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A MAGNIFICENT FINALE BY THE EDGEWOOD SYMPHONY
Date : May 6 Address : Carnegie Music Hall , 400 Forbes Avenue , Oakland Contact : edgewoodsymphony . org , or 412.473.8880
Showcasing the artistry of Tina Faigen in the drama of Johannes Brahms ’ masterful “ First Piano Concerto ” and bringing you the optimism , passion and grandeur of Richard Wagner ’ s most beloved music . The ESO is proud to collaborate with international opera singer Marianne Cornetti for a magnificent finale to its 30th concert season . Visit the website for more information on purchasing tickets and other details .
FAURÉ ’ S ‘ REQUIEM ’ PERFORMANCE BY WESTMORELAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Date : April 28 Address : The Palace Theatre , 21 West Otterman Street , Greensburg Contact : westmorelandsymphony . org , or 724.837.1850
Fauré ’ s exquisite work “ Requiem ” closes out the WSO season featuring the 55-member WSO Chamber Singers , directed by Marc Tourre . Artistic Director Daniel Meyer conducts the concert that also features Bizet ’ s elegant “ Symphony in C ” and Corigliano ’ s “ Elegy .” Visit the website for more information on purchasing tickets and other details .
GREAT AMERICAN MUSIC SERIES AT WESTMORELAND MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART – ANQWENIQUE & THE ENSEMBLE
Date : May 16 Address : The Westmoreland Museum of American Art , 221 North Main Street , Greensburg Contact : thewestmoreland . org , or 724.837.1500
The new Great American Music concert series celebrates a variety of artists and styles . The setting is casual , the art is amazing , and the sounds are inspiring . Each concert will include a cash bar ( beer , wine , soft drinks and a specialty cocktail ) and a casual experience surrounded by great art . Perfect date night , or just come as you are and make new friends ! Visit the website for a schedule of events and ticket information .
MCKEESPORT AREA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION CONCERT FOR CHOIR
Date : May 8 ( Tentative – check the website .) Time : 7 p . m . Address : MASHS Auditorium , 1960 Eden Park Boulevard , McKeesport Contact : mckasd . net / mashs , or 412.664.3650
MCKEESPORT CONCERT IN THE PARK SERIES
Dates : Starts in June Time : 7 p . m . Address : Lions Band Shelter , Tulip Drive , Renziehausen Park Contact : mckeesportbands . com
Set against the leafy backdrop of beautiful Renziehausen Park , this weekly concert series promises spectacular family entertainment with a variety of musical styles and fantastic performances . As always , the programs are free to enjoy thanks to sponsors like the City of McKeesport , the McKeesport Lions Club , and RAD . So grab a lawn chair or a blanket , find a good spot under the shade trees and get ready for concerts in the park ! Visit the website for the schedule of performances .
PENN HILLS HIGH SCHOOL SPRING MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF ‘ BIG FISH ’
Dates : Starting April 20 ( Check the website for the other dates / times .) Address : Penn Hills High School Auditorium , 309 Collins Drive , Penn Hills Contact : phsd . k12 . pa . us , or 412.793.7000
PLUM HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ CONCERT
Date : May 17 ( Tentative – check the website .) Time : 7 p . m . Address : Plum High School Auditorium , 900 Elicker Road , Plum Contact : plumband . com
‘ PENNSYLVANIA 6-5000 ’ BY RIVER CITY BRASS BAND
Date : May 3 Time : 7:30 p . m . Address : Linton Middle School , 250 Aster Street , Penn Hills Contact : rivercitybrass . org
River City Brass closes its 36th season with the music of Glenn Miller and friends . Enjoy a concert that will have you dancing in your seat to favorite tunes like “ In the Mood ,” “ Little Brown Jug ,” and “ Pennsylvania 6-5000 .” Visit the website for information on tickets and other details .
WOODLAND HILLS JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF ‘ THE DROWSY CHAPERONE ’
Dates : Starting April 26 ( Check the website for the other dates / times .) Address : Woodland Hills Junior Senior High School Auditorium , 2550 Greensburg Pike , Churchill Contact : whsd . net / WoodlandHillsHS / Content2 / PerformingArts
SPRING SOCIAL for Seniors
BINGO AT LIFESPAN MON-VALLEY
Dates : Second Saturday of every month Address : Olympia Shopping Center , 4313 Walnut Street , McKeesport Contact : lifespanpa . org / Mon-Valley-Center , or 412.664.5434
Open to the public ! Pack up your bingo good-luck charms and head out for $ 1,000 Bingo and lunch ! This exciting event is open to the public and just $ 15 per person ! The fee includes lunch , a bingo package and a door prize entry . All proceeds benefit LifeSpan Mon-Valley at Olympia . ( Payout subject to change if fewer than 100 attendees .) Visit the website , or call for more information .
COMPUTER BASICS AT CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF MCKEESPORT
Dates : Call the library . Address : 1507 Library Avenue , McKeesport Contact : mckeesportlibrary . org , or 412.672.0625
Open up your world to new ways of learning and connecting with others ! The library offers computer training such as learning the basics of typing , or how to
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