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Symphony Silicon Valley

Performing Arts for Youth Society

March 15, 2007

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Drawing on three highly entertaining and accessible pieces by 20th century composers, conductor Leslie Dunner and the 80-member Symphony Silicon Valley illustrate the three elements that make up all music (rhythm, melody and harmony) and the five specific ways that they can be manipulated (volume [dynamics], speed [tempo], tone color, range and texture). Students gain a simple framework for understanding music, made memorable by Dunner and the full orchestra. For example, Ravel’s irresistible “Bolero,” based on a Spanish and later Mexican dance rhythm, passes a simple repetitive melody about the orchestra, spectacularly transforming its impact ­ an unforgettable introduction to the instruments of the orchestra, and the idea of theme and variation. In Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare for the Common Man,” students will hear changes in tempo and texture vividly illustrated. Finally, excerpts from Kodaly’s “Hary Janos Suite” illustrate the magic of musical story-telling. Old Janos’ tall tales include his single-handed defeat of Napoleon’s armies; the piece begins with a musical sneeze, and continues with the striking of all the clocks in the Imperial Court. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a full symphony orchestra right here in San Mateo!

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  Tickets: $3 (reservations required)

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  March 15, 2007

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  10am, 11:30am

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  San Mateo Performing Arts Center

  600 North Delaware Avenue San Mateo, CA 94401

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