Join the Utah Valley Symphony, Wasatch Chorale, and soloists Julia Gershkoff, Kirsten Chavez, Isaac Hurtado,
nd Seth Keeton for a powerful and uplifting evening of symphonic music, culminating in one of the greatest
masterpieces ever written:
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.
This monumental work brings together orchestra, soloists,
and chorus in a triumphant celebration of joy, unity, and the shared human spirit. From its dramatic opening to
the unforgettable “Ode to Joy,” Beethoven’s Ninth remains a thrilling and deeply moving experience for performers
and audiences alike.
The program opens with Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man, a bold tribute to everyday heroes, filled with noble brass and resonant percussion. Together, these works create an evening that is both exhilarating and profoundly inspiring—a concert that celebrates hope, community, and the joy of live music.
Congratulations to all of the young musicians. The following are the Young Artist Concerto Competition winners for this year.
Come hear them play with the symphony at the Young Artists Concert on February 23 & 24, 2023 at the Covey Center for the Arts.
Alina and Whitney Baron – Violin Duet
Two Violin Concerto in D minor, 3rd mvt Allegro
by Johann Sebastian Bach
Cannon Ward – Cello
Allegro Appassionato
by Camille Saint-Saëns
Kathryn Rowley – Piano
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37, 3rd mvt. Rondo - Allegro
by Ludwid van Beethoven
Evelyn Gee – Harp
Harp Concerto Op. 4 No. 6 in Bb major, 1st mvt. Andante allegro
by George F. Handel
Sabrina Allen – Piano
Piano Concerto No. 2, 1st mvt. Moderato
by Sergei Rachmaninoff
Derek Blodgett – Violin
Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op.28
by Camille Saint-Saëns
Mission Statement
Utah Valley Symphony aims to be the premier orchestra in Utah Valley, allowing the best musicians in our
population to perform great music to the highest standard. The symphony is committed to serving the community by
In order to pursue these aims Utah Valley Symphony will be self-sustaining.