Word: solos
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...inclusion in Disney’s “Fantasia), the orchestra was finally given center stage to demonstrate its strong skills, independent of individual performers. The full orchestra ably captured the dramatic and frenzied mood of the piece. Of special note were the moving opening solo by bassoonist David L. Richmond ’06 and the resounding performance by the brass section, which effectively redeemed the section after their slightly pinched sound in their opening performance of Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait.” Despite some sparse flaws, however, the orchestra deserved...
Also during the program, the Harvard Krokodiloes offered the crowd the classic Scottish ballad of broken young lovers, “Sally Gardens,” with a solo sung by senior Matthew L. Christian ’06. Providing a contrast in style, the Harvard-Radcliffe Veritones performed the more lighthearted lustful love song “Breathless” by The Corrs, with a solo by Andrea M. Ellwood ’06. Other a cappella groups performing during the two-hour evening concert included the Fallen Angels and Harvard LowKeys...
...second event, John Harbison’s “Concerto for Viola and Orchestra,” was rare on two accounts. First, the composer was present in the audience; and second, the viola is rarely used as a solo instrument. “The traditional concerto is a battle between the soloist and the orchestra,” says Zander, and the viola—unlike its close cousin, the violin—has no chance of victory. With this in mind, Harbison, who plays the viola himself, cut the orchestra’s size significantly. The result...
...Symphony No. 3,” is an ode to the Rhineland full of passion and romance. Despite its well-known and well-loved opening theme, “Symphony No. 3” is rarely played in modern times because it poses many problems regarding orchestration. The solo lines are often masked by the rest of the orchestra and the final sound is a bit raw. Regardless, it is a fantastically energizing musical romance...
House: Kirkland Concentration: One of my biggest problems since starting college Hometown: Somewhere in the great State of Texas/Sparkling City by the Sea: Corpus Christi Greatest Accomplishment: Several solo piano performances in Carnegie Hall in New York City Ideal Date: February 30th Best way for a girl to get your attention: If she is wearing just cowboy boots and a smile Where to find you on a Saturday night: Alone in my room, organizing my Magic cards—not. First thing you notice about a girl: Her nice big morals Your best pick-up line: Did you just fart...