Symphony Program

The first performance took place November 2, 1947, on All Souls Day—when faithful Catholics pray for the souls of the deceased in Purgatory, awaiting redemption. Our BYU-IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC performance, appropriately, is at the same season, though on Nov. 1, All-Saints Day—the day commemorating those who have already achieved, through penitence, their place in PRESENTS heaven. While Latter-day Saints and Catholics may not see eye to eye on every question, we share a belief in life after death, the reality of the Resurrection, and the idea that death for the faithful is a passage from mortality to a state of rest, peace, and love. In another sense, our performance is well timed (though we wish it could be otherwise). Our friend and colleague, percussion faculty Dr. David Taylor, passed away early this semester after a years-long battle with breast cancer. We miss our colleague and friend, and SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA dedicate this performance—on All Saints Day—to him and to his family. Its sweet message of hope, peace, and faith seems appropriate to the memory of this man, whose spirit was so obviously refined and sweetened by illness. COLLEGIATE SINGERS & Dr. Kempton

Composer Sergei Prokofiev left his homeland in 1918, slightly ahead of the Russian CONCERT CHOIR revolution. With New York and later Paris as his base, he gained a highly successful reputation. By the late 1930s, there was great interest in having such an international star return to Russia, with promises of new commissions and freedom to tour internationally. However, when Prokofiev returned permanently to Moscow in 1936, he found great difficulty navigating the political climate. The Great Purge of 1936-1938 affected his music, with many of his works rejected. He feared disfavor, prison and even execution if his music was considered counter to the accepted ideology.

The Soviet Union’s entry into World War II diminished this internal pressure, and Prokofiev found himself again popular as a valuable propaganda tool. He even received the Stalin Prize for his Piano Sonata No. 7. Therefore, the premiere of his Symphony No. 5 was highly anticipated. Composed in 1944 as the tides of war shifted toward victory, Prokofiev described the work: “I regard the Fifth Symphony as the culmination of a long period in my creative life… I conceived of it as glorifying the grandeur of the human spirit . . . praising the free and happy man—his strength, his generosity, and the purity of his soul.” The anticipation of the first performance was bolstered by the knowledge that the Red Army’s troops were embarking on their triumphant march into Germany. Prokofiev took his place on the podium. The audience fell silent and at the moment he raised his baton, salvos of artillery thundered, signifying the troops' success. He waited and began the work only after the cannons stopped.

The symphony enjoyed huge success due to its uplifting spirit coupled with wartime patriotism. It received similar excitement in the United States. Just weeks after its 1945 premiere with the Boston Symphony, Prokofiev’s picture appeared on the cover of Time magazine with conductor Sergei Koussevitzky’s assessment: “The greatest musical event in Sergei Prokofiev 1891 – 1953 many, many years. The greatest since Brahms and Tchaikovsky! It is magnificent! It is yesterday, it is today, it is tomorrow." FEATURING DEMAREE CLAYSON BROWN, MEZZO-SOPRANO Dr. Tueller

NOVEMBER 1, 2019, 7:30 PM

BARRUS CONCERT HALL

OLLEGIATE INGERS ROGRAM C S P Dr. Randall Kempton, Director

Requiem , Op. 9 ...... Maurice Duruflé 1902 – 1986 CONCERT CHOIR

I. Introit Dr. Eda Ashby, Director II. Kyrie III. Domine Jesu Christe Jonathan Rose and Anna Bulatova, assistant conductors IV. Sanctus V. Pie Jesu VI. Agnus Dei Demaree Clayson Brown, a mezzo-soprano from San Angelo, Texas, holds degrees from Brigham Young University (BM), the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (MM), and VII. Lux aeterna the University of Utah (DMA). While at the University of Utah, she studied with

VIII. Libera me Professor Ariel Bybee and her research focused on art song from Spain and Latin IX. In paradisum America. Recently, Dr. Brown made her debut with Utah Lyric Opera in Provo, Dr. Demaree Clayson Brown, mezzo-soprano performing the role of Rosina in Il barbiere di Siviglia. Her voice was described as Dr. Randall Kempton, conductor exuding a “warmth and richness” that allowed her to “portray her character vividly just through her singing.” Her concert and oratorio work include being the alto soloist This evening’s performance is dedicated to our dear friend and colleague for Mendelssohn’s Elijah, Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, Mozart’s Requiem, Handel’s Dr. David Taylor 1959 – 2019 Messiah, and the mezzo-soprano soloist for John Rutter’s Feel the Spirit. Dr. Brown has sung several recitals, concerts, and operas on stages throughout the United States, Ireland, Spain, China, and Italy. Her most recent opera roles include: Carmen Symphony No. 5 in Bb Major, Op. 100 ...... Sergei Prokofiev (Carmen), Mercedes (Carmen), Hansel (Hansel and Gretel), Cherubino (Le Nozze di 1891 – 1953 Figaro), Dame Quickly (Falstaff), Mother (Amahl and the Night Visitors), Mrs. McLean I. Andante (Susannah), Angelina (La Cenerentola), Ottavia (L’incoronazione di Poppea), Suzuki II. Allegro marcato (Madama Butterfly), Jade Boucher (Dead Man Walking), Marie (The Most Happy Fella), III. Adagio and La Principessa (Suor Angelica). In addition to performing, Dr. Brown teaches voice IV. Allegro giocoso at Utah Valley University and previously taught high school and middle school choir in

Nevada, Utah, Nebraska, and New Mexico. She and her husband, Marco, currently reside in Salt Lake City and are the proud parents of their sons, Elliot and Theodore.

TRANSLATION

Introit Eternal rest grant them, O Lord, and let eternal light shine upon them. PROGRAM NOTES A hymn to you is fitting, O God in Zion, and a vow made to you in Jerusalem; hear my prayer, all flesh comes to you. The Requiem, or Mass for the Dead, is many centuries old, but the setting by Maurice Eternal rest grant them, O Lord, and let eternal light shine upon them. Duruflé (1902-1986) is the first since the Renaissance to be based primarily on the original Gregorian chants from the Catholic liturgy. In many movements, he quotes the chant verbatim, supporting and commenting on the ancient modal melodies with twentieth Kyrie th century harmonies and orchestral colors. It is one of the undisputed masterpieces of 20 Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy, Lord have mercy. century choral-orchestral music. Unlike some other settings (notably, Verdi’s and Mozart’s) Duruflé’s omits the Dies irae, Domine Jesu Christe which details the terrors of Final Judgment. There is drama in his setting, to be sure, and Lord Jesus Christ, King of glory, free the souls of all the faithful departed from the some of the “fear and trembling” many of us feel when faced with the reality of death— punishments of hell and from the deep abyss. whatever our belief system. But the edge is softened, the overall tone more consonant with Deliver them from the lion’s mouth so that Tartarus does not swallow them, and that a Latter-day Saint worldview. they do not fall into darkness. The first performance took place November 2, 1947, on All Souls Day—when faithful Catholics pray for the souls of the deceased in Purgatory, awaiting redemption. Our performance, appropriately, is at the same season, though on Nov. 1, All-Saints Day—the day commemorating those who have already achieved, through penitence, their place in heaven. While Latter-day Saints and Catholics may not see eye to eye on every question, we share a belief in life after death, the reality of the Resurrection, and the idea that death for the faithful is a passage from mortality to a state of rest, peace, and love.

BYU-IDAHO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA But let holy Michael, lead them into the holy light, as you promised long ago to

Dr. Robert Tueller, Director Abraham and his seed.

Dr Adam Ballif, Woodwind Specialist Offerings and prayers to you, Lord, praise we offer.

Andrew Alphin, Brass Specialist Hear them for the sake of those souls which today we remember, grant, Lord, that

they may pass from death to life, which long ago to Abraham and his offspring you promised.

Tuba Courtney Majors Sanctus Flute Clarissa Tracy Tom Kinder Karly Lay Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts. Grace Cluff Heaven and earth are full of your glory, Kayla Robinson Mickayla Hunter, piccolo Timpani Hadley DelHoyo Hosannah in the highest. Adrian Rosales Haylee Johnson Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, Oboe Xandy Harker Hosannah in the highest. Ben Schank Percussion Sarah King Becca Brady Avery Griffeth Alivia Jenson Pie Jesu Hannah Ringo, english horn Riley Cooper Idalia Bravo Jack Ensign Melissa Griffin Gracious Lord Jesus, grant them eternal rest.

Clarinet Andy Nelson Josh Powell Megan Hendrickson Agnus Dei Megan Meservy Piano/Celeste Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world, grant them eternal rest. Maya Miller Claire Thueson Viola Madilyn Sass, bass clarinet Tessa Day Lux aeterna Dr. Adam Ballif, Eb clarinet Organ Tanner Boyack May eternal light shine on them, Lord, with your saints forever, because you

Bassoon Caleb Lyons Clayton Johnson are gracious. Rachel Felt Riley Barmore Eternal rest grant them, O Lord, and let eternal light shine upon them. Henry Mollat Harp Laura McTavish Katie Calderwood Chloe Bengel Elizabeth Crawford, contra Libera me Chiyun Liu Emily Pilkington Horn Deliver me, Lord, from eternal death on that tremendous day when the Tate Wadsworth Violin I Cello heavens and the earth are disturbed, when you will come to judge the world McKenna Motto Sebastian Fraser Brandon Tibbitts through fire. Abigail Taylor Noelle Singleton Amy Villacorta I am forced to tremble and I fear, when the destruction comes and the Krystell Taylor Charlotte Petersen Anna Perry impending wrath, when the heavens and the earth are disturbed. Anna Rasmussen Gray Jackson LaBaugh That day, the day of wrath, of calamity, of misery, day immense and most Clayton Hinton Elisabeth Jones Trumpet bitter. Katherine Hoffman Mikayla Carey Marissa Farber Anna Simmons Katy Rasmussen Eternal rest grant them, O Lord, and let eternal light shine upon them. Tyler McTavish Rylee Collins Megan Haroldsen Katheryne Boscan Seth Beus Karsen Williams In paradisum Trombone Rachel Allen KatieRae McOmber Into Paradise may the angels lead you, may the martyrs welcome you in your Laura Rhynard Hailey Hinnen coming and guide you into the holy city Jerusalem. Alyssa Crawford Bass A chorus of angels will greet you, and with Lazarus, once a beggar, may you Violin II Brianna Schmidt Caleb Larsen, bass have eternal rest. Sarah Campbell Emily Gage Emily Filmore Rapp Jessica Harris Elizabeth Watson