American Debuts Mar. 16, 2024 Digital Program

Paragon Philharmonia — *Photo by Kenneth Garrett*

Program

Miriam Burns, Artistic Director and Conductor
Jesús Florido, Violin soloist

Igor Stravinsky
(1882—1971)

Concerto in Eb (Dumbarton Oaks)

Tempo giusto
Allegretto
Con moto

Juan Camilo Arboleda
(b. 1985)

Poema en cuatro tiempos (World Premiere)

I. Viajero
II. La Espera
III. El Regreso
IV. El Ultimo Viaje

Claudia Montero
(1962—2021)

Violin Concerto for Strings (American Premiere)

I. En la esquina rosada
II. La luna de enfrente
III. Laberinto

: Intermission

Franz Schubert
(1797—1828)

Symphony No. 5 in Bb major

Allegro
Andante con moto
Menuetto. Allegro molto
Allegro vivace

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Violinist Jesús Florido, slated to perform tonight, suddenly fell ill this past week. In his place, violinist Diana LeGrand will perform both solo works. LeGrand is former concertmaster and soloist of the Pan American Symphony Orchestra, current violinist of the Tony nominated Broadway show Forever Tango and a 2021 Latin Grammy nominated Artist in the category of Best Tango Album. LeGrand is also Paragon’s concertmaster.

Orchestra

Violin I
Diana LeGrand, concertmaster
Stephanie Flack, associate
Shu-Ting Yao, assistant
Christina Wan
Erynn Hangen
Chase Maggiano

Violin II
Nathan Wisniewski, principal
Sarah Park
John Philligin
Maya Weil
Eli Thomas

Viola
Florrie Marshall, principal
Eugene Dyson
Hillary Ford
Raea Leinster

Cello
Rachel Sexton, principal
Diana Flesner
Gerald Fowkes
Camilo Perez Mejia

Bass
Brandon Harris, principal
Paul Hunt

Flute
Melissa Wertheimer

Oboe
Elaine Baughman, principal
Eliana Schenk

Clarinet
Santana Moreno

Bassoon
Jeff Ward, principal
Maude Fish

Horn
Jason Wright, principal
Heidi Brown

Program Notes

Igor Stravinsky’s (1882-1971) "Dumbarton Oaks" Concerto, inspired by Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, is a hallmark of neo-classicism, blending rhythmic vitality with clear counterpoint. Commissioned for the Dumbarton Oaks estate and premiered in 1938, it features a lively first movement, a serene second, and an energetic finale. This concerto stands out for its inventive textures and harmonic ingenuity, solidifying its place in the 20th-century chamber orchestra repertoire.

Claudia Montero (1962-2021), an Argentine composer, has enchanted the world with her compositions that beautifully meld classical traditions with the rich tapestry of Latin American music. Her Violin Concerto,
a masterpiece that has garnered international acclaim and a prestigious Latin Grammy Award, stands as a testament to her innovative spirit and exceptional
talent.

Juan Camilo Arboleda (b. 1985) is a Grammy-nominated composer/arranger/orchestrator. He got his music degree with a masters in musical composition from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in 2009. Since then he has worked on feature films, video games, and TV. He has also worked with top artists making arrangements for live concerts and CD releases.

Franz Peter Schubert’s (1797–1828) Symphony No. 5 in
B-flat Major reflects his admiration for Mozart and Haydn, showcasing classical grace alongside emotional
depth. Composed at just 19, it features light
orchestration and melodic ingenuity, from the lively Allegro to the serene Andante, and the playful finale. This work demonstrates Schubert’s early command of form and melody, making it a cherished piece in the classical repertoire.

Staff

Board of Directors & Staff

Miriam Burns, Artistic Director
Conductor Jeff Ward, Executive Director
Stephanie Sims Flack, President
Dana Hearn, Treasurer
Carla Durney, Secretary
Maya Weil
Diana LeGrand

Paragon Philharmonia is grateful to Grace Episcopal Church for its partnership with us as their Chamber Orchestra in Residence.

Grace Episcopal Church Staff

Rector, The Rev. E. Weston Mathews
Priest Associate for Pastoral Care, The Rev. Linnea Turner Director of Music, Dr. Jason Farris
Director of Parish Operations & Communications, Kyle Crosen Director of Grace Montessori School, Jillian Johncox Seminarian, Austin Wendt

Staff for the Terrace Theater

Theater Manager Xiomara Mercado*

Head Usher Randy Howes

Production Manager Rich Ching

Master Technicians Dustin Dunsmore and Susan Kelleher

Box Office Treasurer Ron Payne

*Represented by ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers.

Steinway Piano Gallery is the exclusive area representative of Steinway & Sons and Boston pianos, the official pianos of the Kennedy Center.

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The box office at the Kennedy Center is represented by I.A.T.S.E, Local #868.

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The technicians at the Kennedy Center are represented by Local #22, Local #772, and Local #798 I.A.T.S.E., AFL-CIO-CLC, the professional union of theatrical technicians.

2023 / 2024 Paragon Philharmonia Sponsors

Maestra Sponsors

Jacqueline B. Mars

Dvorak Sponsors

Carla & Michael Durney
Lena Scott Lundh & Lennart Lundh

Mozart Sponsors

Dorothy C. Ballenger
Dottie Bennett and Richard Morton
Gayle and Thomas DeLashmutt
Dana Hearn and Kevin McCloskey
James L. Kleeblatt
Charles G. Mackall Jr. and Mary M. Mackall
Diana Masieri McNamara

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Paragon Philharmonia:
American Debuts

Paragon Philharmonia:
American Debuts

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