Luis Biava, conductor
We float down Ellington’s River and dance our way to the deep South with works by Florence Price and William Grant Still in a concert featuring composers that blazed a trail so bright the future was forever changed. Don’t miss this performance by the New Albany Symphony and the winners of our Student Concerto Competition, Connor …
Luis Biava, conductor
It is an honor to share the stage with one of the most celebrated violinists in the world for a one-night-only performance at the McCoy. Join Maestro Biava and members of the New Albany Symphony as we welcome the brilliant Itzhak Perlman.
Jennifer Higdon – blue cathedral
Johannes Brahms – Variations on a Theme by …
Luis Biava, conductor
Swing on over to the McCoy for an afternoon of music by legendary composers Duke Ellington, Florence Price and William Grant Still, and be inspired by the winners of our student concerto competition.
PROGRAM:
Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington – The River Suite
III. Gigging Rapids (3 minutes)
Florence Price – Dances in the Canebrakes (1953)
I. Nimble Feet (2 minutes)
II. Tropical Noon (4 …
Luis Biava, conductor
The holidays are a special time to be shared with those we love. This popular sensory-friendly performance featuring the New Albany Symphony Chorus and soloist Kim Hopcraft will have you singing through the New Year!
PROGRAM:
Home Alone: Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas (3 min)
Home Alone: Somewhere in my Memory (4 min)
Winter Wonderland (3 min)
Have Yourself a …
Luis Biava, conductor
Grab your maracas and bongo drums and hop in the conga line! It’s headed to the McCoy for a rhythmic afternoon of Latin American music and dance, featuring award winning Latin dancers Aleko Khutsidze and Maria Robinson!
PROGRAM:
Bizet Les Toreadors, Prèlude & Aragonaise (4 min)
Abreu arr. Dragon Tico- Tico (3 min)
Bizet Danse bohème from …
Luis Biava, conductor
Featuring: Aleko Khutsidze and Maria Robinson, dancers
It’s a party and you’re invited! Maestro Biava brings his renowned Colombian heritage to the stage with sultry samba, Colombian cumbia, and the beautiful paso doble to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. Help us kick off NASO’s 15th season fiesta style outside at the Hinson Amphitheater. It’s going to be HOT! HOT! HOT!
PROGRAM:
Bizet – …
Luis Biava, conductor
It’s the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and we can’t wait to see you at the McCoy for an afternoon of fun for the whole family! We welcome to the stage the New Albany Symphony Chorus and guest soloist Kim Hopcraft. Don’t forget to arrive early for the Gift Basket Fundraiser.
PROGRAM:
Williams – from …
