Symphony's Youngest Orchestral Ensembles Present Winter Concert Feb. 6 At Jackson Theater

News Release Contact:
Sara Obuchowski, (707) 546-7097 ext 218

December 20, 2006

(SANTA ROSA, CA) – Santa Rosa Symphony’s Preparatory and Discovery Orchestras present their Winter Concert on Saturday, February 3, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at Sonoma Country Day School’s Jackson Theater. William R. Williams, long-time Symphony violinist and mentor to young musicians, conducts both ensembles.

The Preparatory Orchestra’s program consists of works by Bartok, Tchaikovsky, Corelli and Abel. The Discovery musicians will perform Copland’s “Hoe-Down” from Rodeo; Britten’s “Five Courtly Dances” from Gloriana (guest conducted by Benjamin Taylor); and Bach’s Double Violin Concerto featuring soloists Danielle Zotter and Therese Brown.

The Preparatory Orchestra, founded in 1977, is an entry-level ensemble that provides a rich educational experience for musicians who wish to play with a full orchestra while increasing their knowledge and performing with peers of comparable skill. The age range is approximately 7-14. The Discovery Orchestra, established in 1994, is an intermediate-to-advanced level, full orchestra for upper elementary, junior high and senior high school students up to 18 years of age.

Tickets for the Prep/Discovery Winter Concert are $8 in advance; at the door $10 for seniors/students and $12 for adults. Tickets can be purchased through the Rosa Symphony Box Office: (707) 54-MUSIC or online at www.santarosasymphony.com.