Classic 107: “Forward Unto Dawn”: UMSO performs music of Mendelssohn, Schumann alongside a world premiere
February 20, 2024 —
The University of Manitoba Symphony Orchestra dives headfirst into a program of fiery, forceful and exciting German repertoire paired alongside a brand-new work by a student composer.
“This whole program ties itself together in, what I termed, ‘Forward unto Dawn,’ the title of the program” says UMSO Music Director Chen. “Going from some very dark places (musically)… but really going forwards toward a more optimistic ending.”