We Are The Music Makers

11.08.25 | 7:30PM

Community Concert Hall, Durango

Durango Choral Society, Rhonda Muckerman

Caliente Choir of Farmington, Virginia Nickels

Deborah Nansteel, Mezzo-Soprano

San Juan Symphony

Thomas Heuser, conductor

Radetsky March, Op 228 (1848) Johann Strauss, Sr.

Tristan und Isolder: Prelude und Liebestod WWV, 90  Richard Wagner

Edward Elgar, The Music Makers, Op. 69 (1912)

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.” The famous Ode by English poet Arthur O’Shaughnessy inspired Elgar’s captivating musical statement, riddled with personal meaning and romantic sentiments. More than 100 singers will join in harmony to sing this impressive work, featuring the SJS debut of the compelling  mezzo soprano, Deborah Nansteel.

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