The University of Mary Washington Philharmonic Orchestra will perform classical works from Europe and America during its March Musical Mix concert on Saturday, March 17.

The program will include Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 and the evolving versions leading up to the U.S. national anthem “The Star Spangled Banner.” The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium. Tickets are $10, and are available at a discounted rate for UMW employees and students.

To learn more about the program, read the news release from Monday, Feb. 27.

Concert tickets can be purchased online at www.philharmonic.umw.edu or at the concert hall. For more information, call (540) 654-1012.

The UMW Philharmonic Orchestra in Rome

For the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra, the week between Christmas and New Year’s was filled with performances, trips and sightseeing as part of a tour of Italy. The 59-member group, led by Director Kevin Bartram, traveled to Venice, Florence and Rome, and performed concerts in the towns of Padua and Impruneta and in downtown Rome.

“We had such a wonderful experience meeting the Italians,” Bartram said. “They were very kind, and had such enthusiasm for music. I know that our students will cherish this experience forever.”

According to the UMW Philharmonic website, “The UMW-CSO touring program was established in 2006 as a means to offer international and cultural opportunities for our students and community musicians.” This is the third trip for the orchestra.

Students in Rome

On Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m., the UMW Philharmonic heralds its 2011-2012 season with “Pomp & Circumstance: Music of the Royal Wedding.” With guest artists the Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg and the Capital Herald Trumpets, the orchestra will perform the music featured at the marriage of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. The concert will be held in Dodd Auditorium.

Under the direction of Dr. Kevin Bartram, the Philharmonic will perform the same arrangements, in the same order from the ceremony. Featured works include “I Was Glad,” played for the Bridal Procession, “March from the Birds,” played for the Queen’s Procession and “Crown Imperial,” played for the Recessional.

Tickets are $10 for general admission and $2 for students, faculty and staff with a UMW ID. To purchase tickets, visit philharmonic.umw.edu or call 654-1012. Tickets will also be available at the door.