2012-13 Season

The Ideal Cut - Homecoming Concert
Saturday, Oct. 20, 8 p.m.
The ideal cut of a diamond achieves the perfect balance between fire and brilliance. Daria Rabotkina, winner of the 2007 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, has been lauded as “…a pianist full of fire and warmth” (The Plain-Dealer). Whether in front of an orchestra, in the recital hall or in a chamber music setting, Ms. Rabotkina impresses audiences and critics alike with her “clearly prodigious musical gifts” (The Washington Post)

A Christmas Carol
Sunday, Dec. 9, 3 p.m.
In Charles Dickens’ classic, Ebenezer Scrooge’s heart is transformed from a cold lump of coal to a warm, colorful diamond. Join the Wartburg Players and the Wartburg Community Symphony as they portray Scrooge’s transformation after visits from three spirits.

Diamond in the Rough
Saturday, Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m.
This concert reunites teachers and pupils across three generations. Meet Alexander Ambartsumian, a talented young violinist faceting his career and his father, Levon, an already polished gem, who is teacher and mentor to WCS Conductor Dr. Daniel Kaplunas.

A Cut Above the Rest
Saturday, April 13, 7:30 p.m.
Called the “golden voice” by USA Today, Dr. Jennifer Larson, graces our stage in her premier performance with the symphony. With a voice described by German newspapers as “impressive” and “light-filled,” Dr. Brian Pfaltzgraff makes a command performance singing four of his favorite Strauss songs. Together, they will close the Diamond Jubilee season with a concert promising to be “a cut above the rest.”