Longmont Symphony Orchestra: Beautiful Minds: Darkness and Light

"In advance of Mental Health Awareness and Pride months, we take a look at the musical expressions of mental health and identity struggles from two similar voices, separated by a century. Intensely beautiful and moving, Peter Tchaikovsky’s Symphony 6 'Pathetique' written just 9 days before his untimely death clearly shows this great composer wrestling with darkness and light. American composer Tyler Harrison’s World Premiere Symphony 3 'The Garden of Tears' is his thematically paired answer to 'Pathetique.' Harrison’s symphony ends with hope, as he says: 'The garden of life thrives on the tears that water it, but it is laughter that ultimately defines its beauty.' Powerful and transformative, this concert program will stay with you."