WGN 5th grade students wait for the student performance of the
Valdosta Symphony Orchestra to begin

WG Nunn 5th Grade Students Visit the Valdosta Symphony
 
On Friday, December 4th, 5th grade students from WG Nunn Elementary attended the student performance of the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra. Music teachers, Mrs. Sue Ellen Rumstay and Susan Brashier arranged the annual trip to VSU's Whitehead Auditorium. The Symphony's new music director, Mr. Howard Hsu and the 75 piece orchestra presented several pieces from composers Wolfgang Mozart and Gustav Mahler. Four WGN students with "stage passes" had the honor of sitting on stage during the performance. To develop further interest, Mr. Hsu entertained students with interesting musical and instrumental techniques. Guest soloist, Ms. Tamara Hardesty, performed several pieces that showcased her beautiful soprano voice. Following the program, students had the opportunity to question Mr. Hsu about the orchestra, instruments and his career. Students were delighted to learn that Mr. Hsu and Ms. Hardesty are husband and wife. 

Thank you Valdosta Symphony Orchestra, Executive Director Dr. Doug Farwell, and the Symphony Guild for the opportunity to expand our musical interests!

Dr. Howard Hsu and the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra

The Valdosta Symphony Orchestra and guest soloist Tamara Hardesty


Following the program Mr. Hsu answered questions from the student
audience


Mr. Hsu with his wife, soloist Tamara Hardesty