BEETHOVEN'S FIFTH

February 15, 2025

 

 

 

 

Program

Join us this Valentine's Day weekend as we perform Beethoven's iconic masterwork.

Overture No. 1 - Louise Farrenc

Louise Farrenc's Overture No. 1 in E Minor is a dramatic and breathtaking symphonic introduction, bursting with energy and radiance. Her control of riveting melodies and dynamic contrasts make it a captivating experience and a display of Farrenc's remarkable talent.

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Variations on a Theme by Haydn - Johannes Brahms

 

Brahms' Variations on a Theme by Haydn is an ingenious showcase of creativity, transforming a charming theme into a series of lively and inventive musical variations. Each this and turn in this dynamic piece brims with elegance and excitement.

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Symphony No. 5 - Ludwig van Beethoven

Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C Minor is an exhilarating musical adventure, starting with its iconic four-note opening. This masterpiece takes listeners on a powerful journey from intense struggle to triumphant victory, demonstrating Beethoven's energy and emotional depth in every movement and paralleling the challenges he faced in his personal life.

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Featured Artist

 

Megan Yang, piano

2025 Jenkins Family Young Artist Concerto Competition Winner

Megan Yang has studied piano for over twelve years with Tom Yang, her dad, as her primary teacher. Her other piano teachers have included Ann Marie Novak, Carolyn Frazier and Molly Roseman at the American Suzuki Institute. Megan has earned distinction at the WSMA District Auditions and has been a room winner and an honorable mention at WMTA Badger Piano Auditions. In 2024, she was selected as the winner for Badger North East regionals and was also a finalist for the Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra’s Young Artist Competition. Megan has also played violin for over ten years and has studied with David Becker, Oscar Soler, Michelle Wentzel and currently with Aber Suzuki Center teacher Pat D’Ercole. As a violinist, she has been involved in the Central Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Program since 2019. A talented athlete, Megan is also a member of the Iola Winter Sports Club ski team and her high school track team.

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Concert Experience

Here's a simple rundown of how you can make the best out of your concert experience...

 

Free pre-concert talk with the maestro an hour before the show

 

Bring your drinks to your seats

 

Phones must be on silent

 

Clap when you like what you hear

 

 

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