Orchestra Kentucky, under the direction of Maestro Jeffrey Reed, announces an exciting 2010 – 2011 concert season.  Both subscription series are on sale now and all concerts will be performed at the newly renovated Van Meter Hall.  Purchasing a Variety in Programming (VIP) Series subscription saves money – 6 concerts for the price of 5.  Subscribing to the Retro Series saves 10% on regular single ticket purchases.  Take another 10% off when subscribing to both series.  A stellar season – Larnelle Harris, Sandi Patty, Louisville Ballet’s Nutcracker and more – at the new Van Meter Hall.

“We’ve worked closely with WKU to provide easy access to Van Meter.  We’ll have two shuttles, valet parking and elevator service so people will not have to climb the stairs,” commented Maestro Reed.

To get the best seats, call for subscription information 270-846-2426, visit online at www.OrchestraKentucky.com or stop by the office at 1046 Elm Street (behind the Brickyard Café).  Subscription deadline is March 15th.  

VIP Series:

• The Planets | Monday, September 13, 2010 Sponsored by Colonel Robert & Cora Jane Spiller, Co-sponsored by U.S. Bank and First Choice Home Medical – Orchestra Kentucky presents Gustav Holst’s celestial, sonic explosion, The Planets, accompanied by synchronized animation and planetary photos from NASA’s Hubble telescope.
• You Be the Judge! | Monday, October 25, 2010 Sponsored by Baker Arboretum | Co-sponsored by English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP – Beethoven or Mozart? Sousa or Strauss? You be the judge! Orchestra Kentucky presents the candidates; but the audience votes at the concert on which music is performed. Don’t miss this “democratic” evening of great music!
• Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker | Monday, November 29, 2010 Sponsored by Rogers-Tomblinson Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors – The Louisville Ballet joins Orchestra Kentucky in a performance of selections from the ballet’s NEW Brown-Forman Nutcracker, featuring new choreography by Val Caniparoli and new costumes by Peter Cazalet. The World Premiere was on December 5, 2009, in Louisville, Kentucky at the Kentucky Center. Featured will be students from Dance Arts, Dance Images, and Starz Elite.
• Fiddle Faddle!: The Music of Leroy Anderson Monday, January 10, 2011 Sponsored by Dr. Robert & Pat Goodwin | Co-sponsored by Graves-Gilbert Clinic Sleigh Ride, Blue Tango, Bugler’s Holiday, Fiddle-Faddle, The Typewriter, A Trumpeter’s Lullaby, – The Syncopated Clock—these are the hits of American composer Leroy Anderson, played by your very own Orchestra Kentucky.
• Music from the New World with Larnelle Harris Monday, February 28, 2011 Sponsored by Dr. & Mrs. David Livingston | Co-sponsored by Steve Hudson, Inc Orchestra Kentucky performs music from the new world. The evening begins with Dvorak’s powerful New World Symphony and concludes with spirituals and best-loved songs of faith, sung by Gospel Hall of Famer Larnelle Harris and the Orchestra Kentucky Chorale.
• Sandi Patty: On Broadway | Monday, April 18, 2011 Sponsored by Ervin G. Houchens Foundation Co-sponsored by Linda & Don Vitale, First Choice Home Medical and Mary & Norris Thomas Sandi Patty returns to join Orchestra Kentucky in a program of hits from the great white way!

Retro Series:

• The ‘70s Show | August 6 + 7, 2010 Sponsored by Overhead Door Company of Bowling Green Co-sponsored by Betty & Ronnie Moore, Steve Hudson, Inc. and Sun Suites Salon & Spa – Remember Pet Rocks and leisure suits? After a five-year hiatus, Orchestra Kentucky brings back the music of the ‘70s. Featuring the Rewinders in a revue of the music of Seals and Croft, Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, Roberta Flack, Carly Simon and more.
• Rock ‘n Roll Heaven | November 5+ 6, 2010 Sponsored by Franklin Bank & Trust and Claudia & Steve Downey, Co-sponsored by Steve Hudson, Inc. and Sun Suites Salon & Spa – Orchestra Kentucky’s salute to those rock ‘n rollers who left us in the prime of life. Featuring the Rewinders and a special Michael Jackson tribute.
• Christmas Madness | December 17 + 18, 2010 Sponsored by Vickie & Dan Renshaw, Co-sponsored by First Choice Home Medical – The sounds of a retro Christmas return to the stage. Featuring the music of Bing Crosby, Bruce Springsteen, The Carpenters, and other yuletide yodelers!
• Endless Love | February 11 + 12, 2011 Sponsored by Brian Schuette, Attorney at Law – Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and a concert, featuring the greatest love songs of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Dinner not included.