New West wraps its season up with exuberant concert (i was there!!)
source: http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2008/may/08/joyous-finale/
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"The orchestra had already filled the auditorium with the formative moods of the first movement, the romp of a scherzo and the serenity of a contemplative adagio before making its way to the finale, where the chorale and soloists would join in the celebration of thrilling emotions in the "Ode to Joy," based on Friedrich Schiller's poem. But before the voices were heard, the orchestra's bass and cello players sent a shiver of expectation through the audience as they introduced the "Joy" melody with great delicacy. From there, the theme layered with increasing strength until the voices burst forth. The sheer exhilaration of it all, with musicians furiously fingering their instruments, soloists exulting and the chorale bursting with pride, is an experience that can't help but produce a memorable night."
To any one who likes music, you must experience the 9th live. I had the best seats in the house: Behind the orchestra, in the choir!
Oh, if you thought being an audience member was exhilerating, oh my god. Try being in the choir or orchestra. It's the closest thing to a religious/love experience I've had in a long time.
To any one who likes music, you must experience the 9th live. I had the best seats in the house: Behind the orchestra, in the choir!
Oh, if you thought being an audience member was exhilerating, oh my god. Try being in the choir or orchestra. It's the closest thing to a religious/love experience I've had in a long time.
