Robert Franz, conductor
Timothy McAllister, saxophone
Whimsical Concerto of Fanciful Birds: Concerto for Saxophone, Orchestra, and Spatialized Saxophone Ensemble – Vincent Ho
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 – Sergei Rachmaninoff
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Maestro Robert Franz joins the SSO for a sensational night featuring Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances.
The concert marks the world premiere of a brand-new concerto by Vincent Ho. This SSO commission, years in the making, showcases world-renowned saxophonist Timothy McAllister centre stage.
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The Program
Rachmaninoff Dances
Robert Franz, conductor
Timothy McAllister, saxophone
Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra
Whimsical Concerto of Fanciful Birds: Concerto for Saxophone, Orchestra, and Spatialized Saxophone Ensemble
I. Enchanted Migrations
II. Angels and Mockingbirds
III. Urban Birds
Vincent Ho
The Spatialized Saxophone Ensemble includes Gerard Weber, Troy Linsley, Glen Gillis, Ricardo Martin, Sarah Suchan, & Nathan Degenhart.
~Intermission~
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45
I. Non Allegro
II. Andante con moto. Tempo di Valse
III. Lento assai – Allegro vivace
Sergei Rachmaninoff
The Artists
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This concert also includes:
Violin – Evan Barber, Monica Martin, Cherie Jarock, Sofia Mycyk
Flute – Jennifer McAllister
Oboe – Carl Hofmeister, Tyrell Hardlotte
Clarinet – Alyssa Thompson
Bassoon – Jonathan Tait
Saxophone – Gerard Weber, Troy Linsley, Glen Gillis, Ricardo Martin, Sarah Suchan, Nathan Degenhart
Horn – Stacey Mortenson-Spokes
Trumpet – Dean McNeill
Trombone – Spencer Krips, Tiess McKenzie
Percussion – Andra Wist, Will Martin
Harp – Keri Zwicker
Keyboard – Michelle Aalders
Special Thanks
Thanks to the Saskatoon Concert Band for the use of their crotales.
Program Notes
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