Majestic Voices
Sunday, May 10, 2026, atย 1:30 PM
William Waag Conducting
Scottish Rite Temple
463 Paseo De Peralta
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Admission is free and donations are appreciated.
Parking available at the venue
Join us for an afternoon of rich Romantic color, featuring Schumannโs spirited showcase for four horns and the elegant grandeur of Saint-Saรซnsโ Organ Symphonyโtwo works that highlight the expressive range and warmth of the orchestra.
Konzertstรผck for Four Horns and Orchestra in F major, Op. 86
Robert Schumann
featuring the SFCO horn section
Schumann’sย Konzertstรผckย for four horns and orchestra is a dazzling showcase of Romantic imagination and brass virtuosity. Composed in 1849, the piece highlights the horn’s expressive range, from heroic calls to lyrical exchanges. The solo quartet engages in lively dialogue, supported by Schumann’s lush orchestration that evokes both the natural world and the inner landscape of emotion. Performed by the Santa Fe Community Orchestra’s horn section, this rarely heard gem is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Overture to La forza del destino
Giuseppe Verdi
Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 78, “Organ Symphony”
Camille Saint-Saรซns
Saint-Saรซnsโ Symphony No. 3 in C minor,ย the celebratedย โOrgan Symphony,โย is a masterpiece of grandeur, color, and innovation. From its opening measures, the work captivates with sweeping orchestral writing, shimmering textures, and the subtle yet profound presence of the organ. The music moves from intimate, mysterious passages to bold, radiant climaxes, culminating in the awe-inspiring finale where the organ joins the full orchestra in a resplendent celebration of sound. The symphonyโs blend of elegance, power, and emotional depth leaves a lasting impression long after the final chord fades.