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Midori Residency with Mobile Symphony Orchestra |
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Another Superstar of classical music will be visiting the Gulf Coast, this time for a week long residency. Violinist Midori
will be appearing with the Mobile Symphony Orchestra in April of
2009. In addition to appearing as soloist with the Mobile
Symphony Orchestra, Midori will also be working with the Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra as part of her Orchestra Residencies Program .
"Working with Midori,
a world class talent and renowned educator, will celebrate the artistic
credibility the orchestra has achieved, and will challenge our students
to reach beyond their own musical experiences." says Sarah
Wright, Mobile Symphony Education Director.
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Ciba Sponsors Symphony Performances in Washington County Schools |
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Ciba Specialty Chemicals sponsored performances by the Silverwood
Quartet of the Mobile Symphony in Washington County schools, April 30
and May 1.
The Silverwood Quartet, a string and flute
ensemble, performed for students at Leroy, McIntosh, Fruitdale, Chatom,
and Millry. The ensemble features flutist Andra Bohnet, violinist
Tom Morley, violist Jonathan Clark, and cellist Barbara Gabriel.
Their performances included classical works as well as compositions by
modern composers, and even popular movie themes.
"It's
great to see how excited the students get when they see and hear the
music being created," said Denise Taylor, Manager of Ciba's Community
Relations. This in-school performance program has been a
successful educational outreach of the Mobile Symphony in Washington
County. "This is the seventh year for Ciba to sposor this
program. It remains popular with teachers and students, so we
continue bringing the musicians back." Mrs. Taylor added.
The
musicians performed a lively mix of music from around the world and
interacted with students to get them involved in the musical
experience. They combined humor with explanations about how their
instuments work, how they produce certain sounds and how sounds combine
to form harmonies.
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Degussa Funds In-School Music Programs |
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Degussa recently presented a check to the Mobile Symphony Orchestra to
fund In-School Music Programs. Executive Director Stephen Hedrick
is shown receiving the check from Degussa's Joerg Kemnade, as the next
generation of fine musicians look on.
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Instrument Petting Zoo a Roaring Success |
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The Mobile Symphony and The Junior League of Mobile hosted an
Instrument Petting Zoo at the Saenger Theatre prior to the Holiday Pops
Sneak Preview Open Dress Rehearsal Matinee. 
Kids
of all ages tried their luck playing orchestral instruments with a
little help from members of the Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra.
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Celia Mann Baehr Receives Mobile Arts Council Award |
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The Mobile Arts Council has selected Mobile Symphony Board Chair, Celia
Mann Baehr, as the recipient of the 2006 Greater Mobile Area Arts Award
as volunteer of the year. Other recipients of this year's award
include Dr. Sue Walker, Artist; Chesser Gallery, Business; Dr. Joseph
Mitchell, Educator; WHIL, Organization; Palmer Bedsole, Patron.
This year's awards where presented Friday, September 8 in Cathedral Square. The Mobile Arts Council hosted a
reception which following the presentation in its offices at 318 Dauphin
Street.
left to right: Celia Mann Baehr, MSO Board Chair, James Fail, Elsie Crain Holmes, MSO Board Member.
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