BSO – Masterworks I – Force of Nature

Lauded for his sumptuous tone and jaw-dropping technique, cellist Zuill Bailey opens the
Bangor Symphony Orchestra’s 131st Season performing Michael Daugherty’s “Tales of
Hemingway,” for which he received the Best Solo Performance Grammy Award in 2017.
We begin the program with Peggy Stuart Coolidge’s suite, New England Autumn,
inspired by life in New England and brought to life by rich orchestral imagery and
resounding flair. Rounding out the program is the Second Symphony of the deeply
emotionally disturbed composer Robert Schumann, written as part of self-care journey
towards calm and inner peace.

Program
New England Autumn | Peggy Stuart Coolidge
Tales of Hemmingway | Michael Daugherty
Zuill Bailey, cello
Symphony No. 2 in C major | Robert Schumann

Lucas Richman, conductor
Zuill Bailey, cello

About the Guest Artist:
Zuill Bailey, widely considered one of the premiere cellists in the world, is a Grammy
Award winning, internationally renowned soloist, recitalist, Artistic Director and teacher.
His rare combination of celebrated artistry, technical wizardry and engaging personality
has made him one of the most sought after and active cellists today. For more
information, visit Zuill Bailey