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MOZART & THE MAGICAL FLUTE
with featured soloist Dr. Kathryne Salo
WHERE: The Howard Performing Arts Center (directions)
WHEN: Sunday, March 15, 2020
TIME: Show @ 4pm; Pre-Concert Conversation @ 3pm
COST: $20 - $35 ($5 for Students)
As part of the Mainstage Series, the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present “Mozart and The Magical Flute.”
The program begins with Elgar’s Introduction and Allegro, followed by Britten’s first musical composition Sinfonietta. The program continues with featured soloist Kathryne Salo who is sure to dazzle on Ibert’s virtuosic piece Flute Concerto, and will end with Mozart’s familiar and iconic Symphony No. 40.
Dr. Kathryne Salo, a Miyazawa Emerging Artist, performs as Principal Flutist for the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra and Piccoloist for the Lansing Symphony Orchestra. She also serves as Instructor of Flute at Kellogg Community College and teaches at Ada Conservatory of Music. She completed her DMA at Michigan State University in 2017, where she served as Instructor of Flute that summer. As a soloist, Kathryne has performed with the MSU Symphony, the University of Tennessee Symphony, and Monroe (LA) Symphony. You won't want to miss this incredible performance.
Here is link to one of Kathryne's magical solo performances with the MSU Symphony.
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FLUTE MASTER CLASS
with Dr. Kathryne Salo
WHERE: Southwestern Michigan College, Dowagiac Campus, Lyon's Building (Band Room), 58900 Cherry Grove Road,
Dowagiac, MI 49047 (directions)
WHEN: Friday, March 13, 2020
TIME: 4pm (Approximately 90-minutes)
REGISTER: Call SMSO 269-982-4030
COST: FREE to attend and participate!The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra (SMSO) is pleased to invite local school band members to attend a "Flute Master Class" on Friday, March 13, 2020, at 4pm. The class will take place at Southwestern Michigan College (SMC), Dowagiac Campus, Lyons Building in the Band Room. It is FREE to attend and participate!
The “Flute Master Class” is expected to last approximately 90-minutes, and will take place the day before the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) Solo and Ensemble, so it is a great time to attend or participate for last minute tips. The SMC flute choir will perform, and students that would like to participate for evaluation should contact the SMSO office at 269-982-4030 to register.
Leading the class is Miyazawa Emerging Artist and Principal Flutist for the SMSO, Dr. Kathryne Salo. Dr. Salo also serves as Instructor of Flute at Kellogg Community College and teaches at Ada Conservatory of Music. She will perform as flute soloist along with the SMSO in the upcoming “Mozart and the Magical Flute” concert at the Howard Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 4pm. Each student who attends the “Flute Master Class”, will receive one free ticket to “Mozart and the Magical Flute.” Additional tickets for “Mozart and The Magical Flute” may be purchased by phone at 269-982-4030, online at smso.org, or at the Symphony Office: 513 Ship Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085.
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SMSO's FIRST TALENT COMPETITION
AUDITION
- WHEN: FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020
- WHERE: The GhostLight Theatre,
101 Hinkley St, Benton Harbor, MI
FINAL COMPETITION
- SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2020
- 8 FINALISTS (4 PER AGE GROUP)
- WHERE: Mendel Center, Grand Upton Hall
1100 Yore Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
We are searching for the greatest musical talent in Southwest Michigan! Could it be you or someone you know?
We are hosting our very first music talent competition. Talented singers, dancers, and instrumentalists; solo or group are welcome to audition.
Auditions take place at The GhostLight Theatre in Benton Harbor, and there are a limited number of audition spots available.The Auditions are expected to be a fun night with hours of entertainment. Audience is welcome to attend for $10, plus there will be a cash bar.
The final competition will take place Saturday, May 9, 2020, at the LMC Grand Upton Hall during our "Stand Up for Music" event. Winners from two age groups will receive CASH PRIZES!
Registration and details here:
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SMSO's 35th ANNUAL FLORAL SALE!
ORDERS DUE
- WHEN: APRIL 10, 2020
- FORMS AVAILABLE ONLINE or from the
SMSO, 513 Ship Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
PICKUP*
- WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2020
- 10am - 6pm ONLY
- WHERE: HOWARD ICE ARENA
2411 Willa Dr, St. Joseph, MI 49085
*Delivery is $10 for residential orders, or FREE to businesses and residential orders over $150.
Now that it finally feels like Spring is right around the corner, this is a great time to start planning your curb appeal and backyard flower garden. The SMSO's Annual Floral Extravaganza is a great way to purchase some beautiful blooms while supporting a local non-profit. This year you can choose from geranium bushes, hanging baskets or potted geraniums; potted New Guinea impatiens; potted Dragon Wing begonias; Supertunia Royal Velvet petunia baskets; Tuberous begonia baskets; fan flowers hanging baskets; impatiens hanging baskets or flats and begonia flats.
All proceeds benefit the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra's world-class performances and vital educational outreach programs to mentor our area’s youth.
DOWNLOAD your order form ONLINE, make your selection, and then MAIL or DROP-OFF at the SMSO Office along with your payment at: SMSO, 513 Ship Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085.
Orders not picked up on May 8th graciously accepted as a donation.
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