Location
Appell Center for the Performing Arts
Date
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:30 PM EST
Duration
2 Hours
Intermission
Programming
Our season concludes with Schubert’s seminal “Unfinished Symphony” and Mendelssohn’s “Symphony-cantata Hymn of Praise.” Schubert composed the first two movements of his 8th symphony before his untimely death at age 31. Perhaps one of music’s greatest unanswered questions is why the work remained “Unfinished.” The York Symphony Chorus joins the orchestra on Mendelssohn’s “Symphony-cantata.” Mendelssohn wrote this symphony to honor the unveiling the statue of Gutenberg. Due to Gutenberg spread of Protestantism, Mendelssohn used text from biblical scripture on a journey of suspense and hope.
Franz Schubert – Symphony No. 8 “Unfinished”
Felix Mendelssohn – Symphony No. 2, “Lobgesang,” (Hymn of Praise)
Artists
Lawrence Golan
Conductor
Lawrence Golan is in high demand across the United States and internationally.
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Spencer Hamlin
Tenor
Spencer Hamlin has been praised by Opera News for his “scintillatingly smooth” and “dazzling Italianate voice.”
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Abigail Raiford
Soprano
Lyric coloratura soprano Abigail Raiford has been noted for her “powerful, luxurious soprano voice.
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Benjamin Watson
Interim Chorusmaster
Benjamin Watson is the Director of Choirs at Central York High School, where he is responsible for conducting three choral ensembles.
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York Symphony Chorus
Guest Artist Sponsor
Pre-Concert Talk
On the night of classical concerts, Pre-Concert Talks will take place from the front of the Appell Center’s Strand Theatre stage at 6:30-7PM. Admission is free for all ticket holders. Assistant Conductor Rebekah O’Brien will take you on an enlightening journey of the forthcoming concert. We look forward to seeing you!
Digital Access Instructions
Purchase a digital ticket online through your Appell Center account.
You will receive an email with a link to access the digital concert the next day (Sunday) concert at 10am.
Click on the link to enjoy the YSO from your home during the 48-hour concert access: Sunday at noon-Tuesday at noon.
How to Access the Digital Concert on a Smart TV
Step 1
Click the link from your confirmation email on a computer, tablet or smart phone and add this video to your YouTube account’s “Watch Later” list.
Step 2
Go to the YouTube app on your Smart TV. Go to your “Watch Later” list and choose the digital concert. Sit back and enjoy the concert!
23-24 Digital Program Book
Guest artist, time, date, location , seat, and program subject to change without notice.
