Prized Treasures

The spotlight truly homes in on MSO players in a program showcasing their standout skills and talents. Spohr’s Nonet, a landmark 1813 chamber work for flute, oboe, clarinet, horn and strings, is adored for its inventive, beautiful melodies, soulful themes and cheerful finish. Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet highlights MSO Principal Clarinet Jorge Diez and the Mississippi Symphony String Quartet in a richly rewarding dialogue that lingers long after the last note.

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Series Sponsor: Keesler Federal Credit Union

Concert Sponsor: Lesly Gaynor Murray in memory of Stephen C. Edds

Talent Bio

Jorge Diez, clarinet

MSO’s Principal Clarinetist Jorge Diez is a native of Colombia. He has performed across three continents and in six countries, and collaborated with notable orchestras under the baton of renowned conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel. With an undergraduate degree from El Sistema de Orquestas and a Doctorate in Clarinet Performance from the University of Alabama, Diez is also a performing artist for Selmer Paris and D’Addario Woodwinds.

MSO String Quartet: Alexander Ilchev, violin; Vince Massimino, violin; Ausra Jasineviciute, viola; Mert Ozkan, cello

Music Program

First Half

Louis Spohr – Nonet, Op. 31, in F Major (1813)

Second Half

Johannes Brahms – Clarinet Quintet, in B Minor, Op. 115 (1891), performed by Jorge Diez, clarinet, and the Mississippi Symphony String Quartet