News Summary
Newport Beach will host a free concert by the Pacific Symphony as part of its Symphony in the Cities program. Scheduled for August 17 at the Civic Center Green, the concert will feature a variety of engaging pre-concert activities and an enjoyable evening of music under the stars for families. With no tickets required, this event aims to bring together the community for a night of orchestral favorites and fun activities for children, emphasizing the importance of music in enhancing community bonds.
Newport Beach will be the setting for a free concert hosted by the Pacific Symphony on August 17, as part of its Symphony in the Cities program. The concert is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and will run until 7:30 p.m. at Civic Center Green, located at 100 Civic Center Drive. This community event promises a delightful evening under the stars for families and music enthusiasts alike.
Starting one hour before the concert, pre-concert activities in the Musical Playground will commence at 5 p.m. Designed for children, the Musical Playground will feature a variety of interactive activities. These engaging offerings include instrument-making, a drum circle, face-painting, and balloon animals. Notably, children will have the unique opportunity to learn how to conduct the orchestra and will assist in leading the performance of Sousa’s “Hands Across the Sea.”
Attendance for the concert is entirely free, with no tickets or pre-registration required. Organizers expect a substantial turnout, citing previous similar events that welcomed between 2,000 to 3,000 attendees. This year’s concert is anticipated to attract even more participants, reinforcing the notion of community togetherness.
For added convenience, parking will be available in the adjacent structure or across the street from Civic Center Green. Food options will also be present on-site, with food trucks like The Lime Truck and Kona Ice Truck serving attendees.
The evening’s performance will be led by Assistant Conductor Jacob Sustaita, featuring talented artists such as baritone Michael O’Halloran and soprano Jessica Choi. The concert program will include an eclectic mix of popular classics, pop tunes, and patriotic songs that resonate with various audiences. Attendees can look forward to favorites including:
- “The Star-Spangled Banner” by John Stafford Smith
- Selections from Leonard Bernstein’s “West Side Story”
- Aaron Copland’s “Old American Songs”
- “Edelweiss” from “The Sound of Music”
- John Williams’ “Flying Theme” from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
- John Philip Sousa’s “Hands Across the Sea”
- An Armed Forces Salute and “America the Beautiful” by Samuel Ward
This concert aims to provide an engaging musical experience that appeals to a multi-generational audience, making orchestral music accessible and enjoyable for families. The Pacific Symphony is dedicated to fostering educational exposure to symphony music, enabling community gathering and cultural enrichment in Orange County.
Newport Beach Mayor Joe Stapleton emphasized the importance of such events in enhancing community bonds and providing educational opportunities through music. Community members are encouraged to attend this family-friendly event and immerse themselves in an evening filled with music, creativity, and celebration.
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Additional Resources
- Newport Beach Indy
- Los Angeles Times
- Patch.com
- Newport Beach Indy
- Los Angeles Times
- Wikipedia: Music in the United States
- Google Search: symphony in the cities
- Google Scholar: pacific symphony
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Symphony
- Google News: Pacific Symphony
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