August 2019
WSO Billtown Brass Pops in the Park at Pepper Street
The Muncy Historical Society to host its fifth free-to-the-public, outdoor concert event – this year, featuring the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra Billtown Brass with a “Pops at Pepper Street” free concert. The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra’s Billtown Brass will make its first appearance in Muncy to perform a variety of musical selections on Saturday, August 3 starting at 7:30 pm. The outdoor concert location is 232 Pepper Street, Muncy Creek Township, Muncy. Parking is available at Muncy High School’s Sherman Street parking lot and on…
Find out more »WSO Billtown Brass Pops at Brandon Park, Williamsport
The WSO's Billtown Brass Band will be presenting a concert at 7:00 PM, Sunday, August 4 at Brandon Park, Williamsport. The program is a “musical party” featuring a collection of well-known pop, patriotic, movie and classical favorites. The brass celebration opens with Seventy Six Trombones from the Music Man followed by Momma Don’t Want, a British favorite that introduces the various instruments in the band. Solo tenor horn, Valerie Whyman, is the featured soloist in Over the Rainbow, with A Touch…
Find out more »WSO Billtown Brass Pops at Central Oak Heights, Milton
The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra’s Billtown Brass Band will be presenting a concert at 7:00 PM, Saturday, August 17 at the Central Oak Heights pavilion. The program is a “musical party” featuring a collection of well-known pop, patriotic, movie and classical favorites. The brass celebration opens with Seventy Six Trombones from the Music Man followed by Momma Don’t Want, a British favorite that introduces the various instruments in the band. Solo tenor horn, Valerie Whyman, is the featured soloist in Over…
Find out more »September 2019
Young Artists Competition 2019
Sponsored by the Friends of the Symphony: young musicians meeting the eligibility requirements for this competition may compete for cash awards and the possible opportunity to perform with the orchestra. Williamsport Symphony Orchestra’s mission is to be a cultural asset to the community by providing quality orchestral music, education, and performance opportunities for regional talent to an ever-expanding audience. Please read GUIDELINES and JUDGING PROCEDURES. Please complete the YAC application and return it with a $20.00 non-refundable application fee, payable to…
Find out more »October 2019
From Mozart to Wagner and Strauss
From the majestic music of Wagner to the exquisite songs of Strauss, we finally arrive to “Jupiter” to enjoy one of the most accomplished symphonies of the classical period: Mozart’s no. 41. The genius of these three composers is almost unparalleled, and although their music is hugely contrasting, you will find the common beauty among all these compositions. Praised by the New York Times for her ability to turn from “strong and vindictive to melting and back in an instant,”…
Find out more »Halloween Brunch with the Friends
Friends of the Symphony calling all GHOULS & BOYS to join a Halloween costume party. 11:30 - 1:00 pm: Buffet Brunch catered by Le Jeune Chef 1:00 - 2:00 pm: An instrument petting zoo by Robert M. Sides Family Music Center 2:00 - 3:00 pm: WSO Billtown Brass spooktacular concert playing music from Incredibles, Monster mash, and much more. Event tickets: $40 adults, $15 children over 5 to include concert. Concert tickets only: $10 adults; $5 students. For tickets, call…
Find out more »Billtown Brass Halloween Spooktacular
Billtown Brass puts on another SPOOKTACULAR show performing all the beloved songs. No one can predict what might happen on stage except for the SPOOKTACULAR music they offer. Come in costume and enjoy a pops concert with the Brass Band under the direction of Rick Coulter. program includes: Sprach Zarathustra Arr. John Glenesk Mortimer The Haunted Halls, Paul Lovatt-Cooper Incredibles - Michael Giacchino, arr. Philip Harper Attack of the Killer Trombones, Fernie "The Devil's Bridge" by Darrol Barry Let It…
Find out more »November 2019
December 2019
Holiday Concert
“The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us.” – Anonymous Join us for another fantastic holiday concert showcasing the Williamsport Area High School choirs performing one of the most beloved choral-orchestral pieces: Vivaldi’s Gloria. The winner of the 2019 Young Artist Competition will delight us with another outstanding performance. Great holiday tunes and great fun is guaranteed in this all-time audience favorite concert!…
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