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SPRING 2020 Engagement

Events

LET FREEDOM SINGSunday, January 19, at 7 pm

The 27th annual Let Freedom Sing concert honors the life, legacy and triumphs of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the civil rights movement. Joined by special guests, the Nashville Symphony, Celebration Chorus and Celebration Youth Chorus will perform an inspiring selection of classical works, songs, traditionals and more. Complimentary concert, ticket reservation required.

WINE AND WOODWINDSWednesday, February 19, at 6 pm | City Winery

Support our Nashville Symphony young professionals group when you join members of Crescendo Club for a fundraiser evening featuring a musical wine tasting with members of your Nashville Symphony.  Additional ticket purchase required.

SYMPHONY FASHION SHOWTuesday, April 14

You’re invited to our high-fashion fundraiser supporting the Symphony! This year features the Fall 2020 collection from Zang Toi. Chairmen: Barbara Burns and Ashley Rosen. Additional ticket purchase required.

JUST ANNOUNCED: PATRON APPRECIATION EVENING  Wednesday, June 17

Join us for an evening at Schermerhorn Symphony Center with a wonderful performance by our orchestra to celebrate our amazing donors – you!Complimentary concert, ticket reservation required. Ticket reservation information will be sent out in March 2020.

CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES CONCERTS & DONOR RECEPTIONSTuesday, January 28, at 6 pm  | Tuesday, February 18, at 6 pm Wednesday, April 8, at 6 pm

Curated by our orchestra musicians, these FREE evenings of small-ensemble performances are a wonderful way to explore the history and artistry behind the music in a relaxed and casual setting. While the concerts are open to the general public, your gift to the Nashville Symphony gives you special access to a post-concert reception with the featured musicians. Complimentary concert, ticket reservation required.

SAVE THE DATE

For more fun events, visit NashvilleSymphony.org/SaveTheDate

INSIDER’S ACCESS EVENT: VIOLA SHOWCASE Wednesday, February 26, at 6 pm

At this informal panel with members of the Nashville Symphony viola section, we’ll learn what makes the viola unique among string instruments, how they work as a section, and more. You’ll get to socialize with other Governing Members and ask questions of our musicians – anything you’re curious about!Refreshments will be served and valet provided, RSVP Required.

PRE-CONCERT IRISH WHISKEY TASTING Thursday, March 12, at 6 pm | Friday and Saturday, March 13 & 14, at 7 pm Allen Walter Watson, Sr. Founders Hall

Join us before the Celtic Journey concert in Founders Hall to enjoy a special tasting of Irish whiskeys to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and all things Irish. Complimentary; concert ticket purchase required.

SPRING 2020

BACKSTAGE CHAMPAGNE TOAST: ROMANTIC RHAPSODIESFriday, January 31 – Immediately following  the performance

Join us backstage as we celebrate our wonderful musicians, including this weekend’s soloist, concertmaster Jun Iwasaki, in an intimate champagne toast following the concert.Complimentary champagne, RSVP and concert ticket purchase required. 

MUSICIANS RECOGNITION DINNER 2020 Wednesday, May 13, 4 pm Laura Turner Hall

Mark your calendar now for our annual celebration of our amazing orchestra musicians, featuring special guest speaker Maestro Leonard Slatkin. This very special evening is hosted by you, the Governing Members. We’ll enjoy dinner together with the musicians and a presentation of awards for milestone anniversaries with the orchestra.RSVP Required.

TOAST TO CLOSING CLASSICAL WEEKEND  Friday & Saturday, May 29 & 30Immediately following Guerrero Conducts BrucknerAllen Walter Watson, Sr. Founders Hall

We’ll celebrate the closing of our season with an intimate backstage champagne toast with the orchestra on both nights of our final 2019/20 Classical Series weekend. Complimentary champagne, RSVP and concert ticket purchase required. 

JAZZ HAPPY HOUR Friday, April 24, 7 pm Allen Walter Watson, Sr. Founders Hall

Our Jazz Series is a one-of-a-kind listening experience – and it’s only at the Schermerhorn! Join us for a specialty drink in Founders Hall prior to performance of The Hot Sardines, who bring a contemporary flair to classic jazz. Complimentary; concert ticket purchase required.