PAST FSO CONCERT EXCERPTS

“Jupiter” from Gustav Holst’s “The Planets”

An excerpt from FSO’s March 16^th 2024 concert featuring Gustav Holst’s famous orchestral suite “The Planets” written between 1914 and 1917 are presented.  Each movement of the suite is named after a planet of the solar system and its supposed astrological character.  

“Neptune” from Gustav Holst’s “The Planets”

An excerpt from FSO’s March 16^th 2024 concert featuring Gustav Holst’s famous orchestral suite “The Planets” written between 1914 and 1917 are presented.  Each movement of the suite is named after a planet of the solar system and its supposed astrological character.

Overture to Othello by Antonin Dvorak

The overture to Othello was written by Antonin Dvorak in 1892 as part of a trilogy of overtures called “Nature, Life and Love.”  An excerpt from this beautiful overture performed at FSO’s March 16^th 2024 concert is presented.

Love Theme from “The Godfather” by Nina Rota

The “Love Theme from ‘The Godfather,'” as performed by the Frederick Symphony Orchestra, is a musical composition written by Nino Rota for the 1972 film “The Godfather,” directed by Francis Ford Coppola. This hauntingly beautiful piece of music, expertly interpreted by the Frederick Symphony Orchestra, is often associated with the romantic elements of the film, particularly the love story between the characters Michael Corleone and Apollonia. Nino Rota’s score for “The Godfather” is considered one of the most iconic and memorable film scores in cinematic history, and the “Love Theme” is a central and emotionally resonant part of that soundtrack. The Frederick Symphony Orchestra’s performance adds a special touch to this classic piece of film music.

Rachmoninoff Piano Concerto No. 2

“Piano Concerto No. 2 by Rachmaninoff,” performed by pianist Thomas Pandolfi accompanied by the Frederick Symphony, is a renowned and emotive composition for piano and orchestra.

Hoe-Down from Aaron Copland’s Rodeo

“Hoe-Down,” as performed by The Frederick Symphony Orchestra, is a renowned musical piece composed by Aaron Copland as part of his ballet “Rodeo.” “Rodeo” is a ballet composed by Copland in 1942, and “Hoe-Down” is one of the most well-known and recognizable movements from this ballet. The Frederick Symphony Orchestra’s rendition of this piece captures its lively and energetic style, which beautifully captures the spirit of a traditional hoedown dance. This orchestral performance has been widely acclaimed and enjoyed by audiences.