Ukrainian Rhapsody
Saturday, October 1, 2011 – 8pm
Pre-concert Entertainment – 7:10pm
EPCOR CENTRE’s Jack Singer Concert Hall
Edmond Agopian, Conductor
Taras Kulish, Bass-Baritone
Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
Calgary Youth Orchestra
Zuckert | Fantasia on Ukrainian Themes | |||
Traditional | Favourite Ukrainian Songs | |||
Traditional (arr. Agopian) | Ukrainian Dance | |||
Mussorgsky/Ravel | “The Great Gate of Kiev” from Pictures at an Exhibition | |||
Lyatoshynsky | Symphony No. 1 in A Major, Op. 2 (Mvts 1 and 3) | |||
Tchaikovsky | Finale from Symphony No. 2 “Ukrainian” |
Ukrainian Rhapsody – PDF
Soul-stirring nostalgia for a distant land is brought to life at this momentous concert featuring the colourful sounds of Ukrainian folk dances and songs. Hear the long-awaited North American premiere of music from Ukrainian composer Lyatoshynsky’s First Symphony.
Come early for a variety of pre-show activities highlighting Ukrainian culture in Calgary.
To purchase tickets, please call the CPO Box Office at 403.571.0849 or visit www.cpo-live.com. Please note that group discounts apply to 10 or more tickets (discounts are non-cumulative and do not apply to seating in the loft or loges).