Whitworth Symphony Orchestra, “Portrait of Portugal”
April 30
The final concert this season by the Whitworth Symphony Orchestra will explore overlooked corners of the symphonic repertoire. The performance will open with the Overture to Taras Bulba by Ukrainian composer, Mykola Lysenko. Rienholt Glière’s Symphony No. 1 in E-flat was written when he was only 25 and reveals the melodic and orchestration gifts which made him famous. The final piece on the program is Symphony No. 3 by Portuguese composer, Joly Braga Santos. Santos studied with Hermann Scherchen and was championed by conductor Pedro de Freitas Branco, who premiered most of Santos’ works with the Portuguese Radio Symphony. The works bright colors, imaginative orchestration and soaring melodies will leave audiences enthralled.
DOORS: 2pm | SHOW: 3pm
Health & Safety
As of today’s date, due to state mandate, the following safety protocols will be observed:
Proof of Vaccination or Proof of Negative Covid Test (within 72 hours): Not Required
Face Mask: Not Required
Policies are subject to change
Bag Policy
All bags (with the exception of clutches 6 1/2 by 4 1/2 inches) are subject to visual inspection by venue security.
Large bags are not allowed in The Fox, and must be checked in our Coat Check (located in the North Gallery) for the duration of the event.
Programs are subject to change
