Circus Tricks and
Unlikely Friends
Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra
Date & Time:
Saturday 24 August 2024
4pm
Location:
Concert Chamber
Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts
University of Waikato
Conductor: Joe Harrop
Circus Artist: Geoff Gilson
Soloists: Charlie Garcia Gil - xylophone
Cost:
$18.50 Adult and senior
$13.50 Child (18 years and under)
$16.00 Student (tertiary)
$59.50 family ticket (two adults, two children)
Additional fees may apply
Jugglers, lizards, gladiators and more ... these are our unlikely friends! Join our guest juggler and the Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon of fun, laughter, storytelling and great music that’s perfect for the young and young at heart. Our whānau concerts aim to capture the magic of a live orchestra in a relaxed and informal environment, introducing music of all kinds to young people and families in a dynamic and engaging way.
Programme
Julius Fučík Entrance of the Gladiators
Philip Norman The Juggler (NZ work)
Stravinsky Circus Polka
Gareth Farr Little Sea Gongs (NZ work)
Philip Norman Snake and the Lizard (NZ work)
Toshiro Mayuzumi Presto from Concertino for Xylophone and Orchestra
Rossini Galop from William Tell Overture
Aaron Copland Hoedown from Rodeo
Khachaturian Sabre Dance
This event is part of Central Celebrates, our orchestral festival celebrating the joy of ensemble music making.
