‘Cincinnati Enquirer’ Previews CCM’s March 2 Mahler Marathon

The CCM Philharmonia.

Janelle Gelfand provides an in-depth preview of CCM’s Mahler Marathon for the Cincinnati Enquirer. If you missed the feature in the Enquirer‘s Feb. 24 issue, you can find it online here.

CCM’s Concert Orchestra presents Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 in G Major, along with selections from his Des knaben Wunderhorn, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 2.

After a program break for dinner, the CCM Philharmonia will be joined by choirs from throughout the region at 8 p.m. for Mahler’s massive Symphony No. 3 in D Minor.

CCM Orchestras Mount a Mahler Marathon This March

Mark Gibson leads the CCM Philharmonia in rehearsals. Photography by Dottie Stover.

CCM’s Philharmonia and Concert Orchestras proudly present Gustav Mahler’s Third and Fourth Symphonies, along with other selections from the composer’s oeuvre, during a unique double-bill performance on Saturday, March 2, 2013.

This unique undertaking begins with a 4 p.m. performance by CCM’s Concert Orchestra, featuring selections from Mahler’s Des knaben Wunderhorn (The Youth’s Magic Horn), followed by his Symphony No. 4 in G Major.

At 8 p.m. that evening, the CCM Philharmonia will then present Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, his longest piece and the longest symphony in the standard repertoire.

Due to its length and the significant forces it requires, Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 is performed in concert far less frequently than his other symphonies, making this double-bill an especially rare feat. CCM Director of Orchestral Studies Mark Gibson conducts both symphonies.

“The Third and Fourth Symphonies of Mahler, based on the worldview and musical material from Des knaben Wunderhorn, outline the progress of humankind from earthly life to heavenly life,” Gibson explains. “I, along with 300 gifted student performers in our orchestras and choruses, look forward to sharing this unique spiritual and sonic journey with the Cincinnati public on March 2.”

The Reviews Are In For CCM’s ‘Turandot’

In case you missed last Friday’s concert performance of Turandot, both the Cincinnati Enquirer and Music in Cincinnati have posted reviews.

UC’s own News Record also reviewed the concert, which you can read here.

CCM’s Mainstage Opera Series resumes Feb. 10 -13, 2011 with Mozart’s timeless opera buffa The Marriage of Figaro, followed by the Studio Series production of Offenbach’s The Island of Tulipatan in March. Visit CCM’s website for more information on these upcoming productions.

The Enquirer Previews ‘Turandot’

The Enquirer‘s Janelle Gelfand recently attended Turandot rehearsals at CCM and provided a preview of the upcoming concert performance in Sunday’s paper. You can read her thoughts online here.

CCM presents Puccini’s Turandot at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 28 in Corbett Auditorium on the University of Cincinnati campus. Tickets are $20 reserved seating, $10 non-UC students, UC students FREE. UC student tickets are available day of performance only. Contact the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183 for more information.

CityBeat Previews ‘Turandot’

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In this week’s issue of CityBeat, Anne Arenstein takes a closer look at CCM’s collaborative concert presentation of Puccini’s Turandot. Click here for the full story.

The story of the beautiful but cold princess and the prince who wishes for her love is presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 28 in CCM’s Corbett Auditorium on the University of Cincinnati campus. Tickets are $20 reserved seating, $10 non-UC students, UC students FREE. UC student tickets are available day of performance only. Contact the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183 for more information.

CCM’s “Turandot” Marks a Cross-Cultural Tie

Photography by Jing Huan.

CCM begins its Winter Orchestra Series with a concert version of Puccini’s thrilling opera Turandot. The story of the beautiful but cold princess and the prince who wishes for her love is presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 28 in CCM’s Corbett Auditorium on the University of Cincinnati campus.

Announcing CCM’s Full Winter 2011 Schedule of Major Events

Photography by Jing Huan.

With December now upon us, we are happy to announce our full winter schedule of major events. CCM presents nearly 1,000 public events throughout the year and offers free admission to many of its performances. All events listed take place on the CCM campus and are free unless otherwise indicated. Some events require paid admission; please see individual event information for details and ordering information. View a digital version of our Winter Events Booklet here.