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BSOC Classic Series Opens with ‘Pictures’ in its 71st Season

September 27, 2021

Billings, MT – Martinez, a fifth generation pianist, was introduced early on to the violin, but she ended up sneaking into her mother’s home studio and teaching herself to play by ear after listening to students practicing.

One afternoon, Martinez stunned her mother when she began playing a Beethoven piano concerto by ear at the age of 5. At first, her mother thought it was one of her piano students, but when she approached the studio she saw it was her young daughter playing her heart out.

Read the full article on Simply Local Billings.

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Billings Symphony Orchestra to share new season with Laurel patrons May 2

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JACI WEBB Outlook Editor Apr 22, 2024 The Billings Symphony Orchestra is taking to the road to promote the new season and new opportunities for young patrons. Next stop —…

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Billings Symphony Orchestra to Present Season Finale on April 27 at the Alberta Bair Theater

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BILLINGS, MT (April 12, 2024) – The Billings Symphony is thrilled to announce the exciting finale to its 2023/24 season, taking place on April 27 at the Alberta Bair Theater.…

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High-flying aerialists join BSO for thrilling concert

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JACI WEBB – Laurel Outlook Editor – Maestra Anne Harrigan opened the Billings Symphony Orchestra “Cirque” concert last weekend with the question, “Are you ready?” She correctly predicted that the…

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The Billings Symphony Orchestra Announces Auditions for Tenured and Substitute Musicians

February 26, 2024

FEBRUARY 26, 2023, BILLINGS MT – The Billings Symphony announces auditions for the Assistant Concertmaster and all String Sections. Live auditions for these tenured positions will take place on Sunday,…

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Billings, February 22, 2024 – Brace yourself for an enchanting evening filled with the captivating sounds of Irish music as Arkins, Bigley & Coulter: A Celtic Evening takes center stage…

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Johnny Gandelsman: Grammy-winning artist and Silkroad violinist presents a transformative musical journey at the Billings Depot

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Billings, February 1, 2024 – We are delighted to introduce Johnny Gandelsman, one of the most revered violinists of our time and a Grammy-winning artist, as he graces both the…

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Renowned Maestro Robert Moody to deliver stupendous performance of Brahms’ “A German Requiem”

January 24, 2024

Billings, Montana – January, 23, 2024 The Billings Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce an exceptional concert with an array of exceptionally talented performers. Scheduled to captivate audiences on February…

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Strings Attached: Ahn Trio will set the stage ablaze with a radiant performance at the Alberta Bair Theater

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Billings, Montana – January 5, 2024 – The Ahn Trio, critically acclaimed for their innovative performances, is all set to grace the stage of the renowned Alberta Bair Theater on…

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