Two and a half hours with intermission
Sunday, April 14, 2024, 3:00 pm with pre-show concert chat 2:15 pm

The George Weston Recital Hall at the Meridian Arts Centre, 5040 Yonge St.
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About A Brave New World
Experience a bold and uplifting concert with Orchestra Toronto’s fourth concert of the season, “A Brave New World.” This concert celebrates the influence of music in the United States, showcasing the power of music to bring people together, inspire hope, and drive positive change.
The program includes Valerie Coleman’s “Umoja: Anthem of Unity,” a stirring piece that celebrates the power of togetherness and community, and Hindemith’s “”Symphonic Metamorphosis on themes by Carl Maria von Weber,”” which showcases the bohemian style and musical traditions that immigrants brought to America.
The concert also features Dvorak’s “Cello Concerto,” performed by Juno-nominated artist Winona Zelenka, which showcases the warmth and nurturing qualities of the cello and tells a powerful story of immigration and seeking hope in a new world.
“A Brave New World” is a concert that is both in your face and positive, with a warm and uplifting feel that is sure to leave you feeling inspired and optimistic. So, join Orchestra Toronto and celebrate the power of music that brings us all together and drives positive change.
On The Program
Michael Newnham
Conductor
Paul Hindemith | Symphonic Metamorphosis on themes by Carl Maria von Weber |
Antonin Dvorák | Cello concerto, featuring Winona Zelenka, Cello |
Featured Artists
Michael Newnham, Music Director – more about Michael Newnham ⟶
Winona Zelenka, Cello – more about Winona Zelenka ⟶