Concerts In The Garden 2019

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Women Rock

The Music of U2

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Bob Bernhardt, conductor Shayna Steele, Cassidy Catanzaro and Katrina Rose, vocalists

Martin Herman, conductor Tony Vincent, vocalist

WOMEN ROCK honors some of the most powerful female singers and songwriters of all time like Tina Turner, Carol King, Pat Benetar, and more.

Enjoy hit songs like “I Feel The Earth Move,” “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” “Freeway of Love,” “Proud Mary,” “Piece Of My Heart,” “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” “I Love Rock n’ Roll,” “You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman,” and more at the season opening night of Concerts In The Garden 2019.

The Music of Harry Potter SATURDAY, JUNE 8 Bob Bernhardt, conductor If you are still waiting on your letter or still need to choose your wand, then gather your friends and let them know you are going on an adventure to Concerts In The Garden! Escape to the world of your choosing with music from all eight of the Harry Potter films.

“Ah, music, a magic beyond all we do here.”

– Albus Dumbledore

Mozart in the Garden: A Little Night Music SUNDAY, JUNE 9 Bob Bernhardt, conductor Jennifer Corning Lucio, oboe Sit back, relax, sip some wine, and enjoy light classical favorites by Mozart. Experience Eine kleine Nachtmusik, the “Jupiter” Symphony, and The Marriage of Figaro under the canopy of the Texas summer sky. Plus, FWSO Principal Oboist Jennifer Corning Lucio will shine in Mozart’s Oboe Concerto. It’s a delightful way to end your weekend.

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“Still haven’t found what you’re looking for?” Well look no further!

Be there when vocalist Tony Vincent and a full rock band lead the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra through an evening celebrating U2's greatest hits as you’ve never seen them before. Back for the first time since 2015, this show is a MUST-SEE for U2 fans!

The Music of Led Zeppelin SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Martin Herman, conductor Randy Jackson, vocalist Experience a brilliant combination of passion and power when the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra pays tribute once again to the incomparable Led Zeppelin. With full orchestra, full rock band, and screaming vocals by Randy Jackson of Zebra, you’ll rock the night away to hits like “Stairway to Heaven,” “Black Dog,” “All of My Love,” and more.

1812 Overture and Symphonic Sparklers SUNDAY, JUNE 16 Germán Gutiérrez, conductor Michael Shih, violin There is simply nothing quite as awe-inspiring as experiencing some of classical music’s greatest hits performed by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra in the idyllic setting of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Don’t miss the annual evening of symphonic masterpieces including Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2, Massenet's Meditation from Thaïs, and of course, Tchaikovsky’s popular 1812 Overture set to a stunning fireworks display! It’s the perfect soundtrack for your picnic under the stars.

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Asleep at the Wheel

The Music of Pink Floyd

FRIDAY, JUNE 21

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Michael Krajewski, conductor

Brent Havens, conductor Randy Jackson, vocalist

The 10-Time GRAMMY Award-winning country music group Asleep at the Wheel returns for another amazing appearance at Concerts In The Garden. The “Kings of Texas Swing” will be backed once again by your Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, and they love it when you get out on that lawn and kick up some dust!

Classical Mystery Tour

With psychedelic tunes and philosophical lyrics, Pink Floyd exploded onto the scene in the late ’60s and became one of the most successful bands in the history of popular music. The FWSO and a full rock band bring back some of the band’s classics from iconic albums like Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, Animals, and much more.

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

The Music of Queen

Michael Krajewski, conductor

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

Roll up for the Classical Mystery Tour and enjoy The Beatles’ timeless classics paired with beautiful orchestration by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy your favorite hits by the Fab Four, including “Yesterday,” “Hey Jude,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “All You Need is Love,” and much, much more. You’ll be sure to “Twist and Shout” the night away.

A Tribute to Elvis with Kraig Parker* SUNDAY, JUNE 23 Come hear Kraig Parker and his Royal Tribute Band pay homage to the one and only Elvis Presley. Parker has toured with Presley’s original vocal groups The Jordanaires, The Stamps Quartet, and The Sweet Inspirations, and critics have called this show “as close as it gets” to the real thing. Long live the King! *The orchestra will not perform on this concert

Brent Havens, conductor Brody Dolyniuk, vocalist “We will, we will rock you” when The Music of Queen returns to Concerts In The Garden. Experience your favorite hits by the classic rock band including “I Want It All,” “You’re My Best Friend,” “We are the Champions,” and the chart-topping “Bohemian Rhapsody” in the beautiful setting of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.

ABBAcadabra* SUNDAY, JUNE 30 “Mama Mia! Here we go again!” It’s time, once again, to break out your bell bottoms and dust off your disco ball, because the music of ABBA is returning to the Garden with timeless favorites like “Super Trooper,” “Dancing Queen,” and “S.O.S.” You won’t be able to sit still when ABBACADABRA performs the ultimate ABBA tribute! *The orchestra will not perform on this concert

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Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, JULY 3 AND 4

Star Wars & Beyond: A Sci-Fi Laser Light Spectacular

Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor Corrie Donovan, soprano

FRIDAY – SUNDAY, JULY 5, 6, and 7

Mark your calendar for another round of the best fireworks in town. The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra honors our Independence Day with a brilliant display of musical patriotism.

Pack a picnic, bring the whole family, and join our annual allAmerican July 4th celebration at the Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic.

The force is strong in Fort Worth! And this year we will close out the 2019 Concerts In The Garden summer music festival with three performances of Star Wars & Beyond: A Sci-Fi Laser Light Spectacular led by Miguel Harth-Bedoya in his final CITG appearances! On the first half, behold favorite melodies from the realm of Sci-Fi films and television. Then after the sun sets, fire up your light saber and enjoy some out-of-this-world music from the Star Wars franchise, enhanced by a stunning laser light show.

Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor

Generous Support Provided by the Following Sponsors

OFFICIAL PICNIC PARTNER

MEDIA SPONSOR

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PHOTO CREDIT MIKE LEWIS

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Table Seating - $37-$67 Reserved seating at tables of 4.

Half-price tickets available for children 10 and under in select table sections.

Lawn Seating - $25 First-come, first-served non-reserved seating. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets and find your spot in the expansive lawn section. Free lawn tickets for children 10 and under.

Table Seating

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What to Bring

When to Arrive

Pack a picnic and bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Concerts In The Garden has a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, so just about anything goes! You can even bring your own beverages including beer and wine - as glass containers are allowed.

On concert days, the parking lots open at 5:00 p.m. and the box office opens at 5:30 p.m. with locations at both the North and South entrance to the garden. The gates open for seating at 6:30 p.m., and concerts begin at 8:15 p.m.

Please note that smoking (including vaping), personal fireworks, firearms, open flames, pets, balloons, shade umbrellas and tents/canopies are not permitted in the concert venue.

Food and Merchandise Order ahead from Official Picnic Partner Central Market and pick up your picnic dinner when you arrive. Concessions are also available on concert nights.

Visit the gift shop where you can purchase your official festival T-shirt along with other fun items for CITG fans of all ages. Chair rental is also available. Just look for the big tent in the center of the lawn area.

Weather For information on delays and cancellations, visit www.fwsymphony.org, call us at 817.665.6000, or check the FWSO’s social media platforms. If a concert must be cancelled, paid tickets will be honored at remaining performances based on availability. Parking passes and complimentary tickets may not be exchanged. Refunds are not available.

Parking Options Multiple parking options are available for Concerts In The Garden.

Valet Parking VIP Self-Parking North/South Self-Parking Farrington Athletic Field Self-Parking

$35* $30* $20 $10

Shuttle service from the South Lot and Farrington Athletic Field lot begins at 5:00 p.m. and runs continuously until 30 minutes after the concert ends. ADA-accessible shuttles are available.

A convenient designated Uber/Lyft drop-off is also available with a short walk to the North entrance. *limited quantities available

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The facilities at Concerts In The Garden are ADA-accessible, with access through the South Entrance to the grounds. There is ADAaccessible shuttle service to the South entrance from both the South Lot and Farrington Athletic Field.

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ONLINE

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www.fwsymphony.org

7 Women Rock 8 The Music of Harry Potter 9 Mozart in the Garden: A Little Night Music 14 The Music of U2 15 The Music of Led Zeppelin 16 1812 Overture and Symphonic Sparklers 21 Asleep at the Wheel 22 Classical Mystery Tour 23 A Tribute to Elvis with Kraig Parker* 28 The Music of Pink Floyd 29 The Music of Queen 30 ABBAcadabra*

BY PHONE 817.665.6000 | Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

IN PERSON IN ADVANCE Visit us during business hours inside Maddox-Muse Center, one block east of Bass Performance Hall at 330 E. Fourth Street, 2nd Floor.

IN PERSON ON THE DAY OF CONCERT The Box Office will open at 5:30 PM on each performance date, with locations at both the North and South entrances.

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Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic Star Wars & Beyond: A Sci-Fi Laser Light Spectacular Star Wars & Beyond: A Sci-Fi Laser Light Spectacular Star Wars & Beyond: A Sci-Fi Laser Light Spectacular

*The orchestra does not perform on this concert.

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Tickets start at only $25 | Kids 10 and under FREE on the lawn!

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Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Music Director

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