March 10, 2010
Maryland Symphony Orchestra to Offer Lecture Series

Hagerstown, MD—The Maryland Symphony Orchestra is offering a two-part music lecture series entitled “Let’s Talk Music” on Monday, March 15 and Monday, April 19.  Classes will be held at the MSO office at 30 W. Washington Street in Hagerstown, beginning at 5:30 p.m.  The cost per class is $5.00 which includes light refreshments.  Space is limited so reserve your spot today by calling 301-797-4000.

“Let’s Talk Music” will expand your knowledge and enjoyment of classical music.  This casual, yet informative, look at the basic structure of classical music will be led by MSO Board Member Brendan Fitzsimmons who holds a master’s degree in Musicology from the University of North Carolina. 

The first lecture will focus on “Technology in Music” and how the advances in musical instruments have changed the orchestral landscape.  In particular, attention will be paid to how the evolution of the piano made possible the changes in piano concertos from Mozart and Beethoven to Chopin, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff.