KAMUELA, HI–Sunday, March 26, 2023, at 2:00 PM, the Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra (KPO) ends its 2022-23 MasterWorks Season at Kahilu Theatre with its concert, Brilliant.
Under the direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Brian Dollinger, the Philharmonic will perform Johannes Brahms’s majestic and sweeping Symphony No. 1, and Antonín Dvorák’s stunning and deeply moving Violin Concerto. Brilliant promises to be a musical feast for all classical music lovers and more.
The Kamuela Philharmonic is pleased to feature the highly celebrated violinist Sirena Huang for her first-ever performance in Hawai‘i, playing Dvorák’s Violin Concerto. With her virtuosic playing, Ms. Huang has captivated audiences worldwide and has become a sought-after performer in major concert halls. She is considered by many to be one of her generation’s most celebrated violinists. Her soulful interpretation of Dvorák’s Concerto, which contains one of the most beautiful and expressive violin melodies in the classical repertoire, is a rare treat for audiences on Hawai‘i Island.
“When I started learning the violin, Dvorák quickly became one of the first composers I fell in love with. His music is always packed with so much emotion and has a unique sense of simplicity which I find very beautiful and moving,” stated Ms. Huang. “Playing his works allows me to wear my heart on my sleeve, and that’s always very exciting for me. I cannot wait to play this piece with the Kamuela Philharmonic!”
For the first time in over a decade, the Kamuela Philharmonic will perform Brahms’s Symphony No. 1. The breadth and scope of Brahms’s symphonies are awe-inspiring, and his First Symphony is a grand masterpiece. From the opening notes of the magnificent first movement to the rousing finale, it is a symphonic journey through a range of deep emotions and feelings. The finale’s unforgettable horn solo and the soaring melody of this symphony have captivated audiences for over 150 years. Brahms’s First Symphony is a must-hear masterpiece showcasing the best of the Romantic era.
“Brahms’s Symphony No. 1 is one of my all-time favorite pieces by Brahms, as a conductor and a double bassist. The many colors, rich textures and harmonies, and use of pitch center/keys create an incredible experience. Grand themes, melodic tension and release, and thunderous triumph culminate as the listener is taken on this exquisite musical journey,” added Brian Dollinger. “In many ways, Brahms has been compared to the great Ludwig van Beethoven, and this piece was foremost in this comparison as far back as its creation.
“Each time I prepare this work, I find new nuances and new textures to explore that make this work fresh and new to me through each and every performance,” Dollinger continued. “I look forward to bringing this incredible journey to life for our audience with our Philharmonic musicians.“
HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS
In compliance with County and State Department of Health guidelines, Kahilu Theatre requires all visitors to wear masks while in the facility. Theatergoers are encouraged to wash their hands and use hand sanitizer regularly; sanitizing stations are in the lobby.
TICKETS
Tickets for Brilliant are $65 / $35. They may be purchased online at kamuelaphil.org or by calling the Kahilu Theatre Box Office at 808.885.6868 or visiting the Box Office in person at 67-1186 Lindsey Road, Kamuela, HI 96743, Tuesday–Friday, Noon to 5:00 PM.
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The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra Society (KPOS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing live, high-quality orchestral music to audiences on Hawaii Island. KPOS celebrates and promotes the timeless beauty of classical music, as well as the rich cultural and musical traditions of the Hawaiian people. The Orchestra is a charitable organization described in Section 501(c)(3). Those who wish to contribute to this endeavor, either financially or in other ways, are encouraged to contact the KPOS through its website or at P.O. Box 2597, Kamuela, HI 96743.
