ASO Presents Spring with Bernstein & Rachmaninoff

Experience an unforgettable evening of musical mastery with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and a program that fuses lesser-known gems with classical treasures. Delve into the depths of emotion with Barber’s evocative “Second Essay for Orchestra,” where lush melodies intertwine with poignant harmonies, painting a vivid sonic landscape. Then, be swept away by Bernstein’s powerful Missa Brevis paired with the exuberant Chichester Psalms, both showcase Bernstein’s characteristic exploration of spirituality, transporting listeners to realms both celestial and earthly.

Joining the ASO is guest soloist and countertenor Daniel Moody. Lauded for his “profoundly startling vocal resonance” (The New York Times) and “sweet and melancholy sound” (The Washington Post), Daniel Moody is celebrated for his interpretations of contemporary and baroque opera and as a soloist with orchestra. Moody is also a graduate of the Peabody Conservatory and has won several awards in the Metropolitan National Council Auditions, George London Competition, Handel Aria Competition, New York Oratorio Society Competition, and Russell Wonderlic Competition.

Free benefit with every ticket:

Conductor’s Comments with Maestro Carlos Izcaray!

Conductor’s Comments is a unique opportunity to hear Carlos Izcaray provide insights to better understand and appreciate the selections you will hear and learn about the journey of the Symphony and artists working to make the performance come together. Join us at 6:15pm before the concert in the Reynolds-Kirschbaum Recital Hall (upper level, next to main doors) of the Alys Stephens Center.

Artists

Carlos Izcaray, Conductor

Daniel Moody, Countertenor

ASO Chorus, directed by Philip L. Copeland, DMA

Druid City Chorus, directed by Morgan Luttig, Ph.D.

Program to Include

BARBER Second Essay for Orchestra

BERNSTEIN Missa Brevis

BERNSTEIN Chichester Psalms

RACHMANINOFF Symphonic Dances