February 26 , 2011   8 pm
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

Free pre-concert discussion starts 1 hour before concert

Conducted by Michael Hall

In a season celebrating 50 years, it is interesting to look back and reflect on how much the Southwest Florida Symphony has grown from its modest beginnings. As a special treat, Maestro Hall takes us back to a recreation of the very first concert for today's audiences.

You will hear the same program that launched the Southwest Florida Symphony in 1961, including the ever-popular Symphony no. 5 by Beethoven. Even if you are less than familiar with classical music, you are sure to recognize the fatefully tragic ‘da-da-da-daah' at the beginning. This program also includes Schubert's breathtaking Symphony no. 8 in B minor, "The Unfinished Symphony," and Intermezzo from Harry Janos Suite by Kodaly.

Please let the Symphony office know if you attended the inaugural 1961 concert. The Symphony Board of Trustees and staff would like to make you a special part of this concert. 

KODALY: Intermezzo from Harry Janos Suite
SCHUBERT: Symphony no. 8 in B minor
BEETHOVEN: Symphony no. 5