MESSAGE FROM GALEN
It is an exciting time to be a part of The Symphony
of Southeast Texas and we hope you will join us in this Sizzling
Season!
We
began the 2004-2005 Season Saturday, October 16th, with a blazing
performance by pianist Philippe Bianconi. Ann Ohmstede welcomed
approximately 50 people into her beautiful home on Friday, October
15th, treated them to an incredible private concert by Mr. Bianconi,
and served up delectable treats for Crescendo Society members. The
Symphony had the extreme pleasure of participating in the opening
of the South Texas State Fair on Thursday, October 21st, by providing
a performance by the Lamar Brass Quintet (+1!) on the stage at
the opening ceremonies. Thanks to the YMBL for helping to make the
Liberty Fest Concert a reality and for honoring us by allowing us
to be a part of your big day at Ford Park!
The
second Master Series concert of the season will be scorching! Ben
Toth, percussionist, brings his varied musical talents to the stage
of the Julie Rogers Theatre on Saturday, November 20, 7:30 p.m.
This concert features a Texas premiere presentation of Zivkovic’s
Tales from the Center of the Earth. With more than 25 years performing
experience, Toth has a command of the percussion repertoire that
puts you on the edge of your seat.
The Holiday Pops concert will be Sunday, December
19th, 2:00 pm, at the Julie Rogers Theatre, when the Symphony will
once again present a heartwarming family concert to round out your
holiday experience. Your favorite carols will be brought to life
by our Concert Chorale with Symphony accompaniment. Get your tickets
today for what is rapidly becoming a holiday classic.
To complete your Symphony experience, please
visit one of our participating local restaurants before or after the
concert. There are meal specials and ticket give-aways for Symphony
patrons. Call ahead or just drop by:
- Bryan’s 797, 797 N. 5th Street, “Intermission Hotline”
409-832-3900
- Easy’s, 2325 Calder, Beaumont, 409-832-2600
- Madison’s on Dowlen, 4020 Dowlen Road, 409-924-9777
- Poblano Grill, 3350 Dowlen Road, 409-860-0055
You may now purchase season tickets for the
remaining four concerts at a prorated price through the Symphony
office. Also, single tickets are available either
on line or through the Symphony office for the following concerts:
Ben Toth, Percussion, Saturday, November 20, 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Pops, Sunday, December 19, 2:00 p.m.
Classical Mystery Tour, Beatles Tribute Group,
Saturday, January 19, 7:30 p.m.
If we may assist you in any way, please call
the Symphony office. We are always just a phone call away! Call
us at 409-892-2257, or visit our website sost@sost.org.
Galen Wixson- Executive Director, Symphony of Southeast Texas
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