Community Events Listing

Many free community events will take place throughout the 2008-2009 season in addition to those listed here. Please visit this page for the most current listing of events in your area or call 314-286-4432 for more information.

On Stage at Powell
The popular On Stage at Powell series gives audiences a musician’seye- view of this fabulous hall, and provides an intimate setting for both informative discussions and incredible music-making. On Stage comes in two parts. For On Stage at 6 musicians and staff of the SLSO share their knowledge of a fascinating art form. Bring your curiosity and your questions. On Stage at 7 is music, with SLSO chamber ensembles sharing the stage with you. Bring all your senses to enjoy this unique musical experience. On Stage at Powell (at 6pm or 7pm) is free.

Symphony Tuesdays at Tower Grove Park
This popular concert series, featuring members of the SLSO, returns for its tenth season. The Victorian beauty and exceptional acoustics of Tower Grove Park’s Piper Palm House provide an enchanting chamber music experience. Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Symphony A to Z
The adult music-education series, co-sponsored by the SLSO and Maryville University, returns to the Maryville campus for the 2008-2009 season. Visit www.slso.org for information. If you would like to help support the SLSO’s education and community activities, please call 314-286-4432 or visit the “Community and Education” link on the www.slso.org homepage.

Upcoming Events:

Sat, August 30, at 6:30pm
Japanese Festival Concert
Music for Harp and Violin with The Watanabe Duo
Shoenberg Auditorium
Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Boulevard

Thurs, September 18 at 7pm
Music in the Park
Ward Stare, conductor
Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra
Art Hill, 1 Fine Arts Drive in Forest Park

Mon, September 22 at 7pm
Symphony Mondays at Wash. U.
Music of Beethoven, Bach, Bartók and Brahms
Martin Chalifour and Taras Gabora, violin;
Jonathan Vinocour, viola; Bjorn Ranheim, cello; Seth Carlin, piano
E. Desmond Lee Auditorium, 560 Trinity at Delmar

Sat, September 27 at 2pm
Rhapsody in Bloom
Music for Strings with KFUO, Classic 99
Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Boulevard

Sun, September 28, 5-5:30pm
Music for Strings
With David Halen and Friends
Danforth Plant Science Center, 975 North Warson Road

Fri, October 3 at 7 and 8:30 pm

‘Sound and Light Project’

In Partnership with the Pulitzer Foundation

Percussion Festival, Food and Arts Fair for Families

Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts

3716 Washington Blvd.

Tues, October 14 at 7pm
Symphony Tuesdays at Tower Grove Park
Music for String Trio by Clarke and Villa Lobos
Piper Palm House, 4256 Magnolia

Wed, October 22
On Stage at Powell
“A Season Preview” at 6pm
Music for Strings at 7pm
Shostakovich String Quintet No. 8, Jeff Tyzik Blues Suite
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Sat, November 8 at 7pm
Chamber Music in the Evening
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 33 N. Clay, Ferguson, MO

Sun, November 9 at 2pm
Sounds from the Galleries
Grigg Gallery
Saint Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Drive in Forest Park

Sun, November 9 at 2:30pm
Stained Glass Concert
The City of Life Christian Church, 8333 Fullerton Avenue
Call 314-286-4432 for information

Sun, November 9 at 7pm
30th Anniversary Jewish Book Festival
With David Halen and Friends
B’Nai Amoona Congregation, 324 South Mason Road
For tickets call 314-442-3299

Wed, November 19
On Stage at Powell
“What is a String Quartet?” at 6pm
Music for String Quartet at 7pm
Mozart String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major, “The Hunt”
Brahms String Quartet in B-flat Major, op. 67
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Sun, November 23 at 3pm
Music for Strings
With Manuel Ramos and Friends
Music of Bach, Vivaldi, Grieg, Mozart, Paganini
and some Mexican favorites
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1115 South Florissant Road
Suggested donation at the door
Call 314-522-9264 for information

Mon, December 1 at 7:30pm
Symphony Mondays at McKendree University
The Trombones of the Saint Louis Symphony
Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 701 College Road, Lebanon, IL

Wednesday, December 3 at 6:30pm
E. Desmond Lee Fine Arts Education Showcase
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Tues, December 16 at 7pm
Symphony Tuesdays at Tower Grove Park
Music for Voice and Strings
Piper Palm House, 4256 Magnolia

Sun, January 25 at 2:30pm
Stained Glass Concert
Location to be determined
Call 314-286-4432 for information

Sun, January 25 at 4pm
Chamber Music in the Afternoon
2nd Presbyterian Church, 4501 Westminster Place at Taylor

Tues, February 10 at 7pm
Symphony Tuesdays at Tower Grove Park
Music for Brass Quintet
Piper Palm House, 4256 Magnolia

Wed, February 18
On Stage at Powell
“Jazz Influences” at 6pm
with Phil Dunlap, Jazz St. Louis
A Black History Month Program at 7pm
with Steven Herring, baritone
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Mon, February 23 at 6:30pm
Student Recognition Night
With the Saint Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Fri, February 27 at 7pm
The Arda Ensemble
Music from Around the World
Edwardsville, IL
Call 314-286-4432 for information

Thurs, March 12 at 7 pm

Variety Night

With Jazz St. Louis

Lucas School House

1220 Allen Ave. at Gravois in Soulard

Mon, March 16 at 7:30pm
Symphony Mondays at McKendree University
Music for Woodwinds
Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 701 College Road, Lebanon, IL

Wed, March 25
On Stage at Powell
“What is World Music?” at 6pm

The Arda Ensemble at 7pm
Music for Strings and Percussion from Around the World
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Tues, April 7 at 7pm
Symphony Tuesdays at Tower Grove Park
Piper Palm House, 4256 Magnolia

Sun, April 19 at 2pm
Music for String Quartet
Southeastern IL College Cultural Arts Series, VPAC Lobby, Harrisburg, IL

Sun, April 19 at 3pm
Chamber Music in the Afternoon
Espencheid Chapel, 317 County Road, Mascoutah, IL

Sun, April 19 at 3pm
Music for String Quartet
Schuck Recital Hall, Southeast MO State, Cape Girardeau, MO
For tickets call 573-651-2346

Wed, April 29 at 7pm
On Stage at Powell
“Making Music with Disabilities” at 6pm
Music for Small Ensembles at 7pm
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard

Sat, May 2 at 2pm
Chamber Music for Families
Valley of Flowers Festival
Florissant Civic Center, 1 James J. Eagan Drive

Sun, May 17 at 2:30pm
Stained Glass Concert
Greater Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, 1617 North Euclid
Call 314-286-4432 for Information

The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Community Partnership Program receives generous support from The Ford Foundation, Monsanto Fund, E. Desmond Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative, MetLife Foundation, and AT&T Foundation.