The March 4th concert is sponsored by
Prelude and Coffee: Conversations with the Conductor
WCTE-TV Channel 9
Wednesday, February 28th 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 3rd, 7:00 p.m.
Concert Preview
The daughter of Todd and Linda Goepper of Wilmore, Kentucky, Sarah is a
junior music therapy major with a piano emphasis and is the winner of the
2000 Lloyd/Gehman Scholarship in music and foreign languages. She enjoys
performing and accompanying in ensembles such as the Cumberland Children's
Chorus, the recent "Poulenc Trio", and the TTU Symphony Band. She is an avid
teacher for Arts Cumberland and has been a piano teacher at Capshaw
Elementary School. A member of the Music Therapy Student Organization, Sarah
has remained on the Dean's List for five semesters and receives a four year
music scholarship.
On the March 4th concert, Sarah will perform the Piano Concerto in A minor,
Op. 16, by Edvard Grieg. Written in 1868, this work is one of the most
beloved in the piano repertoire. According to Dr. Catherine Godes, it is a
"romantic, fresh, and challenging work, featuring enchanting melodies,
frequent orchestral interludes, and a powerful Lisztian cadenza. One of
Grieg's best works, it displays his sensitivity and tremendous emotional
appeal."
Ms. Goepper says the work has become very much a part of her. She describes
herself as thrilled and thankful to have the opportunity to play it.
The Preview Luncheon is in Crossville
Reservations are required and should be made by Wednesday, February 28.
Symphony Social
Godes Recital April 5th
Catherine and Herman Godes are joining in a program of masterworks by
composers Mozart, Debussy, Chopin and Rachmaninoff for solo piano as well as
works for two pianos. The recital will take place on Thursday, April 5th, at
8 p.m. in the Wattenbarger Auditorium of the Bryan Fine Arts Building.
Admission is free.
The Pathetique and New World Symphonies, Carnival Overture, 1812 Overture,
Slavonic Dances, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies, the Cello Concerto, the
Violin Concerto. These two composers have won our hearts with works which
have become staples of the standard repertoire. We know them well, and they
give us comfort. They offer something predictable in a chaotic world. We
hear them again and again as if meeting an old friend for lunch. We revel
in their familiarity.
But sameness is just as much a danger as chaos. Just as one man's junk is
another man's treasure, one man's standard repertoire is another's stale war
horse. The symphony orchestra program can become a confirmation of the 100
most often played works, forever doomed to repeat them, like a mantra, until
numbness sets in and the audiences hears without listening, content to chew
on the same cud endlessly.
What if we looked at these two composer's through less well-known works?
Would we find more works to love, or will we be disappointed? Certainly
there is repertoire which fails to measure up. I can live quite happily
without hearing Wellington's Victory, although it was written by no less a
great composer than Beethoven. And Wagner admitted that the best thing
about his Christopher Columbus Overture was the fee paid for the commission!
But if there are works which fail to please, there are many more which are
swept aside by their very own authors' greatest successes. Could it be that
the most familiar works draw us AWAY from other, different beauties? Are
there worlds of musical literature which may offer untold joys and sorrows
while they lay unplayed on the shelf?
This program offers two great pieces by two great composers. You may not
know Dvorak's Czech Suite yet, and the Little Russian Symphony by
Tchaikovsky may not evoke an immediate melody, but I'll be surprised if you
walk away disappointed by either of these two works.
Instead, you may find yourself wondering how much more repertoire of such
quality there is. How vast is this buffet of riches?
Too big for our short lives, but we can try to taste a little of its endless
variety. Join us. You'll be glad you've heard such music!
If you've yet to attend, you have two more chances this year. Our next
Social, coming right up on March 2nd, will be at the beautiful home of Terry
and Ruth Jones at 615 Ferguson Avenue. It will feature scrumptious
appetizers from Peggy Holleman and The Proof of the Pudding. We are thrilled
to announce that for our auction Sally Crain-Jager has offered, yet again,
one of her incredible works. This framed painting, a representational
encaustic on wood, takes its subject from a Robert Frost poem and is a
wonderful example of Sally's work. We also have a generous offering from
Pamela Patton of the The Potter's Wheel. Pamela has donated not only a
beginner wheel class, but also one of her own beautiful creations to inspire
you. And just in time for spring planning and planting, we have a fabulous
offering of a landscape design from E and G Lawns and Landscaping. The list
of auction items also includes dinners and a surprise or two.
You won't want to miss it! Be looking for a full listing of auction items in
the Herald-Citizen in the next week or so.
As usual, we ask that you make you reservations, for our planning purposes,
by Monday, February 26th, at 372-6088.
I also want to take this chance to tell you that our Association membership
has soared this year tot a total of 97 family memberships and 21 individual
memberships. That is terrific! Besides providingsome great discounts to
symphony events, you BSOA membership also shows support, and we sincerely
appreciate it. Spread the word, and if you've yet to join, you may do so at
any time.
Also, a reminder that the Preview Luncheon for this concert will be held at
the Depot in Crossville. For reservations, call 931-484-3054 in the
Crossville area, or the symphony office at 372-6088. See you there!
Jan Tate
Tickets for the March 4th concert may be reserved by calling
THANK YOU
Bryan Symphony Orchestra
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by Dr. Catherine Godes
March 4, 2:00 p.m.
Bryan Fine Arts Building, Room 223
Sarah Goepper, Pianist,
On Februrary 7th, seven talented young musicians played in the Joan
Derryberry Competition recital. At the end of the evening, it was announced
that Sarah Elizabeth Goepper, student of Dr. Catherine Godes, was the winner.
As a result, Ms. Goepper will be the featured soloist with the Bryan Symphony
Orchestra on the March 4th concert.
is Joan Derryberry Award Winner
Friday, February 2nd, 12:00
The Crossville Depot
135 North Main St.
Crossville, TN
Cookeville area residents may make reservations by calling 372-6088.
Cost: $6.00 for Association members, $10.00 for non-members.
Payment may be made at the door.
The Bryan Symphony Orchestra Association thanks Jane and Weir Horswill for
coordinating the Crossville luncheons.
Friday, March 2nd, 6-8 p.m.
The home of Terry and Ruth Jones
615 Ferguson Avenue
Reservations may be made by calling 372-6088.
Cost is $10.00 for Association members, $20.00 for non-members.
Reservations requested by Monday, February 26. Payment may be made at the
door.
THE CONDUCTOR'S NOTES
Dvorak and Tchaikovsky; the names evoke favorite pieces:
Have You Been Yet??
If you have not had the opportunity to attend one of the Symphony Socials yet
this season, you are missing out on a wonderful evening! More than eighty
people attended our last Social, graciously hosted by Richard and Nancy and
Williams, and enjoyed sampling delicious appetizers from Grade-A Catering,
bidding on the great auction items, and hearing John Dodson's concert
preview. A big thank you goes out to all who helped in the preparations. An
especially big thank you is extended to the Williams for opening their
gorgeous home to us.
Volunteer Coordinator
TICKETS
372-6088.
Adults: $20.00
Students: $ 8.00
Reservations can also be made via e-mail.
Acknowledgement of these reservations will be made via return e-mail.
bryansymph@tntech.edu
If you cannot attend the March 4th concert, please let us know your seat
is available by calling 372-6088 or you can e-mail the BSO office at bryansymph@tntech.edu
Office: Room 355 372-6088
Bryan Fine Arts Building
e-mail address: bryansymphony@tntech.edu
Gail Luna, Executive Director and Co-editor of Notes and Notices
Last Updated: February 25, 2001
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