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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Beethoven and the Blues
DESCRIPTION:Masterworks II: Beethoven and the Blues\n\n\n\nThe Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra\, under the direction of Music Director Matthew Sheppard\, presents an unforgettable evening where classical tradition meets the blues. \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed blues harmonica virtuoso Corky Siegel joins the MDSO as featured soloist for his Symphonic Blues No. 6\, bringing the unmistakable sound of blues harmonica to the symphony orchestra. \n\n\n\nPROGRAM\n\n\n\nGeorge GershwinAn American in Paris \n\n\n\nCorky SiegelSymphonic Blues No. 6Featuring Corky Siegel\, harmonica soloist \n\n\n\nLudwig van BeethovenSymphony No. 8 \n\n\n\nFrom the jazz-influenced energy of Gershwin to Siegel’s groundbreaking fusion of blues and classical music and the brilliance of Beethoven\, Beethoven and the Blues is an evening that crosses musical boundaries and showcases the remarkable versatility of the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra. \n\n\n\nCONCERT DETAILS\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 7\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.Kirkland Fine Arts CenterDecatur\, Illinois \n\n\n\nTickets are available at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center Box Office.
URL:https://symphonyguildofdecatur.org/event/masterworks-ii-beethoven-and-the-blues/
LOCATION:Kirkland Fine Arts Center\, 1184 W Main St\, Decatur\, IL\, 62522\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Dickens Christmas - 2026 Holiday Gala
DESCRIPTION:Make Your 2026 Holiday Gala Reservations Now!\n\n\n\n\nPresented by the Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 4\, 2026 | 6:00 PM \n\n\n\nThe Country Club of Decatur \n\n\n\n‘Tis the season for mirth and merriment! \n\n\n\nStep back in time to Victorian England and join the Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur for A Dickens Christmas\, a festive evening of holiday dining\, music\, and merriment! \n\n\n\nCelebrate the season with friends and fellow supporters of the arts while enjoying a traditional English-inspired feast and an evening of festivities. \n\n\n\nThe Evening’s Festivities \n\n\n\n\nHors d’oeuvres\n\n\n\nSilent auction\n\n\n\nComplimentary mulled wine\n\n\n\nStrolling Christmas carolers\n\n\n\nYe Olde English Feast\n\n\n\nLive auction\n\n\n\n\nDinner Menu\n\n\n\nGuests may select one of three entrées: \n\n\n\n\nIndividual Beef Wellington with Cabernet Demi-Glace\n\n\n\nPan-Seared Sea Bass with English Brut Beurre Blanc\n\n\n\nParmesan Mushroom Risotto topped with Roasted Brussel Sprout Flakes\n\n\n\n\nDessert: Sticky Toffee Pudding with Warm Toffee Sauce \n\n\n\nReservations\n\n\n\n$125 per person \n\n\n\nReservation deadline: November 18\, 2026 \n\n\n\nJoin us for this special evening by making your reservation online. Please select your preferred dinner entrée for each guest when completing your reservation. \n\n\n\nReserve your seats today! \n\n\n\nFor questions or special seating requests\, please contact John Baird at (217) 433-5651 or info@symphonyguildofdecatur.org. \n\n\n\nSupporting Music in Our Community\n\n\n\nProceeds from A Dickens Christmas support the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra\, Decatur Youth Symphony Orchestra\, scholarships\, and music education programs. \n\n\n\nYour participation helps bring outstanding musical performances and educational opportunities to our community. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating this wonderful season with you! \n\n\n\nMajor Sponsors: WSOY and Neuhoff Media
URL:https://symphonyguildofdecatur.org/event/a-dickens-christmas-2026-holiday-gala/
LOCATION:Country Club of Decatur\, 135 N Country Club Rd\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States
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