Voices of Nature
February 28, 2027, at 7:00 p.m. | Tobin Center
YOSA Philharmonic joins forces with the San Antonio Mastersingers for an evening of chorus and orchestra celebrating one of music's most enduring themes: the power and beauty of nature.
Gabriela Ortiz’s Kauyumari opens the night by conjuring the sacred blue deer of indigenous Mexican lore, while Alexander Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances pulses with the elemental energy of Central Asian nomads, music that has stirred audiences for over a century.
The evening culminates in a world premiere of a new choral-orchestral work by YOSA Music Director Troy Peters, setting nature-inspired poetry by Julie Cadwallader-Staub to music for the very first time.
Rounding out the night, 2026/27 YOSA Concerto Competition winner takes the stage in a showcase of rising young talent, and YOSA Concertino Strings makes an appearance.
Repertoire Includes:
Ortiz—Kauyumari
Borodin—Polovtsian Dances
Peters—new work for chorus and orchestra (world premiere)
Plus an appearance by YOSA Concertino Strings
About San Antonio Mastersingers
The mission of San Antonio Mastersingers is to provide the community with life-enriching experiences through choral performances that engage the audience, challenge the singers, raise funds for worthy charities, and provide inspirational, educational, and moving musical opportunities for concert-goers.
Currently under the artistic leadership of Music Director Dr. Yoojin Muhn, the San Antonio Mastersingers were the FIRST symphonic choir established in the state of Texas. Formed in 1944 and 120-voices strong, the Mastersingers bring highly acclaimed performances to the city of San Antonio and are firmly planted as a major contributor to the rich choral tradition in the state.
YOSA Concertino Strings
Led by Conductor Kenneth Freudigman, this ensemble will be featured.
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