Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony

Sun Valley Pavilion 300 Dollar Rd, Sun Valley, Idaho, United States

Plagued by insecurity, Tchaikovsky wrote about this symphony: “I am exceedingly anxious to prove to myself, as to others, that I am not played out as a composer.” Judge for yourself, but there’s a reason this monumental piece makes a great season finale: some of the loveliest tunes ever written, leading to a smashing and triumphant finale. The main challenge most audiences have is holding back their applause until the very end!

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National Hispanic LatinX Festival Performance

Roberta McKercher Park 810 3rd Avenue South, Hailey, ID, United States

Festival faculty and musicians team up with Wood River High School music educators and students for an ensemble performance of fun, eclectic, Latin-inspired music as part of the 4th annual National Hispanic Heritage Month festivities.

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5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Harp Music

Online broadcast at svmusicfestival.org

Principal Gretchen Van Hoesen presents two works for solo harp from her hometown of Pittsburgh: composer Gary Schocker’s “Quest" from "Quest-Reunion” and “Fire Dance” from Petite Suite for Harp by David Watkins. The broadcast will be available until Friday, November 5 at 6:30 PM (MT) on the Festival website, YouTube channel (youtube.com/c/SunValleyMusicFestival), and Facebook page (facebook.com/SunValleyMusicFestival).

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Upbeat with Alasdair: What Does a Conductor Do, Anyway?

In person at the Community Library or broadcast online on the Festival's website and YouTube channel 415 Spruce Ave N, Ketchum, United States

People have been using batons to “conduct” since the end of the 7th century, and the practice has become increasingly prevalent since. But why? As modern instruments developed, resulting in larger ensembles, helping musicians play together became more difficult. Conductors do that, but much more. They also shape phrases and interpret the composer’s intent. Find out how it all works, when Music Director Alasdair Neale hosts the next installment of his popular Upbeat with Alasdair speaking series, in person at the Community Library and livestreamed on the Festival's website and YouTube channel.

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