On September 26, 2018

VSO ‘Made in Vermont’ statewide tour makes two local stops

Sept. 27, 29—CASTLETON, RANDOLPH—The Vermont Symphony Orchestra ushers in fall with its annual “Made in Vermont” tour, a six-location tour with two stops within the local region this week. Concerts will be held Thursday, Sept. 27 at Castleton University’s Fine Arts Center for a 7 p.m. show; then Saturday, Sept. 29 at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph, at 7:30 p.m.

The “Made in Vermont” orchestra expanded this fall, to include trumpets and timpani, performing rousing works by Haydn and Brahms. Internationally renowned violinist Soovin Kim treats the audience to a Mozart concerto in addition to conducting the ensemble. And, the VSO is once again collaborating with the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival, presenting a new film by Robin Starbuck paired with a world premiere by Matthew LaRocca.

General admission tickets for either show are priced at $25 for adults; $10 for ages 6-17; and free for ages 5 and under. Visit vso.org to purchase tickets.

Castleton University is located at 62 Alumni Drive, Castleton. Chandler Music Hall is located at 71-73 Main St., Randolph.

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