VIOLIN I Joanna Frankel, VIOLIN II Tatiana Hanna, VIOLA Karl Pedersen, CELLO Wendy Morton, BASS Rudy Albach, FLUTE Joseph Niles Watson, OBOE Hugo Souza, | CLARINET David Thomas, BASSOON Betsy Sturdevant, HORN Megan Amos, TRUMPET Mark Grisez, TROMBONE TUBA TIMPANI PERCUSSION HARP KEYBOARD SAXOPHONE Pete Mills LIBRARIAN |
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT COLUMBUS COMMONS
STUART CHAFETZ, CONDUCTOR
JULIE REIBER, VOCALIST
MICHAEL CHERTOCK, PIANO
SMITH/DAMROSCH | The Star-Spangled Banner | |
GERSHWIN/ROSE | Overture to Girl Crazy | |
GERSHWIN/RIDDLE | 'S Wonderful | |
GERSHWIN/RIDDLE | Fascinatin' Rhythm Julie Reiber, vocalist | |
GERSHWIN | Rhapsody in Blue Michael Chertock, piano | |
--INTERMISSION-- | ||
WILLIAMS | Bugler's Dream Fanfare - Olympic Fanfare and Theme | |
BAGLEY | National Emblem March | |
ARR. MCKENZIE | Can't Help Falling In Love | |
MITCHELL/MCKENZIE | Both Sides Now | |
ARR. WILHOUSKY | The Battle Hymn of the Republic | |
GIACCHINO | Medal of Honor | |
ARR. LOWDEN | Armed Forces Salute | |
WARD/SHOUP | America the Beautiful Julie Reiber, vocalist | |
BERLIN/HEALEY | God Bless America Julie Reiber, vocalist | |
TCHAIKOVSKY | 1812, Overture solonelle, Op. 49 | |
SOUSA/STOKOWSKI | Stars and Stripes Forever | |
The Nationaires, a cherished choral group, have woven their melodious tapestry since their inception in 1952. As part of the Nationwide Associate Network—a nonprofit organization for associates and retirees of Nationwide Insurance—the Nationaires have harmonized their way into the hearts of audiences across Columbus, Ohio.
Origins and Resilience: Founded within the hallowed halls of the Farm Bureau, the Nationaires emerged during a time when music was both solace and celebration. Their enduring spirit has carried them through decades, and they continue to thrive today. Their commitment to musical excellence remains unwavering.
Conclusion: The Nationaires—a living testament to passion, resilience, and the power of music—continue to serenade audiences, bridging generations and celebrating the human spirit. Their legacy echoes through time, a symphony of voices that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who listen. 🎵🌟
