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Chelsea Tipton

Chelsea Tipton II

American conductor Chelsea Tipton II has won over audiences and critics with his vibrant musicality, versatility, accessibility, and commitment to art education. He served as Resident Conductor of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra for seven exceptionally successful seasons and was Associate Conductor of the Savannah Symphony Orchestra for four seasons. He is currently in his fifteenth season as Music Director of the Symphony of Southeast Texas and ninth season as Principal Pops Conductor with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra.

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Rei Hotoda

Rei Hotoda

Conductor Rei Hotoda has been hailed as an inexhaustible dynamo with a deep commitment to reimagining the 21st century concert experience. Her vision can be seen through her thought-provoking programming, passionate allyship to marginalized artists, advocacy for arts education, and an unwavering commitment to presenting many of today’s leading composers alongside masterworks of the classical repertoire.

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Christopher Dragon

Christopher Dragon

Australian conductor Christopher Dragon is the Music Director of the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra and Resident Conductor of the Colorado Symphony. He joined the Colorado Symphony in the 2015/2016 Season as Associate Conductor – a position he held for four years. For three years prior, Dragon held the inaugural position of Assistant Conductor with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, which gave him the opportunity to work closely with Principal Conductor Asher Fisch.

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Jacomo Bairos

Jacomo Bairos

Described in the press as “thrilling,” “inspirational,” and “world-class,” Portuguese-American conductor, producer and podcaster Jacomo Bairos challenges the preconceptions of orchestral repertoire by fusing musical genres, collaborating with a wide array of compelling and diverse artists, and integrating the modern orchestra into the worldwide community in innovative and powerful new ways.

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Leslie Dunner

Leslie Dunner

Dr. Leslie B. Dunner is currently conductor of the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra. He is also interim artistic director of the South Shore Opera Company, where he has been music director since 2014, and resident conductor of New Jersey’s Trilogy: An Opera Company since 2018. His stirring performances with the Long Beach Opera of Anthony Davis’ historical work The Central Park Five received the 2020 Pulitzer Prize in Music.

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Robert Moody

Robert Moody

Robert Moody is in his seventh season as Music Director of The Memphis Symphony Orchestra and eighteenth season as Music Director of Arizona Musicfest.  Under his artistic leadership, the Memphis Symphony has also enjoyed exponential growth in programming, recording, new commissions, and endowment growth to over $25 million. AZ Musicfest has become the premiere Winter Music Festival in North America, boasting a festival orchestra roster comprised of players from the world’s greatest orchestras.

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Donato Cabrera

Donato Cabrera

Mexican-American conductor Donato Cabrera is the Artistic and Music Director of the California Symphony and the Music Director of the Las Vegas Philharmonic. He served as the Resident Conductor of the San Francisco Symphony and the Wattis Foundation Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra from 2009-2016.

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Jacomo Bairos

Jacomo Bairos

Described in the press as “thrilling,” “inspirational,” and “world-class,” Portuguese-American conductor and producer Jacomo Bairos challenges the preconceptions of the orchestra’s role in modern culture. Bairos pushes the boundaries of traditional orchestral repertoire by fusing musical genres, collaborating and commissioning a wide array of compelling and diverse artists, and rethinking the orchestra’s impact within all communities.

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Christopher Dragon

Christopher Dragon

Australian conductor Christopher Dragon is the Resident Conductor of the Colorado Symphony and Music Director of the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra. He joined the Colorado Symphony in the 2015/2016 Season as Associate Conductor – a position he held for four years. For three years prior, Dragon held the position of Assistant Conductor with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, which gave him the opportunity to work closely with Principal Conductor Asher Fisch.

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Rei Hotoda

Rei Hotoda

Conductor Rei Hotoda has been hailed as an inexhaustible dynamo with a deep commitment to reimagining the 21st century concert experience. Her vision can be seen through her thought-provoking programming, passionate allyship to marginalized artists, advocacy for arts education, and an unwavering commitment to presenting many of today’s leading American composers.

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Chelsea Tipton II

Chelsea Tipton II

American conductor Chelsea Tipton II has won over audiences and critics with his vibrant musicality, versatility, accessibility, and commitment to art education. He served as Resident Conductor of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra for seven exceptionally successful seasons and was Associate Conductor of the Savannah Symphony Orchestra for four seasons. He is currently in his fourteenth season as Music Director of the Symphony of Southeast Texas and his eighth season as Principal Pops Conductor with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra.

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Spring 2021

This issue highlights our May “Side by Side” concert with the Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestras, featuring the music of Florence Price performed by the Youth Philharmonic, plus a musician spotlight with GSO violist Caroline Jones and a preview of our June simulcast with guest violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins for the League of American Orchestras annual conference.

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New outdoor summer concert series by the Greensboro Symphony

Greensboro, NC (March 25, 2021) – The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is excited to announce its new outdoor summer series at the White Oak Amphitheatre at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex! In partnership with the Greensboro Coliseum, the GSO has scheduled Steep Canyon Rangers on Saturday, June 5, 2021, The Music of The Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger and Keith Richards

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Greensboro Symphony announces new 2021 dates and outdoor summer concert series

Greensboro, NC (March 12, 2021) – You asked, we listened! After gaining valuable feedback from a recent survey of ticket buyers and community members, the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is excited to announce new 2021 concert dates. Survey results show that 72.7% of respondents would attend socially-distanced outdoor GSO concerts this summer at White Oak Amphitheatre. In

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Winter 2021

As we make our way into 2021, we hope you were able to find joy in the socially-distanced, often virtual, Holiday season with your families and are filled with hope for the New Year. In this issue, find the perfect playlist, a recap of our Pop Up series of intimate—but socially-distanced—autumn concerts, and a look forward to our online education concert presentation for area children.

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JIM BRICKMAN SUPPORTS THE GREENSBORO SYMPHONY WITH VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER

Jim Brickman donated over $100,000 to the arts across the US this past holiday season, and now is doing it again by performing LIVE virtual concerts in February. Greensboro, NC (January 22, 2021) – Grammy-Nominated Songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will continue to entertain fans in February with “Share The Love” LIVE Virtually. A portion of each ticket purchased to

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Greensboro Symphony ensemble to join Mount Zion Baptist Church for Christmas drive-thru experience

GREENSBORO, NC (December 3, 2020) – Spectacular lights, African dancing, a live nativity scene, and festive music… these are just a few of the ingredients in what is sure to be an unforgettable Christmas experience. Zion Wonderland, hosted by Mount Zion Baptist Church, will be held on December 11 and 12, 2020, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on the Church’s campus (1301 Alamance Church Road,

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Greensboro Symphony announces reimagined 2021 season at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Greensboro, NC (December 1, 2020) – The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is excited to announce its reimagined season! The Symphony’s highly anticipated debut at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts is planned for April 29, 2021. Event Date Event Name Thursday, April 29, 2021 Masterworks: Maestros & Mendelssohn with Gerard Schwarz, conductor and Dmitry Sitkovetsky, violin and conductor Sat.

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Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra simulcast from inside the Tanger Center!

Greensboro, NC (November 17, 2020) – The Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra (GSYO), provides a professionally-led environment for young musicians to study, prepare, and perform music. Safe, socially-distanced rehearsals began earlier this fall, and now GSYO members are ready to perform! Tune in on November 22, 2020 as the GSYO streams three performances live from the Steven Tanger

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents “Not Our First Goat Rodeo”

Yo-Yo Ma | Stuart Duncan |Edgar Meyer | Chris Thile with guest Aoife O’Donovan GREENSBORO, NC (March 12, 2020) – An astounding group of virtuosos – Yo-Yo Ma on cello, Stuart Duncan on fiddle, Edgar Meyer on bass, and Chris Thile on mandolin — reunite live for the first time in nearly a decade. Joined by featured vocalist Aoife O’Donovan, the lively talents of these exceptional artists come together on stage to create

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Greensboro Symphony’s Pop-Up Series offers socially-distanced outdoor performances this weekend

GREENSBORO, NC (October 13, 2020) – If you have missed experiencing live music in person lately, then the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) has exciting news to share. This Friday and Saturday, socially-distanced outdoor performances are available at some of your favorite Triad locations, brought to you in part by BB&T now Truist. Join the GSO on Friday,

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THE GREENSBORO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES THE HARRY POTTER FILM CONCERT SERIES, OPENING WITH HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE IN CONCERT

For the first time in Greensboro, NC audiences will experience the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ music to the entire first film live to picture from one of the most beloved film series in history GREENSBORO, NC (October 12, 2020) – The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) will perform Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert at the Steven Tanger Center for

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Greensboro Symphony postpones Fall 2020 performances

Greensboro, NC (August 21, 2020) – Due to current restrictions on large gathering sizes, the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO), has postponed or rescheduled the following performances held at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. As additional new dates are confirmed, the GSO will make a public announcement. Event Name Original Date New Date Music of

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Sting with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Rescheduled for 2021

GREENSBORO, NC (July 29, 2020) — Sting’s performance with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO), originally scheduled for December 19, 2020, has been postponed out of an abundance of caution surrounding the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The new date for this concert is Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 8:00pm at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. As

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra postpones August and September performances

Greensboro, NC (July 20, 2020) – On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper extended Phase Two of NC’s COVID-19 reopening plan. The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO), in light of this decision, will postpone and reschedule the following performances held at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. As new dates are confirmed, the GSO will

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces cancelation of John Denver Tribute Concert

GREENSBORO, NC (April 28, 2020) – In light of the unprecedented challenges presented by the coronavirus (COVID- 19), the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) has made the difficult decision to cancel Rocky Mountain High on June 6, 2020 – Jim Curry’s Tribute to John Denver. While the concert will not take place this summer, the GSO plans to present Jim Curry’s John Denver

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The Greensboro Symphony announces rescheduled Masterworks concerts

Greensboro, NC (May 11, 2020) – The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) has rescheduled two Masterworks concerts from the 2019-2020 season. These concerts were postponed and rescheduled after NC Governor Roy Cooper advised doing so for all upcoming gatherings with over 100 people to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The new dates can be found below: Event Name

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New date announced for rescheduled Greensboro Symphony concert: “A Richard Smallwood Gospel Celebration”

GREENSBORO, NC (April 27, 2020) — One of Gospel Music’s greatest legends returns to Greensboro for an unforgettable concert experience! The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is proud to present A Richard Smallwood Gospel Celebration at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, February 5, 2021 at 8:00 pm! This concert has been rescheduled from the previous date –

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces new dates for rescheduled concerts: Music of Queen! and An Evening with Matthew Morrison

GREENSBORO, NC (March 19, 2020) – On March 13, 2020, the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) announced that many upcoming Symphony events and concerts would be rescheduled. This decision was made following Gov. Roy Cooper’s recommendation in reference to reducing the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The GSO is proud to announce the first of many new dates

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra responds to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Greensboro, NC (March 13, 2020) – On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper advised postponing or canceling all gatherings with over 100 people until April 15, 2020, to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO), in light of this recommendation, will postpone and reschedule the following events and performances

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Farewell Symphony

(GREENSBORO, NC) Join the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) in celebrating the end of an era as it says farewell to Guilford College’s Dana Auditorium. The GSO presents Farewell Symphony, sponsored by Kilpatrick Townsend and The RLR Financial Group of BB&T’s Scott & Stringfellow, at 8:00 pm on February 20 and 22 at Dana Auditorium, marking the last program in this

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Love Notes: The Music of Paul Simon

(GREENSBORO, NC)— What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with captivating musical entertainment everyone will enjoy? The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is proud to present Love Notes with Paul Loren, sponsored by Stearns Financial Group and Foreign Cars Italia, at Westover Church on February 14th, 2020 at 8:00 pm! Drawing from the legendary works of Paul Simon,

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces The Pivetta Duo at the 2019-2020 Greensboro Symphony HOPS Series presented by Wise Home Solutions!

(GREENSBORO, NC)—The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is thrilled to feature GSO musicians and couple, Debra and Federico Pivetta, at the third and final 2019-2020 Greensboro Symphony HOPS Series presented by Wise Home Solutions. Beginning at 5:00 pm on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at Preyer Brewing, the Pivetta Duo will perform technical fireworks for flute and

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces Honorary Chairs for annual fundraiser!

Greensboro, NC – The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is thrilled to announce Caroline & Steven Tanger and Elizabeth & Kevin Phillips as the Honorary Chair couples for the GSO’s annual Name That Tune fundraiser for music education. Co-chairs for the event are Madison Carroll and Rena and Mark Watson. This year, the event will showcase the iconic music from

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces Young Composers Selected for “Hey, Mozart!” Student Composition Program

Greensboro, NC – Imagine it – nearly 3,000 elementary school children captivated by the sights and sounds of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) performing live on the stage of the new Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. This will be the reality in March and April 2020 as the GSO hosts their annual suite of Elementary School Concerts

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Music of Queen!

(GREENSBORO, NC)—Welcoming one of the most accomplished classic rock cover groups, the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is proud to share the stage with Windborne as they present the Music of Queen! Come and experience a high energy tribute to one of the most influential rock bands of all time, joined by the full symphonic forces of the

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents the FOX8/Old Dominion Holiday Concerts

(GREENSBORO, NC)—Celebrate the Holiday Season with the Greensboro Symphony featuring holiday music plus a special appearance by Jeremy Abbott, four-time U.S. Champion and U.S. Olympic Bronze Medalist! The performance, sponsored by FOX8 and Old Dominion, will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019, at 7:30 pm at the Greensboro Coliseum (doors open at 6:00 p.m.)

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Italian Inspirations

(GREENSBORO, NC) The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents Italian Inspirations, sponsored by The Carolina Peacemaker and Arch MI, on November 21 and 23 at 8:00 pm at Guilford College’s Dana Auditorium! Sharing the stage will be the acclaimed double bassist, Xavier Foley, performing Bottesini’s Concerto No. 2 for double bass and orchestra. This will be preceded by Respighi’s Gli uccelli (The Birds) for orchestra, and

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents FRANK & ELLA with Tony DeSare and Capathia Jenkins

(GREENSBORO, NC)—Two icons of 20th-century music, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald were masters of the Great American Songbook and often captivated audiences with collaborative performances. Now, you can experience the magic of Frank & Ella with Tony DeSare and Capathia Jenkins as they recreate the iconic duo in all their skill and magnetism! Joined by the Greensboro

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Vivaldi, Bach & Co.

(GREENSBORO, NC) The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is proud to present Vivaldi, Bach & Co., sponsored by Cone Health and Bank of America Private Bank, on October 17 and 19 at 8:00 p.m. at Guilford College’s Dana Auditorium! Joining the GSO is internationally acclaimed pianist, Julia Zilberquit, performing her transcriptions of Vivaldi and Bach’s Concerto in A minor

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Announces 2019-2020 HOPS Series

(GREENSBORO, NC)—The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) continues an exciting partnership with Preyer Brewing Company, crafting the first performance of the 2019-2020 Greensboro Symphony HOPS Series this October 6th, 2019! The 90-minute performance will feature the GSO String Quartet playing three 20-minute sets of classical favorites, pop standards, and a “wildly popular” name that tune game! With

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra presents Violin Virtuosos

(GREENSBORO, NC) On September 19 and 21 at 8:00 pm, the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra (GSO) will present Violin Virtuosos at Dana Auditorium on the campus of Guilford College. This showcase of awe-inspiring performances features internationally acclaimed violinists Mayuko Kamio and Risa Hokamura as they join GSO’s Maestro Dmitry Sitkovetsky and Concertmaster Marjorie Bagley in concert. The four virtuosos will

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Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Announces Auditions for NEW Master Chorale!

Greensboro, NC – March 28th, 2020 will mark the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra’s (GSO) first Tanger Outlets Masterworks concert in the highly anticipated, state-of-the-art, Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Greensboro. At this time, GSO will also launch the debut of the newly- created Greensboro Symphony Master Chorale, under the direction of founding conductors, Jonathan Emmons

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The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra announces Auditions for Youth Orchestra!

Greensboro, NC – The Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra (GSYO) program announces auditions for its 49th season of inspired music-making! Auditions will take place by appointment at the Greensboro Cultural Center, September 13 –15, 2019. There are currently openings for all orchestral instruments. The program is open to all young musicians through high school, with additional string programs

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