Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony + Bartok

‘“Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony contains lush melodies and is full of emotional outbursts. On the flip side, he creates a musical atmosphere for us to reflect on our deepest feelings,’ says Huynh. “Most of us know Tchaikovsky through his ballets like the Nutcracker and Swan Lake. Through his symphonies, he is able to draw us into his personal world—one that was filled with doubt, dark thoughts, and the grappling of fate. In the end, he shows that the light of the human spirit will always triumph over our darkest emotions.”

virtuosic soloist possessed of power, sensitivity, earthiness, and humor” (Whitney Smith, Indianapolis Star) with the Manheim, All Music Guide), Sheppard has performed solo recitals and concertos around the world and, across the USA,

Known as “a “power to make an audience sit up and pay attention...thought-provoking for performers and listeners alike” (James including several solo Weill (Carnegie) Hall recitals and a solo Kennedy Center debut. Sheppard is a native of Philadelphia and resides in Baltimore, where he works at both the Peabody Conservatory and the Baltimore School for the Arts, sharing his love and understanding of music and the artistic process with future generations.

Performances will be held in person on Saturday, October 29 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, October 30 at 2:30 PM, at the Willson Auditorium (404 West Main Street) in downtown Bozeman. These performances would not be possible without strong community support and sponsorship. Bozeman Symphony wishes to thank Gary and Margaret Kachadurian and Donald B. Gimbel for sponsoring this performance, as well as our Season Sponsors, Stephen Schachman and Ritva Porter.

The Bozeman Symphony Society presents a repertoire of symphonic and choral music performed for the benefit of individuals, students, and musicians residing in south-central Montana. Performances and events include a series of classical subscription concerts, performances aimed at engaging and attracting new audiences under the umbrella of “Bozeman Symphony Presents,” Current Commotion—an experimental music series that allows the Bozeman Symphony to be on the cutting edge of our industry, and a strong desire to launch a summertime music festival. The Bozeman

Symphony has experienced tremendous growth over the last 20 years. In addition to a wide variety of orchestral programming, the Bozeman Symphony supports Far Afield, a highly accessible community outreach program, awards scholarships to promising young musicians, and provides employment and engagement opportunities for over 300 people. The Bozeman Symphony, whose history is marked by artistic excellence, has established itself as a significant cultural icon in Montana. Its future is dependent upon maintaining a skilled and motivated orchestra whose members bring symphonic music to life. For more information, visit bozemansymphony.org.