Alex Lee, conductor

Discover a mesmerizing evening of symphonic brilliance as the Fort Wayne Philharmonic presents “The Sound of Innovation” at the iconic Electric Works in downtown Fort Wayne. Prepare to be inspired by a harmonious fusion that resonates with the building’s rich history.

Price includes a tasting box of food from select merchants at Electric Work’s Union Street Market.

PROGRAM

SATIE                      Gymnopédie No. 1

BRAHMS                 Serenade No. 2 in A major, Op. 16

INTERMISSION

FAURÉ                    Élégie, Op. 24
Andre Gaskins, cello

SAINT-SAËNS        Allegro appassionato, Op. 43
Andre Gaskins, cello

GOULD                   Symphonette No. 2

MONTGOMERY     Banner

Alex Lee is a rising Taiwanese American conductor acclaimed for his excellent stage presence and musical finesse. Lee serves as the Dar Richardson Conducting Fellow of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra, appointed by Music Director Andrew Constantine in 2023. Lee placed 2nd in the 2018 Smoky Mountain International Conducting Competition and was a finalist of the 2012 Tokyo International Conducting Competition. Past engagements include serving as an emerging conductor at the Peninsula Music Festival, as well as experiences working with the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, Budapest Symphony Orchestra MÁV, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra and New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra. Equally adept in opera conducting, Lee conducted full productions of Puccini, Handel, and Menotti at Southwestern Oklahoma State University. He received his Bachelor’s and Master of Music degrees from the National Taiwan Normal University and Doctoral Degree from the University of North Texas.