Nelson Symphony Orchestra Presents: American Soundscape

American Soundscape: The beauty and spirit of America through music.

Christchurch-based conductor, Beth Cohen (and her dog!) return to Nelson to conduct NSO's first concert of 2025. She hopes to show Nelson the REAL America - beyond the commercialism, politics and stereotypes portrayed on TV and in the media. Beth writes: "America is a gorgeous country in landscape, spirit, diversity and creativity."

In this concert you will experience the beauty of America through its orchestral music - Gorgeous landscapes with Groffe’s Grand Canyon suite; American diversity with works by the African-American composers Florence Price and Duke Ellington; spiritual depth with contemporary composer, Carolyn Shaw; the sheer pleasure of life with Philip Glass; the 'reach for a better place' and openness to exploration with Aaron Copland; and the exuberance, creativity, and depth of feeling with Leonard Bernstein.

We hope you will enjoy this authentic American musical experience.

EARLY BIRD tickets available until 16th March

Programme
Copland: Outdoor Overture
Dvorak: 3rd mvt from New World Symphony
Elmer Bernstein: Magnificent Seven
Florence Price: Adoration
Ferde Grofe: Sunrise, Painted Desert & Sunset from Grand Canyon Suite
INTERVAL
Caroline Shaw: And the Swallow
Phillip Glass: Facades
Duke Ellington: Selections
Sinatra: I've got you under my skin
Bernstein: West Side Story (selections)