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Summer Salute: Dancing in the Street – The Music of Motown
Summer Salute is back! Join Troy Quinn and your Owensboro Symphony at McConnell Plaza on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of Motown magic on the riverfront. Featuring Grammy-winning vocalists bringing classic hits to life, this is a free, family-friendly celebration you won’t want to miss. Summer Salute is made possible through the generosity of the Daviess County Fiscal Court, with additional support from the City of Owensboro and the…
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Youth Orchestra to perform Spring Concert
The Owensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra will present their annual Spring Concert on Monday, April 27, 2026, at First Baptist Church. Doors open 30 minutes before the 6:30 p.m. performance. Tickets are $10 per person, with free admission for all students. Advance tickets are available at OwensboroSymphony.org, cash or check will be accepted at the door. Audience members are asked to enter through Door 7, located at the corner of Daviess Street and 2nd Street. About the…
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Owensboro Symphony Announces 2026-27 Season
The Owensboro Symphony proudly announces its 2026-27 season, featuring a five-concert subscription series beginning this October. The subscription series is presented by Owensboro Health. This season marks Music Director Troy Quinn’s tenth season with the Symphony and celebrates the extraordinary artistry and versatility of the orchestra.
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Americana, Amplified – 60th Season Finale
Join us on April 18 at RiverPark Center, beginning at 7:00 p.m., for the grand finale of our 60th anniversary season, a spectacular celebration of America’s most beloved music. This dynamic program features works by iconic composers including John Williams, Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, Florence Price, and Aaron Copland. Audiences will be swept away by unforgettable selections from favorite films such as A Star Is Born, Frozen, The Bodyguard, and West Side Story, and more. We are thrilled to welcome acclaimed…
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Summer Salute Returns June 6
The Owensboro Symphony is proud to announce Summer Salute: Dancing in the Street, a lively tribute to the timeless sounds of Motown. This free community celebration will take place on June 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at McConnell Plaza on the Owensboro riverfront.
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Tribute to John Williams: What to Know Before You Go!
Troy Quinn and your Owensboro Symphony are excited to welcome you to Tribute to John Williams! Here’s everything you need to know before you arrive for this unforgettable evening of iconic film music. Date and LocationSaturday, March 7RiverPark Center101 Daviess Street, Owensboro, KY Before the ConcertExperience Behind the Music with Troy Quinn in Cannon Hall from 6:15 – 6:40 p.m., presented by Baird – The Settle Group. Sit anywhere you like during the conversation, then move to your regular seat for the concert. Doors…
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We Play for You – ¡Vamos a la Sinfonía! Continues as Planned This Saturday
While it will be cold outside, the show will go on! Troy Quinn and your Owensboro Symphony take the stage for the first time in 2026 on Saturday, January 31 at 7 p.m. at RiverPark Center. Music captures the diversity of Hispanic culture in a unique way. Come celebrate the influence of Latin American and Hispanic composers with your Owensboro Symphony. The concert will feature Grammy Award-winning classical guitarist Sharon Isbin, described by The Boston Globe as “one of…
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Owensboro Symphony Kicks Off 2026 with Grammy-Winning Guitarist Sharon Isbin
Troy Quinn and your Owensboro Symphony take the stage for the first time in 2026 on Saturday, January 31 at 7 p.m. at RiverPark Center. Music, like no other art form, reflects the true variety of Hispanic culture. Join the Owensboro Symphony for a celebration of the rich cultural impact of Latin American and Hispanic composers. This exciting concert features Grammy winning classical guitarist Sharon Isbin hailed by the Boston Globe as “one of the…
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Symphony Academy Expands Programs, Invites Instructors to Join Growing Music Initiative
Since opening in 2005, the Owensboro Symphony Academy has been a cornerstone of music education in the region, providing high-quality instruction for students of all ages and abilities. Connected to the artistic excellence of the Owensboro Symphony, the Academy partners with independent instructors to cultivate musical growth, creativity, and a lifelong love of music. The Academy offers instruction in piano, string instruments, and voice and features Wenger soundproof practice rooms that provide students and instructors…
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🎶 Cyber Monday Deal: The Gift of Music!
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are on the lookout for that perfect gift or a little something special to treat ourselves. This Cyber Monday, why not consider a present that will resonate long after the holiday season?
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Youth Orchestra to Perform on Fall Concert
The Owensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra and String Orchestra will present their annual Fall Concert on Monday, November 24, 2025, at First Christian Church, 700 JR Miller Blvd. Doors open 30 minutes before the 6:30 p.m. performance. Tickets are $10 per person, with free admission for all students. Advance tickets are available at OwensboroSymphony.org, cash or check will be accepted at the door. About the Youth OrchestraThe Owensboro Symphony, through its sponsorship of the Owensboro Symphony Youth…
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Owensboro Symphony Opens 60th Anniversary Season with “Crazy for Gershwin”
The Owensboro Symphony will open its 60th Anniversary Season, sponsored by Owensboro Health, with Crazy for Gershwin on Saturday, October 25 at 7 p.m. at the RiverPark Center. The program pays tribute to American composer George Gershwin, whose fusion of classical and jazz transformed 20th-century music. Selections include An American in Paris, Girl Crazy, and Rhapsody in Blue, featuring Principal Pianist Diane Earle performing Gershwin’s iconic piano masterpiece. “Our 60th season celebrates the music that shaped America’s cultural voice,” said…