An American Adventure
October 3, 2009
8 p.m.
Special Guests:
Catherine Keen, mezzo-soprano
Erica Gelhaus, Miss Ohio 2009
Two iconic American composers and our very own Maestro Crafton Beck launch our season with a program that celebrates the spirit and grandeur of America. From Copland’s simple tribute to the dignity of the common man to Bernstein’s exuberant exploration of New York City, these works are fresh, strong and direct. The words of Abraham Lincoln and soloist Catherine Keen bring to life the optimistic tone that marks this distinctly American concert, featuring our debut of Three Songs by Crafton Beck.
| Aaron Copland | Fanfare for the Common Man |
| Traditional | National Anthem |
| Erica Gelhaus, Miss Ohio 2009 | |
| Leonard Bernstein | Three Dance Episodes from On the Town |
| The Great Lover Displays Himself | |
| Lonely Town | |
| Times Square | |
| Crafton Beck | Three Songs |
| The Whistle | |
| Old English | |
| Letter from the End of the World | |
| Catherine Keen, mezzo-soprano | |
| Aaron Copland | Lincoln Portrait |
| Mr. Everett Collier, narrator | |
| Aaron Copland | Appalachian Spring Suite |
| Irving Berlin | God Bless America |
| Erica Gelhaus, Miss Ohio 2009 |
Please join us immediately after the performance for a reception to honor our maestro and composer, Crafton Beck.
Catherine Keen, mezzo-soprano Erica Galhaus, Miss Ohio 2009
Special appreciation to the following concert underwriters:
