Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey with the Allentown Band

Overview

Ronald Demkee, Conductor

Travel expert, bestselling author, and public television personality Rick Steves invites audiences on a memorable journey through Europe, pairing breathtaking photography and engaging storytelling with live music performed by the historic Allentown Band. Inspired by the acclaimed PBS special, the program explores the cultures, landscapes, and musical traditions of some of Europe’s most beloved destinations, creating an immersive experience that combines travel, history, and music.

PROGRAM
USA- America the Beautiful, Samuel Agustus Ward
AUSTRIA- Emperor Waltz Op. 437, Johann Strauss II
GERMANY- Prelude to Act III, from “Lohengrin,” Richard Wagner
CZECH REPUBLIC- Die Moldau from “Má vlast,” Bedřich Smetana
BRITAINE- Pomp and Circumstance No. 1, Sir Edward Elgar
INTERMISSION
SPAIN- Capriccio Espagnole Op. 34, Rimsky-Korsakov
ITALY- Nabucco Overture, Guiseppi Verdi
NORWAY- Morning Mood from “Peer Gynt” Op. 23, Edvard Grieg
FRANCE- March Militaire from Suite Algerienne, Op. 60
EUROPEAN FINALE- Ode to Joy from “Symphony No. 9 in D minor,” Op. 125