Leonard Bernstein - On the Town Overture
Margaret Bonds - Selections from Montgomery Variations
Michael Torke - Bright Blue Music
**Intermission*
Dmitri Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5
Leonard Bernstein - On the Town Overture
Margaret Bonds - Selections from Montgomery Variations
Michael Torke - Bright Blue Music
**Intermission*
Dmitri Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5
Charleston Opera Theater Concert
Selections from Verdi, Puccini, Massenet, Bizet, Offenbach, and more!
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Charleston Opera Theater
Soloists TBD
Featuring a unique fusion of folk music and the sounds of the orchestra, this one-time event brings together local singer-songwriters with your very own Summerville Orchestra musicians.
The event will feature original songs by Emily Curtis, Katie Lyon and Dan Riley, arranged for string quartet, rhythm section and voice by SO Music Director Wojciech Milewski to present unique sounds and textures to delight music lovers across all genres.
The theatrical genius of Shakespeare, coupled with the high-wire emotion inherent in opera, creates an electrifying result. Shakespearean plots have inspired opera composers to write some of their most compelling works. Opera! by Shakespeare showcases some of these masterpieces, such as Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette, Verdi’s Otello, Macbeth and Falstaff, Bellini’s I Capuleti e i Montecchi, Hamlet by Thomas and Béatrice et Bénédict by Berlioz to name a few. Charleston Opera Theater will feature a stellar cast of professional artists to present this fiery and romantic performance.
Richard Strauss - Opening to Also Sprach Zarathustra
Klaus Badelt, arr. Ted Ricketts - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Joe Hisaishi - Selections from "Spirited Away" Suite
Erich Korngold - Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35 with Ben Baker, violin
I. Moderato nobile
II. Romance
III. Allegro assai vivace
** Intermission **
Pietro Mascagni - Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana (to be performed with SOYP)
Ottorino Respighi - Pines of Rome, P. 141 (I Pini di Roma)
I. "I pini di Villa Borghese" ("The Pines of the Villa Borghese") – Allegretto vivace
II. "Pini presso una catacomba" ("Pines Near a Catacomb") – Lento
III. "I pini del Gianicolo" ("The Pines of the Janiculum") – Lento
IV. "I pini della via Appia" ("The Pines of the Appian Way") – Tempo di marcia
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Ben Baker, violin
Summerville Youth Philharmonic
Summerville Orchestra
Richard Strauss - Opening to Also Sprach Zarathustra
Klaus Badelt, arr. Ted Ricketts - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Joe Hisaishi - Selections from "Spirited Away" Suite
Erich Korngold - Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35 with Ben Baker, violin
I. Moderato nobile
II. Romance
III. Allegro assai vivace
** Intermission **
Pietro Mascagni - Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana (to be performed with SOYP)
Ottorino Respighi - Pines of Rome, P. 141 (I Pini di Roma)
I. "I pini di Villa Borghese" ("The Pines of the Villa Borghese") – Allegretto vivace
II. "Pini presso una catacomba" ("Pines Near a Catacomb") – Lento
III. "I pini del Gianicolo" ("The Pines of the Janiculum") – Lento
IV. "I pini della via Appia" ("The Pines of the Appian Way") – Tempo di marcia
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Ben Baker, violin
Summerville Youth Philharmonic
Summerville Orchestra
Charleston Opera Theater’s production of Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s “La Serva Padrona” in collaboration with Charleston Symphony Orchestra.
May 26 6pm, 7:30pm
May 27 6pm, 7:30pm
May 28 6pm, 7:30pm
May 29 6pm, 7:30pm
Megan Warburton, Serpina
Kevin Glavin, Uberto
A recital at the College of Charleston Sottile Theater with Michael Chioldi, baritone.
Works to be performed include Maurice Ravel’s “Don Quichotte a Dulcinée,” Gerald Finzi’s “Let Us Garlands Bring”, Nemmico della patria from Andrea Chénier, Di Provenza from La Traviata, and “The Impossible Dream” from “The Man of La Mancha.”
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
College of Charleston Opera
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Feb. 21-23 | 7:30 p.m. | Sottile Theatre
College of Charleston Opera and the Charleston Symphony present two one-act operas Orfeo ed Euridice by Christoph Willibald Gluck and Il Re by Umberto Giordano. Directed by Saundra DeAthos-Meers and Amanda Castellone.
Learn about College of Charleston Opera and its impressive projects and history.
Need help with tickets? Contact the George Street Box Office.
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
College of Charleston Opera
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Feb. 21-23 | 7:30 p.m. | Sottile Theatre
College of Charleston Opera and the Charleston Symphony present two one-act operas Orfeo ed Euridice by Christoph Willibald Gluck and Il Re by Umberto Giordano. Directed by Saundra DeAthos-Meers and Amanda Castellone.
Learn about College of Charleston Opera and its impressive projects and history.
Need help with tickets? Contact the George Street Box Office.
Richard Wagner - Overture to Die Meistersinger, WWV 96
David Arnold, arr. Martin Campbell - The Music of James Bond: Casino Royale Suite
S.O. Concerto Competition Winner - TBD
** Intermission **
Ned Rorem: Lions (A Dream) (Feat. Barrel Proof)
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Romeo and Juliet Fantasy
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Barrel Proof Jazz Quartet
Summerville Orchestra
Richard Wagner - Overture to Die Meistersinger, WWV 96
David Arnold, arr. Martin Campbell - The Music of James Bond: Casino Royale Suite
S.O. Concerto Competition Winner - TBD
** Intermission **
Ned Rorem: Lions (A Dream) (Feat. Barrel Proof)
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Romeo and Juliet Fantasy
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Barrel Proof Jazz Quartet
Summerville Orchestra
Folk Meets Orchestra!
Event Details TBD
Christmas Fantasy for Orchestra
James Horner, Mariah Carey, Will Jennings - "Where are you Christmas" (From "Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas" Soundtrack)
arr. Lucas Richman - Hanukkah Festival Overture
Adolphe Adam - O Holy Night (Cantique de Noël)
Georges Bizet - "Farandole" from L'Arlésienne Suite No. 2
Paul O'Neill and Robert Kinkel, arr. Bob Phillips - Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24 - TSO
** Intermission **
”Clara and the Nutcracker Prince” - A Brand-New Nutcracker Experience with the beloved music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ottorino Respighi/Gioachino Rossini, and Georges Bizet, in a world-premiere arrangement by Wojciech Milewski
ARTISTS:
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Saundra DeAthos-Meers, soprano
Classical Ballet Centre (Melania Ruggiero, director)
Summerville Orchestra
Christmas Fantasy for Orchestra
James Horner, Mariah Carey, Will Jennings - "Where are you Christmas" (From "Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas" Soundtrack)
arr. Lucas Richman - Hanukkah Festival Overture
Adolphe Adam - O Holy Night (Cantique de Noël)
Georges Bizet - "Farandole" from L'Arlésienne Suite No. 2
Paul O'Neill and Robert Kinkel, arr. Bob Phillips - Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24 - TSO
** Intermission **
”Clara and the Nutcracker Prince” - A Brand-New Nutcracker Experience with the beloved music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ottorino Respighi/Gioachino Rossini, and Georges Bizet, in a world-premiere arrangement by Wojciech Milewski
ARTISTS:
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
Saundra DeAthos-Meers, soprano
Classical Ballet Centre (Melania Ruggiero, director)
Summerville Orchestra
Experience the magic of the season with Handel’s Messiah – a timeless masterpiece with its recognizable “Hallelujah!” chorus. There’s no better time of year to immerse yourself in the uplifting spirit of this sacred oratorio, synonymous with good will and charity.
Join the Charleston Symphony Orchestra for the beloved holiday tradition, Holy City Messiah. Enjoy the majestic sounds of the CSO Chamber Chorus and four distinguished guest soloists at three stunning churches in downtown Charleston, Daniel Island, and Summerville. Don’t miss this glorious celebration of the season!
TICKETS
Adults: $60
Child/Student: $30
*This performance is expected to reach full capacity. Advanced ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
Wojciech Milewski, Conductor
Grace Kahl, Soprano
Deborah Nansteel, Mezzo-Soprano
Michael Kuhn, Tenor
Nathan Mattis, Baritone
CSO Chamber Chorus (Nicholas Quardokus, Director)
Experience the magic of the season with Handel’s Messiah – a timeless masterpiece with its recognizable “Hallelujah!” chorus. There’s no better time of year to immerse yourself in the uplifting spirit of this sacred oratorio, synonymous with good will and charity.
Join the Charleston Symphony Orchestra for the beloved holiday tradition, Holy City Messiah. Enjoy the majestic sounds of the CSO Chamber Chorus and four distinguished guest soloists at three stunning churches in downtown Charleston, Daniel Island, and Summerville. Don’t miss this glorious celebration of the season!
TICKETS
Adults: $60
Child/Student: $30
*This performance is expected to reach full capacity. Advanced ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
Wojciech Milewski, Conductor
Grace Kahl, Soprano
Deborah Nansteel, Mezzo-Soprano
Michael Kuhn, Tenor
Nathan Mattis, Baritone
CSO Chamber Chorus (Nicholas Quardokus, Director)
Experience the magic of the season with Handel’s Messiah – a timeless masterpiece with its recognizable “Hallelujah!” chorus. There’s no better time of year to immerse yourself in the uplifting spirit of this sacred oratorio, synonymous with good will and charity.
Join the Charleston Symphony Orchestra for the beloved holiday tradition, Holy City Messiah. Enjoy the majestic sounds of the CSO Chamber Chorus and four distinguished guest soloists at three stunning churches in downtown Charleston, Daniel Island, and Summerville. Don’t miss this glorious celebration of the season!
TICKETS
Adults: $60
Child/Student: $30
*This performance is expected to reach full capacity. Advanced ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
Wojciech Milewski, Conductor
Grace Kahl, Soprano
Deborah Nansteel, Mezzo-Soprano
Michael Kuhn, Tenor
Nathan Mattis, Baritone
CSO Chamber Chorus (Nicholas Quardokus, Director)
Kick off your holiday season with Puccini's heartwarming and heartbreaking masterpiece La Bohème produced by Charleston Opera Theater in partnership with the Charleston Symphony.
La Bohème captivates audiences with its festive portrayal of the Bohemian Lifestyle, youthful ardor, passionate music, and soaring melodies. This full production features a stellar lineup of talent accompanied by full orchestra and will be performed in Italian with English Supertitles.
Sottile Theater
Charleston Opera Theater & Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland
Original Suite for 13 Instruments
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
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Bolling Jazz Suite for Flute & Jazz Trio
Amy Fu, flute
Wojciech Milewski, piano
Kick off your holiday season with Puccini's heartwarming and heartbreaking masterpiece La Bohème produced by Charleston Opera Theater in partnership with the Charleston Symphony.
La Bohème captivates audiences with its festive portrayal of the Bohemian Lifestyle, youthful ardor, passionate music, and soaring melodies. This full production features a stellar lineup of talent accompanied by full orchestra and will be performed in Italian with English Supertitles.
Sottile Theater
Charleston Opera Theater & Charleston Symphony Orchestra
7' - Patrick Doyle, John Williams, arr. Jerry Brubaker - Harry Potter & The Goblet of Fire
6.5' - Top Gun - Darkstar and Top Gun Anthem from MePro Music
4.5' - Armed Forces Salute
7' - Camille Saint-Saens - Danse Macabre
6' - Summon the Heroes - arr. Calvin Custer
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32' - Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67
4' - Vangelis - Chariots of Fire
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #5
”A Summerville Celebration”
PROGRAM:
C. Pilsner - Commission ( World Premiere 2024)
M. Karłowicz - Odwieczne Pieśni (Eternal Songs), Op. 13
W.A. Mozart - Overture to Die Zauberflöte
E. Korngold - Straussiana
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #5
”A Summerville Celebration”
PROGRAM:
C. Pilsner - Commission ( World Premiere 2024)
M. Karłowicz - Odwieczne Pieśni (Eternal Songs), Op. 13
W.A. Mozart - Overture to Die Zauberflöte
E. Korngold - Straussiana
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #4
”Shall We Dance”
PROGRAM:
J. Strauss II - Overture to Die Fledermaus
M. Weinberg - Suite for Orchestra (1950)
J.P. Moncayo - Huapango
A Copland - Saturday Night Waltz from Rodeo
M. Bates - Mothership
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #4
”Shall We Dance”
PROGRAM:
J. Strauss II - Overture to Die Fledermaus
M. Weinberg - Suite for Orchestra (1950)
J.P. Moncayo - Huapango
A Copland - Saturday Night Waltz from Rodeo
M. Bates - Mothership
College of Charleston Opera & Charleston Symphony Orchestra present:
J. Strauss II - Die Fledermaus
College of Charleston Opera & Charleston Symphony Orchestra present:
J. Strauss II - Die Fledermaus
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #3
”Voices of Destiny”
PROGRAM:
G. Verdi - Overture to Nabucco
J. Sibelius - Finlandia (with chorus)
J. Brahms - Schicksalslied
E. Whitacre - Equus
C. Tin - Sogno di Volare
A.Menken - Suite from “Aladdin”
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #3
”Voices of Destiny”
PROGRAM:
G. Verdi - Overture to Nabucco
J. Sibelius - Finlandia (with chorus)
J. Brahms - Schicksalslied
E. Whitacre - Equus
C. Tin - Sogno di Volare
A.Menken - Suite from “Aladdin”
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 Holiday Concert
Details to be Announced!
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #2
”Fairytales & Folklore”
PROGRAM:
E. Humperdinck - Overture to Hansel and Gretel
L-E Larsson - En Vintersaga
T. Yoshimatsu - “Kiyomori” Suite
M. Giacchino - Music from “Coco”
S.O. Concerto Competition Winner - TBD
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #2
”Fairytales & Folklore”
PROGRAM:
E. Humperdinck - Overture to Hansel and Gretel
L-E Larsson - En Vintersaga
T. Yoshimatsu - “Kiyomori” Suite
M. Giacchino - Music from “Coco”
S.O. Concerto Competition Winner - TBD
Charleston Opera Theater presents: Gaetano Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore
Saundra DeAthos-Meers, director
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
William Davenport, Nemorino
Heather Phillips, Adina
Jason Cox, Belcore
Gary Simpson, Dulcamara
Hälis Runk, Giannetta
and the COT Chorus
Charleston Opera Theater presents: Gaetano Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore
Saundra DeAthos-Meers, director
Wojciech Milewski, conductor
William Davenport, Nemorino
Heather Phillips, Adina
Jason Cox, Belcore
Gary Simpson, Dulcamara
Hälis Runk, Giannetta
and the COT Chorus
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #1
”Grieg & Gershwin”
PROGRAM:
J. Offenbach - Overture to La Belle Helene
G. Gershwin - American in Paris
E. Grieg - Piano Concerto in A minor
Phillip Bush, piano
Summerville Orchestra 2023-2024 20th anniversary season
Subscription Series Concert #1
”Grieg & Gershwin”
PROGRAM:
J. Offenbach - Overture to La Belle Helene
G. Gershwin - American in Paris
E. Grieg - Piano Concerto in A minor
Phillip Bush, piano
