THE PLANETS
SIGNATURE Series
Thursday, April 1, 2027 | 7:00 PM
Matthew Kraemer, Conductor
Featured Works
James Lee III | Chamber Symphony
Holst | The Planets
About the Performance
Gustav Holst's The Planets stands as one of the most vivid and awe-inspiring works in the orchestral repertoire. Each of the seven movements conjures a distinct world — from the relentless drive of Mars and the ethereal serenity of Venus to the thunderous grandeur of Jupiter and the vanishing mystery of Neptune — creating a journey through the cosmos that is as emotionally gripping as it is musically spectacular.
Opening the evening is Chamber Symphony by James Lee III, a compelling contemporary work co-commissioned by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra. Together, these works create an evening of extraordinary range and imagination, showcasing the full power and color of the modern symphony
orchestra.