Mansfield Symphony: Classical Mansfield—A Free Community Concert

Don’t miss Classical Mansfield, a free concert presented by the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra. Directed by Octavio Más-Arocas, this community event brings together over 55 musicians for an extraordinary symphonic experience.

The program features an engaging mix of classical and contemporary works, including Katahj Copley’s “Gasoline Rainbows” and Sergei Prokofiev’s “Violin Concerto No. 2”, performed by guest violinist Yvonne Lam. The second half of the program showcases the vibrant and playful music of Dmitri Shostakovich, including “Tahiti-Trot (Tea for Two)” and selections from his “Suite for Variety Orchestra No. 1”.

Whether you’re a devoted classical music lover or new to orchestral concerts, Classical Mansfield promises an evening of inspiration and connection. Come as you are and experience the joy of live symphonic music in the heart of our community.

Directed by Octavio Más-Arocas

Featured Repertoire

Gasoline Rainbows
Katahj Copley (1998–)

Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 63
Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953)
Featuring Yvonne Lam, Violin

Tahiti Trot (Tea for Two), Op. 16
Dmitri Shostakovich (1906–1975)

Suite for Variety Orchestra No. 1 (Jazz Suite No. 2)
Dmitri Shostakovich (1906–1975)

About our Guest Soloist

Grammy Award-winning violinist Yvonne Lam has appeared as soloist with such renowned orchestras as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, the Pacific Symphony, the Auckland Philharmonia, and the American Youth Symphony. She was the violinist/violist and Co-Artistic Director of contemporary super-ensemble Eighth Blackbird for eight years, commissioning and premiering over a hundred works by composers including Steve Reich, David Lang, Nico Muhly, Nathalie Joachim, and Bryce Dessner. Her debut solo album, Watch Over Us, features works for solo violin and electronic track, and she has appeared as a guest performer on dozens of albums featuring new music. In addition to winning top prizes at international competitions including the Michael Hill World Violin Competition, the Liana Issakadze Violin Competition, and the Holland-America Music Society Competition, Ms. Lam served three seasons as Assistant Concertmaster of the Washington National Opera Orchestra. Ms. Lam is now an Associate Professor of Violin and Coordinator of Chamber Music at Michigan State University. She received her Bachelor of Music from the Curtis Institute of Music and her Master of Music from the Juilliard School.

About the Mansfield Symphony

The mission of the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra is to provide a quality symphonic experience that engages musicians, patrons, and youth alike. Under the creative direction of Octavio Más-Arocas, the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra features over 55 talented musicians from Mansfield, Ohio and the greater Ohio region.

Our Sponsors

With Support from A Grant from the Gorman Fund of the Richland County Foundation
Ed & Pat Olson
Directions Credit Union
Discovery Dental