BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Holland Symphony Orchestra - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Holland Symphony Orchestra X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hollandsymphony.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Holland Symphony Orchestra REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240810T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240810T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T215627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T184522Z UID:11373-1723305600-1723321800@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Unites Us: Brazil! Finale at Kollen Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-unites-us-brazil-finale-at-kollen-park/ LOCATION:Kollen Park Henry VanderLinde Bandshell\, 240 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/choro-das-3©-flavio-torres-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240810T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240810T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T195522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T164133Z UID:11361-1723284000-1723287600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Sensory Art & Concert at Holland Museum 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-sensory-art-concert-at-holland-museum/ LOCATION:Holland Museum\, 31 W. 10 Street\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Sensory-Image-1-w-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240809T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240809T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T181703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T161151Z UID:11358-1723228200-1723233600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Lakeshore Big Band 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-lakeshore-big-band-concert/ LOCATION:Kollen Park Henry VanderLinde Bandshell\, 240 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lake-Shore-Big-Band.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240809T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240809T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T180508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T161110Z UID:11355-1723224600-1723228200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Swing Dance Lesson at Kollen Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-swing-dance-lesson-at-kollen-park/ LOCATION:Kollen Park Henry VanderLinde Bandshell\, 240 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SwingDanceWilsonWalker.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240809T101500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240809T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T175450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T161039Z UID:11294-1723198500-1723201200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Zumba Gold at Evergreen Commons 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-zumba-gold-at-evergreen-commons/ LOCATION:Evergreen Commons\, 480 State St\, Holland\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EvergreenCommonsbyShandra1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T174713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T161009Z UID:11291-1723141800-1723149000@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Hip Hop Lesson & Dancing at GDK Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-hip-hop-lesson-dancing-at-gdk-park/ LOCATION:GDK Park\, 5 West 8th Street\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Hip-Hop-Dance-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T104500 DTSTAMP:20260418T105655 CREATED:20240716T030526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T160931Z UID:11289-1723111200-1723113900@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Dutch Dance at Centennial Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-dutch-dance-at-centennial-park/ LOCATION:Centennial Park\, 250 Central Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/tltulilptime3-updated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240807T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240807T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240711T233631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T160855Z UID:11286-1723057200-1723060800@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Salsa Dancing & Lesson at Holland State Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-salsa-dancing-lesson-at-holland-state-park/ LOCATION:Holland State Park\, 2215 Ottawa Beach Rd\, Holland\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TLsalsa1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240807T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240807T103000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240716T024409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T184806Z UID:11284-1723023000-1723026600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Kids Polynesian Story & Dance at the Farmers Market 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-kids-polynesian-story-dance-at-the-farmers-market/ LOCATION:Holland Farmers Market\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image_50752257.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240806T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240806T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240716T022721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T212636Z UID:11312-1722949200-1722952800@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Adults Groove Dance at Centennial Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-adults-groove-dance-at-centennial-park/ LOCATION:Centennial Park\, 250 Central Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Centennial-Park-big.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240806T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240806T124500 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240715T232553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T212519Z UID:11307-1722945600-1722948300@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Kids' Groove Dancing at Centennial Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-kids-groove-dancing-at-centennial-park/ LOCATION:Centennial Park\, 250 Central Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Centennial-Park-Oz-Wall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240806T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240806T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240715T231657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T212410Z UID:11277-1722938400-1722942000@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Music Moves Us: Sound Bath + Yoga at Tunnel Park 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/music-moves-us-sound-bath-yoga-at-tunnel-park/ LOCATION:Tunnel Park\, 192 North Lakeshore Drive\, Holland\, 49424\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/yogaJasmineJelsema.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20240321T002804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T220005Z UID:10492-1718910000-1718917200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Pops at the Pier: Broadway Our Way 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/pops-at-the-pier-broadway-our-way/ LOCATION:Eldean’s Boat Shed\, 2150 S. Shore Drive\, Holland\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pops-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230419T200524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T205047Z UID:8283-1714246200-1714253400@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Night at the Opera 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/night-at-the-opera/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MBH.HS_-scaled-e1705260013957.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20231228T172953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T184018Z UID:9527-1711292400-1711299600@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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/hsyo-spring-concert-5/ LOCATION:DeWitt Auditorium\, Zeeland East High School\, 3333 96th Ave.\, Zeeland\, 49464\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/HAYO-photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240311T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20231229T005734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T001452Z UID:9556-1710147600-1710158400@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Link Up - The Orchestra Moves 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/link-up-the-orchestra-moves/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/1314_Lockup_Moves_Transparent_RGB_lightBG-e1705259675104.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230419T200413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T031333Z UID:8279-1710012600-1710019800@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Surprise Symphony 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/surprise-symphony/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/23-24-Event-Pics.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240127T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240127T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20231226T175725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T201647Z UID:9524-1706360400-1706367600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Young Artists Competition Public Recital 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/young-artists-competition-public-recital/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/YoungArtistCompetition-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20231108T152520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T153604Z UID:9419-1702150200-1702155600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/celebrate-the-season-3/ LOCATION:Dimnent Chapel\, 277 College Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230703T171711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T224016Z UID:8894-1702135800-1702141200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/celebrate-the-season-2/ LOCATION:Dimnent Chapel\, 277 College Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231119T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20231101T003040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T001552Z UID:9352-1700406000-1700413200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:HSYO Fall 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/hsyo-fall-concert-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HAYO-pic-fall-2019-small-1024x737-1-e1623945205856.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231028T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230419T194717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T215404Z UID:8274-1698521400-1698528600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Brahms 3 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/brahms-3/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230419T194431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T002856Z UID:8267-1696102200-1696109400@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:The Planets 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/the-planets/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230812T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230419T183745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T163223Z UID:8264-1691866800-1691874000@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Community Concert: Our Wonderful 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/8264/ LOCATION:Kollen Park Henry VanderLinde Bandshell\, 240 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/5-2-23_MUU-FB-Event-Photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230622T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230622T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20230418T223000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230617T163753Z UID:8257-1687460400-1687467600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Pops at the Pier 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/pops-at-the-pier/ LOCATION:Eldean’s Boat Shed\, 2150 S. Shore Drive\, Holland\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20220519T222943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T101817Z UID:6796-1682191800-1682199000@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Romantic Masterpieces 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/romantic-masterpieces/ LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts at Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/David-Grogan-e1653058285401.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230326T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20220906T020612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T013349Z UID:7326-1679842800-1679850000@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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/hsyo-spring-concert-4/ LOCATION:West Ottawa Harbor Lights Middle School\, 1024 136th Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HAYO-pic-fall-2019-small-1024x737-1-e1623945205856.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230319T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230319T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20220519T222933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T012655Z UID:6794-1679239800-1679245200@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Dance into Spring! 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/dance-into-spring/ LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W. 8TH STREET\, Holland\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/H2-Dance-1-scaled-e1653058035274.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221210T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20220519T222923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T204453Z UID:6792-1670686200-1670691600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Holiday: Celebrate the Season 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/holiday-celebrate-the-season/ LOCATION:Dimnent Chapel\, 277 College Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2020-Michelle-Areyzaga-1-e1652998667569.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221210T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T105656 CREATED:20220519T222923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T204453Z UID:6792-1670686200-1670691600@hollandsymphony.org SUMMARY:Holiday: Celebrate the Season 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 ProgramInformationArtist bioSunday\, November 19\, 2023 at 3:00pmWest Ottawa Performing Arts CenterHolland\, MichiganHOLLAND AREA JUNIOR STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Bella Bocca Polka Op. 163 Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob PhillipsBartok Song and Dance for String OrchestraBela Bartok/arr. Deborah Baker MondayShamrock Polkasarr. Andrew H. DabczynskiHOLLAND AREA CONCERT STRINGSKyle Nester\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Prelude from Holberg SuiteEdvard Grieg/arr. Brendan McBrienAshokan FarewellJay Ungar\, arr. Calvin CusterThemes from The Rite of SpringIgor Stravinsky/arr. Bob LiptonConcerto Grosso Op. 6\, No. 1AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel/arr. Sandra DackowHOLLAND AREA YOUTH ORCHESTRAChristopher Fashun\, Music Director and ConductorTori Zokoe\, General ManagerJaclyn Klinger\, ManagerKatie Rae Hayduk\, Rehearsal Manager Symphony No. 94 in G major ("The Surprise")Franz Joseph Haydn  Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai AndanteMenuettoAllegro di moltoBrazilian choros featuring guest artist Choro das 3Boca de Goiaba        Elisa\, Lia\, Corina\, e Eduardo Meyer Ferreira/arr. Christopher FashunPé de Frango            Elisa\, Corina a\, e Lia\, Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh Trentadue Tucunaré         Elisa Meyer Ferreira/arr. Josh TrentadueTico-Tico no Fuba  Zequinha Abreu/arr. Marty GoldTickets will be available for purchase at dress rehearsal and at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for students ages 6-college. Children under 6 are free. Choro das 3 Artist BiographyChoro das 3 is a Brazilian band of three sisters. The band plays Brazilian instrumental music based on choro\, an instrumental music genre that emerged in Brazil in the 19th century to become the foundation for all Brazilian music. Choro das 3 is in the US playing their 8th USA Tour. Of the three sisters in the band\, Corina\, the oldest\, plays flute and piccolo\, Lia plays acoustic 7 string guitar\, Elisa\, the youngest sister\, plays mandolin\, clarinet\, banjo\, piano and accordion. In Brazil\, Choro das 3 has played for presidents and for huge audiences such as São Paulo's New Year's Eve Party (2 million people). It has been on national TV many times\, including the Jo Soares show (the Brazilian version of "The Tonight Show”). From 2013 to 2019\, Choro das 3 toured in the USA annually. Reviewers say the band is\, “superbly talented\,” “cohesive\,” and “beguiling.” Renowned musician Mike Marshall says that Choro das 3 plays ". . . some of the most inspired and inspiring music . . . the highest level of musicianship and presentation . . . the highest quality of Brazilian Choro music that can be heard any place today." The Covid pandemic caused Choro das 3 to cancel plans for their 2020 USA tour. Tragically\, Eduardo\, the father of the three sisters\, lost his life to Covid early in the pandemic\, before vaccines were available. Eduardo was the band's percussionist from its beginning. He played pandeiro (Brazilian tambourine). Bravely\, the sisters resolved to continue as Choro das 3\, but they play every song in their father's memory.Kyle Nester Kyle Nester graduated from Alma College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree.  While in college\, he participated in orchestra\, marching band\, jazz band\, percussion ensemble\, and choir.  Mr. Nester spent a term in Vienna\, Austria and studied violin with Maeve Auer from the Universitat fur Musik und Darstellende Kunst.  After college\, he was a soloist in the Baroque on Beaver Music Festival and performed with Josh Groban a few times.  After a long-term substitute teacher position in Fremont\, Michigan\, he taught 5th - 12th grade orchestra at Chippewa Hills School District for seven years.  After his wife Andrea finished her law degree at Michigan State University\, the couple moved to West Michigan. He started teaching at Holland Christian in 2012 and Andrea was employed in a law firm in downtown Grand Rapids.  Recently\, Mr. Nester has been interested in fiddling and started the Michigan Academy of Folk Music with Nate Roberts from Hope College.   Mr. Nester enjoys running races\, enjoying nature\, playing music\, and traveling.  They have three “interesting” cats and a planted freshwater fish tank.     Christopher H. Fashun Christopher H. Fashun is an incredibly diverse and versatile conductor\, performer\, and educator. He brings over two decades of experience as a music educator leading middle school\, high school and collegiate band and orchestra programs in addition to directing jazz and percussion ensembles. A 2018 recipient of a U.S. Postdoctoral Fulbright Award in All Disciplines\, Dr. Fashun will be living and researching Afro-Brazilian music in Salvador da Bahia\, Brazil during the summer of 2019.  His project will focus on the dissemination of Afro-Brazilian music and culture in the city of Salvador.  An accomplished percussionist and violist\, he has several years of orchestral and chamber music experience and has enjoyed success in both areas as a soloist by winning three concerto competitions\, one on viola and two on marimba. Dr. Fashun is an active guest conductor\, clinician\, adjudicator\, and percussionist.  He is a frequent presenter at music education conferences and is a highly sought after clinician and conductor.  Notable engagements include the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra\, Holland Symphony Orchestra\, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra\, St. Ambrose University Community Symphony Orchestra\, the University of Iowa Philharmonia and All-University Orchestras.  Dr. Fashun has conducted the Symphony String Orchestra at the Iowa IMEA Conference for the All-State Iowa Junior Honors String Orchestra Festival Concert and the Midwest Mennonite Festival Orchestra and Concert Band.  He has served on the music faculties at St. Ambrose University\, Goshen College\, and Hope College.  His research in conducting combines developing musicianship from the podium and health and wellness for music educators.  When he’s not making music\, he is either cycling\, paddle boarding\, or practicing Pilates and enjoying the fabulous beaches in Holland (in the summer\, of course) with his wife and daughter.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [INSERT_ELEMENTOR id="7527"] URL:https://hollandsymphony.org/events/holiday-celebrate-the-season/ LOCATION:Dimnent Chapel\, 277 College Ave.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hollandsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2020-Michelle-Areyzaga-1-e1652998667569.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR