Nelson Symphony Orchestra presents: Orchestral Dances

Saturday 21 September @ 7.30pm
The NSO presents a thrilling evening of glorious orchestral dance music to sweep you off your feet. Showcasing an array of classical favourites including Bach, Tchaikowsky, Strauss, Brahms, Saint-Saëns, Khachaturian, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich.
Conducted by Jason Balla
Please note: Dancers from Ballet Nelson will only join us for our shorter matinee concert on Sunday only. 
Programme:
Bach – Chaconne arr Raff
Tchaikowsky – ‘Swan Lake’ suite Op. 20a
J. Strauss – Overture from ‘Die Fledermaus’
Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5
Saint-Saëns – Danse Macabre Op 40
Khachaturian – Adagio from ‘Spartacus’
Prokofiev – Dance of the Knights from ‘Romeo and Juliet’
Shostakovich – Waltz No. 2
Sunday 22 September @ 3pm
Bring the kids and prepare to be swept off your feet by the talented students of Ballet Nelson as they dance to glorious live classical music performed by the Nelson Symphony Orchestra.
The programme will feature a selection of pieces from the previous evening.
Performance time approx 45 minutes. Suitable for all ages.