The night has a musical image all its own – thoughtful, soft, romantic, possessing a solitary loveliness that transcends its darkest depths. It is an image that cannot be readily captured, only suggested, and music is the night’s most meaningful interpreter. Here in this melodic interlude, presented by the Symphonic “Pops” Orchestra, under the direction of Nathaniel Shilkret, are skillful interpretations of the hours after dark – the restful charm, melancholy loneliness, fond memories and majestic beauty. When we speak of Victor Herbert and Rudolf Friml, we are apt to think only of their many fascinating operettas, but both composers wrote numerous other works as well. As an aperitif to our evening, the Orchestra offers Victor Herbert’s Canzonetta, a lilting suite excerpt that reflects the sparkle of day merging into the night. In the lovely reverie, Tender Message, by Rudolf Friml, evening descends in an expressive mood of gentle reflection. ...