now Celebrating our
42nd world connections Season

scheherazade with world music trio les arrivants

McClaren Hall at the Wachholz College Center

Saturday, February 22nd at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 23rd at 3:00 p.m.

On February 22nd and 23rd the Glacier Symphony presents Scheherazade, one of the world’s most beloved orchestral works by Rimsky-Korsakov. This exciting and dynamic work has dazzled audiences since its premiere in 1888, remaining on the “top of the charts” of today’s classical music world! Inspired by Tales of One Thousand and One Nights, Scheherazade tells the musical tale of episodes depicting Sinbad, Prince Kalandar, the Festival in Bagdad and more! Also on the program will be the world premiere of orchestral works music featuring the world music trio Les Arrivants, from Montreal, performing their unique and audience pleasing fusion of Persian, Arabic and Tango Music with grand orchestral accompaniment.

Les Arrivants Trio (bandonion, oud, and percussion) will debut six new works for trio and orchestra, blending Persian, Arabic, and Argentine Tango influences with vibrant symphonic textures. Titles include: Home, Shaymaa’s Dance, Gifts of Light, Ad Matai, Bagelissimo (Mile-End Tango), and Burkaan (Volcano)—composed specifically for this performance.

Don’t miss this unique blend of new and timeless music, perfect for any music lover!

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