Maestro Benichou and His Team

The Mid-Atlantc Symphony Orchestra has accomplished great strides since Julien Benichou accepted the baton in 2005. He is a person of  many talents, both personally and professionally who, in rehearsals and performances, inspires the musicians and draws the very best out of them. They love working together and  function beautifully as a team. They speak a common language in interpreting the music to inspire the audience.

Maestro Benichou has assembled a group of incredibly talented musicians and he has a very special way of leading them without compromising their freedom of musical expression. They experiment together on refining novel interpretations of the great classical masterpieces and presenting some of the more contemporary compositions to the appreciation of the listener. They have dedicated their lives to perfecting the art of taking the audience to a deeper understanding of the language of music, and Julien, in a masterful blending of their renditions, is the catalyst who brings forth the unique MSO sound.

Julien Benichou, a young but already accomplished music director, and his youthful team, truly represent a new generation of musical talent. They share with many enthusiastic listeners the sense that the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra is fast on its way to a major place in the world of music, as it strives to fulfill its mission of enriching the lives of audiences through the power of classical music.  Come and  experience the magic of the MSO sound!

From the Concertmaster, Nicholas Currie

The time has come once again to welcome you back to another exciting Season Series with the Mid-Atlantic Symphony. With the exception of our appearances on the Freeman Stage, I know that, during the summer, you have all missed the great live music presented to you under the direction of our Maestro Julien Benichou. Like the cooler air which will soon be flowing upon us, this upcoming set of concerts will put some vigor into your step.  
 
This year, The Maestro has superbly paired some great favorites such as Schumann’s Symphony No.1 with a fun and light “foot tapping” piece by Milhaud. If Le Boeuf sur le Toit doesn’t put a smile on your face, I’ll eat my bow! Julien also programmed the Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez with Beethoven’s Symphony No.2. As you can see, this musical buffet is sure to please both the listeners and the musicians.  
 
I would like to thank you on behalf of the orchestra for your strong support. In a tough economy, you have shown the rest of the symphony world what accomplishments are possible. It is fantastic to see our common vision and goals come to fruition year after year.  
 
Now sit back and enjoy this year’s assemblage of musical works. Let your imagination run free with the great composers showcased in this exciting programming.