Inside The Classics
Greenstein: Acadia World Premiere
Composing in a New York Minute
Sat Mar 31, 2012 8PM
Orchestra Hall (Get Directions)
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
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- Minnesota Orchestra
- Sarah Hicks, conductor
- Sam Bergman, host
| GREENSTEIN | Acadia [World Premiere] |
Here’s collaborative art in its purest form—the Musical MicroCommission, a one-of-a-kind project that brings music lovers closer to the music than ever by engaging them in the process of commissioning a new symphonic work. Donations of all sizes played a role in bringing to life Acadia—a brand new work by New York-based composer Judd Greenstein. Don't miss an onstage appearance by Judd, who will be here to talk about the exciting process!
Learn more about the project here.
Please note: the first half of this event will be filmed and projected on a large onstage screen to enhance your experience. After intermission, the orchestra will perform Acadia in its entirety.
A fun and fresh guide to understanding the music.
With lively discussion and shared musical insights, Sam and Sarah lead audiences through a fun and fresh exploration of the music during the first half of the concert, followed by a full performance of the featured work after intermission. Learn more about Inside the Classics »
A Musical Microcommission
The Minnesota Orchestra launched our first Musical MicroCommission—an initiative to bring a new work by American composer Judd Greenstein to the stage of Orchestra Hall—with funding from hundreds of "micro" donations from music lovers across Minnesota and beyond. Judd will join conductor Sarah Hicks and host Sam Bergman for the world premiere at these concerts for an illuminating look at the piece during the first half, followed by a complete performance after intermission. In the months leading up to the premiere, you'll have the chance to connect with Judd and hear about his progress through our Inside the Classics blog.
Concert Activities
Informal and informative pre- and post-concert discussions with seating anywhere on the main floor. Concert tickets required.
Post-concert Q&A with Sarah Hicks, Sam Bergman and Judd Greenstein
Get to know another side of Judd Greenstein.
New Amsterdam Records founders, label mates, and very special guests will perform new work by Judd Greenstein, Nico Muhly, Missy Mazzoli, William Brittelle, Ryan Brown and more on Thursday, March 29, at Bryant Lake Bowl in Minneapolis. Presented by Kate Nordstrum Projects, this event is a great opportunity to hear another side of Greenstein’s repertoire before the world premiere of Acadia at Orchestra Hall. Check out the event here.
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