For Immediate Release
Contact: Jeff Trammel, 314-286-4136
jefft@slso.org
SINGLE CONCERT TICKETS GO ON SALE AUGUST 22
INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS HIGHLIGHT DAVID ROBERTSON’S FIRST SEASON AS THE ORCHESTRA’S MUSIC DIRECTOR
St. Louis, August 17, 2005 – Single concert tickets for the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra’s 126th season will go on sale August 22 at 9:00 am. The season debuts on September 23 when David Robertson officially begins his tenure as the Orchestra’s 12th Music Director. Robertson, the inspiring and charismatic American-born conductor, has received international acclaim for his ability to motivate audiences with his innovative programs. The season highlights include an opening night appearance by soprano Dawn Upshaw and the Saint Louis Symphony Chorus; a special event concert, City Lights, featuring Charlie Chaplin’s silent classic with musical score performed live on December 30 & 31; and Mozart’s Requiem with soprano Christine Brewer on Feb. 3, 4 & 5, 2006. Guest conductors set to join the Grammy-winning SLSO include Roberto Abbado, David Amado, Michael Christie, Asher Fisch, Philippe Jordan, Nicholas McGegan and Peter Oundjian. For a complete 2005-06 season schedule, visit our Calendar page.
Tickets are available at the Powell Symphony Hall Box Office (718 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center) from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday, by phone at 314-534-1700 or toll free 1-800-232-1880. Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting our Calendar page. Ticket prices range from $15 to $105. Group discounts are available for groups of 20 or more. Other special discounts are available for students and educators.
