Little Orchestra Society Presents Making a Joyful Sound Concert 12/11
By: BWW
News Desk Dec. 11, 2011
On Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 5:30 p.m., The Little Orchestra Society, under the direction of guest conductor Constantine Kitsopoulos, will present "Making a Joyful Sound," a holiday celebration honoring the life and legacy of the late Maestro Dino Anagnost, at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity (319 E. 74th Street). In a Byzantine-domed, candlelit setting filled with exquisite mosaics and staiNed Glass, the Orchestra, with internationally renowned soprano soloists Angela Meade and Indra Thomas, and The Orpheon Chorale, will perform the "Christmas Concerto" by Corelli, "L'adorazione dei Magi" from Trittico Botticelliano by Respighi, Fantasia on Greensleeves by Vaughan Williams, and Maestro Anagnost's special arrangement of Christmas music in the rich Byzantine tradition. In a joyous finale, the audience will be invited to join the Orchestra, soloists and chorus in singing beloved carols.
Maestro Anagnost's dedication to, and personal affection for, classical music and audiences of all ages has led generations of New Yorkers into the world of music. The concert and Benefit Dinner at the Metropolitan Club (One East 60th Street) following, will support The Dino Anagnost Fund for Programming. Maestro Anagnost was The Little Orchestra Society's Music Director for 32 years.Tickets to this Cathedral Candlelight Concert are available for $45 to $175 by calling 212/971-9500 or at littleorchestra.org.Tickets to the Benefit Dinner are $600 (includes concert seating and transportation from the performance to the dinner), available by calling Carrie Edmundson at 212/971-9500, ext. 102, or emailing her at cedmundson@littleorchestra.org.Videos