Start Time
- 7:30p on Friday, May 22
- 7:30p on Saturday, May 23
- 2:30p on Sunday, May 24
conductor
Byron Stripling
CONCERT DETAILS
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a musical journey that captures the heart and soul of the nation through its rich tapestry of sound. Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling leads this exhilarating concert experience showcasing the evolution of American music, from spirituals and gospel tunes to the rhythms of ragtime and the heartfelt passion of the blues. Stripling’s charismatic trumpet and vocals lead the audience through the birth of jazz, the soulful grooves of R&B, and all the vibrant genres that define the American soundscape.
Friday, May 22
Food & Beverage Service
Resonance Food Co. offers a variety of choices, prepared on-site by our full-time chefs. Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy tasty treats and libations at numerous bar locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
Saturday, May 23
Food & Beverage Service
Resonance Food Co. offers a variety of choices, prepared on-site by our full-time chefs. Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy tasty treats and libations at numerous bar locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
Sunday, May 24
Food & Beverage Service
Resonance Food Co. offers a variety of choices, prepared on-site by our full-time chefs. Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy tasty treats and libations at numerous bar locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
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Start Time
- 7:30p on Friday, May 22
- 7:30p on Saturday, May 23
- 2:30p on Sunday, May 24
conductor
Byron Stripling