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A Golden Celebration | Germantown Symphony Orchestra

The Germantown Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is closing its 50th anniversary season with "A Golden Celebration" concert.

GSO Music Director and Conductor Dr. Ronald Vernon joined Kacky Walton to talk about a special program of meaningful pieces, including the world premiere of a commissioned work by Memphis composer Robert G. Patterson, and the return of alumni of the orchestra who will join in a performance of Jean Sibelius' "Finlandia."

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Germantown Performing Arts Center (1801 Exeter Road)
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