Visiting the Music of Carousel: Carousel Waltz
This instrumental piece opens the musical and is one of the most iconic compositions in Carousel. It sets the tone for the entire musical by evoking the excitement and motion of a carousel, while also hinting at the darker, more turbulent emotions that will play out in the story. The swirling, circular melody mirrors the carousel ride and introduces the audience to the carnival setting in a vibrant, yet somewhat haunting, way.
Unlike most overtures of the time, which were medleys of the musical’s main songs, "The Carousel Waltz" is a standalone orchestral piece. It serves as a thematic and emotional prologue to the show, rather than a summary of the music to come. Its lush, symphonic style was unusual for a Broadway musical in the 1940s, giving Carousel an almost operatic quality.
Keith Teepen (Pianist)
Pianist Keith Teepen, enjoys a multi-faceted career in performing and teaching. Keith has performed in Europe, Asia, South America, and throughout North America. Keith is also a frequent collaborator in the opera world and was the “official pianist” for the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions – North Dakota-Manitoba District from 2015-2018. Recently Keith had the pleasure of working with saxophonist Scott Sandberg on the album Duality - Works for Tenor Saxophone & Piano. He received his D.M.A. in Collaborative Piano at the University of Colorado, Boulder and he is currently the Tom Kenan Assistant Professor of Piano at Flagler College in St. Augustine.
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Carousel à la Carte October 4 and 5, 2024!
Selections from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical Carousel combine with a special catered dinner by La Cocina as we open our 25th Anniversary Season. Revel in timeless music while savoring gourmet delights. This perfect “date night” promises to ignite the flames of nostalgia and create cherished memories.
Enhance Your Evening with a Special Performance
This year’s Enhanced Reception will include exclusive performances by several artists and feature original songs by Omar Najmi (this evening’s tenor) and our own Artistic Director, Curtis Tucker!
Enhanced ticket holders will be treated to champagne and hors d’oeuvres, and will enjoy front-row seating for the main performance. When buying your tickets online, please select any available seats at tables 1-4 (designated in red) in front of the stage to participate. Excellent general admission seats (any table in blue) are also available.
Doors open at 5 pm for enhanced ticket holders, and the entertainment will begin at 5:30
The opening of Rodgers & Hammerstein's 1956 film of CAROUSEL
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