CES presents the Maryland Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s Day Concert

The Cultural Events Series at Frostburg State University will present the Maryland Symphony Orchestra on Friday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in FSU's Woodward D. Pealer Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. The program includes Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s sparkling Overture in C; Florence Price’s soul-stirring Symphony No. 3, which honors the richness of African American musical heritage; and Camille Saint-Saens’ exuberant Piano Concerto No. 2, featuring Juilliard-educated soloist Chaeyoung Park. Prior to the performance, at 6:30 p.m., MSO Music Director, Elizabeth Schulze, will present Prélude, a discussion of the works to be performed. 

Audience members may opt to enjoy a romantic pre-show Valentine’s Day dinner, which will take place in FSU’s Gira Center, room 397. Menu options include beef, chicken, fish and vegetarian entrées and include salad, dessert and beverage service. A cash bar will be open at 5 p.m. Two seating times will be available at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. The cost for dinner ranges from $27 to $30 per person depending upon selected menu items.

Performance tickets are $40 for adults; $36 FSU employees and military; $17 for youth under 18; and free for FSU students. For more information, visit ces.frostburg.edu or call 301-687-3137. The presentation of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra is supported by the Community Trust Foundation’s Iris and Peter Halmos Community Fund and by the FSU Foundation. CES is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and receives financial support from the Allegany Arts Council and the City of Frostburg.