'50s Dance Party: A Tribute to Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie ValensSeries Sponsor: Nationwide Series: Picnic
Albert-George Schram, conductor Some say the music died on February 3, 1959 – but we know better. The hits of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper live on in this uncanny recreation of the final tour of these rock ‘n roll legends. Enjoy two hours of music and memories from the ‘50s, including “That’ll Be the Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Oh, Boy,” “Rave On,” “La Bamba,” “Chantilly Lace,” and more. Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service |
Picnic Series: Past Events
Spectrum in a Tribute to Motown and R&B
- June 19, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Albert-George Schram, conductor
The “Philadelphia Sound” of the 1960s is back and coming to Columbus in the form of vocal sensations, Spectrum. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Motown and R&B hits including “My Girl,” “Stand by Me,” “Soul Man,” and “Under the Boardwalk.”
Divas
- June 26, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Julia Murney, vocalist
Stephanie J. Block, vocalist
Join two of Broadway's Elphabas from WICKED, Julia Murney and Stephanie J Block, together for the first time singing selections from WICKED, Ragtime, Chicago, Funny Girl, and much more. Additionally, the orchestra will perform selections from George Bizet's Carmen.
Patriotic Pops
- July 03, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Peter Stafford Wilson, conductor
Columbus’ grand summer tradition continues as the Columbus Symphony celebrates the Fourth of July. Wave the flag, clap your hands, and stomp your feet to patriotic favorites and rousing Sousa marches including “The Stars and Stripes Forever” plus Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The evening is topped off with a brilliant fireworks display.
Peter Cetera
- July 10, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Settle in for the most romantic night of the summer with Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Peter Cetera, the creative genius behind an unparalleled string of hit songs including “If You Leave Me Now,” “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” “You’re The Inspiration,” “The Glory of Love,” and “The Next Time I Fall.”
Kansas
- July 24, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Larry Baird, conductor
Kansas defined a decade, and today, the backbone of classic rock rests squarely on their songs such as “Dust in the Wind,” “Carry on Wayward Son,” and “Point of Know Return.” Hear them as never before with a live symphony orchestra.
The Ohio State University Marching Band
- July 30, 2010 8:15 PM
- July 31, 2010 8:15 PM
Venue: Chemical Abstracts Service
Albert-George Schram & Dr. Jon Woods, conductors
It’s time to don the scarlet and gray and celebrate the coming season’s gridiron clash with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and “The Pride of the Buckeyes.” Don’t miss the biggest tailgate party of the year with “The Best Damn Band in the Land” and fireworks!
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