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Nimrod from Elgar’s “Enigma Variations June 4, 2023
The Folsom Lake Symphony under the direction of Maestro Peter Jaffe paid tribute to the passing of long-time symphony violinist Catrina Martin. Nimrod from “Enigma Variations” by Edward Elgar was performed in Catrina’s honor on June 4, 2023 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, California.
Mendelssohn Violin Concerto with Amaryn Olmeda Amaryn Olmeda February 11, 2023
14 year old violin prodigy, Amaryn Olmeda, performs the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor, op. 64 with the Folsom Lake Symphony on February 11, 2023. The symphony is led by Maestro Peter Jaffe and was performed at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, CA.
Sibelius Violin Concerto with Yi-Jia Susanne Hou October 22, 2022
Yi-Jia Susanne Hou performs the Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor, op. 47 with the Folsom Lake Symphony under the baton of Maestro Peter Jaffe, music director and conductor. The performance took place at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA on October 22, 2022.
Gran fanfarria by Giancarlo Castro D’Addona October 22, 2022
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Gran fanfarria, op7b by Giancarlo Castro D’Addona on October 22, 2022 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, CA. The orchestra is led by Music director and Conductor, Peter Jaffe.
Votre Toast from Carmen – Roberto Perlas Gomez & Shana Blake Hill June 4, 2022
The Folsom Lake Symphony with baritone Roberto Perlas Gomez and soprano Shana Blake Hill perform Votre Toast (Toreador Song) from Carmen on June 4, 2022 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, CA. The symphony is directed by Maestro Peter Jaffe. Special thanks to our wonderful audience for doubling as our chorus.
An American in Paris by George Gershwin February 15, 2020
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs “An American in Paris” by George Gershwin on February 15, 2020 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA – Maestro Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 with pianist Jon Nakamatsu February 15, 2020
Jon Nakamatsu performs the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Folsom Lake Symphony. His performance includes an encore – Scott Joplin’s “The Entertainer.” The performance took place at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, CA on February 15, 2020 with Maestro Peter Jaffe on the podium.
The Moldau by Smetana February 15, 2020
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs “The Moldau” by Bedrich Smetana on February 15, 2020 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Maestro Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Carol of the Bells by Mykola Leontovych December 1, 2018
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Carol of the Bells by Mykola Leontovych, arr. by Robert Wendell on December 1, 2018 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom CA. Directed by Maestro Peter Jaffe, music director and conductor.
Batman Theme – 1989 Movie by Danny Elfman June 1, 2019
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the Batman Theme (1989 Movie) by Danny Elfman, arr. by Steve Bartek on June 1, 2019 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Symphony Salute June 19, 2021
The Folsom Lake Symphony presents our live June 19 “Symphony Salute” concert at the Zittel Family Amphitheater in Historic Folsom. It was a wonderful evening of music that brought the symphony and the community together once again after a 16 month absence. Our program includes the Main Title from Star Wars, the Theme from Jurassic Park, the Suite from The Magnificent Seven, the 1812 Overture and more.
Swept Away March 20, 2021
The Folsom Lake Symphony presents a special encore performance of our “Swept Away” concert. Experience the thrill of our last live concert (performed in February 2020), featuring Smetana’s The Moldau, Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 and Gershwin’s An American in Paris. Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Jon Nakamatsu is our piano soloist.
Merry and Bright arranged by Peter Jaffe December 12, 2020
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs our first ever virtual holiday concert, “Merry and Bright.” Guest artists include Pasquale Esposito, tenor; Doug LaBrecque, tenor; and Monica Danilov, mezzo-soprano. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Symph-Hanukkah arranged by Peter Jaffe December 16, 2020
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Symph-Hanukkah arranged by Peter Jaffe. “Bianco Natale” concert performed on December 7, 2019 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, music director and conductor.
James Bond Suite by Monty Norman December 26, 2019
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the James Bond Suite by Monty Norman and John Barry, arranged by Nic Raine. “Heroes and Villains” concert, June 2, 2019 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Spanish Dance No 1 by Manual de Falla April 13, 2019
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Spanish Dance No. 1 from “La vida breve” by Manuel de Falla. “Fantastical” concert on April 13, 2019 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Bruch Scottish Fantasy Movement 3 October 20, 2018
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy, Movement 3. Violinist Kerson Leong solos at our “Brilliant Masterworks” concert on October 20, 2018 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No 2 October 14, 2017
Van Cliburn winner Jon Nakamatsu performs Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, op. 18 with the Folsom Lake Symphony. “Epic Victory” concert on October 14, 2017 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Finale from Saint-Saens’ Symphony No. 3 “Organ April 22, 2017
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Saint-Saens’ Symphony No. 3 in C minor, op. 78 “Organ” – Finale (Maestoso–Allegro) with organist Elizabeth Forsyth. “Organ Symphony” concert on April 22, 2017 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Academic Festival Overture by Brahms April 22, 2017
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture, op. 80. “Organ Symphony” concert on April 22, 2017 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Tchaikowsky Violin Concert with Jessica Linnebach February 18, 2017
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the Violin Concerto in D Major, op. 35 by Pyotr II’yich Tchaikovsky with soloist Jessica Linnebach. “Russian Romance” concert on February 18, 2017 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom , CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Selections from Romeo and Juliet February 18, 2017
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs selections from Romeo and Juliet by Sergei Prokofiev with Jessica Linnebach as soloist. The “Russian Romance” concert was performed February 18, 2017 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA with Peter Jaffe, as Music Director and Conductor. Guest Actors: Paul Scott – Narrator, Emmi Warford – Juliet, and Ricky Jenkins – Romeo.
Ravel Piano Concerto in G major October 22, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Maurice Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G major, movement 2 – Adagio assai with pianist Natsuki Fukasawa. “Rhythmic Heat” concert, October 22, 2016 at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
West Side Story October 22, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Symphonic Dances from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein. “Rhythmic Heat” concert at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom , CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Main Title from Star Wars June 5, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the Main Title from “Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope” by John Williams. “Hollywood Hits” concert at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Suite from The Magnificent Seven June 5, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the Suite from “The Magnificent Seven” by Elmer Bernstein. “Hollywood Hits” concert. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Finlandia, op. 26 by Jean Sibelius April 2, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Finlandia, op. 26 by Jean Sibelius. “The Spirit of Freedom” concert. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Khachaturian Violin Concerto with violinist Kerson Leong April 2, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs the Khachaturian Violin Concerto. Violinist Kerson Leong solos and makes his American debut. “The Spirit of Freedom” concert. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor. Includes encore: Andante from Solo Violin Sonata in A minor by Bach.
Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in E minor, op 64, movement 4 (Finale) February 13, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in E minor, op 64, movement 4 (Finale). “Romance and Destiny” concert. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Overture to Ruslan and Lyudmila February 13, 2016
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs Glinka’s Overture to Ruslan and Lyudmila. “Romance and Destiny” concert.
Excerpts from Pictures October 24, 2015
The Folsom Lake Symphony performs “Baba Yaga” and “The Great of Kiev” from Pictures at an Exhibition composed by Mussorgsky. “Masterpieces” concert at the Harris Center for the Arts, Folsom, CA. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
March of the Toreadors from Carmen by Bizet June 6, 2015
The Folsom Symphony performs “March of the Toreadors” from Carmen by Georges Bizet. “Sports Night at the Symphony” concert. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Firebird Suite (1919) Excerpts March 28, 2015
The Folsom Symphony performs excerpts from Igor Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite (1919). Round Dance of the Princesses, Infernal Dance of King Kastchei, Berceuse and Finale. “Rejuvenation” concert on March 28, 2015. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
The Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto with violinist Linda Wang February 14, 2015
The Folsom Symphony performs “The Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto” by Zhanghao He and Gang Chen. Violinist Linda Wang solos. “Tales of Love” concert on February 14, 2015.
Respighi Pines of Rome (1/4) – Pines of the Villa October 25, 2014
Folsom Symphony performs Respighi’s Pines of Rome (I pink di Roma) October 25, 2014. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Respighi Pines of Rome (4/4) – Pines of the Appian October 25, 2014
Folsom Symphony performs Pines of Rome – Pines of the Appian Way October 25, 2014. Peter Jaffe, Music Director and Conductor.
Gustav Holst – The Planets – Jupiter May 31, 2014
The Folsom Symphony performs “Jupiter” from Holst’s “The Planets” on May 31, 2014. This is a sampling of the symphony’s season ending themed concert – Out of this World. Guest Conductor and Music Director Elect, Peter Jaffe, steps in for retiring Music Director Michael Neumann.
Adagio for Strings – Samuel Barber (Theme from “Platoon) June 2, 2012
Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings performed by the Folsom Symphony, June 2, 2012 “Summer Symphony at the Movies” (Theme for movie, Platoon).
Beethoven 9th Symphony – Movement IV – “Ode to Joy” March 25, 2012
Folsom Symphony and Sacramento Master Singers “Glorious Beethoven” March 25, 2012. Beethoven Symphony No.9 “Choral” Movement IV. Michael Neumann, Folsom Symphony Music Director & Conductor. Soloists: Robin Fisher, Soprano; Buffy Baggott, Mezzo soprano; Jaeho Lee, tenor; Burr Phillips, Bass. Chorus: Sacramento Master Singers with American River College Chamber Choir. Dr. Ralph Hughes, Music Director.