Upcoming Events | more…
Boulder Philharmonic:
Hindemith & Brahms
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 4 PM
Macky Auditorium, Boulder, CO
Michael Butterman, conductor
Jonathan Biss, piano
CARLOS SIMON The Block
HINDEMITH Mathis der Maler
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 2
Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra:
Prokofiev – Passion & Power
Michael Butterman, conductor
Natasha Paremski, piano
PROKOFIEV Lieutenant Kijé Suite
PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3
PROKOFIEV Suite from Romeo and Juliet
News & Reviews | more…
Arts notes: Symphony orchestras close seasons with astounding programs | Virgina Gazette (article is behind a paywall)
“The Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra closed its current season last week with another highly creative program by music director Michael Butterman. The first half of the May 14 performance featured the highly acclaimed Native American flutist R. Carlos Nakai and three of his compelling works… Then came the world premiere of Dawn Avery’s ‘Secrets: A Tribute to the Brafferton Indian School,’ with narration concerning the history of the school and interpretive dance by the Leah Glenn Dance Theatre. Inspiring in all aspects. The evening closed with Dvořák’s ever familiar Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ Butterman’s take on this was filled with subtleties of interpretation not ordinarily heard and much appreciated for its detail and freshness. The WSO was on target throughout and brought excitement to the musical chestnut.”
Williamsburg Symphony to Close 40th Season with Homage to Native American Culture | Daily Press
Michael Butterman on New Music that Resonates with Community Identity | The Muse in Music blog
What’s Your Story? Michael Butterman, Music Director, Shreveport Symphony Orchestra | Shreveport Bossier Journal