Symphony Spotlight
While our live performances are temporarily on hold, our musicians and staff have been working hard to bring you quality musical and educational content. We have many upcoming events you can enjoy in the comfort of your living room! Keep reading to find out more about our record launch, kid-friendly activities, and rebroadcasts of your favorite performances!
Albany Symphony clarinetist, Bixby Kennedy (bixbykennedy.com), shares a Gershwin-inspired piece by Paul Harvey and a work written for Bixby by Will Rowe (soundcloud.com/willrowecomposer).
You're Invited! This Land Sings Virtual Launch Party!
You may have already heard about Michael Daugherty's latest release, This Land Sings: Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie, which features David Alan Miller and The Dogs of Desire. But, did you hear about our upcoming Launch Party on Facebook Live?
David Alan Miller, Michael Daugherty, musicians from The Dogs of Desire, and many more will be celebrating the launch on Thursday, 5/21 at 7pm, and you're invited! There will be a virtual happy hour, discussions about the recording, and a few surprises!
This is a highlight of Maestro David Alan MIller's chat with Michael Daugherty. He shares a beautiful story about meeting his brilliant wife, Yopi Prins, in London.
Albany Symphony Hour
This Friday 5/15 at 6pm, tune in to WMHT at 89.1 FM Albany, 88.7 FM Poughkeepsie, or online at wmht.org/classical for another Albany Symphony Radio Hour! This week WMHT will be rebroadcasting the following pieces:
Anton Bruckner: Symphony No. 6
Benjamin Wallace: Chocolate Waltzes
Here is the next highlight of David Alan Miller’s chat with Composer Michael Daugherty. In this segment Michael plays his chosen instrument, the harmonica, and talks about Woody Guthrie.
International Day of Families
Tomorrow, Friday 5/15 is International Day of Families, and we're throwing a Zoom Party to celebrate! This event is perfect for kids and music lovers to show off their families and what makes them special! Register down below and visit our Facebook event for more information, and join the fun Friday 5/15 at 3pm!
Here is the next highlight of David Alan Miller’s chat with Composer Michael Daugherty. In this segment Michael plays his chosen instrument, the harmonica, and talks about Woody Guthrie.