The program includes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1, a masterpiece that heralded the dawn of a new era in classical music. The concert begins with Brittany Green’s evocative composition “In the Beginning,” which explores themes of creation and emergence. This concert promises to be a captivating journey through the evolving landscape of classical music, showcasing timeless works and contemporary innovation.
Conductor Devin Patrick Hughes
The Symphony of the Rockies conductor is Devin Patrick Hughes. Highly regarded for his exhilarating score interpretations, advocacy for music accessibility, innate passion, and entrepreneurial vigor, Devin Patrick Hughes is an American orchestral and operatic conductor of Irish and Guatemalan descent. This is his tenth season as Artistic Director & Conductor of Symphony of the Rockies. He is concurrently serving as Music Director & Conductor of Boulder Symphony & Music Academy.
Symphony of the Rockies (formerly Arapahoe Philharmonic) has been a pillar of the Denver Metro arts community for more than 70 years. Devin Patrick Hughes was appointed Music Director & Conductor in 2013 and has led the creation of a new ensemble that makes world class symphonic music accessible throughout the mountain region.
The orchestra is comprised of professional musicians, pre-professionals, talented community members looking for a space to grow and develop, and music educators with a passion for performing. Repertoire includes works by the greatest names in classical music spanning all eras, including recent works from diverse composers, and music spanning across the genres of pop, film, folk, video games, and more.
The performance is on October 26 from 7:30 to 9:30 pm in the Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Gates Concert Hall at Denver University (2344 East Iliff Ave in Denver).
Ticket prices range from $10 for children 12 and under to $50 for adults depending on the seating location. Tickets can be purchased online at https://newmancenter.evenue.net/events/SOTR.1 or call 303-871-7720.