September 27, 2004

Symphony Orchestra Concert to Feature Beethoven and Poulenc

Grand Junction, CO - Music at Mesa will present the Symphony Orchestra Concert on October 11 at 7:30 pm in the Robinson Theatre of the Moss Performing Arts Center.

Under the direction of Carlos Elías, the Symphony Orchestra will perform Beethoven's Symphony No. 1 and Poulenc's Two-Piano Concerto in d minor. Symphony No. 1 is one of Beethoven's early symphonies. Although written in the classical style, its uncharacteristic and surprising vigor is indicative of the movement toward the romantic style of music - a transition with which Beethoven is largely credited.

Featuring peformances by music faculty members Andrea Arese-Elías and Michael Baron, Poulenc's Two-Piano Concerto has been described as a "twentieth-century landmark." It is a challenging, but light-hearted French piece from the 1920's that is full of bright colors, clear rhythms and gorgeous, bubbly harmonies.

Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and $3 for students and are available in advance or at the door. Season tickets are also available. The box office opens 45 minutes before each performance and all seating is general admission. For more information, call 970. 248.1822.

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