The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) has announced a series of free outdoor performances across Alberta this summer as part of its ESO Outdoors program. The concerts, designed to bring communities together and celebrate the magic of live music, will take place in various locations throughout the province.
The August performances include one in Alberta’s capital at Castle Downs Park, and others west, east and south of Edmonton. The ESO’s President and CEO, Annemarie Leenhouts-Petrov, expressed excitement about providing this opportunity for communities to reconnect through music. “It’s thrilling to provide this wonderful opportunity for communities to come together once again,” she said in a news release. “Each unique outdoor performance promises to bring joy and foster human connections through the magic of live music.”
The orchestra’s free outdoor music series, which began in 2021 as a safe way to perform during the COVID-19 pandemic, has become a popular community event. “I am incredibly excited to be a part of ESO Outdoors once again this summer,” said Cosette Justo Valdés, the ESO’s resident conductor. “Bringing our music directly to the neighbourhoods and communities of Alberta is an honour, and I can’t wait to share these special moments with our audience.”
The performances will feature a diverse range of music, from classical compositions to popular rock and roll hits. Whether you enjoy the works of Johann Sebastian Bach or the music of The Beatles, there’s something for everyone. Each concert in the series will offer free admission, but attendees are asked to bring their own seats. The ESO also encourages concertgoers to consider making a donation to support the orchestra’s continued efforts to provide these enriching summer concerts for the community.
Here are the dates and locations of the ESO Outdoors performances:
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August 15th at 7 p.m.
– Devon, Centennial Park*
August 16th at 7 p.m.
– Edmonton, Castle Downs Park*
August 17th at 7 p.m.
– Fort Saskatchewan, Legacy Park*
August 18th at 2 p.m.
– Beaumont, Four Seasons Park*
August 25th at 2 p.m.
– Stony Plain, Pavilion at Heritage ParkDon’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the magic of live music with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra this summer. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a free concert in your community.
