From magical holiday tales to adventures through the animal kingdom with larger-than-life puppets, the Young People's Concert Series sparks the imagination of all ages at these Saturday afternoon concerts.
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
Scott MacLeod, baritone
Raleigh Boychoir
Mosaic Treble Choir
Paintings from the Caldecott Medal-winning book The Polar Express appear on a giant screen above the stage as baritone Scott MacLeod and a chorus of children join the Symphony to bring this magical holiday tale to life at this festive family concert.
A madman has moved in upstairs, and young Christoph and his uncle are on the hunt to find out just what’s going on up there. Explore the world of Ludwig van Beethoven with music from his greatest works— “Moonlight” Sonata, Für Elise, the Ninth Symphony, and more.
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
Paperhand Puppet Intervention
Have you ever seen an elephant dance ballet? Or encountered giant sea creatures in a submarine? Look no further! Larger-than-life puppets and the Symphony will bring the animal kingdom to life for Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals.