ROBERT OWEN — Technology Leader & Musician
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Echoes of Reverie and Light

Date: April 11, 2026
Ensemble: Symphony of the Mountains
Position: Principal
Venue: ETSU: Martin Center for the Arts · Johnson City, Tennessee
Program / Notes:

– Morning Mood – Grieg’s evocative musical portrait of dawn
– Lux Aeterna – Lauridsen’s luminous and deeply moving choral masterpiece, performed by Voices of the Mountains
– Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129 – Schumann’s deeply expressive Romantic-era concerto, featuring cellist Eliana Yang, winner of the Elizabeth Harper Vaughn Concerto Competition

This concert pairs beloved orchestral and choral works with the exceptional artistry of our concerto competition winner. Audiences will experience the orchestra’s versatility, from the tranquil glow of Grieg’s sunrise to the radiant choral harmonies of Lauridsen, culminating in the emotional power of Schumann’s concerto—a performance that highlights both the enduring beauty of the classical tradition and the exciting promise of emerging talent.

Group discounts are available for this performance. A minimum purchase of 10 tickets is required.

For group ticket sales, please contact the ETSU Martin Center Box Office at (423) 439-2787 Monday-Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, or by email Tickets@ETSUMartinCenter.org.

For accommodations for this performance, please contact our Box Office at (423) 439-2787 Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, or by email at Tickets@ETSUMartinCenter.org.

Tickets are $40 + additional venue fees. Students and Children receive free tickets.

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