William Grant Still (1895-1978)
The Post
Rochester, New York
By Messenger Post Media
Jan. 18, 2019
The Penfield Symphony Orchestra, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to enriching the Rochester community for over 60 years, will present “A Sweet for the Sweet,” the third concert of its 63rd season.
The concert will feature Bernstein’s “Overture to Candide,” William Grant Still’s “Poem for Orchestra,” Hanson’s Symphony No. 2 in D-flat major, and Grofé’s “Grand Canyon Suite.” It will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 25 at the Penfield High School Auditorium, 25 High School Drive.
Tickets can be purchased at penfieldsymphony.org; by phone at (585) 872-0774; at all area Wegmans; the Penfield Recreation Department, 1985 Baird Road; Canandaigua National Bank (Penfield Branch), 1816 Penfield Road; and at the door on the night of the concert.
Tickets cost $15 for adults and $12 for senior citizens, 60 and older For students of any age with a student ID, tickets are free.
