Symphony 2: American Veteran

Symphony 2: American Veteran
Saturday, November 2, 2024, 7:30 pm
WK Kellogg Auditorium
Battle Creek Community Chorus
Harper Creek High School Honors Choir
Kellogg Choral Union
Lakeview High School Chamber Choir
Pennfield High School Choir
The University of Olivet Chorale
Patrick Roberson, photographer

 

Throughout history, music has conveyed patriotism like no other medium could, and the Battle Creek Symphony is taking the stage in honor of America’s servicemen and servicewomen. The orchestra will perform patriotic favorites such as Battle Hymn of the Republic, Requiem for a Soldier from Band of Brothers, and the Armed Forces Salute. The symphony will be joined by eight choirs from throughout the region to send a unified salute to veterans. This multimedia event includes a photo slideshow with photographs of our local veterans.

  • We are reaching out to veterans in our community to photograph and honor them at this concert. If you know of anyone who would like be photographed, please contact us.
  • William Grant Still served in the Army during World War I and wrote music to honor the fallen soldiers of World War II. He wrote "I also hope that our tribute to those who died will make the democracy for which they fought greater and broader than it ever has been before."
  • Copland's opera The Tender Land was commissioned by the musical theatre duo, Rogers and Hammerstein, known for iconic shows such as Oklahoma and The Sound of Music.
  • Beethoven admired Napoleon and dedicated his Symphony No. 3 to the French general. However, he furiously withdrew his dedication when Napoleon declared himself emperor, violently scratching Napoleon’s name from the dedication page with such vigor that he tore through the paper. The “Eroica” (“Heroic”) symphony now represents lofty ideals, courage, and all the things you need to be a hero. We think it's the perfect choice for celebrating our local heroes.

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