Santa Maria Philharmonic Society: Fate and Romance

Titan of Italian opera Guiseppe Verdi depicts fiery love destined for tragedy in the Overture to La Forza Del Destino. The Chairman Dances by modern composer John Adams offers a vignette of a ubiquitous historical figure. And Johannes Brahms explores melancholy, longing, and love in Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73. Enjoy the passions and pains of these celebrated composers with the expert performers of the Santa Maria Philharmonic.

There will be a pre-concert lecture that will enhance your enjoyment and understanding of the music. This Pre-Concert Lecture is FREE and open to all concert goers. The lecture will be held just before the concert, beginning at 6:50PM and ending at 7:10PM.