Jackson Symphony Orchestra’s 2004-2005 Subscription Season  - Tickets now available -  A first Glance 

Let’s Go!

A musical journey to many familiar and some unfamiliar ports of call.  Hear how different cultures and nationalities find a common ground speaking through the universal language of music and at the same time retain a strong identity to their own cultural roots.

England  -  October 2, 2004

The majesty, pomp and ceremony of composers rich with musical tradition.  Dramatic music inspired by Shakespeare and music from one the most moving operas ever written, Peter Grimes.  John Neville-Andrews will narrate and don’t be surprised if a bit of Gilbert and Sullivan shows up as well.

Elgar Enigma Variations
Walton Henry V –St. Crispin’s Day
Britten Passagalia from Peter Grimes

France  -  November 13, 2004

The elegance and finesse of the French is nowhere more apparent than in the impressionistic music of Ravel and Debussy. The Piano Concerto in G, though totally French, shows many American jazz influences and will be performed by internationally acclaimed pianist, Grant Johannesen .

Ravel  Piano Concerto in G Major
Faure Pavane Debussy – Afternoon of a Faun

South of the Border  -  February 5, 2005

Influenced by Western Europe and Spain, Mexican and Latin American composers blended the exotic folk music of their countries into very expressive and rhythmic masterpieces. The Falla Trio consisting of three guitars will present a premier of their concerto for 3 guitars and orchestra.

Ginestera Variaziones Concertantes
Revueltas Sensamaya
Moncayo Huapango

Scandinavia   -  March 12, 2005

From the land of the fjords, the midnight sun, and the magical northern lights comes the romantic music geniuses of Grieg and Sibelius.  The Grieg piano concerto is easily one of the most popular in the repertoire.

Sibelius Symphony #2
Nielson –Overture to Masquerade
Greig - Piano Concerto

Jackson Proms  - April 23. 2005

A new tradition – (good oxymoron)

If you’ve ever seen the Proms at Royal Albert Hall you know what is in store.  An eclectic mix of classic and contemporary music featuring a variety of surprises as well as audience favorites.  In November the audience will be solicited for repertoire suggestions.

But what about Germany Austria, Russia, America, Italy, Poland, Eastern Europe…?  

Stay tuned for Part II  - 2005-2006 is just around the corner!