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SUMMARY:Symphonie Fantastique
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n									\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/symphonie-fantastique/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pulling Out the Stops
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/pulling-out-the-stops/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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SUMMARY:Onstage with HSO
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ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/onstage-with-hso/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220430T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220430T173000
DTSTAMP:20260502T082724
CREATED:20190429T222102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T200344Z
UID:1652-1651332600-1651339800@hollandsymphony.org
SUMMARY:Classics III: Beethoven 9 (3:30pm) sponsored by University of Michigan Health-West
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/classics-iii-beethoven-9-330pm/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T082724
CREATED:20210315T225149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T233602Z
UID:2463-1649836800-1649869200@hollandsymphony.org
SUMMARY:Link Up: The Orchestra Rocks!  School Fourth Grade Concert
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/link-up-the-orchestra-rocks/
LOCATION:DeWitt Auditorium\, Zeeland East High School\, 3333 96th Ave.\, Zeeland\, 49464\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220320T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T082724
CREATED:20210322T215604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T165958Z
UID:2551-1647790200-1647795600@hollandsymphony.org
SUMMARY:Classics Discovery: Out of this World
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/classics-discovery-out-of-the-world/
LOCATION:DeWitt Auditorium\, Zeeland East High School\, 3333 96th Ave.\, Zeeland\, 49464\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220313T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T082724
CREATED:20210617T200457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190014Z
UID:5162-1647183600-1647190800@hollandsymphony.org
SUMMARY:HSYO Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/hsyo-spring-concert-3/
LOCATION:Lokers Auditorium\, Cityside Middle School\, 320 East Main\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211211T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T082724
CREATED:20200331T221153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212522Z
UID:2160-1639251000-1639256400@hollandsymphony.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Concert: Home for the Holidays (7:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:Concert Sponsors:				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					& the snack wagon				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					ProgramInformationArtist biosOur Wonderful WorldSaturday\, August 12\, 2023\, 7:00 p.m. Henry P. VanderLinde Bandshell\, Kollen ParkAdditional solo pieces announced from the stage West Side Story SelectionsLeonard Bernstein\, arr. MasonMinka VariationsUkrainian folk song\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu AmorChristian Paul Garcia\, arr. ScheerSufro Por Tu Amor / How Long Must I Suffer for Your Love? 1. How long must I suffer for your love?You broke my heart–is that enough?I know you'll only hurt me\,but I just can't give you up. Why did your love for me grow cold? You know I gave you my heart and soul. If I could read your mind would I find that you don't know? I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. 2. They're telling you I don't deservethe love of such a perfect girl\, but I know you know the truthif you'd just listen to your heart. You're still with me in my memories.When I fall asleep you're in my dreams.I'm waiting for you to wake upand realize you love me.  I want to start again.I don't think this is the end.I believe there's something more to our love. Introduction and Rondo CapricciosoCamille Saint-SaensBabiryeSamuel Nalangira\, arr. ScheerBabirye* It’s time to be going\, and where we are going is so far\, so far away.  Our journey will lead into the mountains and into the forest where evening gets so dark.  If the way grows too dark our journey may be over; It may be too dangerous; there is so much to fear.  Please remember my precious daughter\, my baby girl you must be you must be very careful.  You must go where I go\, you must step where I step. I don’t always know what lies ahead.  There’s no time; now we must go. Just pack what you can carry and we’ll walk out the door.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  Stay by me. Stay very close. I will keep you safe though the way is long. We must keep moving on.  Hurry\, my love. My daughter\, my child\, we must go now.  Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away. Babirye\, my little girl. Babirye\, we must go away.  *”Babirye” means “the first born girl among twins.”  Dóng máu Lạc Hồng (The Children of Lac Hong)Vietnamese patriotic song\, arr. ScheerDòng máu Lạc Hồng / The Children of Lac Hong We bear the blood of Lac Hong. Four thousand years\, it still runs strong. Our hearts are one; heart of the dragon beats forevermore.  Throughout the land\, we hear its drum\, through generations echoes on. The hero’s call\, the mother’s song\, tell the proud tale once more.  Vietnam\, we’re filled with love as bamboo sways and rivers run. Birds take flight; they’re soaring on. We’ll sing the song of great Lac Hong.  Vietnam\, we sing the song\, and hand in hand\, we’re marching on. We’re the children of Lac Hong; heart of the dragon beating strong for love of Vietnam!  Wonderful Worldsarr. Victor LópezThe Music Unites Us concert will bring together local musical talent and the Holland Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking celebration of diversity at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday\, August 12 in Kollen Park. This free community concert aims to showcase cultures that make up Our Wonderful World here in West Michigan.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to scope out your spot for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from:Abeshia Ghanian CuisineCrepes by the LakeMezkla Taqeria & FruiteriaRobinson's Popcorn Music Unites Us is a collaborative musical effort between the Holland Symphony Orchestra and Holland community to celebrate diversity and showcase the musical gifts of frequently underrepresented groups of people. The concert will showcase Cumbia\, Vietnamese\, Ukrainian and Ugandan pieces reimagined with the support of a symphony orchestra\, as composed by Greg Scheer. We are also honored to feature Julia LaGrand as a guest violinist bringing attention and awareness to disability and inclusivity within our community.  This free community concert is made possible thanks to our concert sponsors: MillerKnoll Foundation\, Gentex Corporation\, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council\, the Brooks family\, Macatawa Bank and the snack wagon. The concert is partially sponsored by Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.   Additional thanks to our partner organizations: I AM Academy\, Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance\, Latin Americans United for Progress\, West Michigan Asian American Association\, Lakeshore Disability Network Grupo Super Nova is a Cumbia band of brothers from Puebla\, Mexico. Nate\, Christian\, Hector\, and Juan Garcia grew up in Holland\, Michigan after immigrating here in 1990. This family-centered band has adapted and grown over the years\, learning new instruments\, and trying new venues and events. They reflected that as Holland has become more diverse\, a lot of the community has become more interested in learning about other cultures. Playing with the symphony orchestra is a bucket list item!  Cuong Luong is a Vietnamese singer and performer who immigrated to West Michigan in 2015. In Vietnam\, he regularly competed in singing competitions and won numerous competitions\, including first place in Vietnam’s “The Voice.” He continues to compete in American Vietnamese vocal competitions with a growing following on YouTube. Luong uses his operatic influence and choreography to tell stories through music. He has dreamt of performing in front of an American audience and is excited that the Holland Symphony Orchestra has provided him this unique opportunity.  Nina Tritenichenko is a Ukrainian singer and Bayan accordion player who has lived in Holland for the past 12 years\, and fondly referring to the area as “New Ukraine” due to its similarity in climate. Tritenichenko has a master’s degree in music education and performance\, has taught lessons and grown a YouTube following with over 800 videos\, and accompanied an orchestra for the first time at the age of 9. She believes love is a language we can understand without translation and prefers to communicate through the power of music.  Samuel Nalangira is a Ugandan born musician and educator who relocated his talents to West Michigan in 2018. He uses his passion for and experience in traditional African music and dance to spread awareness and love through performances and lessons. He is constantly writing music\, inspired by everything around him\, and feels very blessed to be able to grow his music career here. Nalangia did not plan on staying in Michigan long term but was surprised by how welcoming and loving the people are here and cannot imagine leaving at this point. He is inspired by the good people in this community to continue to work hard and bring people together through music\, especially music that makes you want to dance!  Julia LaGrand is a classical violinist and disability advocate from Grand Rapids\, MI. LaGrand is passionate about exploring what disability can bring to classical music. Being blind has forced her to know the music inside and out\, including pieces that musicians don’t usually memorize as she cannot read and play at the same time. She believes “music can be a powerful social force.” Music can be transformative\, but in order to meet its full potential\, LaGrand notes that “it has to be a really\, really inclusive space.” These dual passions of music and inclusivity continue to drive her activism and educational pursuits as she begins Conservatory in the fall.  Greg Scheer is a composer\, author\, and speaker. His life’s work includes two sons (Simon and Theo)\, two books (The Art of Worship\, 2006\, and Essential Worship\, 2016)\, and hundreds of compositions\, songs\, and arrangements in a dizzying variety of styles. Greg is well-known for his sacred music\, with congregational songs in numerous hymnals\, dozens of choral anthems available from traditional and online publishers\, settings of 75 Psalms\, a hundred global song translations/editions\, and arrangements for choir\, orchestra\, piano\, and jazz ensemble.  Greg has composed for just about every ensemble: symphony orchestra\, string quartet\, brass quintet\, choir\, piano\, cello septet\, organ\, and electronic compositions. He has received commissions from Baylor University\, The Chagall String Quartet\, the Calvin Community Symphony\, and many others.  Greg has written pop\, rock\, jazz\, folk\, and punk for years. Currently\, he leads the St. Sinner Orchestra\, described as “a grand fusion of classical and rock music” and “Eleanor Rigby’s favorite band.” You can visit St. Sinner’s website to learn more and listen to our music. Also online is Greg’s 2013 solo album Half the Man.  Greg’s music blog is where he posts all his latest musical creations: demos of news songs\, live recordings\, experiments\, outtakes–anything he’s working on at the moment. Posts often include lyrics and the story behind the music. If you want to be the first to hear it\, you need to subscribe to the Musical Diary of Greg Scheer. 				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							[INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7643"]
URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/holiday-concert-home-for-the-holidays-730pm/
LOCATION:Dimnent Chapel\, 277 College Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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