Rose Of Sonora

I had an absolute blast on this podcast! Back in December, I met Phil Mershon on a 5:15 AM flight, and we instantly hit it off. Phil is an expert in creating unforgettable events, so it was fascinating to explore the symphony world through his lens! In this episode, we dive into: ?? How performing in prisons reshaped my understanding of music’s impact ?? Creative ways symphonies are competing with modern entertainment ? The art of "breaking the fourth wall" to create real audience connections ??? Why concerts should be crafted like carefully planned meals for deeper engagement ?? Innovative approaches to make classical music more accessible and meaningful From pairing wines with violin concertos to designing multi-sensory experiences, we explore ways to transform traditional events into magnetic gatherings that keep audiences coming back for more. If you're passionate about live performance, audience engagement, or crafting meaningful experiences, you won’t want to miss this conversation! Let me know what resonates when you listen to it! Organizations and people mentioned in this cast: Arts Capacity, Katelyn Mattson, Daniel Hege, TIME FOR THREE FOUNDATION INC, Radio Kansas, Wichita Symphony Orchestra, UpStageCRM, The Rose Of Sonora, George S. Clinton, Tim Hinck, Drew McManus, NORTON'S BREWING LLC https://lnkd.in/d-PnGv-T

A wonderful performance with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra and maestro Kermit Poling ! The orchestra sounded terrific and the admin team made George and my time there so smooth and welcoming, special thanks to executive director Morgan Walker! After Rose Of Sonora was performed, we went to visit with donors and it was so great to see Libby again...she's attended a few concerts I was featured soloist. she's a big classical music fan!

We're so excited to bring this wild western violin concerto to Denver! #Giddyup #Western #Concerto #FilmComposer #Symphony #LoveLossRevenge #west #oldwest #historic #outlaw #women #woman #gold

"You had me at “an epic orchestral celebration of the Wild West,” and on the start day for the National Western Stock Show, no less. Some classical Americana with galloping hooves and western film scores with solo violinist Holly Mulcahy returning to her roots. "“I grew up in Colorado, but the West has really shaped me as a musician,” she told The Transylvania Times. This Denver premiere of American composer George Clinton’s concerto “Rose of Sonora,” is a high stakes adventure of love, tragedy and vengeance in modern-day Arizona. Here's a special tip:?Get 25% off tickets?with promo code GOWEST25 at check out." We are excited to be a pick by Colorado Public Radio CPR Classical for must see concerts to kick off the new year! https://lnkd.in/gg_DRRvV

“George S. Clinton’s new violin concerto, The Rose of Sonora, is a magical movie of the mind. He takes us on a thoroughly entertaining and often moving journey, all the while expertly using the soloist and orchestra to their fullest.” - Peter Golub, Director of Sundance Film Music Program

?? ?? Warm holiday greetings to the wonderful orchestras that have shared George S. Clinton's Rose Of Sonora, the epic western violin concerto, with audiences this year and in years past! ? Here’s to a new year filled with music that inspires, captivates, and blooms as beautifully as the desert rose. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey! Symphony of the Rockies (Jan 11th!) Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (Feb 15th!) South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Evanston Symphony Orchestra Reading Symphony Orchestra South Carolina Philharmonic #BrevardPhilharmonic Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra Idaho Falls Symphony Lakeview Orchestra Sequoia Symphony Orchestra Wichita Symphony Orchestra Brevard Symphony Orchestra #BryanSymphonyOrchestra Anderson Symphony Orchestra South Bend Symphony Orchestra Adrian Symphony Orchestra #TexasStateOrchestras Chattanooga Symphony & Opera For more information: www.roseofsonora.com

?? Colorado friends—and anyone traveling to Colorado for this special event! ?? Use the QR code below to snag a 25% discount for an unforgettable evening with Maestro Devin Patrick Hughes and the Symphony of the Rockies. George S. Clinton’s violin concerto, The Rose Of Sonora, is set for January 11th! ???? This concerto is as close to an immersive experience as orchestral music can offer. We can't wait to share its story with you! Hope to see you there! ?? #immersive #experience #wildwest #violinconcerto #engagement #story #fun #Colorado #Denver

? We've had so many people ask what this concerto has been paired with! ? Here's the latest tally: Copland's "Billy the Kid Suite," (6 times!) Copland's "Rodeo Suite,"(4 times!) Copland's "Appalachian Spring Suite" (2 times!) Gershwin's "American in Paris" (2 times!) Barber's Symphony #1 Respighi's "Pine of Rome" (2 times!) Tchaikovsky Symphony #4 Beethoven's Symphony #1 Beethoven's Symphony #5 Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique" Grofe's "Grand Canyon Suite" Elgar's "Enigma Variations" Smetana's "The Moldau" Dvorak's Symphony #8 ?? What would your orchestra pair this epic western concerto with? ?? ??

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Another great concert in the books! Thank you to South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and maestro Kermit Poling, executive director, Sara Coffman and the wonderful musicians for a very compelling and fun concert! Audience was on their feet and we couldn't have been happier! Next performance of Rose of Sonora violin concerto will be in Denver Colorado with Arapahoe Philharmonic and maestro Devin Patrick Hughes!! If your orchestra is interested in booking this audience favorite, reach out through our website: https://lnkd.in/gbFfUvW8 #western #wildwest #narrative #innovative #experience #experiential #concert #concerto #violin #outlaw #audience #audienceengagement