Heritage, Serenades & a Season to Remember: What’s Next at Claflin Hill?

It’s been an incredible season at the Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra — and we’re not slowing down.In this episode, Bernadette sits down with Founder & Artistic Director Paul Surapine to reflect on a year filled with bold programming, unforgettable performances, and thrilling audience response — from the powerful, all-wind ensemble concert (10 winds, 6 percussionists, and not a string in sight!) to a season-opening New World Symphony and a radiant Strauss Oboe Concerto.Now, what’s next?🎶 March 14 – “Homage to Heritage”A fascinating orchestral program exploring composers honoring composers:Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite (a Baroque-inspired tribute)Tchaikovsky’s Mozart-inspired SuiteRespighi’s Ancient Airs and DancesMusic that looks backward — and somehow feels entirely fresh.🎵 Wind Serenade Finale – Chamber Series at Apple Tree ArtsA celebration of the serenade tradition featuring:Dvořák’s Serenade for WindsMozart’s monumental Gran PartitaPaul shares beautiful insight into what a “serenade” truly means — from village musicians gathering at dusk to Mozart writing music for his friends to play together.💬 Along the way, the conversation explores:Why bold programming matters in a 26th seasonHow great music keeps evolvingThe joy of musicians reconnecting with repertoire they haven’t played since collegeAnd how Claflin Hill continues to grow as a cultural hub in the communityAs Paul says: same ingredients — just a new presentation.🎟️ Tickets and information: www.claflinhill.orgThere’s more to come.