WHAT’S “BETTER TOGETHER”?

Magnificent concertos by Béla Bartók and Francis Poulenc.

“These pieces were written to showcase musicians: the great orchestra, the virtuosity of the pianists,” says guest conductor Francisco Noya.

Virtuoso pianist twin sisters Michelle and Christina Naughton.

"Indeed, I am ready to put them on a level with some of the greatest piano duos of our time...They have to be heard to be believed" –The Washington Post

Two gorgeous Steinway pianos on the Cape Symphony stage.

“It is fascinating to have two pianos on stage,” says Noya. “Generally, the lids are removed, so the sound is unhampered. The sound of the orchestra vibrates the piano strings and reverberates… the pianos are absolutely “better together.”

Cape Symphony Orchestra musicians and guest conductor Francisco Noya.

Teaching conducting at Berklee, Francisco Noya tells his students “You are not conducting violins, oboes, and trumpets, you are conducting people. We bring our own life stories into it. It’s a human enterprise… for me, that’s very important. I never allow myself to forget it.”

Our Better Together concert on April 6 and 7, 2024 features all this, and more. Don’t miss it!

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CAPE SYMPHONY PRESENTS: KABUJAZZ ENSEMBLE FEATURING CANDIDA ROSE

Cape Symphony Presents will host a Cape Verdean concert and party at our Falmouth campus (60 Highfield Drive) on Sunday, April 14 at 3:00 pm. The fabulous KabuJazz Ensemble featuring Candida Rose will be there. The President of the Cape Cod Cape Verdean Museum and Cultural Center will be there. Representative David Vieira of the 3rd Barnstable District will be there. We’ll have great music, great food, and great company. Only thing missing is you!

Born and raised in New Bedford, Candida Rose Baptista is a second-generation Cape Verdean vocalist, songwriter, entertainer, and music and cultural educator. “KabuJazz” is the fusion of her Cape Verdean musical roots with American (primarily jazz) influences. Candida’s uniquely compelling voice captivates and stirs audiences, combining the overtones and undertones of jazz, rhythm and blues, and gospel with just the right touch of international spice.

Here she is singing Kabu Verdi, Un Dia: Kabu Verdi, Un Dia - Candida Rose (youtube.com)

Dive into Cape Verdean culture, groove to the mesmerizing tunes of this sensational ensemble, and grab an early dinner from Falmouth’s famous “culinary chameleon on wheels.” Tickets are available at the door and through Eventbrite.

“Cape Symphony Presents” is a concert-promoting arm of Cape Symphony that brings unique, eclectic entertainment to venues across the Cape and Islands, introducing audiences to new musicians, ensembles, and a diverse array of musical genres.

TIX4MUSIC BRINGS CHILDREN TO CAPE SYMPHONY CONCERTS

Thanks to a generous donor, Cape Symphony offers children ages 6+ and their chaperones free tickets to select Cape Symphony Orchestra concerts, so that they can experience the thrill and beauty of a live professional orchestra performance. To learn the stories behind the music they’re about to hear, participants are also encouraged to attend the pre-concert talk an hour before the concert.

Tix4Music tickets are available for our Better Together concert on April 6 and 7. To request them, please use this form.

GET TO KNOW THE CAPE SYMPHONY DANCE COMPANY

This month, we invite you to "Get to Know" our flagship education programs here at Cape Symphony. Our series continues this week with this inspiring video about our Cape Symphony Dance Company:

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SUMMER CLASSES AT CAPE SYMPHONY

Cape Cod summers are perfect for taking up the ukelele! Instructor Joseph Scott will have you strumming the "world's friendliest instrument" beside a beach bonfire in no time. Cape Symphony offers Introduction to Ukulele for Youth and Introduction to Ukulele for Adults at our Barnstable and Falmouth campuses. No experience necessary! Students can rent or purchase a ukelele from Cape Symphony, or bring their own.

Cape Symphony offers a variety of summer art classes for children and youth: Children ages 5-8 will have lots of fun in Painting! We will review color mixing, texture, composition and all that our imagination can create. Drawing, for ages 9-12, explores the foundation of realism using different techniques and tools. Each student will have a chance to work on an independent project in a supportive group setting. Art Studio is for students ages 13-18 who want to develop their art in any medium or genre, refreshing knowledge of basic foundation while pushing some boundaries and taking risks. We can review school assignments and learn how to build portfolios for college. We will also learn how to talk about art and hold critiques in a positive, supportive environment.

A NEW INSTRUMENT FOR CAPE SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA

With the help of our Instrument Access Program and Cape Symphony Orchestra flutist and teaching artist Mariellen Sears (left), Cape Symphony was recently able to purchase a new piccolo for the Youth Orchestra. Helen (right), a sophomore at Sandwich High School, will make her piccolo debut at the Cape Symphony Youth Orchestra’s May 11 concert at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center.

A special thank you to the generous IAP donors who made this purchase possible. This innovative program is helping our young musicians gain access to instruments, private lessons, and tuition this season.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAPE SYMPHONY’S 2024 CRESCENDO GALA

Sponsorship opportunities are available for Cape Symphony’s Crescendo: An Evening of Joy, May 23 at Wychmere Beach Club. Maximize your business exposure! Confirming your sponsorship before ticket sales go live on April 1 will ensure all prospective ticket buyers see your logo.

Full benefits of sponsorship and auction item donation can be found on our Crescendo web page. All sponsorships include gala tickets and generous advertising opportunities. Sponsorships begin at $1,000. Auction item donors will receive advertising opportunities for their businesses as well.

We thank you for your support and hope to see you on May 23 at Wychmere Beach Club!

Special thanks to our first Crescendo sponsor:

THIS WEEK IN MUSIC HISTORY

Hungarian composer and ethnomusicologist Bela Bartók was born March 25, 1881. One of his most popular works is the five-movement Concerto for Orchestra, commissioned and premiered in 1944 by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Come hear your Cape Symphony Orchestra play this wonderful piece on April 6 and 7 at our Better Together concert.

And a very happy 77^th birthday to Sir Elton John, born March 25, 1947! Join the Cape Symphony Orchestra and guest artist Craig A. Meyer for an electrifying tribute to this sensational talent. Tickets are selling very quickly for The Elton John Experience on May 18 & 19… secure your seats today!