Our Mission
We inspire and enrich audiences through
the transformative power of symphonic music.
As the cultural heart of the community,
we share the beauty of music through educational and entertaining performances.
THE MASTERS – BEETHOVEN AND BRAHMS
Friday, April 27, 2018 | 7:30 pm
The double concerto for violin and cello is the remarkable realization of Johannes Brahms’ creation of sound that transcends musical limits. Performed by Dr. Paul Abegg and Dr. Ka-wai Yu, the depths of the cello and the heights of the violin are displayed through a harmonious companionship in rapid passages of unified octaves. The concert concludes with one of Beethoven’s most celebrated works,his 3rd symphony, “Eroica,” providing an extraordinary finale.
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PIRATES, DRAGONS AND FIREBIRDS: MUSIC FROM THE MOVIES
Friday, May 18, 2018 | 7:30 pm
Performing original arrangements combining the scores of major motion pictures and classical music masterpieces, Lisa Dondlinger will thrill audiences in this symphony season finale concert. A regular performer with mega superstar Celine Dion, Lisa has recorded with top artists including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, John Legend, Andrea Bocelli, Tony Bennett and Stevie Wonder. Hailed by Peabo Bryson as “the finest first chair in the business,” Lisa blends the flawless technique of a classical violinist with the charisma of a leading artist in this unforgettable performance!”
REVIEWS
“Bravo, Bravo! I must write and let everyone who missed the Southwest Symphony program on Oct. 27 at the Cox Center [know it was] an evening long to be remembered. Words can’t even explain how wonderful it was. Even magnificent doesn’t even come close. I have attended symphonies and theaters in Europe, New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco and many other states and have never seen or heard a finer program with dance, vocals and orchestra. It always amazes me the talent this small town has and how wonderful they all present it.” - Harold Tanner, The Spectrum
“An amazing concert! I thought I was at the Smith Center in Las Vegas!”- Kris Barber
"The concert was SO WONDERFUL! Super entertaining and done so well. Wow for St. George! The entire night was amazing and perfect- right down to the ambiance. Flawless Performance.”- Francis Smith
"That was the best show I have ever seen. I am a huge fan now. I have seen many concerts but that was the best one I have ever seen. I really want to go to another one. I will tell everybody to go to your concerts. I loved all of it. thank you for making my night great." - Bentley Holt