Learn about the piece:
Knoxville: Summer of 1915
Composed by
Samuel Barber
1910-1981
Orchestration
solo soprano, flute (doubling piccolo), oboe (doubling English horn), clarinet, bassoon, 2 horns, trumpet, percussion, harp, strings
notes by Chris Myers
Coming 10/15/22
Celebrating America
Sparks will fly with the joy, energy, and diversity of American music. Enjoy favorites from William Grant Still, Aaron Copland, and Joan Tower. Experience the Coltrane-inspired virtuosity of John Adams’ spirited Saxophone Concerto.