Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7: Masterworks

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7: Masterworks

Ferde Grofe: Mississippi Suite
Thierry Caens: Tribones Concerto for Three Trombones
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7

Richard Wagner called Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 the “apotheosis of the dance.” The dynamic work pulses with rhythm, passion and unrelenting energy – from the bold and exuberant opening to the beautiful Allegretto, one of the most beloved movements in classical music. TFO is proud perform the exciting U.S. premiere of Thierry Caens’ Tribones, a concerto for three trombones that TFO co-commissioned with the French Orchestre national du Capitole de Toulouse, where the piece had its world premiere in March. It features TFO Principal Trombone Joel Vaisse, a native of France and former principal trombone of the Orchestre du Capitole; Associate Principal Trombone Ross Holcombe; and guest trombonist Amanda Stewart, Associate Principal of the St. Louis Symphony. The concert begins with a ride on a musical riverboat from Minnesota to New Orleans in Grofe’s picturesque Mississippi Suite, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

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

Classical Kids & Teens: Kids and teens ages 5-18 get in free to all Masterworks concerts with Classical Kids tickets, thanks in part to the generous support of an anonymous donor. At least one paying adult purchase is required per order, and other restrictions apply. These tickets are available in advance only through The Florida Orchestra Ticket Center. For more information and tickets, call 727.892.3337.

Ferde Grofé
(1892 – 1972)
Mississippi Suite
I. Father of Waters
II. Huckleberry Finn
III. Old Creole Days
IV. Mardi

Thierry Caens
(b. 1958)
Tribones for Three Trombones & Orchestra
I. Prelude
II. Romance
III. Jota
IV. Finale

Intermission

Ludwig van Beethoven
(1770 – 1827)
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92
I. Poco sostenuto – Vivace
II. Allegretto
III. Presto
IV. Allegro con brio

Program Notes

Author Kurt Loft, freelance writer and former music critic for The Tampa Tribune, provides detailed and informative program notes about the pieces on this program. Click here to read online.

Printable Program

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Audio Program Notes

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Artists

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The Florida Orchestra extends gratitude to TFO Board Chair Linda Cassaly
for her generous patronage and concert sponsorship

Thank you to The Ferde Grofe Music Foundation
Music Sponsor of Mississippi Suite

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