musical uplink

Musical Uplink is a digital series that will be available to everyone. Not just our subscribers and not just for people who bought tickets last year; Musical Uplink will be for everyone, free of charge. In the coming months you'll be treated to filmed performances that will be released either once or twice a month through social media channels where we'll have a chance to come together with the community around great music. The musicians of the Sequoia Symphony and our production partners, Go Creative Group, have created short films of a variety of orchestral pieces. You'll hear some of your favorite composers and some music we hope will be new to you as well. Recorded with safety precautions, you'll see the orchestra in masks and socially distanced. But the music is there, with striking visuals that give you a view of our orchestra as you've never seen. Up close and personal, these videos are not just films of the orchestra playing, but have been specifically designed for each individual work to complement and enhance what you're hearing.

Episode I: Divertimento for 9 Instruments Walter Piston I: Allegro The first movement of Walter Piston’s Divertimento captures the bouncy rhythms of a folk dance, and proves that even music in 7/8 can be deliciously catchy. MUSICIANS Susan Doering, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Terry Paul, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Carrie Wells, flute Fred Mora, oboe Richard Martinez, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com/musical-uplink Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Bonney, T. Aaron Copland, Virgil Thomson, Walter Piston, and Herbert Elwell at Nadia Boulanger's Paris home. , . [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/copland.phot0095/. Kraft, V. Aaron Copland with Walter Piston. , . [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/copland.phot0007/.

Our theme for this video is recognizing unappreciated contributions, musical and beyond. The music features composer George Walker with his stunning Lyric for Strings, and the video showcases our first responders and essential workers. Thanks for keeping us safe and healthy. MUSICIANS Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin Rudolfina Sjostrand, violin Yuliya Hess, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Rodelyn Lipumano-Smith, violin Deanna Barnett, violin Maxton Vieira, violin Terry Paul, viola Alex Navarro, viola Kathryn McCoy, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Paul Young, cello Hasina Torres, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Shawn Toner, bass Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com/musical-uplink Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony George Walker at town hall debut. , . [Photograph] Retrieved from Pullitzer.org https://www.pulitzer.org/cms/sites/default/files/content/townhalldebutphoto_0.jpg.

Three Dance miniatures are showcased in this week’s video. American composer Florence Price’s charming and bright set of dances takes us back to early 20th century Americana, and we celebrate the wonderful architecture of our home, the beautifully restored Fox Theatre. MUSICIANS Susan Doering, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Terry Paul, viola Alex Navarro, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Carrie Wells, flute Christa Scott, flute Richard Martinez, clarinet Steven Madden, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Elisha Wells, horn Chris Golden, horn Jeffrey LaRose, trumpet Louis Nessim, trumpet Joey Hernandez, timpani Rainbow Odell, percussion Kevin Pires, percussion Craig Cory, percussion Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com/musical-uplink Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Florence Price. , . [Photograph] Retrieved from http://www.florenceprice.org/

Before getting lost in the holiday madness of December, take a moment to celebrate Thanksgiving with this beautiful, heartfelt, American music by one of our favorite composers, Aaron Copland. MUSICIANS Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Rodelyn Lipumano-Smith, violin Terry Paul, viola Alex Navarro, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Paul Young, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Carrie Wells, flute Richard Martinez, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Jean Hwang, piano Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Aaron Copland relaxing by wooden wall. Photograph. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, www.loc.gov/item/copland.phot0025/.

One of the best parts of the holiday season is the wonderful music. This beautiful rendition of the newish holiday classic, “All is Well” is a hopeful look towards 2021. Brandon Pasion joins our orchestra and our Music Director puts down the baton to sit at the piano. Happy Holidays from all of us at the Sequoia Symphony. Brandon Pasion, vocalist Bruce Kiesling, piano Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin Rudolfina Sjostrand, violin Yuliya Hess, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Rodelyn Lipumano-Smith, violin Deanna Barnett, violin Maxton Vieira, violin Terry Paul, viola Alex Navarro, viola Kathryn McCoy, viola Dieter Wolfhurst, cello Paul Young, cello Hasina Torres, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Shawn Toner, bass Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony

Stravinsky packs quite a punch of joy and sparkle into this small ensemble piece that was commissioned to celebrate a 30th wedding anniversary. MUSICIANS Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Terry Paul, viola Alex Navarro, viola Kathryn McCoy, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Paul Young, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Shawn Toner, bass Carrie Wells, flute David Alvarado, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Richard Hembree, horn Austin Hansen, horn Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Bain News Service, Publisher. Stravinsky. [Between and Ca. 1925] Photograph. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, www.loc.gov/item/2014712545/.

One of the shortest works from Russian master Prokofiev is his “American Overture” inspired while he was visiting New York City. Although scored for a small, quirky amalgam of instruments, Prokofiev finds excitement, beauty, and his typical harmonic innovation with the smallest of resources. There’s a little bit of everything in this short, three part work. Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Whitney Herbst, bass Shawn Toner, bass Carrie Wells, flute Fred Mora, oboe Richard Martinez, clarinet Steven Madden, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Jeffrey LaRose, trumpet Angelo Laberinto, trumpet Norm Campbell, trombone Rainbow Odell, timpani/percussion Jennifer Farrenkopf, harp Jean Hwang, piano Hannah Board, piano II Treasa Bonnar, celeste Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Bain News Service, P. Prokofieff i.e. Prokofiev. , None. [Between 1918 and 1920] [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2014708412/.

Looking for a little joy in your day? This finale of Tchaikovsky’s 2nd Piano Concerto is just the thing. Bounding up and down the piano, our guest Dominic Cheli will wow you with his virtuosity in this utterly charming piece! Dominic Cheli, piano Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin Rudolfina Sjostrand, violin Yuliya Hess, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Rodelyn Lipumano-Smith, violin Jeff Fritz, violin Lisa Fritz, violin Alex Navarro, viola Devinda Gunasekara, viola Kathryn McCoy, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Paul Young, cello Hasina Torres, cello Rodney Yokota, bass Whitney Herbst, bass Carrie Wells, flute Pam Ellzey, flute Fred Mora, oboe Melody Drumm, oboe Andrew Leonard, clarinet Josh Emerich, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Steve Dailey, bassoon Elisha Wells, horn Keith Pepper, horn Richard Hembree, horn Kevin Odell, horn Jeff LaRose, trumpet Angelo Laberinto, trumpet Joey Hernandez, timpani Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony

A hallmark of the Sequoia Symphony programs has been musical stories. We go “all in” with this month’s entry, presenting a narrative dance film featuring some local talents that have gone on to New York City in the professional musical theater world, Angelo Soriano and Carly Caviglia. This is not to be missed! “Magic Martini” Starring Angelo Soriano & Carly Caviglia Choreography Angelo Soriano and Angelica Stiskin Screenplay Angelo Soriano and Kelly Lambert Producers Niccolo Go and Danny Celaya Director Danny Celaya Director of Photography Nestor Celaya Art Director Kelly Lambert Creative Consultants Charlotte Garcia Da Rosa and Angelica Stiskin Sequoia Symphony Music Director Bruce Kiesling Sequoia Symphony Executive Director Joshua Banda CAST Bartender - Angelo Soriano Lady - Carly Caviglia Drunky - Bruce Kiesling Jerk - Kelly Lambert CREW Camera Operator - Troy Ruff 2nd AC - Seth Chacon Gaffer/Focus Puller - Ian Mcleece Key Grip - Cody Fletcher Grip - Chris Keovilay Rigging Grip - Nick Gardner MUA/Hair/Wardrobe Supervisor - Sophie Kirkpatrick Production Assistant - Devin Lynn Franklin Production Assistant - Damon Saesee Catering - Melanie Celaya Catering & Crafty - Alyssa Fernandez Stills Photographer - Theresa Soares Editing - Danny Celaya MUSIC Leonard Bernstein Fancy Free: II. Scene at the Bar, III. Enter Two Girls, VI. Danzon MUSICIANS Violin - Susan Doering Violin - K.C. Simba-Torres Viola - Terry Paul Cello - Dieter Wulfhorst Bass - Rodney Yokota Flute/Piccolo - Carrie Wells Oboe - Fred Mora Clarinet - Andrew Leonard Clarinet - Josh Emerich Bassoon - Harmony Mendez Bassoon - Steve Dailey Horn - Elisha Wells, horn Horn - Richard Hembree, horn Trumpet - Jeff LaRose, trumpet Trombone - Alan McFarlane, trombone Timpani - Rainbow Odell, timpani Traps/Percussion - Joey Hernandez Piano - Bruce Kiesling Orchestra Manager - Louise Gutierrez Score Recorded at Hendrickson’s Recording Studio Mixed by Jonathan Hendrickson SPECIAL THANKS TO The Leonard Bernstein Office, Inc. Charlotte Garcia Da Rosa, On Set Dance Advisor McKenna Friend Hoffman, On Set Dance Advisor Brandon Peters, Hair Stylist Stanley and Wendy Simpson, Talent Housing Oak Street Studios, Rehearsal Location Visalia Fox Theater Vikky Escobedo Kent Stahl Nick Gardner The Darling Hotel The Vintage Press Greg Vartanian David Vartanian Karen Kirkpatrick Tacos Lucha Chris Gonzalez Joshua Summers Faith Peral City of Visalia Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony Photo Credit: Leonard Bernstein marking a score at the piano, Israel Philharmonic Guest House. , . [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/musbernstein.100030089/.

We wrap up our year with the wonderful and inspiring “Prairie Morning” by Elie Siegmeister. This music conjures dawn in the American West, just as this digital season is an artistic dawn for our orchestra. The film also glimpses behind the scenes of the filmmaking process for this groundbreaking season, giving you an idea of the collaborative process that went into making this year such a massive success. Susan Doering, violin Matt Mazzei, violin Rudolfina Sjostrand, violin Yuliya Hess, violin K.C. Simba-Torres, violin Rodelyn Lipumano-Smith, violin Jeff Fritz, violin Lisa Fritz, violin Alex Navarro, viola Devinda Gunasekara, viola Kathryn McCoy, viola Dieter Wulfhorst, cello Paul Young, cello Hasina Torres, cello Carrie Wells, flute Pam Ellzey, flute/piccolo Fred Mora, oboe Melody Drumm, oboe/English horn Andrew Leonard, clarinet Josh Emerich, clarinet Harmony Mendez, bassoon Steve Dailey, bassoon Elisha Wells, horn Keith Pepper, horn Richard Hembree, horn Kevin Odell, horn Jeff LaRose, trumpet Angelo Laberinto, trumpet Evan Johnson, trumpet Alan McFarlane, trombone Chad McCoy, trombone Norm Campbell, bass trombone Eric Farrenkopf, tuba Joey Hernandez, timpani Kevin Pires, percussion Rainbow Odell, percussion Craig Cory, percussion Oddie Lambert, percussion Support the Symphony: https://tinyurl.com/54c257z6 Stay connected with us: Website: www.sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com Facebook: @sequoiasymphony Instagram: @sequoiasymphony