Southwest Symphony Orchestra

2010-2011 Concert Season
Gary Caldwell – Maestro
With special appearances by the Southwest Chorale

Spooktacular Fun and Fantasy

Friday, October 29, 2010
7:30 PM

A spooky musical treasure for all ages, this delightful concert includes the Zion Youth
Symphony Orchestra and other area children’s groups. Come in your favorite
costume if you dare!

French Impressions
featuring Nancy Allred and Guest Conductor Nathan Madsen

Friday, November 12, 2010
7:30 PM

Experience the essence of France with St. George’s own gifted pianist Dr. Nancy Allred
performing Chopin; and relish the sounds of Bizet, Satie, and Ravel, as
Nathan Madsen, Music Director of Bard Orchestra of New York’s Hudson Valley,
makes a return appearance as guest conductor with the Southwest Symphony.

Sponsored by Forevermore Events

Handel’s Messiah
with the Southwest Chorale

Sunday, December 5, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
7:30 PM

Messiah, a life-long Christmas tradition, sets the mood for the season’s festivities. Savor the brilliance of
this inspiring masterpiece. What a great way to welcome the holidays. A note to season ticket holders: only the Sunday performance is included in your season subscription.

Sponsored by State Bank of Southern Utah

Un Petit Potpourri
featuring Alice Lord and the Southwest Chorale

Friday, February 18, 2011
7:30 PM

Relax and enjoy the captivating fantasia of Alice Lord, exceptional violin soloist from New York. The stirring sounds of Finnish composer, Jean Sibelius, the riveting melodies from Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, and the rich vibrations of the Southwest Chorale will round out this amazing evening.

Wild West Pops
featuring Riders of the Purple Sage

Friday, March 25, 2011
7:30 PM

Giddy-up, Guys and Gals! Get ready for western melodies from yesteryear as the serenading sounds of sunset and symphony head your way. Strong vocal harmonies and instrumental blending round up the music of the Riders of the Purple Sage. Western dress is optional.

Youth Concerto Classic

Friday, April 29, 2011
7:30 PM

With zest and zeal our gifted prodigies delight and inspire. You will be thrilled to see and
hear the result of music education at its finest!

American Dreams Under the Stars

Saturday, May 14, 2011
8:00 PM
O.C. Tanner Amphitheater in Springdale, Utah

The Southwest Symphony ends the season in style with the majestic scenery of Zion National Park as the backdrop. The evening begins with a fundraiser barbecue dinner served by the Fawson family prior to the concert, followed by a festival of Americana favorites.