Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, Director of Orchestral Activities

The APSU Music Department Symphony Orchestra presents a viewing of the 1931 classic film Frankenstein, the Man Who Made a Monster with an original score by composer Michael Shapiro.

W.A. MOZART Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, movement I
Alejandro Lopez Ochoa, graduate conductor
Virginia LEO The Baby in Yellow (world premiere of new orchestration)
Zenas Alexander, graduate conductor
Michael SHAPIRO Frankenstein (1931) – Live-to-film
Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, conductor

Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, guest conductor

On Saturday, October 11 at 6:00 PM, the Valley Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 74th Season with a FREE outdoor community event presented by HEB as part of the Sunset Live Concert Series at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park.

This year’s program features:

The Art of Video Game Music - Featuring selections from Halo, Civilization IV, Kingdom Hearts, ABZÛ, Walkabout Mini Golf, Incarnate, and The Baby in Yellow. Conducted by our good friend, Jacob Schnitzer.

A string quartet tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne.

Kids percussion workshop.

Food trucks, vendors, and family fun!

Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, Director of Orchestral Activities

The APSU Music Department Symphony Orchestra presents a viewing of the 1931 classic film Frankenstein, the Man Who Made a Monster with an original score by composer Michael Shapiro.

BEETHOVEN Egmont Overture
John Schnettler, guest conductor
Marianna Martines Sinfonia in C (world premiere of new edition)
Antonín DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”
Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, conductor

Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, Music Director

In a beloved annual tradition, Gateway Chamber Orchestra ushers in the holiday season in collaboration with the Gateway Chorale, Clarksville Children’s Choir, and Madison Street United Methodist Church at Winterglow – a Baroque Celebration. This year’s winter baroque concert, led by GCO’s new Music Director Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, features timeless classics like Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major (you might know its famous “Air on the G String”) and Vivaldi’s Gloria. After an intermission, we celebrate our holiday cheer with the Clarksville Children’s Chorus, Madison Street’s glorious organ, and toy instruments… dare we say it… there will be fun for all!

Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, Music Director

Join us at Homegrown Holidays, a new Holiday concert that brings together Clarksville's performing arts students with the Gateway Chamber Orchestra for a joyous event of seasonal spirit and community pride. A spotlight on Clarksville’s next generation of performers, this special event features The Nutcracker Suite with dance students from Classic Steps II, a side-by-side performance with the GCO and the Clarksville Youth Orchestra, and an acoustic set by Clarksville’s emerging singer/songwriter Mattie Lyn. This is the perfect family-friendly event to ring in the holiday season. 60 minutes with no intermission. 

Jacob Aaron Schnitzer, Music Director

Discover the Art of Video Game Music in this immersive and educational concert featuring the Gateway Chamber Orchestra and its studio musicians who record for some of the most beloved video game franchises. Co-curated by GCO cellist Andrew Dunn (Destiny 2, Call of Duty, Fortnite, FIFA 19, Reigns: Game of Thrones) and Music Director Jacob Aaron Schnitzer (Power Up: The Art of Video Game Music), Video Game Symphony includes music from established and indie video game titles including Octopath Traveler, Chained Echoes, The Baby In Yellow, Walkabout Mini Golf, and more–all accompanied by visuals, videos, and gameplay. Lasting 60 minutes, this family-friendly concert is created for children ages 10-18 and video gaming enthusiasts of all ages.