Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra
Preview of orchestra concert March 20
Diverse American musical styles will be celebrated when the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra
presents its pops concert “American Songbook” on Saturday, March 20 in Lake Geneva.
The concert begins at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of Badger High School, 220 South St., Lake Geneva.
A special reception will follow the concert when people will have an opportunity to talk to orchestra
members, partake of gourmet desserts, listen to orchestra ensembles and bid on silent auction items.
Returning for a guest appearance to conduct the orchestra will be Andrew Dogan.
He served eight years as the orchestra music director and conductor until his resignation
at the end of the 2008-09 concert season.
“This one-of-a-kind musical journey is an evening not to be missed,” Dogan said.
The concert begins with “American Salute” by Morton Gould, a composition Dogan said is “energetic.”
He noted that in “Reflections on Rushmore” composer Michael Gilbertson “vividly captures
the spirit of one of America's greatest monuments in a sweeping orchestral suite.”
Baritone Evan Bravos joins the orchestra to perform the complete cycle of “Old American Songs”
by Aaron Copland. “The 10 songs highlight the diverse style and character of American song,
with many familiar melodies and distinctive musical styles,” Dogan said.
The concert also consists of classic Big Band tunes by Duke Ellington and “Mississippi Suite”
by Ferde Grofe. “This four-movement suite is a musical depiction of America's mightiest river,
ending in New Orleans with an unforgettable musical portrait of Mardi Gras,” Dogan said.
To close the concert, the orchestra will play “From Sea To Shining Sea.”
The arrangement by Robert Wendel takes the listener on a trip across the United States.
The silent auction during the reception will include such items as an adult one-year membership
to the Lake Geneva YMCA, one-week youth session at Geneva Lake Sailing School, yard fountain
from Henri Studio, performance by Quartet Con Brio and overnight stay at Bella Vista Suites.
Tickets cost $25 per person or $100 for five people. To order tickets or obtain more information,
call 262-248-1198, visit www.lakegenevaorchestra.org or e-mail Mike Frazier at mike-lgso@wi.rr.com.