If you live anywhere near Omaha make every effort to attend the Consort's "Christmas at the Castle" presentation on December 5, 7p; Joslyn Castle.
A lucky few (75 max) will witness a world premiere of note when the Consort performs Phill Smith's, Fanfare and Rondo, for brass quintet. We are so pumped after reading it for the first time today at morning rehearsal. I came in with a hot cup of coffee- I left with a cold, still full, cup of coffee. It is the most exciting brass piece I have worked on in many years and I believe it will find its way into the modern cannon of brass quintet works. Yes, I hold this piece in the highest regard!
Also on the program- Omaha premieres of several works including Sterling Procter's, Picardy, a powerful and moving set of variations couched in French folk tunes. Sterling is a friend of mine from Ft. Worth (my hometown) and is known around the country for his intensely beautiful settings for brass ensembles.
Did you miss "The Bach Experience" last spring. That concert featured the Consort's most important partners, the Madrigali et al. This chamber chorus is such a gem for Omaha to have. It is a new group founded and directed by Matthew Harden. It is packed with stellar vocalists, which under Dr. Harden's leadership, make it the finest ensemble of its kind in our area. The Madrigali will join the Consort brass on several antiphonal works and present other choral masterpieces in the festive and beautiful Castle Music Room.
The last time the Madrigali joined us several folks told us that it made for the most powerful concert they had EVER heard in Omaha. I wouldn't miss it this time for the world!
Get your tickets online: joslyncastle.com
Or call the Castle: (402) 595 - 2199
Or hope there are some left at the door Monday night!
I hope to see you there... and please, tell a friend!
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