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A Golden Celebration | Germantown Symphony Orchestra

The Germantown Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is closing its 50th anniversary season with a "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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