J AC KS O N V I L L E SY M P H O N Y O R C H E ST R A
Family Series Sundays at 3 pm
Pre-concert activities begin at 2 pm
2014-2015 Season
Oct 26, 2014
Dec 7, 2014
Take a ride on Harry Potter's flying broom -race across the night skies to Hogwarts Academy, and relive the intrigue, magic and wonder of the first six Harry Potter stories… all on the wings of music. Enjoy the magical compositions of John Williams and Nicholas Hooper as they create a world filled with witches, wizards, warlocks… and muggles.
Experience the magic of the holidays by taking a ride on Chris Van Allsburg’s The Polar Express. This timeless tale of a boy who still believes makes every child always hope to hear the ringing of Santa’s bells. As images from the book are projected above the stage, the words of this Caldecott Medal-winner come to life with orchestra, chorus and vocalist.
THE POLAR EXPRESS Sponsored by Scott-McRae Group
One FREE child subscription with each paid adult subscription! You’ll also receive a 25% discount off of adult prices when purchasing additional children’s subscriptions.
Sounds of the Symphony
Feb 22, 2015
Apr 26, 2015
Join the Orchestra on a funny and educational journey as we perform The Thrill of the Orchestra and Mr. Smith’s Composition.With colorful narration, everyone will be taken on a journey into composing a masterpiece while learning how the instruments of the orchestra transform the notes on the page into the music we hear.
This imaginative tale by award-winning author Tololwa M. Mollel uses the rhythms of Africa to drive the fast-paced presentation, where two twins must outwit a fierce monster and heal their devastated village. John Estacio’s magical score, adapted by Doug McKeag, sets the scene as an actor brings the story to life using carved masks, singing and movement.
Sponsored by The Main Street America Group
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