Join the SFCO for an afternoon of two powerful orchestral works exploring transcendent themes amid glorious waves of sound.

Featuring

Christopher Theofanidis - Rainbow Body

Jean Sibelius - Symphony no 1 in E Minor, Op. 39

William Reese Waag - Conductor

Rainbow Body by Christopher Theofanidis is an orchestral reflection on a medieval chant by Hildegard von Bingen, weaving a shimmering tapestry of harmonic color. Inspired by the Tibetan Buddhist idea of spiritual transcendence, this vibrant piece unfolds in waves of radiant sound, culminating in a triumphant conclusion.

Jean Sibelius’s Symphony No. 1 in E Minor combines the influence of late-Romantic tradition with a strong sense of Finnish identity, evident in its sweeping themes and poignant lyricism. From the hushed, solitary clarinet opening to the stormy, triumphant finale, the work takes listeners on a stirring journey of Nordic grandeur and emotional depth.

The concert is free of charge and tickets are not required. Further information can be found at sfco.org.

The Scottish Rite Temple is located at 463 Paseo De Peralta in Santa Fe. Free parking is available behind the venue.

The Santa Fe Community Orchestra provides the opportunity for exceptional New Mexican musicians to perform free concerts for a broad range of Santa Fe and northern New Mexico audiences, promotes the composition and performance of works by New Mexico composers, and supports the musical and cultural life of Santa Fe