Sonic Panoply

son·ic   /ˈsɒnɪk/ [son-ik]
–adjective
1. of or pertaining to sound.

pan·o·ply   /ˈpænəpli/
[pan-uh-plee]
–noun, plural -plies.
1. a wide-ranging and impressive array or display: the dazzling panoply of the maharaja's procession; the panoply of European history.
2. a complete suit of armor.

Mason Bates is a river-city native and is coming back to town for the world premier of his latest orchestral creation, Sonic Panoply!

Mason has received praises from all over the country on his blending of orchestral and electronica music. For the opening concert on Sept 25, 2010 Mason has composed a brand new piece that will be heard for the first time by a full orchestra. We asked Mason to share some of this thoughts on this project.

"What's it like creating a piece for the orchestra that ignited my passion for the orchestra as a kid? It's like having your hair set on fire. Inspiration was not playing coy: instantly I had a panoply of ideas hit me. So I christened the piece Sonic Panoply, attracted to the word's two definitions of 'magnificent abundance' and 'ceremonial armor.' And now we have a piece - can't wait to hear it!"

Y-E-S!! We can’t wait to hear it either Mason! See you in a few weeks as we kick open our season with this world premier!

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