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A close-up of Terrence Wilson.

Terrence Wilson

The fall marks John DeMain’s 30th anniversary season as music director of the Madison Symphony Orchestra. The MSO is celebrating with a tribute to legendary American composers. Copland’s Appalachian Spring, a favorite of DeMain, will be joined by Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, notable for its early infusion of jazz elements into the classical tradition. Adams’ The Chairman Dances: Foxtrot for Orchestra and Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, Op. 30 round out the program. Pianist Terrence Wilson is the guest artist. “American Rhapsody” performances are at 7:30 p.m.. Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

Concert schedule: 7:30 pm Friday, 8 pm Saturday, 2:30 pm Sunday.

Aaron Copland, Appalachian Spring

George Gershwin, Rhapsody in Blue

John Adams, The Chairman Dances: Foxtrot for Orchestra

Howard Hanson, Symphony No. 2, Op. 30 “Romantic”

John DeMain, Music Director

Terrence Wilson, Piano