Since 1958, the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra has been gracing the ears of Coloradans with dynamic performances and delightful programming -- truly a gem in the Colorado arts community.
To celebrate its 60th season as a premier, world-class symphony in Colorado, the Boulder Philharmonic is hosting a 60th Anniversary Hoedown fundraising event on Saturday, October 21. Featuring performances by the Boulder Phil and Boulder Ballet, the western saloon-style gala will also include lively western music, auctions, dancing, gaming, and a full gourmet dinner by Three Leaf Concepts. WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 21 | 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Boulder Elks Lodge and Pool | 3975 28th Street | Boulder, CO TICKETS: $160/plate | Table of 10: $1600 | Various sponsorship packages available | Click here [gallery size="large" ids="24641,24638,24637"] In addition to its Hoedown celebration, the Boulder Phil has an impressive concert lineup for its entire 60th season, including a "Musical Resistance" concert on Oct. 14, "The Nutcracker Ballet" on Nov. 24–26, and "West Side Story" in April 2018. Click here to see the full concert schedule.
But the main concert series at the University of Colorado's Macky Auditorium isn't the only thing the Boulder Phil's musicians are up to. Members of the orchestra participate in a variety of community and educational efforts, from holding free "Discovery Concerts" on the CU campus (especially for elementary school students), to appearing at multiple Colorado schools for on-site concerts throughout the school year. In addition, a sensory-friendly performance is held once a year especially for families living with autism and other disabilities. Overall, the orchestra has collaborated with 45 local organizations over the last several years to continue to bring the arts to the community and encourage the next generation of musicians -- in far-reaching ways.
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"By going beyond simply performing great music, we strive to connect ever more people to the inspiring power of orchestral music," their website states.
In March, the Boulder Phil performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Arts in Washington, D.C., receiving two standing ovations and being highly reviewed by the country's leading newspapers. The performance was made possible by last year's fundraising gala event.
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For more information about you can support the arts by attending the 60th Anniversary Hoedown, click here.
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