A Young Person’s Guide
to the Orchestra
February 11, 2012
Jacomo Rafael Bairos, conducting
Belk Theater

Does a bassoon sound like a baboon? Can a trombone moan or a kettledrum hum? Introduce children to the instruments of the orchestra through Benjamin Britten’s classic, A Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, then hear those instruments strut their stuff as they twist and shout to the tunes of The Beatles.

Peter and the Wolf
May 5, 2012
Jacomo Rafael Bairos, conducting
With PROJECT Trio
Knight Theater

The Charlotte Symphony presents an extra-special retelling of Prokofiev’s popular orchestral adventure, Peter and the Wolf, featuring the members of PROJECT Trio. PROJECT Trio (flute, cello, and bass) has performed for more than 80,000 students across three continents. Blending their classical training with an eclectic taste in musical styles, PROJECT Trio has made an impact on audiences of all ages. "PROJECT Trio is packed with musicianship, joy, and surprise!" writes Downbeat Magazine. http://www.whatisproject.org/home/Home_Page.html

The Story of Babar
September 24, 2011
Jacomo Rafael Bairos, conducting
Michael Boudewyns & Sara Valentine, guest performers
Belk Theater

Pack your trunks! You’re invited to Babar’s coronation!  Join the Charlotte Symphony, Babar, Arthur, Celeste, the Old Lady, and all their jungle friends as Babar makes his rise from rags to riches in Jean de Brunhoff’s popular children’s story, eloquently set to music by Francis Poulenc.  Long live King Babar! Also featuring the delightful “Toy Symphony.”

The Phantom of the Lollipop
October 29, 2011
Jacomo Rafael Bairos, conducting
With Grey Seal Puppets
Belk Theater

Join crazy professor Dr. Frankenstein on a musical adventure as he attempts to create his masterpiece, the Great Phantom! Drew Allison and his Grey Seal Puppets return to the Belk Theater to help celebrate Halloween with the Charlotte Symphony. Don’t forget to come in your favorite Halloween costume!