Press Release: Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra To Present Virtual Concert May 20
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO), led by Music Director Ryan Murray, will stream their virtual Season Finale Concert on Thursday, May 20 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony YouTube channel. The virtual concert will feature both MSYO orchestras performing pieces by Bizet, Grieg, Puccini, and Rossini. The program will also feature two student soloists.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Contact:
Caroline Nickel
cnickel@modestosymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / April 29, 2021
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Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra To Present Virtual Season Finale Concert May 20
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO), led by Music Director Ryan Murray, will stream their virtual Season Finale Concert on Thursday, May 20 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony YouTube channel. The virtual concert will feature both MSYO orchestras performing pieces by Bizet, Grieg, Puccini, and Rossini. The program will also feature two student soloists.
This virtual concert will be the MSYO’s final of a three-concert season. The concert will stream live on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel. Recordings of this concert and other past MSO events will be available to watch at ModestoSymphony.org. All MSYO virtual concerts are free of charge to help bring music to the community.
“We are so proud of our MSYO students and all they’ve accomplished this season,” said Caroline Nickel, President and CEO of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. “The MSYO students and staff worked very hard to continue to learn and make music together during this challenging year. I think everyone will be rather impressed when listening to their performance. We were also excited to bring them together for an outdoor rehearsal recently and give the students the opportunity to perform together in-person at least once this season. I think we are all looking forward to when we can be fully back in-person but still marvel at their growth and accomplishments through virtual rehearsals.”
The MSYO program provides a full orchestral experience for young musicians from around the region and is made up of two full orchestras (strings, winds, and percussion). The MSYO Concert Orchestra (Grades 5-9) is conducted by Don Grishaw and the MSYO Symphony Orchestra (Grades 9-12) is conducted by Ryan Murray. Both ensembles typically perform a three-concert series at the Gallo Center for the Arts. This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MSYO currently meet and rehearse weekly via Zoom and each musician recorded their individual part at home to produce this concert. More information about the MSYO can be found at ModestoSymphony.org/About-MSYO.
MODESTO SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA, Virtual Season Finale Concert
Wednesday, May 20, 2021 at 7:00 pm
on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Ryan Murray,
MSYO Music Director and conductor
Don Grishaw, conductor
PROGRAM
MSYO Concert Orchestra
Georges Bizet, arr. Merle J. Isaac: “Farandole” from L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2
Edvard Grieg, arr. Merle J. Isaac: Norwegian DancesNos. 2 & 3
MSYO Symphony Orchestra
Giacomo Puccini: “Intermezzo” from Manon Lescaut
Edvard Grieg: “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from Peer Gynt Suite
Gioachino Rossini: Overture to The Barber of Seville
Full concert details are available on the MSO website
Artist Biographies
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The Modesto Symphony Orchestra is a resident company of the Gallo Center for the Arts
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra’s 90th season is generously supported by
E. & J. Gallo Winery
John & June Rogers
Porges Family Foundation
Boyett Petroleum
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Atticus, LLP
Press Release: Modesto Symphony Orchestra To Present Virtual Chamber Music Concert April 15
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present Chamber Music at Home with the MSO on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 7:00pm. This virtual concert will be hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray and will feature performances by the MSO Chamber String Ensemble, principal flute Johanna Borenstein, and principal bassoon David Granger. The program will include pieces by J.S. Bach, Florence Price, Gustav Holst, and a segment honoring the MSO’s 90th Anniversary.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Contact:
Caroline Nickel
cnickel@modestosymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / March 16, 2021
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Modesto Symphony Orchestra To Present Virtual Chamber Music Concert April 15
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present Chamber Music at Home with the MSO on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 7:00pm. This virtual concert will be hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray and will feature performances by the MSO Chamber String Ensemble, principal flute Johanna Borenstein, and principal bassoon David Granger. The program will include pieces by J.S. Bach, Florence Price, Gustav Holst, and a segment honoring the MSO’s 90th Anniversary.
“It’s hard to believe it has been just over one year since we were last performing on stage,” said Caroline Nickel, President and CEO of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. “Under normal circumstances, we would be celebrating the 90th Anniversary of our first concert which took place on April 17, 1931. We truly cannot wait to return to stage and look forward to when we can once again experience the joy of live music together. In the meantime, we hope our April virtual concert will help to uplift spirits, celebrate our history, and connect people as we look forward to brighter days ahead.”
This virtual concert will be the MSO’s seventh livestreamed concert this season and will be streamed on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel. Recordings of this concert and other past MSO events will be available to watch at ModestoSymphony.org. All MSO virtual concerts are free of charge to help bring music to the community.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Chamber Music at Home with the MSO
Thursday, April 15 at 7:00 pm
on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Ryan Murray, host
MSO Chamber String Ensemble
Johanna Borenstein, principal flute
David Granger, principal bassoon
PROGRAM
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Divertimento in F Major, K. 138 in F major, I. Allegro
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: Flute Sonata in A Minor, H.562, I. Poco adagio
Johann Sebastian Bach: Cello Suite No. 2, BWV 1008, I. Prélude
Florence Price arr. Elaine Fine: Adoration
Niccolò Paganini: Caprice No. 13 in Bb Major “Devil’s Laughter”
Wilson Osborne: Rhapsody for Bassoon
Gustav Holst: St. Paul’s Suite, Op. 29 No. 2, IV. Finale (“The Dargason”)
This concert is dedicated to the memory of Anthony “Tony” Collins, MSO second trombone.
Streaming for free on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Full concert details are available on the MSO website
This virtual performance is free to all and supported in part by Judy and Mike Herrero.
Artist Biographies
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The Modesto Symphony Orchestra is a resident company of the Gallo Center for the Arts
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra’s 90th season is generously supported by
E. & J. Gallo Winery
John & June Rogers
Porges Family Foundation
Boyett Petroleum
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Atticus, LLP
Press Release: Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra To Present Virtual Concert March 18
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO), led by Music Director Ryan Murray, will stream their virtual Spring Concert on Thursday, March 18 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony YouTube channel. The virtual concert will feature both MSYO orchestras performing movements from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 and Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony as well as three MSYO student soloists.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Contact:
Caroline Nickel
cnickel@modestosymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / October 28, 2020
Screenshot of MSYO Virtual Fall Concert from November 2020. Click to download high-resolution photos
Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra To Present Virtual Concert March 18
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra (MSYO), led by Music Director Ryan Murray, will stream their virtual Spring Concert on Thursday, March 18 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony YouTube channel. The virtual concert will feature both MSYO orchestras performing movements from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 and Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony as well as three MSYO student soloists.
“I am so impressed with our students and their commitment to great music,” said MSYO Music Director Ryan Murray. “After the success of our first virtual MSYO concert, we have had a great time working on the new music for our upcoming concert. We are performing some very challenging music, and our students continue to rise to the challenge. It has been great to hear the musical improvement from each student and we are going to have an amazing concert!”
This virtual concert will be the MSYO’s second of a three-concert season. The concert will stream live on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel. Recordings of this concert and other past MSO events will be available to watch at ModestoSymphony.org. All MSYO virtual concerts are free of charge to help bring music to the community.
“Our MSYO students have really shown their passion and dedication for music despite all of the changes this year,” said Caroline Nickel, President and CEO of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. “We’re so proud of what the students have achieved through virtual rehearsals and we’re happy we can continue to create a space where they can connect and learn with other young musicians from around the region.”
The MSYO program provides a full orchestral experience for young musicians from around the region and is made up of two full orchestras (strings, winds, and percussion). The MSYO Concert Orchestra (Grades 5-9) is conducted by Don Grishaw and the MSYO Symphony Orchestra (Grades 9-12) is conducted by Ryan Murray. Both ensembles typically perform a three-concert series at the Gallo Center for the Arts. This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MSYO currently meet and rehearse weekly via Zoom and each musician recorded their individual part at home to produce this concert. More information about the MSYO can be found at ModestoSymphony.org/About-MSYO.
MODESTO SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA, Virtual Spring Concert
Wednesday, March 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm
on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Ryan Murray,
MSYO Music Director and conductor
Don Grishaw, conductor
PROGRAM
MSYO Concert Orchestra
Rimsky-Korsakov, arr. Sandra Dackow:
Dance of the Tumblers from “Snow Maiden”Beethoven, arranged by Charles Woodhouse:
“Finale” from 5th Symphony
MSYO Symphony Orchestra
Mascagni:
“Intermezzo” from Cavalleria rusticanaDvořák:
Symphony No. 9, op. 95 (“New World”), IV. Allegro con fuoco
Student soloists performing:
Bériot:
Concerto No. 9 in A Minor, Op. 104, I. Allegro maestosoMarcello:
Sonata No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 1 No. 2, I. Adagio & II. AllegroTelemann:
Ouverture Suite in A Minor, TWV 55:a2, V. Réjouissance
Full concert details are available on the MSO website
This series is free to all and supported in part by Ceres Pipe & Metal, by Doug & Susan Highiet, and Freda & Rod Motto.
Artist Biographies
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The Modesto Symphony Orchestra is a resident company of the Gallo Center for the Arts
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra’s 90th season is generously supported by
E. & J. Gallo Winery
John & June Rogers
Porges Family Foundation
Boyett Petroleum
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Atticus, LLP
Press Release: Modesto Symphony Orchestra To Present Pianist Stephen Hough Virtual Recital January 14
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present a virtual recital featuring renowned pianist Stephen Hough and hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray on Thursday, January 14 at 7:00 pm. The virtual performance will feature a variety of works by Bach, Schumann, and Liszt
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Contact:
Caroline Nickel
cnickel@modestosymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / JANUARY 5, 2021
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Modesto Symphony Orchestra To Present Pianist Stephen Hough Virtual Recital January 14
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present a virtual recital featuring renowned pianist Stephen Hough and hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray on Thursday, January 14 at 7:00 pm. The virtual performance will feature a variety of works by Bach, Schumann, and Liszt.
“We were lucky to have Stephen Hough perform with us last February before the start of the pandemic. He performed Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with a special encore each night and just dazzled the audience—some of our patrons even came back for his second performance,” said Caroline Nickel, President and CEO of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. “Stephen is such a talented pianist, and we were thrilled to hear he had a recital that we could share with our community.”
This will be the MSO’s sixth free virtual event in its MSO at Home series. This recital will be shown live on the MSO’s YouTube channel. Recordings of this recital and other past MSO events will be available to watch at ModestoSymphony.org. All MSO virtual concerts are free of charge to help bring music to the community.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Stephen Hough in Recital
Wednesday, January 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Stephen Hough, piano
Ryan Murray, host
PROGRAM
Bach, arr. Busoni: Violin Partita No. 2, BWV 1004, V. Chaconne
Schumann: Fantasie, Op. 17
Liszt: Harmonies poétiques et religieuses, S. 173, VII. Funérailles
Liszt: Mephisto Waltz No. 1, S. 514
Streaming for free on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
A recording of the virtual recital will be available from the same link following the performance until February 1, 2021.
This virtual performance is free to all and supported in part by Tom & Grace Van Groningen.
Artist Biographies
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The Modesto Symphony Orchestra is a resident company of the Gallo Center for the Arts
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra’s 90th season is generously supported by
E. & J. Gallo Winery
John & June Rogers
Porges Family Foundation
Boyett Petroleum
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Atticus, LLP
Press Release: Modesto Symphony Orchestra to Present Virtual Holiday Concert December 16
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present Holidays at Home with the MSO on Wednesday, December 16 at 7:00pm. This virtual holiday concert will be hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray and will feature performances by the MSO Brass Quintet, the MSO Chorus, and a special performance by the Central West Ballet. The program will include Sleigh Ride, Chanukkah Latkes, The First Noel, and other holiday favorites.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Contact:
Caroline Nickel
cnickel@modestosymphony.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / December 2, 2020
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Modesto Symphony Orchestra to Present Virtual Holiday Concert December 16
Featuring the MSO Brass Quintet, Chorus, and Community Special Guests
MODESTO, CA - The Modesto Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present Holidays at Home with the MSO on Wednesday, December 16 at 7:00pm. This virtual holiday concert will be hosted by Associate Conductor Ryan Murray and will feature performances by the MSO Brass Quintet, the MSO Chorus, and a special performance by the Central West Ballet. The program will include Sleigh Ride, Chanukkah Latkes, The First Noel, and other holiday favorites.
This virtual concert will be the MSO’s fifth livestreamed concert this season and will be streamed on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel. Recordings of this concert and other past MSO events will be available to watch at ModestoSymphony.org. All MSO virtual concerts are free of charge to help bring music to the community.
“We wanted to create a concert that would remind everyone of our traditional Holiday Pops and Holiday Candlelight Concert to bring some cheer to everyone during this unique holiday season,” said Caroline Nickel, President and CEO of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. “I think we’ve put together a really fun and festive virtual holiday concert and, with support from Morgan Stanley, we’re excited to be able to keep this concert free to all for everyone to enjoy.”
MODESTO SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA, Holidays at Home with the MSO
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 7:00 pm on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Ryan Murray, host
PROGRAM
MSO Brass Quintet
Chanukkah Latkes by Traditional, arr. Forrest Byram
Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson, arr. Keith Snell
Canzona per Sonare No. 2 by Giovanni Gabrieli, arr. Robert King
MSO Chorus
Daniel R. Afonso Jr., chorus director
The First Noel by John Stainer
Joy to the World by Lowell Mason & Isaac Watts
And a special performance by Central West Ballet
Streaming for free on the Modesto Symphony’s YouTube channel
Full concert details are available on the MSO website.
This virtual performance is free to all and supported in part by Morgan Stanley, Kelly McMurray, Senior Vice President.
Artist Biographies
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The Modesto Symphony Orchestra is a resident company of the Gallo Center for the Arts
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra’s 90th season is generously supported by
E. & J. Gallo Winery
John & June Rogers
Porges Family Foundation
Boyett Petroleum
Beard Land and Investment Co.
Atticus, LLP