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WMU Orchestra prepares essential Russian repertoire

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Pianist Lori Sims is the soloist in Rachmaninoff’s formidable Piano Concerto No. 3, with Bruce Uchimura conducting the Western Michigan University Symphony Orchestra this Sunday in Chenery Auditorium.

 They talk about the difficulties and rewards of the music, and Ms. Sims expresses her appreciation for the aura of excitement and energy student musicians bring to a performance. Bruce Uchimura also discusses the other major work on the program: DmitriShostakovich’s Fifth Symphony. Another highlight on Sunday’s concert is a world premiere, written by a WMU alumna. The concert is part of the 100th anniversary season of the Western Michigan University School of Music.

Cara Lieurance is the local host of NPR's All Things Considered on 1021 WMUK and covers local arts & culture on Let's Hear It on 89.9 Classical WMUK weekday mornings at 10 - 11 am.
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