Subscriptions Discoveries
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3-Pack
Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 4:00 pm at Sarasota Opera HouseIncluded in 3-Pack
- DISC1 | Sat, October 5, 7:30 pm
- DISC2 | Sun, January 5, 4:00 pm
- DISC3 | Sat, May 17, 7:30 pm
Discoveries Packages
Discoveries
In 75 minutes without intermission, these programs at the Sarasota Opera House explore the artistic genius and influences of three great composers, delighting both devotees and newcomers with an engaging potpourri of shorter works.
Discoveries Concert Schedule
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DISC1
DISC1 | Gershwin’s American Dream
Program
- Gould		Pavanne from Symphonette No. 2 (American)
- BERNSTEIN		"The Great Lover" from Three Dance Episodes from On the Town
- VIET CUONG		Next Week’s Trees
- SUESSE		Andante ("The Blues") from Concerto in Three Rhythms
- MICHAEL DAUGHERTY		GOLD for Orchestra from The Adventures of Jesse Owens
- GERSHWIN		Concerto in F
About
Celebrate the legendary George Gershwin and his extraordinary impact on American music. This thrilling evening will feature a dollop of jazz, blues, and dance rhythms. Hear how Gershwin's influence echoes through the years in this enticing program showcasing Kevin Cole, widely considered the finest Gershwin pianist in the country. -
DISC2
DISC2 | Mozart On the Road
Program
- MOZART		Overture from Don Giovanni
- HAYDN		Finale from Symphony No. 86
- BACH		Contrapunctus No. 1 from The Art of the Fugue
- MOZART		Allegro from Piano Concerto No. 20
- ISAAC THOMAS		(new commission)
- MOZART		Symphony No. 38 (Prague)
About
Much of Mozart’s young life was spent on the road, showing off his talents as a musical prodigy in the capitals of Europe. Hear 15-year-old prodigy Anwen Deng as she performs a movement of Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20, as well as the premiere of a Mozart-inspired work by brilliant 12-year-old composer Isaac Thomas. Enjoy music of two of Mozart's idols: Haydn and Bach. -
DISC3
DISC3 | Vivaldi Inspired
Program
- VIVALDI		"Spring" from The Four Seasons
- STRAVINSKY		"Sinfonia" and "Gavotte" from Pulcinella Suite
- COLERIDGE-TAYLOR		Idyll
- HOLST		Brook Green Suite
- RESPIGHI		"Italiana" and "Siciliana" from Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 3
- VIVALDI		"Summer" from The Four Seasons
About
Everything old is new again. “Spring” and “Summer” from Vivaldi’s beloved Four Seasons bookend this program featuring violinist Amaryn Olmeda, a rising star. Stravinsky, Respighi, Coleridge-Taylor, and Holst all took a page from musical styles of the past.
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