Spring Awakening
Our outdoor spring concert celebrated the season of renewal with music from around the world, performed in the beautiful Botanical Gardens Pavilion surrounded by blooming flowers and fresh spring air.
Performance Highlights
The concert enjoyed ideal spring weather with temperatures in the mid-70s and a gentle breeze.
All 300 seats were filled, with many audience members enjoying picnic dinners before the show.
The audience gave a five-minute standing ovation, particularly enthusiastic after the Vivaldi piece.
Concert Program
Antonio Vivaldi
Arranged by Maestro Alessandro Rossi
The beloved first movement of Vivaldi's famous concerto, celebrating the renewal of spring.
Claude Debussy
Arranged by Maria Rossi
A delicate arrangement of Debussy's impressionistic masterpiece, perfect for the garden setting.
Traditional Celtic
Arranged by David Chen
A collection of traditional Irish tunes celebrating the arrival of spring and new growth.
Astor Piazzolla
The spring movement from Piazzolla's Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, full of passion and energy.
Traditional Japanese
Arranged by Yuki Tanaka
Beautiful variations on the classic Japanese spring song, featuring delicate mandolin textures.
Photo Gallery
The orchestra performing Vivaldi's Spring in the beautiful garden setting
Audience members enjoying the perfect spring evening
The first mandolin section during the Irish Spring Medley
Maestro Rossi conducting the finale
Reviews & Press
By Sarah Mitchell • March 22, 2025
"The Harmony Mandolin Orchestra's Spring Awakening concert was a perfect marriage of music and setting. The outdoor venue enhanced the natural beauty of the repertoire."
By James Rodriguez • March 21, 2025
"Maria Rossi's arrangement of Clair de Lune was particularly stunning, with the mandolins creating an almost ethereal atmosphere in the garden pavilion."
By Margaret Thompson • March 20, 2025
"What a magical evening! The combination of beautiful music and the blooming gardens created an unforgettable experience. The Irish medley was especially delightful."
Other Past Performances
January 15, 2025 • University Concert Hall
A celebration of classical repertoire arranged for mandolin orchestra, featuring works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert.
View DetailsNovember 5, 2024 • Cultural Center Auditorium
Our orchestra was invited to perform at the prestigious International Music Festival with a program of Italian baroque works.
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