HOMETOWN & HOLLYWOOD
Presented by Rod McDonald & Family
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Classical Series | Conexus Arts Centre
6:45 PM Pre Show
7:30 PM Concert
9:00 PM Standing Ovation Post Show Reception Presented by Conexus Arts Centre
Gordon Gerrard, conductor
Karen Donnelly, trumpet
A spectacular season opener celebrating a hometown hero and a Hollywood icon! Experience the dazzling energy of Karen Donnelly, Regina’s own trumpet sensation, as she returns home to perform the thrilling Trumpet Concerto by John Williams - one of the most legendary names in film and concert music.
The evening begins with Northern Star by Canadian composer Dorothy Chang, a bold and modern piece full of color and momentum. Then, brace yourself for the emotional and powerful journey of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7, a stirring finale to an unforgettable night.