masterpieces of Bach and Mozart to life. Casual tickets go on sale June 15, 2024, but you can secure your spot now by purchasing early bird packages. For tickets and more information, visit the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra's website or call the MCO Ticketline at 204-783-7377.

Bundle up and save for an evening that promises to be a highlight of the MCO 2024/25 season.

Manitoba Chamber Orchestra

May 29, 2024

Sarah Mcelravy

Sep 25, 2024

Lament Adams, Mcmann

Oct 23, 2024

Tempest Stobbe, Armstrong

Nov 14, 2024

Dialogue Dinnerstein, Pratt

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