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From the Conductor

I am proud of how the string players of the ensemble managed to safely rehearse and perform during the past year of the pandemic, thus maintaining our record of continuous operation since the orchestra’s founding in 1965.  I was even more gratified by how the Knox County community maintained support for the organization in spite of the challenges posed by the corona virus.  We were able to present our music via Internet livestream, yet we had difficulty getting publishers to respond to grant us licenses for extended broadcasts.  To solve that problem, the selections on this year’s season are all in the public domain, thus we will be able to share with impunity into perpetuity, should live performances not be possible!

I caution, however, that the pandemic is not yet under control.  The season outlined in this brochure is offered in the spirit of normalcy, but it must be noted that things may change in the interest of safety for both the orchestra members and you, our patrons. Masks will be recommended at the Nazarene University and at Kenyon College performances. They will be provided at the door for your convenience for adults and children. 

Please be sure to check the Symphony website for the most current information regarding our concerts. Thank you!
Dear Friends,
 
With warm, heartfelt greetings I welcome you to our 2021-2022 concert season. Being together again to enjoy beautiful classical music is truly a saving grace in these uncertain times. We can’t wait to see you again!
 
Our first concert is the free Children’s Concert on Sunday afternoon, September 26th at 3:00 p.m. Join the fun at Ariel-Foundation Park for this entertaining event for people of all ages. The festivities will include a musical treasure hunt and a 90th birthday celebration for William E. McCulloh, a founding member of the Knox County Symphony. Cake, cookies, and cider will be provided. Gund Gallery at Kenyon College will enrich the musical experience with a colorful array of art activities for the Symphony’s youngest patrons.
 
From Brahms to Dvořák our fall concert promises to be a listener’s delight.  As is tradition, the winter concert will showcase the winners of the Young Musicians Competition. In the spring, we are thrilled to welcome back pianist extraordinaire John Reitz to top off our season.
 
Your safety is our priority. The concert season may change in response to the pandemic. We will do our utmost to keep you fully informed. Please consult our website at www.knoxcountysymphony.org for the most current information.
 
Your devotion to the Symphony and your generous spirit of giving have brought music to life and inspired people of all ages to discover the beauty and power of classical music. Thank you for your unwavering support.
 
With sincere appreciation,

Magic McBride, 
​President, Knox County Symphony Board of Directors
CHILDREN'S CONCERT
Sunday, September 26, 2021 - 3:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center, 
Ariel-Foundation Park - FREE ADMISSION
A potpourri of music, on a treasure hunt for classical melodies!  In addition, a nonagenarian celebration marking the 90th birthday of violist William E. McCulloh, Emeritus Professor of Classics and a founding member of the Knox County Symphony!

FALL CONCERT
Saturday, October 30, 2021 - 7:30 p.m.
R. R. Hodges Chapel Auditorium, 
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
​The Fall pre-concert Halloween Eve Dinner and the after Concert Reception have both been cancelled. The Concert will be performed. Please wear a mask or one will be provided (adult and children will be available upon entrance).
Academic Festival Overture, op. 80 Johannes Brahms (1833–1897)
Serenade for Strings, op. 48
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
Perpetuum mobile, op. 257
Johann Strauss Jr. (1825–1899)
Symphony No. 9 in E minor, 
“From the New World,” op. 95
Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904)

WINTER CONCERT:
Saturday, February 12, 2022 - 7:30 p.m.
Rosse Hall, Kenyon College
Village of Gambier
Overture, The Hebrides 
(Fingal’s Cave), op. 26
Felix Mendelssohn - (1809–1847)

Selections TBA: 
Winners of the Young Musicians Competition

L’Arlesienne Suite No. 1
Georges Bizet (1838–1875)

SPRING CONCERT:
Sunday, May 1, 2022 - 7:30 p.m.
Rosse Hall, Kenyon College
 Selections TBA 
 Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major Johannes Brahms (1833–1897) 
John Reitz, piano
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