The UNLV Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of music director and conductor Taras Krysa, is proud to present Richard Strauss's tone poem An Alpine Symphony at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 26 in Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall.
An Alpine Symphony boldly describes the exhilarating expedition of a trek through the Alpine mountains. Strauss’ music paints vivid imagery that allows listeners to revel in the many glorious moments nature has to offer. Beginning just before dawn, the adventure features rivers, meadows, and even a hunting party. There is triumph as the hikers reach the summit, and turbulence when they are besieged by a violent storm on the climb back down. Eventually the sun sets on the horizon, leaving the hikers to return home cloaked in the familiar tranquility of the night that began their trip eleven hours earlier.
Tickets are $20 and available at the Performing Arts Center Box Office, online, or at 702-895-ARTS (2787). Discounts are available.
About the UNLV College of Fine Arts
The College of Fine Arts educates, empowers, and engages creative people to become visionary change-makers in the arts through acts of imagination. At UNLV we believe the arts are an essential good for society. We make education relevant and accessible through our programs and outreach. We create new knowledge in the arts. We celebrate independent thought and the power of bringing people together to foster creativity.
