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SUMMARY:Foothills Pops: The Music of Pink Floyd
DESCRIPTION:Experience the epic soundscapes of The Wall and Dark Side of the Moon as Jeans ‘N Classics Band joins Western Piedmont Symphony for a powerful tribute to Pink Floyd’s greatest hits – live\, in concert! \nFeatured Artist:\nJeans ‘n Classics Band \n  \nSERIES SPONSORS\n \n  \n \n  \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/foothills-pops-the-music-of-pink-floyd/
LOCATION:J.E. Broyhill Civic Center\, 1913 Hickory Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foothills Pops,Western Piedmont Symphony
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Principal Viola\, Associate Principal Second Violin\, Section Violin
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the following vacancies for the 25-26 season: \nPrincipal Viola \nAssociate Principal Second Violin \nSection Violin \nAudition repertoire and information available at wpsymphony.org/employment/ \nAudition Date: Sunday\, September 7\, 2025 \nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, August 29\, 2025 \nSend a one-page performance résumé to WPS Orchestra Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE.\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-principal-viola-associate-principal-second-violin-section-violin/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T140000
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Principal Bassoon
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the following vacancies for the 25-26 season: \nPrincipal Bassoon \nAudition repertoire and information available at: wpsymphony.org/employment/auditions-principal-bassoon \nAudition Date: Sunday\, September 7\, 2025 \nApplication Deadline: August 29\, 2025 \nSend a one-page performance résumé to WPS Orchestra Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE.\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-principal-bassoon/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
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SUMMARY:WPS Youth Orchestras Auditions (Debut Strings and Youth Symphony) Sat.\, Sep. 6
DESCRIPTION:Announcing auditions for the 25-26 Season for our two Youth Orchestras: Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony. \nGenerous Scholarships Available! \nFriday\, September 5\, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, September 6\, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. \nAudition information\, how to sign up for a time\, and audition requirements and repertoire can be found here: wpsymphony.org/youthorchestras \nAudition times will be sent to the email addresses you sign up with in the weeks before the audition. \nAuditions will be held in the Community Rehearsal Room of the SALT Block (243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601). You will enter and check-in at the Western Piedmont Symphony office just down the hall.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-youth-orchestras-auditions-debut-strings-and-youth-symphony-sat-sep-6/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Youth Orchestras
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
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SUMMARY:WPS Youth Orchestras Auditions (Debut Strings and Youth Symphony) Fri.\, Sep. 5
DESCRIPTION:Announcing auditions for the 25-26 Season for our two Youth Orchestras: Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony. \nGenerous Scholarships Available! \nFriday\, September 5\, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, September 6\, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. \nAudition information\, how to sign up for a time\, and audition requirements and repertoire can be found here: wpsymphony.org/youthorchestras \nAudition times will be sent to the email addresses you sign up with in the weeks before the audition. \nAuditions will be held in the Community Rehearsal Room of the SALT Block (243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601). You will enter and check-in at the Western Piedmont Symphony office just down the hall.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-youth-orchestras-auditions-debut-strings-and-youth-symphony-sep5/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Youth Orchestras
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T213000
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE-Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue
DESCRIPTION:SEASON FINALE! Celebrating the centennial of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue\, pianist Jeffrey Biegel and composer Peter Boyer launched the Rhapsody National Initiative with Rhapsody in Red\, White\, & Blue\, a vibrant new work reflecting the American landscape\, with the pulse\, energy\, and beauty of our shared identity as Americans. Western Piedmont Symphony is the only orchestra in North Carolina represented in this national symphonic project. Also on the program is the celebrated masterpiece Rhapsody in Blue\, the lyrical and vivid Symphony No. 1 by living composer Adolphus Hailstork\, and the mesmerizing Bolero by Ravel. \nFeatured Artist\nJeffrey Biegel\, piano \nProgram\nHailstork\, A.               Symphony No. 1 \nBoyer\, P.                     Rhapsody in Red\, White\, and Blue* \n*North Carolina Premiere: Rhapsody National Initiative \nJeffrey Biegel\, piano \nGershwin                    Rhapsody in Blue \nJeffrey Biegel\, piano \nRavel                           Bolero \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change. \n  \nCONCERT SPONSORS\n \nGUEST ARTIST SPONSORS\nSandra Pait Clay and George Clay\, III \n  \nThe new date for Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue will be Saturday\, June 7\, 2025.Due to the effects of Hurricane Helene upon our community and the greater Western North Carolina region\, we have made the decision to postpone the next week’s Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue concert\, originally scheduled for Saturday. October 12. The well-being and safety of our musicians\, patrons\, staff\, and community partners is the priority at this time. 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/masterworks-rhapsody-in-blue/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks,Western Piedmont Symphony
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: WPS Youth Orchestras Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nHear our young artists in performance! Both Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony will perform works from the classical repertoire. \nThe Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestras (Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony) are an integral member of the Western Piedmont Symphony family and are a rigorous part of the cultural fabric of the community. The WPSYO program cultivates artistic growth of its members through enriching orchestral experiences. \nSeating is reserved/assigned.  Highly recommend purchasing tickets before the concert. This show is always sold out. \nVouchers not accepted on day-of-show door sale. \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-youth-orchestras-spring-concert/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Piedmont Symphony,Youth Orchestras
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T193000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks: Mozart and the Mandolin
DESCRIPTION:Hear the sounds of spring and joy in the exciting mandolin concerto\, From the Blue Ridge\, performed by composer and Bluegrass mandolin player Jeff Midkiff. The concert opens with the lighthearted Overture to La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie) by Rossini and Mozart’s popular and joyous “Jupiter” Symphony. \nFeatured Artist\nJeff Midkiff \nProgram\nRossini                        Overture to La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie) \nMidkiff\, J.                    Mandolin Concerto\, “From the Blue Ridge” \nJeff Midkiff\, mandolin \nMozart                        Symphony No. 41 in C major\, K. 551\, “Jupiter” \n  \nCONCERT SPONSORS\nCENTURY FURNITURE \nTHE KENNETH K. and SUZANNE G> MILLHOLLAND ENDOWMENT FUND \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/masterworks-mozart-and-the-mandolin/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T213000
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SUMMARY:Foothills Pops: What's Goin' On: Music of Disco and Motown
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to groove tonight! Western Piedmont Symphony and the Jeans ‘N Classics Band returns to perform the timeless pop hits of the Disco and Motown eras\, from the 1970s to now. Hits such as “What’s Goin’ On\,” “Ain’t Too Proud To Beg\,” “My Girl\,” “Could It Be I’m Falling In Love\,” “The Hustle\,” If I Can’t Have You\,” “Stayin’ Alive\,” “Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love\,” and more. \nFeatured Artist:\nJeans ‘n Classics Band \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change. \nCONCERT SPONSORS\n \n \nSERIES SPONSORS
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/foothills-pops-whats-goin-on-music-of-disco-and-motown/
LOCATION:J.E. Broyhill Civic Center\, 1913 Hickory Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foothills Pops,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T210000
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SUMMARY:Crossroads: Gamelan-A Balinese Percussion Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Gamelan-a Balinese percussion orchestra. Experience the shimmering\, mystical\, vibrant music of Southeast Asia featuring more than 30 traditional instruments\, musicians\, and dancers from the Sekaa Gong Mandala Giri (Appalachian State University-Hayes School of Music) and the Gamelan Giri Murti (WFU School of Music) ensembles. \nWatch a sneak peek of Cendrawasih\, Gamelan Giri Murti \nConcert Sponsor\n \n  \nPresented in partnership with L.A.T.E. hours at Hickory Museum of Art\n \n 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/crossroads-gamelan-percussion-orchestra/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crossroads,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T220000
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SUMMARY:A Beach Music Birthday Party Celebration
DESCRIPTION:WESTERN PIEDMONT SYMPHONY presents \nBeach Music Birthday Party celebrating our 60th anniversary!\nWe’re taking it back to the classic sounds of 1964-1965 with The Chairmen of the Board for a night of music\, dancing\, and fun memories. \n \n1999 inductees into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame \nAll tickets after Feb. 14: $140 per person (single ticket general admission) \nReserved Table of 8: $1\,500 \nEach ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvres courtesy Cranford Hospitality\,\ncomplimentary wine and beer\, cash bar\, live music\, and dancing! \nDress Code: Beach Party \n*Beach Music Birthday Party is the annual fundraiser event supporting\nWestern Piedmont Symphony. Tickets must be purchased in advance: no door sales.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/a-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:74 South at Moretz Mills\, 74 Eighth Street SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala,Special Events,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T213000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks: Symphony Swings
DESCRIPTION:The Clarinet Queen of New Orleans: Dr. Doreen J. Ketchens! You’ve seen her on Instagram\, now see her live in concert with the Western Piedmont Symphony! \nDoreen Ketchens live on Jimmy Kimmel performing When the Saints! \nA night of classic American jazz music featuring one of the greatest clarinetists alive\, known as the Louis Armstrong of the clarinet\, Doreen Ketchens\, performing jazz swing music with the Western Piedmont Symphony. Also on the program is Soul Force by award-winning composer Jessie Montgomery\, Three Dance Episodes from On the Town by Bernstein\, and the musical mural of African-American history told through music\, Ellington’s Black\, Brown\, and Beige Suite. \nFeatured Artist\nDoreen Ketchens \nProgram\nMontgomery\, J.         Soul Force \nBernstein                    On the Town: Three Dance Episodes \nEllington                     Black\, Brown\, and Beige: Suite \nVarious                       American Jazz and Swing \n(“St. Louis Blues\,” “Just a Closer Walk with Thee\,” “Caravan\,” “Amazing Grace\,” “Basin Street Blues\,” and more) \nDr. Doreen J. Ketchens\, clarinet and vocals \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change. \n  \nPartners and Sponsors\n \n \nLYNN AND CHIP YOUNG \n 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/masterworks-symphony-swings/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks,Western Piedmont Symphony
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SUMMARY:Masterworks: The Rite of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Western Piedmont Symphony celebrates its orchestral artistic breadth and depth with the sensational Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring)\, Stravinsky’s musical choreographic work celebrating the return of spring and the renewal of the earth in primal rhythms and rituals of dance. Also on the program is Debussy’s Syrinx for solo flute\, the unforgettable film music from Psycho by B. Herrmann\, and the musical fantasia Night on Bald Mountain by Mussorgsky. \nProgram\nDebussy                      Syrinx\, L. 129 \nHerrmann                  Psycho: A Narrative for String Orchestra \nMussorgsky               Night on Bald Mountain \nStravinsky                  The Rite of Spring \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/masterworks-the-rite-of-spring/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Crossroads: Valves and Keys Trio
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina artists David Dash\, trumpet; Maria Serkin\, horn; and Alison Gagnon\, piano\, perform poetic works by female composers Dorothy Gates\, Whitney George\, Cecilia McDowall\, and Amy Beach. \n  \nPresented in partnership with L.A.T.E. hours at Hickory Museum of Art\n \n 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/crossroads-valves-and-keys-trio/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crossroads,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T170000
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SUMMARY:WPS Youth Orchestras Fall Concert
DESCRIPTION:Hear our young artists in performance! Both Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony will perform works from the classical repertoire. \nThe Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestras (Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony) are an integral member of the Western Piedmont Symphony family and are a rigorous part of the cultural fabric of the community. The WPSYO program cultivates artistic growth of its members through enriching orchestral experiences. \nSeating is reserved/assigned.  Highly recommend purchasing tickets before the concert. This show is always sold out. \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-youth-orchestras-fall-concert/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Orchestras
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SUMMARY:Foothills Pops: Holiday Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:Everyone’s favorite seasonal concert is back for an evening of classic Christmas songs\, seasonal movie music\, electrifying holiday pops\, and winter music classics. The region’s best way to start your holiday season! Concessions open at 6:30 p.m.; the magical music begins at 7:30 p.m. At J.E. Broyhill Civic Center\, 1913 Hickory Blvd.\, in Lenoir\, NC. \nCLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS\nFeatured Artist: Matt Sickles\, electric guitar \n \nSERIES SPONSORS\n \n \n  \nCONCERT SPONSORS\nAnonymous Angel \n \nPARTNER SPONSORS\n \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/foothills-pops-holiday-spectacular-2024/
LOCATION:J.E. Broyhill Civic Center\, 1913 Hickory Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foothills Pops,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T212619Z
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SUMMARY:Crossroads: Viola Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Piano and violas come together in a lush program highlighting the dark\, rich voice of the viola! Works Brahms\, Bridge\, and more. \nFeatured Artists: Scott Rawls\, viola; Kimberly Sparr\, viola; James Douglass\, piano \n  \nConcert Sponsors\nDr. Randy Fisher and Dr. Ann Joslyn \n 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/crossroads-viola-celebration/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crossroads,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240706T184008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T184008Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Family Concert: Robots\, Machines\, and Music!
DESCRIPTION:Discover musical adventures of live symphonic music and explore where music and science meet in a concert of fun and familiar music and songs. \nActivities begin at 2:00 p.m.\, the music begins at 3:00 p.m. \nPresented in partnership with Catawba Science Center and Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind and the Machine. \n  \nPartners\n \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/discovery-family-concert-robots-machines-and-music/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discovery Family Concerts,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240705T195551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T195551Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks: Beethoven's Fifth Symphony
DESCRIPTION:The first four notes say it all: Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. Also on the program of “The Three Bs” is a Baroque power play of three on three\, Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3\, and the doubly demanding Brahms Concerto for Violin and Cello featuring Misha Keylin\, violin\, and WPS principal cellist Samuel Magill. \nFeatured Artists\nMisha Keylin\, violin \nSamuel Magill\, cello \nProgram\nBach                            Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 \nBrahms                       Double Concerto in A minor\, op.102 \nMisha Keylin\, violin; Samuel Magill\, cello \nBeethoven                  Symphony No. 5 in C minor\, op.67 \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/masterworks-beethovens-fifth-symphony/
LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium\, LRU\, 775 6th St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240804T194802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T181213Z
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SUMMARY:Crossroads: Martha Bassett’s Quinteto Brasil
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina singer/songwriter Martha Bassett and her Quinteto Brasil present a night of bossa nova standards and new arrangements such as Desafinado\, Meditation\, One Note Samba\, and more. Hear DESAFINADO in live performance of the Martha Bassett Show from The Reeves Theater in Elkin\, North Carolina!\n  \nPresented in partnership with L.A.T.E. hours at Hickory Museum of Art
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/crossroads-martha-bassetts-quinteto-brasil/
LOCATION:Drendel Auditorium\, SALT Block\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crossroads,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240706T181606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T001023Z
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SUMMARY:Side/Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the Western Piedmont Symphony chamber ensembles and friends for FREE live music experiences. Happening in downtown Hickory in partnership with the Downtown Hickory Art Crawl. In conjunction with Downtown Hickory’s Art Crawl. \n  \nLocations\n \nArtists\n     \nSponsors and Partners\n \n \n \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/side-show/
LOCATION:Downtown Hickory\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
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SUMMARY:Foothills Pops: The Music of John Williams
DESCRIPTION:Get your light sabers ready for a night of the most famous and beloved film scores of John Williams\, including Star Wars\, Jurassic Park\, Indiana Jones\, Superman\, Harry Potter\, and more! \n  \nNote: programs\, artists\, venues\, prices\, and dates subject to change.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/foothills-pops-the-music-of-john-williams/
LOCATION:J.E. Broyhill Civic Center\, 1913 Hickory Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foothills Pops,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Section Violin\, Section Cello
DESCRIPTION:Western Piedmont Symphony announces auditions on Sunday\, September 8\, 2024\, for the following vacancies: \nSECTION VIOLIN\nSECTION CELLO\nAudition date: Sunday\, September 8\, 2024 \nApplication deadline: Friday\, August 30\, 2024 \nHow to apply: Send a one-page performance résumé (.PDF) to WPS Orchestra Personnel Manager David Allen: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601 \n  \nAudition repertoire and information: \nWPS Audition Materials-Section Violin 2024 \nWPS Audition Materials-Section Cello 2024 \n  \nNo phone calls\, please. \nOnly highly qualified candidates should apply. \nThe winning candidate must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. before an offer of contract is made. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is a regional professional per-service orchestra.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-section-violin-cello/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240628T184600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T193017Z
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SUMMARY:Debut Strings and Youth Symphony Auditions for 24-25
DESCRIPTION:Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestras (WPSYO) will hold auditions for the 24-25 season on Saturday\, September 7. \nDebut Strings is an auditioned string orchestra generally comprised of developing string players at an intermediate level of music-making. \nYouth Symphony is an auditioned full orchestra\, generally comprised of high school-aged students at an advanced musical level. \nAuditions are required to be considered for either ensemble. \nSign up for an audition time\, download auditions repertoire materials\, and more information available at wpsymphony.org/youthorchestras/ \n 
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/debut-strings-and-youth-symphony-auditions-for-24-25/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Orchestras
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T192718Z
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Second Clarinet
DESCRIPTION:Western Piedmont Symphony announces auditions on Sunday\, August 25\, 2024\, for the following vacancies: \nSECOND CLARINET\n  \nAudition date: Sunday\, August 25\, 2024 \nApplication deadline: Friday\, August 16\, 2024 \nHow to apply: Send a one-page performance résumé (.PDF) to WPS Operations and Education Manager Avery Bumgarner: ops@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601 \n  \nAudition repertoire and information: \nWPS Audition Information-Second Clarinet Aug 2024 \n  \nNo phone calls\, please. \nOnly highly qualified candidates should apply. \nThe winning candidate must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. before an offer of contract is made. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is a regional professional per-service orchestra.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-second-clarinet/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Western Piedmont Symphony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
CREATED:20240422T231313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T231313Z
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Principal Trombone\, Third Trumpet
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the following vacancies for the 24-25 season: \nPrincipal Trombone \nThird Trumpet \n  \nAudition repertoire and more information available at wpsymphony.org/employment/#orchestra-audition \n\n\n\n\n\nAudition Date: Sunday\, June 2\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, May 19\, 2024 \nSend a one-page performance résumé to WPS Orchestra Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE.\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-principal-trombone-third-trumpet/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTSTAMP:20260513T223312
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T195718Z
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SUMMARY:WPS Youth Orchestras Auditions for 24-25
DESCRIPTION:2024-2025 Auditions for the Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestras (WPSYO)\nThe WPSYO is composed of two ensembles: \nDebut Strings is an auditioned string orchestra generally comprised of developing string players at an intermediate level of music-making. \nThe Youth Symphony is an auditioned full orchestra\, generally comprised of high school-aged students at an advance musical level. \n  \nAudition time and date is by sign-up. Find audition repertoire\, requirements\, and how to sign-up at wpsymphony.org/youthorchestras \nWhen: \nFriday\, May 31\, 2024: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, June 1\, 2024: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nWhere: \nWestern Piedmont Symphony-Community Rehearsal Room \n243 Third Ave. NE\, Suite #1-N \nHickory\, NC 28601 \n  \nWPS Office is located at the SALT Block in Hickory. Enter at the north side of the block at Third St. NE & Fourth Ave. NE
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-youth-orchestras-auditions-for-24-25/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Orchestras
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T190000
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Principal Percussion\, Section Percussion
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the following vacancies for the 24-25 season: \nPrincipal Percussion \nSection Percussion \nAudition repertoire and information available at wpsymphony.org/employment/#orchestra-audition \nAudition Date: Sunday\, May 19\, 2024 \nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, May 5\, 2024 \nSend a one-page performance résumé to WPS Orchestra Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE.\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/wps-auditions-principal-percussion-section-percussion/
LOCATION:Western Piedmont Symphony\, 243 Third Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T213000
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SUMMARY:Crossroads: Hank\, Pattie and The Current with WPS Maestro's Quartet
DESCRIPTION:🎟️ GET TICKETS 🎟️\nNEW LOCATION! The Premier in Hickory! \nHard-hitting bluegrass pickers who moonlight as symphonic classical musicians\, Hank\, Pattie\, and The Current\, led by banjo player Hank Smith and fiddle player and vocalist Pattie Kinlaw with Billie Feather on guitar and Stevie Martinez on bass\, take an innovative twist on traditional bluegrass music and mix it with a soulful brew flavored with classical\, Motown\, jazz\, and pop influences. With special guests the WPS Maestro’s Quartet. \nDoors open at 6:15 p.m.\, concert at 7:30 p.m. \nTickets sold through Western Piedmont Symphony: \n\nReserved Seating: $28 (theatre/row-style seating)\nGeneral Admission (standing): $20\nVIP High-Top table of Four: $200 (includes bar service) VIP Tables SOLD OUT\n\n\n \nNote From The Premier:  \n\nSeats are assigned on a first come first serve basis as people arrive.\nGroups must arrive together in order to sit together.\nFor the best chance of being seated together arrive early and arrive all together.\nWhile we do everything we can to seat groups together\, we can not guarantee that groups will be seated together.
URL:https://wpsymphony.org/event/crossroads-hank-pattie-and-the-current/
LOCATION:The Premier\, 109 11th St NW\, Hickory\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crossroads
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