Between 1935 and 1936, Carl Orff took on the endeavor of composing a piece based on 24 poems found in the medieval collection, “Carmina Burana”. The piece, composed for full symphony orchestra and mixed choir, covers an array of topics including: “the fickleness of fortune, the ephemeral nature of life, the joy of the return of spring, the pleasures and perils of drinking, gluttony, gambling, and lust.”
On February 21st, at 8pm, Hill Auditorium will ring with the music of the University Symphony Orchestra and the University Choirs as they join forces to present this seminal masterpiece– one of the most well known pieces of music of the 20th century. Under the direction of Kenneth Kiesler, director of University Orchestras, this will be a night of grand music you will not want to miss. The best part: it’s free!
What: USO and University Choirs performing Carmina Burana
When: Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
Where: Hill Auditorium
How much: FREE!
