What to Do Fourth of July Weekend?
Newport, KY (PRWEB) July 02, 2013 -- The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra offers up a Patriotic twist when it kicks-off its 19th Annual Free Summer Concert Series on Saturday, July 6th at 7:30 p.m. in Covington, Kentucky’s Devou Park. The program, “Dvorak: Living in America” features some of Dvorak’s most beloved music, including his Symphony from the New World and the regional premiere of his cantata "The American Flag."
“Dvorak’s music, written in and for America, presents the KSO with an opportunity to celebrate a traditional holiday while reflecting on American ideals -- freedom, character and honor” said KSO Music Director James R. Cassidy.
The holiday program opens with a patriotic premiere of KSO pianist Steve Hinnenkamp’s “The Pledge of Allegiance” with words by Francis Bellemy who wrote the “Pledge” in 1892, about the time Dvorak arrived in the U.S. KSO Chorale, Voices of the Commonwealth and Clermont Festival Chorale members join in the celebration. Visit http://www.kyso.org for complete program information.
Why Dvorak On The Fourth?
Celebrated Czech composer Antonin Dvorak moved to the U.S. in 1892 as the director of America’s National Conservatory of Music in New York City. Dvorak also spent time in the Midwest to tap into America’s cultural and musical heritage. Native American, folk songs and spirituals inspired Dvorak to write his most well-known compositions here in the U.S.
The Orchestra thanks new sponsors Strauss Troy, Attorneys at Law, who join Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America, Macy’s and Fischer Homes in supporting the 2013 Summer Series. Their generosity covers just under 50% of the Orchestra’s production costs. Donations are welcome.
Concerts are held rain or shine. Parking is free throughout the park. T.A.N.K. shuttles run from Covington Catholic to the band shell from 6:00 -7:30 p.m. Cost: $1 each way. Bring blankets or lawn chairs.
Additional information can be found by visiting kyso.org or calling (859) 431-6216.
About the KSO:
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra takes the “phony” out of symphony through live thematic concerts that culturally enrich, educate and entertain the residents of Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati. The KSO performs throughout Northern Kentucky performing three series of concerts. For more information visit http://www.kyso.org
James R. Cassidy, Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, http://kyso.org/, (859) 431-6216, [email protected]
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