The East Metro Symphony Orchestra (EMSO) is pleased to present French Passions, a concert featuring the music of French composers, on Sunday, October 27th, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at The Grove United Methodist Church, 7465 Steepleview Road, Woodbury, MN. Admission to this concert is free. Donations in support of the orchestra’s work in the community
Concerts
May 7-An Evening with EMSO
In the spirit of our mission to provide a broad range of orchestral experiences to our community, EMSO is proud to present a community concert at Boutwells Landing Senior Living Center. The concert will be presented in the Boutwells Landing Auditorium. This concert will feature special guests violinist and former EMSO concertmaster Michal Sobieski and
Image May 19- 10 Years and Still Celebrating
EMSO’s final concert of its 10th anniversary season will recognize and celebrate some of the best music, moments, and friends in the orchestra’s history. EMSO is known for its unique collaborations with remarkable artistic partners and its accessible presentations of a variety of musical styles including classical music, folk and cultural music, and new compositions. Some of the orchestra’s favorite artistic partners will join the orchestra to celebrate this special concert, including violinist and former EMSO concertmaster Michal Sobieski; renowned nyckleharpa (key fiddle) performer Cheryl Paschke; and composer and fiddler Jim Price. Musical performances will include Shostakovich’s Festive Overture, Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy,Karl-Johan Ankarblom’s Knuss Olles Livsstycke, selections from Jim Price’s Violin Story, and Dvorak’s New World Symphony. EMSO will also honor several of its most influential members and partners during the concert including EMSO artistic director and conductor Elizabeth Prielozny Barnes, who is celebrating her 20th and final season with the orchestra. A meet-and-greet with orchestra members and refreshments will immediately follow the performance.
March 5- St Therese of Woodbury
In the spirit of our mission to provide a broad range of orchestral experiences to our community, EMSO is proud to present a community concert at St. Therese of Woodbury Senior Center that will feature music celebrating Carnival around the world. Free will donations will be accepted. St. Therese of Woodbury Chapel7555 Bailey RoadWoodbury, MN
Image March 2 – Mardi Gras!
EMSO will host the evening of live music, desserts, drinks, cash raffle, and silent auction, on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Lake Elmo Event Center, 3712 Layton Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN.
Doors and bidding open at 6:30 p.m. The musical performance starts at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from this event will benefit the orchestra’s artistic and community outreach endeavors.
Tickets will be sold at the door if available for $35.
Dec 15- Holiday Sing-A-Long
Holiday Sing-A-Long Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 7:00 pm East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129 As part of the Merrill Community Arts Center Holiday Festival Series, EMSO will be presenting a Holiday Sing-A-Long performance. Join a collaborative performance lead that is surely to get you in the festive spirit. You’re encouraged to sing
A Nutcracker Christmas – 12/16/18
In celebration of its 10th Anniversary Season, EMSO is thrilled to once again be working with long-standing artistic partner Woodbury Dance Center. The Nutcracker ballet has long been a staple of the holiday season. EMSO and WDC will present this beloved classic with a new twist, not only presenting the story through classical ballet, but
10th Annual Side-by-Side Concert with ERHS Orchestra
10th Annual Side-By-Side Concert Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. East Ridge High School Free Admission The East Metro Symphony Orchestra is proud to partner with the East Ridge High School Orchestra for its 10th annual Side-By-Side Concert. This annual musical event features young high school orchestra students playing side-by-side with the seasoned
A Joyful Noise Oct 28
The East Metro Symphony Orchestra (EMSO) is proud to announce the first program of its tenth anniversary season. A Joyful Noise will be presented on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1583 Radio Drive, Woodbury, MN. Admission to this concert is free. Free will offerings in support of
A Holiday Fête: Celebrating the Joy of the Season
Featuring excerpts from Clara’s Dream performed by students of the School of St. Paul Ballet with professional company dancer Michelle Ludwig as “Clara” Sunday, December 17, 2017 at 2:00 pm East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129