OrchKids 15-Year Celebration Concert
JOSEPH MEYERHOFF SYMPHONY HALL WEDNESDAY , MAY 17 , 2023
DOORS OPEN AT 4:30 PM VIDEO PRESENTATION AT 5:45 PM CONCERT BEGINS AT 6:00 PM
The first-ever OrchKids concert at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall is a celebration of the first 15 years of OrchKids , and the many years to come ! OrchKids provides Baltimore ’ s youth with equitable access to community-based , high-quality instruction and programming that teaches musical and social skills transferable to all areas of their lives .
This performance features students from all of the OrchKids sites : Mary Ann Winterling Elementary School , Highlandtown Elementary / Middle School # 215 , Booker T . Washington Middle School for the Arts , Mt . Royal Elementary / Middle School , The Belair-Edison School , Clay Hill Public Charter School , and Patterson Park Public Charter School .
The concert culminates in a powerful arrangement that brings all of the performers on stage together , conducted by BSO Music Director Designate Jonathon Heyward !
“ A Fond Farewell ”
JACK EVERLY
The weekend of February 23 marked the end of an era at the BSO as patrons at The Music Center at Strathmore and the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall enjoyed Jack Everly ’ s final performances as the Principal Pops Conductor . Long-time subscribers , patrons and members alike attended special events to share their favorite memories — and lots of hugs . Jack was treated to an outpouring of love at the Meyerhoff following his concert on February 25 , when long-time BSO bassist , Jonathan Jensen , serenaded Jack and guests with a gentle roast to commemorate his many years performing with the Orchestra . But this isn ’ t goodbye , only see you later . Jack will be returning in the 2023 – 24 season for two programs .
Maximilian Franz
Top : Jack Everly being presented with flowers during his final performance as BSO Principal Pops Conductor . Left : Jack Everly signs programs for adoring fans . Bottom : BSO Bassist , Jonathan Jensen serenades Maestro Everly with a playful roast .
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