Colby Symphony Orchestra - Journey to the Romantic Era

The richness and drama of the nineteenth century open our season with “Journey to the Romantic Era.” Discover Louise Farrenc’s Overture No. 1 in E minor, a vibrant work that blends the grandeur of the French overture with bold textures and orchestral contrasts. Experience the warmth and elegance of Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 3 in F major, celebrated for its deliberate, lean orchestration and reflective endings to each movement. This exciting program also features Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Keer Wang performing Sergei Rachmaninoff’s thrilling Piano Concerto No. 1, an iconic work the composer began at just seventeen.