THE SHOALS-The Shoals Symphony has just released its new season for 2019-2020! Imagine Cirque acrobats elevated above the orchestra! Or, being uplifted with Handel’s Messiah, being dazzled by the ballet from the Kansas City Conservatory of Dance, and amazed watching Raiders of the Lost Ark! You don’t want to miss the show!
The breathtaking, gravity-defying artists of Cirque de la Symphonie drop into Flowers Hall of the UNA campus for a performance of high-flying excitement and incredible music by the Shoals Symphony Orchestra! Be dazzled by world-class acrobats, aerial flyers, contortionists, jugglers, and tumblers in a musical Cirque wonderland on September 22.
We return to The Rattlesnake Saloon for an outdoor recital featuring Joe Gray, principal trumpet, and the night’s signature drink, the Moscow Mule. Wear comfortable shoes and take in the sights of nature and sounds of music. Saloon grub and libations included October 20.
21 and older only
Underwritten by Florence Federal Credit Union
Astronaut Neil Armstrong took a recording of the “New World Symphony” on the Apollo 11 mission, the first Moon landing. Enjoy the classical masterwork paired with the world premiere of a new piece composed by Robert Bradshaw on November 3.
Underwritten by David L. Black
Ring in the holiday season with Handel’s beloved classic as esteemed soloists, UNA Choirs, and community choruses join the Shoals Symphony Orchestra. You’ll come out of your seat for the famous “Hallelujah Chorus” just like King George II at the 1743 premiere December 8 .
Underwritten by Judith & Robert Rausch
Thomas Maternik-Piret, principal cellist, presents a relaxed and romantic evening of music with his fellow faculty and orchestra musicians at Trinity Episcopal Church’s Mullen Hall. Delicious appetizers and libations included February 14, 2020.
21 and older only
The Kansas City Conservatory of Dance of Dance will grace the stage as ballet and symphony perform to Mendelssohn’s rapturous music inspired by Shakespeare’s fairy tale play March 14, 2020.
Underwritten by Rebecca Stutts Hovater State Farm Agency.
The film that gave the world one of its greatest movie heroes, Indiana Jones, is back and better than ever before! Relive the magic on the silver screen with the original great adventure and John Williams’ epic score performed live to picture by a full symphony orchestra! Play date May 1, 2020.
Conductor’s Circle and Season Tickets are now available. Please contact Gwen Schajatovic, Director of Operations, for ticket information: 256-710-1623 or shoalssymphonyorchestra@gmail.com.
https://www.una.edu/shoals-symphony/index.html
