“Douglas Moore’s ‘Giants in the Earth’ surprised me when Maestro Gier first shared the score and libretto with me. Moore was writing at a juncture in 20th-century American music - confidently including beautiful melodic themes, while at the same time embracing dark and complex harmonies one might associate with the opera of today.
“The result is emotionally dynamic and engaging. Maestro Gier has championed this work for years, and everyone involved - players and singers alike - approached the recording with energy and curiosity. Recording Giants was a pleasure, and that energy comes through on the album. Enjoy.” Nathaniel Reichman, producer & mastering engineer
The world premiere recording of ‘Giants in the Earth’ will be released in full on July 10th. #comingsoon @sdsymphony@deltadavidgier@nyreichman
COMING SOON: The world premiere recording of Douglas Moore’s ‘Giants in the Earth’, featuring the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra with music director Delta David Gier.
A Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, this landmark opera and recording illuminate the emotional intensity, psychological depth, and lyrical beauty of a work long awaited in full, making it an essential addition for lovers of American opera.
‘Giants in the Earth’ will be released in full on July 10th. #comingsoon @sdsymphony@deltadavidgier@nyreichman
SDSO ends the 2025-26 concert season with Mozart's beautiful and brilliant Piano Concerto No. 21, performed by captivating pianist Alessio Bax. Followed by Béla Bartók's vibrant Concerto for Orchestra, highlighting the talent and beauty of the orchestral sound. The night also includes a world premiere by Iranian composer Alireza Motevaseli. Don't miss this beautiful night of music to close another amazing season made possible by you. Tickets available at sdsymphony.org.
Have a fun afternoon with the family and South Dakota Symphony Orchestra this Sunday! "Concert For Kids & Families" April 12 at 4:30pm followed by an Instrument Petting Zoo. Let special guest and narrator Allison Mickelson tell you more! Tickets at sdsymphony.org.
Not one but two concerts with the SDSO next weekend! Saturday April 11 hear and feel the story of Genesis with the combined power of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of Haydn's "The Creation". Sunday April 12, grab the kids for a fun and educational afternoon with the Concert For Kids & Families featuring the classic symphonic storytelling of "Peter and The Wolf"! Followed by an instrument petting zoo, where your kids can meet the musicians and have some hands on experience with instruments. More details at sdsymphony.org
UPDATE 4-1-26:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been canceled. We unfortunately will not be able to reschedule, and hope to see you at the Dakota Wind Quintet chamber concert in our 2026-27 season.
To turn in your ticket for a donation, or to receive a full refund, please contact 3e Encore Guest Services at 605-731-2440.
We apologize for any inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding and continued support of the SDSO.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been canceled. We will announce soon if this concert will be rescheduled.
Should you still like to turn in your ticket for a donation, or receive a full refund, please contact 3e Encore Guest Services at 605-731-2440.
We apologize for any inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding.
Hear your favorite Broadway and movie hits all in one place with "Broadway to Hollywood" this Saturday, March 21 at 7:30pm. Favorites from "Wicked", "Into The Woods", "West Side Story" and more. Broadway singer Nicole Parker brings even more punch to a fun and powerful night! Tickets and details at sdsymphony.org.
Take in a unique experience with the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra presenting "The New Babylon", a 1929 classic of Soviet silent cinema magnificently pairing propaganda with art. Dmitri Shostakovich's film score performed live, just as the Russian audience experienced it. SDSU political scientist David Earnest will furnish an introduction. Showing tomorrow, March 12 at Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center at SDSU, and Sunday, March 15 at Augustana University SD School of Music Hamre Recital Hall. Details about the film, updates and more available at /concert.../shostakovich-festival/
The SDSO presents the Shostakovich Festival! An exploration of the tumultuous life and times of Dmitri Shostakovich. Through multi-media presentations, live performances, and discussions, the Shostakovich Festival begins at home in the Washington Pavilion with Shostakovich Symphony No. 8 March 7, followed by the presentation of the 1929 classic soviet film "The New Babylon", featuring the Shostakovich composed score performed live March 12, 14 & 15. Visit the "Shostakovich Festival" at sdsymphony.org for all the details!
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If you experienced Shostakovich Symphony No. 7 "Leningrad" back in 2023, or you couldn't, do NOT miss Shostakovich Symphony No. 8 Saturday, March 7! This powerful wartime masterpiece is accompanied by a "dramatic prelude" with returning Scholar in Residence, Joseph Horowitz, incorporating visuals and live music to dive deeper into the time and mind of composer Dmitri Shostakovich. Hearing this live with the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra is sure to take your breath away-feeling every beat, every pulse, every emotion. More details can be found at sdsymphony.org.
Have you heard about the Shostakovich Festival? A carefully curated experience featuring Scholar in Residence Joseph Horowitz. Explore the tumultuous life and times of Dmitri Shostakovich, beginning with the wartime masterpiece of Shostakovich's "Symphony No. 8" Saturday, March 7 at the Washington Pavilion. Then take in a screening of the classic 1929 soviet cinema "The New Babylon" with Shostakovich's score performed live Sunday, March 15 at Augustana University. Also showing at SDSU in Brookings and Goss Opera House in Watertown. More details found here
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