Michael Nowak and the Santa Maria Phil proudly present: 'Vivaldi Four Seasons’

Vivaldi’s iconic work celebrates each season of the year, with pictorial effects depicting bird calls, flowing streams, ice, wind and storms, as well as barking dogs and more. First published in 1775, this remarkable storytelling through music remains popular 250 years later.

Also on this program is the deeply expressive and devotional work by Lauridsen, O Magnum Mysterium, which reflects on the mystery of the Nativity. The exquisite ‘Ancient Airs and Dances’ by the 20^th century Italian composer Respighi, captures the charm and elegance of the courtly dances of an era long ago.

Concertmaster and talented string player, violinist Brynn Albanese, will help embody the spirit and joy of the Baroque for our December performance and will fill the hall with beauty and cheer.

There will be a pre-concert lecture that will enhance your enjoyment and understanding of the music. This Pre-Concert Lecture is FREE and open to all concert goers. The lecture will be held just before the concert, beginning at 6:50PM and ending at 7:10PM.

Complete Program:

Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 3, by Ottorino Respighi
O Magnum Mysterium, by Morten Lauridsen
The Four Seasons, by Antonio Vivaldi

Brynn Albanese, violin soloist

Event Details:

Friday, December 5, 2025

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

The First United Methodist Church

311 S Broadway

Santa Maria, 93454

FREE KIDS TICKETS (18 yrs old & younger), with purchase of an adult ticket. Enter promo code KIDSFREE at checkout when purchasing your adult tickets, and make it a family night!

Ticket Pricing:

General $50
Senior/Military $45
Students $15
Preferred Seating $55
Kids ( 18 yrs old & younger) Free with promo code KIDSFREE

Please note that photographs and videorecording is occurring during this event. Photos and video will be used by SMPS for promotional purposes and on our YouTube channel. Your consent to this is indicated by your attendance.

Sponsorships

The Santa Maria Philharmonic Society has six classes of sponsorship. All classes of sponsors at a level of Steward and above

are listed in our concert programs. To ensure your name is listed in this program, please send in your donation by November 12.

Let’s SAFELY Listen Local Live! All current state and county health guidelines will be observed.

Please check our website https://smphilharmonic.org for updates, event cancellations, or postponements.

For questions or assistance with ticket purchases, please call the Santa Maria Philharmonic office at (805) 925-0412.

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