by Philip | May 2, 2018 | In the News, La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance
As my tenure with La Porte comes to a close this weekend, check out this in-depth and insightful article by Andrew Tallackson in THE BEACHER. The Symphony will highlight another of Andrew’s many talents, those of a pianist, as he performs iconic music from the... 
by Philip | Mar 17, 2018 | La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance, Performance Photo, Youth Orchestra
What a grand conclusion to my classical music series with the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra. So many great memories from the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center (formerly Elston). Peter Boyer’s The Dream Lives On: A Portrait of the Kennedy Brothers was... 
by Philip | Nov 14, 2017 | La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance, Photo
A family-friendly Halloween themed concert brought out the creative best of the community. Craft activities for the kids, costumed orchestra and audience members, costume parade and more brought life to the Civic Auditorium in late October. I had a blast dressing up... 
by Philip | Nov 11, 2017 | Education, La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance, Preparation
Through the melody of “America”, we explored the different families of instruments in the orchestra. Staring with Ives “Variations on America,” and other adaptations such as “God Save the “Queen” and custom arrangements. The... 
by Philip | Nov 6, 2017 | La Porte Symphony, Performance
Hoosier Star 2017 was a smashing success as 10 contestants competed for the top cash prizes and trophies. The audience voted that night and crowned Youth Winner Jarynn Sampson (right) and Adult Julia Campoli (left). Congratulations to all the contestants! Learn more... 
by Philip | Oct 31, 2017 | La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance
We have started our 45th Season – Tales of Adventures! Check out the new season of the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra. Hoosier Star Education Concert – The Remarkable Farkle McBride Family Concert – Tales from the Darkside Holiday Pops Concert...