Immerse yourself in a program of profound reflection and renewal, exploring the human connection to something greater through music of depth, warmth, and spiritual resonance.

David Maslanka’s Symphony No. 4 stands at the heart of the evening—a monumental work of striking emotional power. Drawing on hymn tunes alongside original material, Maslanka creates a vast and deeply expressive sound world that moves between introspection and exultation. The music unfolds with an almost meditative intensity, building toward moments of radiant release and offering a journey that is both deeply personal and universally felt.

In contrast, a work by Gina Gillie for horn quartet and wind ensemble features the CORolina Horn Quartet, bringing the instrument’s rich, noble voice to the forefront. The interplay between soloists and ensemble reveals a spectrum of color and character, from warm lyricism to commanding brilliance, in music that is both intimate and expansive.

The program opens with Carolyn Bremer’s Early Light, a work of luminous energy and quiet optimism. Inspired in part by the contours of The Star-Spangled Banner, the music unfolds with clarity and warmth, evoking a sense of anticipation and the promise of new beginnings.