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David Cooper on the tests of Strauss and his longtime passion for horn
Strauss’s Horn Concerto No. 2 is as impressive as it is challenging. It’s undoubtedly one of a French horn player’s highest aspirations. “This is about at the edge of what’s…
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Folk Musings transports listeners around the globe with traditional tunes arranged for flute and guitar
Much like a game of telephone, folk music has been passed from ear to ear for generations. Often embellished, these personal stamps find their way through the ages, producing familiar,…
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The Nutcrackers sells out Alberta Bair Theater
After missing last year because of COVID, Tchiakovsky’s Nutcracker ballet returned to Billings on Saturday. The Billings Symphony invited the San Diego Ballet and local dancers from the School of…
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International artists essential to Billings Symphony despite travel restrictions
Bringing Rafael Aguirre to the United States to perform with the Billings Symphony hasn’t been easy. The internationally renowned Spanish guitarist will make his debut with an American orchestra on…
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BSOC Classic Series Opens with ‘Pictures’ in its 71st Season
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…
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Whiskey & Wine fundraiser helps the Billings Symphony connect with kids, elderly
Billings, MT – Musicians and their audiences understand the power of music to heal, encourage, and engage. Through the Explore Music! Program, the Billings Orchestra & Chorale is providing outreach…
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Diverse Brass Program Opens New BSO&C Season
BILLINGS, MT – The Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale is kicking off its 2021-22 season in a big way with a brass quintet performing at the historic Billings Depot at…
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