Colorado Symphony Summer Series: Superheroes, Symphonic Fireworks and Music Under the Stars Series posted on May 27, 2014
The Colorado Symphony is pleased to announce the 2014 summer season, which includes performances at Boettcher Concert Hall, the Arvada Center, Fiddler’s Green and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. From moonlit Mozart to an Independence Day celebration, the line-up includes summer traditions old and new. The Colorado Symphony Summer Season is presented by St. Anthony Hospital.Boettcher Concert Hall, the Arvada Center, Fiddler’s Green and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. From moonlit Mozart to an Independence Day celebration, the line-up includes summer traditions old and new. The Colorado Symphony Summer Season is presented by St. Anthony Hospital.
"St. Anthony Hospital is excited to be the Colorado Symphony Summer Season sponsor,” says Jeff Brickman, CEO of St. Anthony Hospital. “We cherish our association with the Colorado Symphony and are grateful that our support will allow the symphony to share their wonderful music with the people of Colorado. This sponsorship is another great way for our organization to support its mission to nurture the health of the people in our communities."
Complete listing:
A WEEKEND OF STAR WARS
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
SATURDAY MAY 31, 7:30 PM & SUNDAY JUNE 1, 1:00 PM
BOETTCHER CONCERT HALL
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
The Colorado Symphony celebrates the music of a galaxy, far far away with a Star Wars weekend. Whether your loyalties lie with the Imperial Forces or the Rebel Troops you will hear your favorite themes and maybe discover a few more!
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THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN AND THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
SUNDAY JUNE 8, 7:30 PM
FIDDLER’S GREEN AMPHITHEATRE
Bridging the gulf between rock n’ roll and classical music, conductor/arranger Brent Havens takes the podium to present The Music of Led Zeppelin, a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Led Zeppelin’s timeless tunes. Performed by an orchestra and amplified with a full rock band and screaming vocals, Havens and his ensemble capture Led Zeppelin’s “sheer blast and power” riff‑ for-riff while cranking out new musical colors.
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AN EVENING WITH BÉLA FLECK & THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
MEDIA SPONSOR: KVNF
THURSDAY JUNE 19, 7:00 PM
MONTROSE PAVILION EVENT CENTER, MONTROSE CO
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
This unique performance is a peek what’s to come the following night, when Béla Fleck and the Colorado Symphony take the stage at the sold-out Telluride Bluegrass Festival. This concert builds on a highly successful and creative collaboration between Fleck — one of the world’s true master of the banjo — and the Colorado Symphony. Beat the crowds and experience the magic of this collaboration in the intimate Montrose Pavilion Event Center. Program includes Fleck’s Concerto for Banjo and Orchestra, The Imposter.
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SOLD OUT! TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL WITH BÉLA FLECK
FRIDAY JUNE 20, 6:00 PM
TELLURIDE, CO
TICKETS FOR THIS CONCERT ARE SOLD-OUT
SYMPHONIC SALIDA: COLORADO SYMPHONY PERCUSSIONISTS
SATURDAY JUNE 29, 3:00 & 7:30 PM
SALIDA STEAMPLANT
The Colorado Symphony returns to Salida for a community performance at the historic Salida SteamPlant. Performing a program of traditional and contemporary favorites for all ages, this Colorado Symphony percussion trio will bang, crash and march their way into the audience’s heart.
TICKETS AT SALIDASTEAMPLANT.COM
CELEBRATE AMERICA WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
THURSDAY JULY 3, 7:30 PM
ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Join us for this special tribute to the good ol’ USA and a special recognition of our veterans. The concert features flag-waving patriotic favorites include the “Armed Forces Salute” and “Stars and Stripes Forever!”
TICKETS AT ARVADACENTER.ORG
INDEPENDENCE DAY STRIKES BACK
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
FRIDAY JULY 4, 7:30 PM
FIDDLER'S GREEN AMPHITHEATRE
Celebrate Independence Day with your Colorado Symphony and a fantastic reworks show! Join us for this special tribute to the good ol’ USA and favorites from Star Wars and more! The concert features all of your flag waving patriotic favorites including the “Armed Forces Salute” and “Stars and Stripes Forever!”
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THE COLORADO SYMPHONY PRESENTS A TRIBUTE TO ARTHUR FIEDLER & THE BOSTON POPS
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
THURSDAY JULY 10, 7:30 PM
ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Colorado Symphony pays homage to the great Arthur Fiedler, long-time conductor of the Boston Pops. This festive tribute features a new blend of light classics and popular hits, in the style that made Fiedler’s Boston Pops so accessible and popular for audiences.
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CLASSICAL TOP 40
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
SATURDAY JULY 12, 7:30 PM
BOETTCHER CONCERT HALL
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Resident conductor Scott O’Neil takes audiences on a tour of the best, most popular pieces in the classical repertoire.
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THE COLORADO SYMPHONY PRESENTS A TRIBUTE TO ARTHUR FIEDLER & THE BOSTON POPS
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
SUNDAY JULY 13, 8:00 PM
LONE TREE ARTS CENTER
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Colorado Symphony pays homage to the great Arthur Fiedler, long-time conductor of the Boston Pops. This festive tribute features a new blend of light classics and popular hits, in the style that made Fiedler’s Boston Pops so accessible and popular with audiences.
TICKETS AT LONETREEARTSCENTER.ORG
DEVOTCHKA GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV &
ELEPHANT REVIVAL WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
MEDIA SPONSOR: KBCO
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
THURSDAY JULY 17, 7:30 PM
RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
DeVotchKa’s lush orchestrations will combine with the rich symphonic sounds of Colorado Symphony’s world-class musicians in an evening of awe-inspiring music and illuminating theatrical surprises. Elephant Revival will be the opener for Gregory Alan Isakov, both performing with the Colorado Symphony and headliner, DeVotchka with the Colorado Symphony. This one-night-only event presents a breath-taking tapestry of sights and sounds under the stars at the famous Red Rocks Amphitheater. Your favorite musicians will be on stunning display on a Colorado summer evening you don’t want to miss.
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THE MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
SATURDAY JULY 19, 7:30 PM & SUNDAY JULY 20, 1:00 PM
BOETTCHER CONCERT HALL
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Your Colorado Symphony takes you on a trip to Hogwarts and beyond for a special night of music inspired from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Featuring the music of John Williams and more, this is a concert event for every Witch, Wizard, and Muggle.
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MOZART UNDER MOONLIGHT
PRESENTED BY ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL
THURSDAY JULY 24, 7:30 PM
ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES
GARY LEWIS, CONDUCTOR
Colorado Symphony presents “Mozart Under Moonlight” at the Arvada Center for one-night only. Resident conductor Scott O’Neil leads the orchestra on a glorious evening celebrating the most revered composer of all time. Join us on the lawn for highlights from Mozart’s operatic and symphonic repertoire.
TICKETS AT ARVADACENTER.ORG
INDIGO GIRLS/MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
SUNDAY JULY 27, 7:00 PM
RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR
Indigo Girls and Mary Chapin Carpenter are set to co-headline the historic Red Rocks Amphitheater this summer, each performing their own set and joined on stage by the Colorado Symphony.
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AMOS LEE WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
FRIDAY AUGUST 1, 8:00 PM
RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
Amos Lee's August 1 concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre marks his first headline performance at the legendary venue — and his first orchestral concert. ZZ Ward will open the show.
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JERRY GARCIA SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION FEATURING WARREN HAYNES
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 7:30 PM
RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
This ground-breaking orchestral program — curated by the Garcia family — features Garcia’s original compositions, as well as classic interpretations of his timeless standards that were hallmarks of Garcia and the Grateful Dead’s shows. Collaborating with your Colorado Symphony, renowned vocalist/guitarist Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers Band, Gov’t Mule, The Dead) lends his soul-soaked, introspective blend of rock, blues, R&B and jazz to Garcia’s masterworks.
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PRETTY LIGHTS
FRIDAY AUGUST 8, 7:30 PM & SATURDAY AUGUST 9, 7:30 PM
RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
Pretty Lights crew and has never been more motivated and inspired to put on the best Pretty Lights show ever. Over the course of both nights all PL styles — new and old — will be explored and evolved alongside The Analog Future Band, 13 members of the Colorado Symphony and other special guests.
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ABOUT THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
The Colorado Symphony performs more than 150 concerts during its regular season at Boettcher Concert Hall and on location throughout the state and region. 2013/14 season highlights include appearances by virtuoso violinists Itzhak Perlman and Joshua Bell, and classical pianists Natasha Paremski and Stephen Hough. This season’s Pops and Classic Rock series feature rock greats, iconic film Itzhak Perlman and Joshua Bell, and classical pianists Natasha Paremski and Stephen Hough. This season’s Pops and Classic Rock series feature rock greats, iconic film scores, and Broadway blockbusters. The Holiday, Family, and Inside the Score series offer musical favorites, captivating collaborations and interactive concerts for music lovers of all ages. For more about the Colorado Symphony visit www.coloradosymphony.org.
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