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Symphony Storytime Brings Music and Fun Together
The Owensboro Symphony has launched a new education program called Symphony Storytime that introduces young children to classical music through storytelling. This program features stories from The Story Orchestra Book Series, which provides beautifully illustrated retellings of classical ballet, opera, and program music stories. The stories are paired with short sound clips of orchestral music, which helps to bring the music to life. During Symphony Storytime, children will have the opportunity to listen to a storybook being read…
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Owensboro Symphony’s 58th Season Opening Night Fantastique
Owensboro, KY – The Owensboro Symphony will open its 58th season on October 21, 2023 at 7 p.m. with Troy Quinn and the Owensboro Symphony on Cannon Hall stage in the RiverPark Center. Quinn begins his seventh season with the Owensboro Symphony and continues to bring his energetic and captivating programs to the audience. The 2023-24 season is presented by Owensboro Health. “Troy is connecting with our community and has brought renewed excitement to the symphony, both on…
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Symphony Stroll Set for September 29
The Owensboro Symphony’s fourth annual Symphony Stroll presented by Jagoe Homes is scheduled for Friday, September 29th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The community is invited to take a leisurely walk along the stunning Owensboro Riverfront while enjoying the beautiful sounds of the Owensboro Symphony. This is a free community event that will feature performances from many talented ensembles throughout Smothers Park. “We’ve done some great outdoor concerts this summer,” said Gwyn Payne, CEO, “this one is a growing favorite! People…
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Symphony Names Director for String Orchestra
The Owensboro Symphony is proud to announce Adrienne Vallandingham will be joining forces with new Youth Orchestra Conductor, Mark Hatlestad as the director of the String Orchestra. “We are looking forward to this new chapter for the Youth Orchestra and can’t wait to see what the future holds for this amazing group of young musicians,” said Gwyn Payne, CEO of the Owensboro Symphony. About Adrienne VallandinghamAdrienne is a violinist from Owensboro, KY. She has been teaching…
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Symphony Hires New Youth Orchestra Conductor and Announces Auditions
The Owensboro Symphony is pleased to announce the Youth Orchestra program will now be led by Mark Hatlestad, who currently serves as the principal violist for the Symphony. “This appointment is a testament to Mark’s exceptional musical skills and experience, as well as his passion for nurturing young talent,” said Gwyn Payne, Symphony CEO. “Under his guidance, the Youth Orchestra program is sure to continue providing an outstanding opportunity for aspiring musicians to develop their skills and love…
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Annual Concert on the Lawn – August 26
Continuing the tradition of bringing great live music into the community, Troy Quinn and the Owensboro Symphony will present the US Bank Concert on the Lawn on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 7:00 pm on the front lawn of Kentucky Wesleyan College, 3000 Frederica Street. Picnicking on the grounds will begin at 5:30 p.m. “We will bring the best of the Boston Pops to the lawn. The audience will enjoy a wide array of popular favorites made famous…
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Owensboro Symphony extends Quinn’s contract for third time
The Owensboro Symphony Governing Board of Directors unanimously approved an additional 3-year extension to music director and conductor Troy Quinn’s contract, keeping him here through the 2028-2029 season. “After six seasons with the Owensboro Symphony, I am delighted that the board has extended my contract again” Quinn said. “Owensboro is such a welcoming community and I really feel this has become my home away from home.” Quinn, who is based in Los Angeles, also leads…
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Stairway to Schumann
On March 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. the Owensboro Symphony will perform the third concert of its season, Stairway to Schumann. The concert will open with an arrangement of Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven. The iconic rock song has topped the charts and was voted number 3 on the VH1 list of 100 greatest songs in 2000 and is ranked 31 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. “We are always looking for…
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A Night at the Oscars with the Owensboro Symphony featuring World’s Most Recorded Piper, Eric Rigler
The Owensboro Symphony continues its 56th season with A Night at the Oscars at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29th at the RiverPark Center. The performance will transport you right onto Hollywood Boulevard featuring songs from Oscar-nominated and Oscar winning movies. “This concert is full of memorable movie music from classics like The Godfather and new hits such as La La Land and everything in between,” said Music Director, Troy Quinn. The concert will also…
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Symphony Stroll Returns for Second Year
Owensboro, KY, September 23, 2021 – The Owensboro Symphony is happy to present its second annual Symphony Stroll on Friday, October 1, 2021. Symphony Stroll was created last year as a way for our community to safely enjoy live performances during the Covid-19 pandemic. “Symphony Stroll was such a success last year. We are thrilled to offer this free event again, creating a new tradition in our community,” said Gwyn Payne, Owensboro Symphony’s CEO. On…