From TOLEDO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Toledo Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has announced its upcoming collaboration Science & Symphony with KV 265, a non-profit organization whose mission is to communicate science through art to communities worldwide. KV 265 joins the TSO for a multimedia experience pairing high-definition imagery from NASA and astronomer-photographer Dr. José Francisco Salgado of KV 265 with the sounds of the orchestra. Two performances will take place at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Peristyle Theater on Thursday, Nov. 11at 9:45 a.m. as part of the TSO’s Young People’s Concert Series and later in the evening at 7 p.m., open to the general public.
“We are excited to welcome back our school-aged audiences for this presentation with Dr. Salgado,” says Rachel Schultz, Director of Education & Community Outreach for the Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts. “I hope everyone can join us for stunning photographs and incredible music for a multi-sensory experience combining arts, science, and technology. What a way to return to the Peristyle!”
KV 265 seeks to heighten appreciation and understanding of art, music, science, and technology and to inspire further exploration of these disciplines among its audience members through multimedia concerts, lectures, and educational workshops.
“I hope this production will inspire audiences to learn more about our dynamic Sun, the space weather it produces, and the awe-inspiring displays of light we call the Northern Lights—all while enjoying the beautiful music by Christopher Theofanidis,” says Dr. José Francisco Salgado of KV 265. “I invite audiences of all ages to join us for this multimedia concert combining storytelling and high-def photography.”
KV 265’s flagship project is its acclaimed Science & Symphony films for orchestra. These works have been presented in 235 concerts and 185 talks reaching over 460,000 people in concert halls and educational institutions spanning more than 85 cities in 19 countries. Some of the orchestras that have presented these works include the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, Boston Pops, New World Symphony, Santa Fe Symphony, Pacific Symphony, Czech National Symphony Orchestra, and more.
“I am really excited that we are bringing Dr. José Francisco Salgado and KV 265 to Toledo,” says TAPA Director of Marketing & Communications Vanessa Gardner. “Having worked with them in the past, I know audience members will be awestruck by the stunning visuals and amazing sounds of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra.“
HOW TO ATTEND:
What: Science & Symphony
When: Thursday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m.
Where: Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle
Cost: $25, child and student pricing available
More info: Visit toledosymphony.com, visit the TAPA Box Office at 1838 Parkwood Avenue, or call 419.246.8000
The TSO’s Science & Symphony, an Andersons Inc. Charitable Foundation Family Event, is presented by Directions Credit Union. For tickets, call the TAPA Box Office at 419.246.8000 or visit toledosymphony.com. For questions about the evening performance, please contact Vanessa Gardner, Director of Marketing & Communications for the Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts. For more information about the Young People’s concert, please contact Rachel Schultz, Director of Education & Community Engagement for the Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts.
