The Great Falls Symphony announces Roots of Expression, an immersive concert experience led by music director candidate Fernanda Lastra on Friday, November 8, at 7:30 PM at the Mansfield Theater. The evening begins with a free pre-concert talk at 6:30 PM and concludes with a relaxed post-concert reception at the ‘Maestro Lounge’ open until 10:30 PM where audience members can mingle with musicians and meet the conductor.
“Roots of Expression” explores how cultural heritage, place, and personal voice shape orchestral sound, tracing musical lineages while spotlighting the energy of modern symphonic music. Under Lastra’s baton, the program will highlight vivid colors, rhythmic vitality, and heartfelt lyricism that connect past and present.
Event Schedule (November 8)
6:30 PM — Pre-concert Talk in the Mansfield Theater (free with ticket)
7:30 PM — Roots of Expression concert, conducted by Fernanda Lastra
Post-concert–10:30 PM — Maestro Lounge
About Fernanda Lastra
A dynamic conductor known for communicative leadership and audience-centered programming, Fernanda Lastra appears this season as a candidate for GFSymphony’s Music Director position. Her work emphasizes community connection, artistic excellence, and inclusive repertoire.
Tickets & Information
Tickets, venue details, and program updates are available at www.gfsymphony.org/fernanda-lastra.
This performance is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Hotel Arvon and Bern Insurance, with the 2025–26 Season proudly sponsored by D.A. Davidson Companies. Fernanda Lastra is sponsored by Chuck & Gerry Jennings, and all of our candidates are sponsored by the Gibson Hotel, City Motor Company, and Montana’s Rib & Chop House.
About the Great Falls Symphony Association
The Great Falls Symphony Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural life of north-central Montana through exceptional live performances and music education. The Symphony presents six dynamic concerts each season at the Mansfield Theater, featuring world-class guest artists and diverse repertoire that ranges from classical masterpieces to innovative contemporary works. Our six Symphony series concerts this season are each conducted by finalist candidates for our open Music Director position. Our Youth Orchestra, Sinfonia, and Chamber Music students perform in the Mansfield Theater twice a season. All tickets to youth performances are free, and concerts are open to the public.
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