Winston-Salem Symphony to stream music online during pandemic
The Winston-Salem Symphony, under the innovative artistic vision of Music Director Timothy Redmond, has been working tirelessly to find ways to help and support the Winston-Salem community during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Symphony has been posting and will continue to post musical events and listening opportunities online on Facebook (@wssymphony) and YouTube, and archived on its website – wssymphony.org.
“The COVID-19 pandemic is an ever-evolving and unprecedented situation,” said Timothy Redmond. “The Winston-Salem Symphony is doing everything in its power to assist in the containment efforts and support the well-being of our community, patrons, and musicians. But we also are continually looking for safe ways to connect with and perhaps bring moments of beauty and joy to our community. Music has the power to bring hope and solace during difficult times. We have created a series of musical events that we will post online throughout the pandemic that we hope will brighten the world for at least a bit.”
The Symphony will present the following ongoing series online:
“Musician Moments” will feature Winston-Salem Symphony musicians every Monday evening at 8 p.m.
“Camera 1” will feature previously recorded concerts, broken out into movements, every Friday evening at 8 p.m.
“Specials” will be uploaded periodically.
See below for a list of videos that have taken place or are currently scheduled to take place. These events are continually evolving so check Facebook for updates.
Musician Moment
Monday, April 6 at 8 p.m.
For years audiences have seen Ronald Rudkin on stage with the symphony as second clarinetist, occasionally as acting principal clarinetist, and even recently as a Basset hornist. He is also an amazing jazz saxophonist, as seen in this brief clip.
Special: Beethoven Movie & Music pt. 1
Tuesday, April 7 at 8 p.m.
In collaboration with a/perture cinema, and as part of MBWSPresents’ year-long, city-wide #BTHVNRocksWS celebration, Winston-Salem Symphony staffer Allie Arpajian introduces three of the several movies that a/perture cinema is featuring that include music of Beethoven as part of the score. Stream these films from the comfort of your own couch via Amazon, Hulu, Netflix, Vudu, and other sources.
Special: Beethoven from the Rooftop
Wednesday, April 8 at 8 p.m.
While the Symphony was on the roof for this heartfelt message, they also wanted to celebrate Beethoven in a unique way. A trio of symphony musicians performs one of his most popular tunes—even though it wasn’t published during his lifetime. Part of #BTHVNRocksWS.
Special: Beethoven Movie & Music pt. 2
Wednesday, April 9 at 8 p.m.
In collaboration with a/perture cinema, and as part of MBWSPresents’ year-long, city-wide #BTHVNRocksWS celebration, Winston-Salem Symphony staffer Allie Arpajian introduces three of the several movies that a/perture cinema is featuring that include music of Beethoven as part of the score. Stream these films from the comfort of your own couch via Amazon, Hulu, Netflix, Vudu, and other sources.
Camera 1 with the Winston-Salem Symphony
Friday, April 10 at 8 p.m.
The Symphony performs the second movement of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 6 from the Stevens Center on Sunday, March 8. Tim Redmond conducts.
Musician Moment
Monday, April 13 at 8 p.m.
Winston-Salem Symphony Assistant Concertmaster Rebecca Willie and her husband, Winston-Salem Symphony percussionist Eric Willie, perform Telemann from their basement in Greensboro.
Camera 1 with the Winston-Salem Symphony
Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m.
The Symphony performs the fiery Furiant movement of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 6 from the Stevens Center on Sunday, March 8. Tim Redmond conducts.
Musician Moment
Monday, April 20 at 8 p.m.
Learn about a Winston-Salem Symphony musician through a virtual performance from their home.
Camera 1 with the Winston-Salem Symphony
Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m.
The Symphony performs the triumphant finale of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 6 from the Stevens Center on Sunday, March 8. Tim Redmond conducts.
Special: Timothy Redmond’s Audition Concerts
Tuesday, April 28 at 8 p.m. and Thursday, April 30 at 8 p.m.
On their one-year anniversary, the Winston-Salem Symphony will stream a filmed recording of Redmond’s audition concerts. Hear the symphony perform Igor Stravinsky’s captivating Pulcinella: Suite; Jean Sibelius’s epic Symphony No. 1, op. 39, E minor; as well as Samuel Barber’s lyrical Violin Concerto, op. 14 with guest violinist Steven Moeckel.
Musician Moment
Monday, April 27 at 8 p.m.
Learn about a Winston-Salem Symphony musician through a virtual performance from their home.
Music Lovers’ Luncheon: Home Cookin’
Friday, May 1 at Noon
An enlightening online discussion between Music Director Timothy Redmond and guest violinist Steven Moeckel. The symphony will post a simple lunch recipe online the week before, that attendees can make if they like.
Camera 1 with the Winston-Salem Symphony
Friday, May 1 at 8 p.m.
Superstar violinist Rachel Barton Pine joins the symphony to perform the opening movement of Sibelius’s beloved Violin Concerto from the Stevens Center on Sunday, March 8. Tim Redmond conducts.
Musician Moment
Monday, May 4 at 8 p.m.
Learn about a Winston-Salem Symphony musician through a virtual performance from their home.
Camera 1 with the Winston-Salem Symphony
Friday, May 8 at 8 p.m.
Rachel Barton Pine performs the second movement and the finale of Sibelius’s beloved Violin Concerto from the Stevens Center on Sunday, March 8. Tim Redmond conducts.
These online events are free. However, those listening are encouraged to donate to the symphony’s Crescendo Campaign (annual fund) at wssymphony.org and to subscribe to the 2020–21 season. To find out more about the Symphony’s exciting 2020–21 season and to subscribe visit wssymphony.org/tickets/subscribe/.
For the most up-to-date Winston-Salem Symphony information related to COVID-19, please refer to the website at wssymphony.org/covid19/.
