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Symphony To Go!

 

Each year the South Bend Symphony shares its music to captivated audiences in schools, libraries, civic organizations and retirement homes in the Michiana area. The three symphony chamber ensembles- Brass, String and Woodwind- have created entertaining age-specific programs involving music, discussion and instrument “introductions.” These programs allow the Symphony to reach audiences who are unable to attend our orchestra concerts and provide small groups the opportunity to experience live classical music up close and “in their own backyards!”

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Partial funding provided by the SBSO Endowment Funds

 

Young People's Discovery Concert

April 2 & 3, 2008

This year's theme will explore the Physics of Music

Every year the South Bend Symphony helps over 5000 students in grades 3-6 discover the world of music in a fun concert designed especially for them. These interactive concerts are guided from the stage and have a different educational theme each year. Study guides and CD's are provided in advance by the South Bend Symphony Orchestra to help students and teachers prepare for the concert.

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Student Ticket Programs

 

“To A Musical Future” FREE TICKETS!!!
Through generous funding, the South Bend Symphony provides
each of the eleven high schools in St. Joseph County with four student tickets and one adult ticket to all SBSO concerts. Teachers are asked to e-mail (education@southbendsymphony.com) or fax (574-232-6627- on school letterhead) the names of students and adult who will be attending the concert by noon on the Friday before the concert.

Student Ticket Discount FIVE DOLLAR TICKETS!!!

Students can now purchase tickets for all Masterworks, Pops, and Family concerts for only $5. To get the discount, students must show a school ID or the Symphony Student Card when purchasing Tickets.

“Symphony for a Song”
This new program is open to ANYONE interested in symphonic music. $10 tickets will be made available on the day of the concert in Section B (on the side sections of the main floor) for all Masterworks and Pops concerts (Chamber, Family and "Home for the Holidays" excluded). There are no advanced sales and the seats will be limited to a particular section of the hall while supplies last. For the spontaneous type, this is a great way to go! Call 574-235-9190 to order "Symphony for a Song"!!!

 

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Fall Family Concert -

"ZOUNDS! A Cosmic Halloween"

Sunday, October 28, 2007

Saint Mary's College ~ O'Laughlin Auditorium

Instrument Petting Zoo - 2pm

Concert - 3pm

 

Come join guest conductor Kirk Muspratt and the South Bend Symphony for a Halloween concert that is out of this world! With colorful music and lots of tricks and treats, our interactive concert will excite families and children can even join in the fun with a costume parade and contest.

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view photos from the
Instrument Petting Zoo at the October 17, 2004 Family Concert, "Peter Vs. The Wolf".


Family I Concert Sponsors


 

Young Artist Competition - Auditions: January 12, 2008

Deadline for applications: Friday, December 7, 2007

 

In the South Bend Symphony Orchestra's own version of “American Idol,” students from seven counties in Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan complete for cash prizes and the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the South Bend Symphony.

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Funding provided by
the Elnora Hartman Stickley Scholarship Fund,

&

Victoria Garrett (Vocal Division Underwriter)

Spring Family Concert-  

“A Celebration of Youth in Music

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Bethel College ~ 3pm

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This concert showcases Michiana's outstanding young musicians who audition for a spot in the Side-By-Side Orchestra . Selected students rehearse and perform an exciting and diverse program, side-by-side the profession musicians of the South Bend Symphony. The program provides a unique mentoring opportunity enjoyed by students and professionals alike. As a special treat, this concert often features finalists from the Symphony's Young Artist Competition. Side-by-Side auditions to take place Saturday, January 12, 2008.

Deadline for applications: Friday, December 7, 2007

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Family II Concert Sponsors

 

Donald A. Dake Summer Chamber Music Academy

June 23-27, 2008~ Saint Mary's College

With an extremely low student-to-teacher ratio, area high school students participate in an intense week of chamber music and chamber orchestra rehearsals, coachings and performances. Faculty solo and ensemble recitals, master classes, lecture/discussions and a community tour round out the week of this fun and rewarding event.

 

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Funding provided by
The Donald A. Dake Endowment Fund

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For additional information, please contact:
Jason Gresl
South Bend Symphony Orchestra
574-232-6343

   
Send mail to education@southbendsymphony.com with questions or comments.