Unlocking the Classics (UTC) is an Education and Community Engagement program of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra that gives individuals an insider’s view on the PSO and its upcoming concerts. Host Jim Cunningham, WQED’s Senior Executive Producer, explores the background and musical structure of masterpieces performed by the PSO. A Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musician or staff member joins Jim at most sessions, presenting informally to the group by answering questions and offering personal insight. Sessions may address topics such as the history of the PSO, the history behind a particular piece of music, items of interest surrounding a particular orchestral instrument or orchestral section, and other information.
Unlocking the Classics serves to break down barriers between the public and the PSO by offering insight into the “human” aspect of the orchestra and allowing for direct, personal interaction between participants and PSO musicians/representatives. UTC sessions are usually one hour in length and are geared toward adult audiences of all ages.
Each hosting location must have a minimum of 20 people registered in advance of the scheduled program. You may like to collaborate regionally with another library or libraries to host and promote Unlocking the Classics. This is a great program for senior centers and highrises, high school music classes and other community partners to bring a group to. This program could also coincide with another "happening" at your library.
Evening sessions begin at 7:00 PM. Other times may be available upon request. Please note that this is an interactive educational program not a performance program. The PSO provides a flyer for promotion as well as posts upcoming UTC programs on their website.
Contact:
Charity Leonette, leonettec[at]einetwork.net
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