Hello Friends!
Welcome to November, a month of pumpkin flavors nestled between Halloween candy and holiday cookies! It is also a time to reflect with gratitude and thankfulness. We here at the Mid-Columbia Symphony are thankful for each and every one of you for being a part of our musical family.
We are in full swing of our 81st season–Resound: Together in Action, United in Sound!
JOYFUL RESONANCE CONCERT
We know this is a busy time of year, so you will want to mark your calendar now for our Joyful Resonance concert! Featuring holiday classics such as We Wish You a Merry Christmas and Christmas Eve/Sarajevo (by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra), to new favorites from films like Home Alone and Frozen, it is sure to be a show the entire family will enjoy. We are especially excited to share that our friends, the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers, will be joining us to spread extra holiday cheer!
There are two opportunities to catch the holiday music magic at Richland High School: December 20 at 7:30pm or December 21 at 3:00pm. This is our most anticipated concert of the season, and tickets are on sale now…but going fast! To purchase tickets, visit: https://app.arts-people.com/?show=296274
MID-COLUMBIA YOUTH SYMPHONY CONCERT
Our amazing young musicians will be taking the Richland High School Auditorium stage on November 24 at 7:30pm for their first concert of the season! The MCYO is a shining gemstone in our community. It is a wonderful opportunity for talented young players from around the Tri-Cities area to develop advanced musical skills, learn collaboration and leadership, and make amazing memories with friends who share their passion. Plus, every concert brings the community a little closer together.
This concert will feature music by Vivaldi, Coleridge-Taylor, Prokofiev, and more! Admission is free, and donations are always accepted and appreciated.
MID-COLUMBIA SYMPHONY MUSICIANS OUT AND ABOUT!
Mid-Columbia Symphony musicians are a busy bunch! While many play with surrounding community’s orchestras, several also participate in musical groups of all genres! In the next few weeks, you might catch some of our talented musicians performing around the community, such as at the Emerald of Siam, with Les Stress & the Testers at Michelle, or in Mid-Columbia Opera’sinaugural performance of Handel’s Messiah. There is always some music to be enjoyed in the Tri-Cities!
ADVERTISER SHOUT-OUT
We would like to extend our gratitude to Lydeen Music Services LLC for advertising in our concert programs. When an instrument is in need of repair, they are the local experts! Trusted by professionals, teachers and students thanks to their quality work honed by over 30 years of experience. Whether your flute needs new pads, your trumpet valve is sticky, or your violin bridge is askew, Lydeen Music Services will make your instrument sing again! We are so thankful to have their support! Visit them online at www.LydeenMusic.com
WANT TO BE A PART OF THE MUSIC? CONSIDER BEING A HOME STAY HOST!
Our Home Stay Program offers an easy and meaningful way for community members to support the Mid-Columbia Symphony! Many of our professional musicians reside throughout the PNW (and beyond!) and travel to the Tri-Cities to help bring live music to our community. By opening your home to a traveling musician, you provide more than just a place to stay. You offer comfort, hospitality and connection that really helps our musicians feel home while away from home. To show our appreciation, we offer all host families two complimentary tickets to the performance featuring their hosted musician!
To learn more about our Home Stay Program, or to sign up, visit: https://tinyurl.com/msrhf3cw
Thank you for being a part of our musical family, and give thanks for each and every member. We cannot wait to see you at our Joyful Resonance concert next month!
Yours in Music & Friendship,
Marella McGreal
MCS Board Member & Principal Bass