The Stratford Symphony Orchestra (SSO) is excited to announce SSO To Go, a collection of 6 premium digital mini concert offerings. Subscribers can view the following films until June 1, 2021:
Indulge in the splendor of the early Italian Baroque!
This episode, part two of our Music in the Time of Plague program, looks at 17th century Italy, and specifically, the Italian Plague of 1629-1631 through the music of Molinaro, Roncalli and the Respighi. Guest artist Terry McKenna will delight you with sounds of authentic lute performances in true 17th century style, with the orchestral transcriptions of Ottorino Respighi.
Absorb Greensleeves through the centuries - from Shakespeare’s time to our own!
The fifth episode of SSO To Go looks at the story behind one of the most well-known folk tunes ever written – Greensleeves. If you like this song, you’re in the right place!
Featuring Ralph Vaughan-Williams’ Fantasia on Greensleeves, join members of the Stratford Symphony and guest artists Terry McKenna (lute) and Laurel Swinden (flute) as we explore the history of this tune through the centuries.
In the late 18th century it was fashionable for nobles in German-speaking lands to employ a harmonie. These small house bands provided music at dinner, evening serenades and even morning music for guests to wake up to! This sixth episode of SSO To Go features the SSO woodwinds performing famous works of Mozart and Beethoven.
Imagine you are in Venice’s San Marco Basilica, everything is lit by candles, and you are surrounded by the beautiful sounds of brass! Our opening program shines a spotlight on the SSO brass section, in partnership with the London based ensemble Brassroots. Featuring music by Antonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Gabrieli, Paul Dukas and Scott Irvine. Also featuring the Stratford Symphony Orchestra’s own Julie Vaughan and Kevin Swinden!
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without music and stories! Get into the holiday spirit with the SSO, as we celebrate the season Stratford Style! Featuring special guests Kelly Walker and up and coming Stratford vocalist Hannah Thomas. Join us for a dose of Christmas cheer!
Trumpets and drums resound in the music of Purcell’s ‘Fairy Queen’
The year 2020 was not the first time that whole societies have had to adapt to a pandemic. In this episode, the first in a two-part program called Music in the Time of Plague, we look at 17th century England and the Great Plague of London through the music of one of England’s greatest composers - Henry Purcell.
THANK YOU to investStratford and FedDev Ontario for supporting SSO To Go. We could not have produced our adapted Season 16 program without your valued grant support!
