Copland & Twain: An America 250 Celebration

Experience a unique and powerful celebration of American identity with *Copland & Twain: An America 250 Celebration*. Director Bill Barclay and Concert Theatre Works present this exciting new theatrical concert, pairing the stirring incidental music of Aaron Copland with the timeless observations of Mark Twain. Under the masterful direction of Music Director Ken-David Masur, the full orchestral power of the MSO comes alive, joined by six costumed actors and captivating projected visuals. Featuring beloved Copland compositions like *Music for Movies* and *Music for the Theatre*, this unforgettable performance weaves together excerpts from Twain’s essays, stories, speeches, and articles, offering a soothing and thought-provoking exploration of America’s evolution. A blend of majesty, tolerance, wisdom, and humor, *Copland & Twain* provides a compelling and resonant reflection on the questions facing our nation today.