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Fox Valley Philharmonic Orchestra in Concert with "A Birthday Bash for Verdi, Wagner & Britten"

 



On October 20th, at 3:00 p.m., Music
Director, Maryann Flock, and the Fox Valley Philharmonic Orchestra will present
a FREE classical concert at St. Mark’s Church in Aurora featuring the enduring musical
works of Verdi, Wagner, and Britten. The years 1813 & 1913 gave us these
great composers. The concert celebrates the 200th anniversary birthdates
of Giuseppe Verdi (1813), Richard Wagner (1813), and the 100th anniversary
of Benjamin Britten (1913). Under the baton of Maestro Flock, the Philharmonic
Orchestra will deliver the rousing overtures of Nabucco by Verdi and the Flying
Dutchman
by Wagner. In addition, the Philharmonic will present works by two
British composers.  Benjamin Britten’s Soirée Musicales, based on musical themes by Rossini, invites the audience to
toe-tap to its brilliant rhythms. Ralph Vaughn Williams’ sweet-sounding English Folk Song Suite delights
audiences in traditional folk song fashion. In an opportunity to celebrate
these composers from a unique historical perspective, join the Philharmonic in
the warmth and energy of the composers’ long-lasting inspirational music. During
the intermission, young musicians from the Fox Valley Academy Orchestras will perform.



 

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While admission
to the concert is free, donations are accepted. The concert will be held in central
Aurora, at St. Mark’s Church, 27 South Edgelawn Drive, Aurora 60506, off Galena
Blvd. between Randall and Orchard Roads, with plenty of parking available.



 

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For
information on the concert and future events, visit the Fox Valley Philharmonic
and Academy website at www.FVAcademy.org or call 630-476-9072.
This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council
Agency.







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