Auburn Symphony’s season begins with This Beautiful Earth, a program that embraces music’s deep connection to nature and culture. Gabriela Lena Frank’s Elegía Andina reflects on her diverse heritage with lush, folk-inspired melodies, while Joaquín Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez transports listeners to the gardens of Spain with its breathtaking lyricism. Internationally acclaimed guitarist JIJI, praised for her “mesmerizing” performances (The Washington Post), brings her extraordinary artistry to this timeless masterpiece. The concert concludes with Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony, a radiant and high-spirited work capturing the warmth and energy of sunlit landscapes.

Program
Gabriela Lena FRANK – Elegía Andina
Joaquín RODRIGO – Concierto de Aranjuez
Felix MENDELSSOHN – Symphony No. 4, “Italian”

Guest Artist
JIJI, guitar

Pre-Concert Talk: Ryan Dakota Farris
Join us at 1:30 PM for an engaging pre-concert talk with conductor Ryan Dakota Farris. With his dynamic background in orchestral conducting and performance, Ryan will delve into the inspirations and stories behind the evening’s program, This Beautiful Earth. Gain deeper insights into the music’s connection to nature and culture, setting the stage for a memorable concert experience.
Arrive early to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the performance.