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  • April 13, 2025 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • St John's United Church

    262 Randall Street
    Oakville, Ontario L6J 1P9
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Description

A Night of Musical Brilliance 🎶✨

Prepare to be moved by an extraordinary evening of orchestral music, featuring a compelling mix of contemporary and classical masterpieces.

🌿 Ron Beckett – Nature’s Cry (World Premiere)
Experience the evocative sounds of Ron Beckett’s latest work, Nature’s Cry, a powerful reflection on humanity’s relationship with the environment. This striking composition captures the beauty, fragility, and urgency of nature’s call, brought to life in a stirring orchestral setting.

🎻 Shostakovich – Cello Concerto No. 1
Featuring Lexie Krakowski, soloist
This deeply expressive and electrifying concerto is a tour de force for the cello. From its bold opening to its hauntingly lyrical slow movement, the piece showcases both technical brilliance and emotional depth. Rising star Lexie Krakowski brings her virtuosic artistry to this monumental work, delivering a performance you won’t want to miss.

🎼 Beethoven – Symphony No. 1 in C
Closing the evening is Beethoven’s vibrant and energetic First Symphony. Brimming with youthful exuberance and innovative spirit, this work marks the beginning of Beethoven’s revolutionary symphonic journey. Expect sparkling melodies, bold harmonies, and a finale bursting with joy and wit.

Join us for this unforgettable celebration of music—where past and present converge in a concert of passion, power, and artistry! 🎶✨

 

Date & Time

Sun, Apr 13, 2025 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Venue Details

St John's United Church

262 Randall Street
Oakville, Ontario L6J 1P9 St John's United Church
Oakville Chamber Orchestra