04/30/2013
Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center
1941 Broadway
The Children’s Orchestra Society’s Young Symphonic Ensemble, featuring 47 talented young musicians, under the baton of COS conductor and music director Michael Dadap, will present the 19th Annual Discovery Concert and Benefit Gala at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center on Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Violinist Christine Kwak will be COS’ featured guest artist, performing Tchaikovsky’s violin Concerto in D, Op. 35. COS’ 2013 Senior Discovery Awardee, 13-year old Kenta Nomura will perform the Paganini’s Violin Concerto in D, Op. 6. The concert program also includes Bernstein’s Candide Overture and Dvorak’s Symphony #9, “New World.”
Now in its 44th season, the Children’s Orchestra Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to teaching children the language of music. “Our child-centered teaching approach is unique,” says Executive Director Yeou-Cheng Ma, daughter of the orchestra’s late founder, Dr. H.T. Ma. “Each individual child enjoys the benefits of music making in a supportive environment.” Members are given the opportunity to perform in orchestral and chamber music concerts with well-known musicians as well as with their peers. COS also strives to involve members with their communities through performances for civic and cultural groups. From a fledgling group of 35 string players in 1984, the organization today has grown to more than 150 students. The 47-member Young Symphonic Ensemble, with members from age 10 to 18, under the baton of Michael Dadap, draws its highly talented members from throughout the NYC metro area. The ensemble performs yearly at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center, plus other prestigious halls throughout the New York City area. The YSE has toured in the Philippines and Taiwan, as well as major North American cities.
Children’s Orchestra Society presents its 19th Discovery Gala Concert, featuring 13 year old violinist Kenta Nomura, 2013 Discovery Winner, guest artist Christine Kwak, Violin, the Young Symphonic Ensemble, Michael Dadap, conductor. Program: Bernstein’s Candide Overture, Paganini Violin Concerto, Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto, Dvorak’s New World Symphony. Tuesday April 30th, 7:30 pm at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center; 1941 Broadway @ 66th St. Tickets: $35, $50, $75. Call COS at 347-542-3308 for benefit tickets or Centercharge at 212-721-6500.