About this Event
Smithsonian Orchestra in Capitol Hill
Come join us for a magical evening with the prestigious Smithsonian Academy Orchestra right here in Capitol Hill! Get ready to be mesmerized by the enchanting melodies of classical music performed by talented musicians. This in-person event promises an unforgettable experience filled with beauty and harmony. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to witness a world-class orchestra live! Mark your calendars and prepare to be swept away by the music. See you there!
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Program:
Haydn: Symphony no. 93 in D Major, Hob. I:93
Mendelssohn: Hebrides Overture “Fingal’s Cave”
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21
Founded in 2024 by conductor Kenneth Slowik, the Smithsonian Academy Orchestra is a resident ensemble of the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, a program of the National Museum of American History. The Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from Bach to Schoenberg, all performed on period-appropriate instruments. Hear them perform Haydn’s Symphony No. 93, Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture and Beethoven’s Symphony No.1, on November 7 at St. Mark's Capitol Hill at 7:30pm! SAO concerts are free and open to the public due to the generous support of The Honorable John F. W. Rogers and Goldman Sachs.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
St Mark's Capitol Hill, 301 A Street Southeast, Washington, United States
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