Overview
An unmissable season opener with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, which pairs iconic and contemporary classical music with film. The women of Newark Voices return by popular demand.
XIAN ZHANG conductor
Women of Newark Voices | Heather J. Buchanan, conductor
ELGAR Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1
At the dawn of the 20th century, Edward Elgar summed up the pride and power of the English with this march. Consequently, its later use as a graduation theme made him a household name far beyond Britain.
SARAH KIRKLAND SNIDER Hiraeth (with film by Mark DeChiazza) (NJSO Premiere)
The New Jersey-based composer was inspired by the Welsh word for nostalgia for this innovative work. A touching display of music alongside an equally moving film.
HOLST The Planets—An HD Odyssey (with film)
The myths and astrological meanings of our heavenly neighbors moved Gustav Holst to create his masterpiece. The work gathers a new depth accompanied by jaw-dropping NASA visuals.