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Saint-Saëns Thundering “Organ Symphony”
May 6, 2023 I 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
SAVANNAH PHILHARMONIC &
SAVANNAH PHILHARMONIC CHORUS
KEITARO HARADA conductor
PAUL THORNOCK chorus master, organist
ANNA CHRISTY soprano
Our finale begins with the world premiere of Homage by local composer, Robin Beauchamp. This three movement work features compositions in the style of film composers, Bernard Herrmann, Maurice Jarre, and Eric Wolfgang Korngold.
As we conclude the season, join us in celebrating the Lucas Theatre’s newly restored magnificent organ with Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3.
ROBIN BEAUCHAMP Homage
I. Premonition
II. The Darkness Declares the Glory of the Light
III. Celtic Fanfare
POULENC Gloria, FP 177
I. Gloria in excelsis Deo
II. Laudamus te
III. Domine Deus, Rex caelestis
IV. Domine Fili unigenite
V. Domine Deus, Agnus Dei
VI. Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris
INTERMISSION
SAINT-SAËNS Symphony No. 3, op. 78, C minor (Organ Symphony)
PART I
Adagio – Allegro moderato
Poco adagio
PART II
Allegro moderato – Presto
Maestoso – Allegro
When selecting your seats, please be aware that the Lucas Theatre for the Arts does not have elevator access to the second floor — balcony seating is accessible via stairs only.
Featured Artist
Anna Christy
Praised by the New York Times as “nimble of voice, body and spirit,” soprano Anna Christy continues to impress and delight audiences with an extraordinary blend of sparkling voice, powerful stage presence, and innate musicality.
Featured Sponsor
The Venue
The Lucas Theatre for the Performing Arts
Located on Reynolds Square, the Lucas Theatre is a fully-restored historic theater which can seat nearly 1,200 attendees. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages are available in the lobby. Parking is available in city-operated parking garages located within two blocks of the venue.
32 Abercorn St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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As we conclude the season, join us in celebrating the Lucas Theatre’s newly restored magnificent organ with Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3.