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Join the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra as they perform a concert in recognition of our country’s 250th year. From the familiar square dance feel of Copland’s Hoedown, to the soulful, bluesy tonalities of Still’s Afro-American Symphony, this concert explores what it means to be an American.
4:15pm pre-concert talk
5:00pm performance
Program:
Aaron Copland – “Hoe-Down” from Rodeo
Gary Powell Nash – “In Memoriam Sojourner Truth”
Jennifer Higdon – All Things Majestic
William Grant Still – Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American”
“I travel the world, and I’m happy to say that America is still the great melting pot – maybe a chunky stew rather than a melting pot at this point, but you know what I mean.” – Philip Glass, 1999 NPR interview
BSO Season Passes can be purchased until October 16th. Passes include discounted tickets to all 4 season concerts, reserved seating, and other benefits. To learn more and purchase your Season Pass, visit Click for Details
4:15pm pre-concert talk
5:00pm performance
Program:
Aaron Copland – “Hoe-Down” from Rodeo
Gary Powell Nash – “In Memoriam Sojourner Truth”
Jennifer Higdon – All Things Majestic
William Grant Still – Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American”
“I travel the world, and I’m happy to say that America is still the great melting pot – maybe a chunky stew rather than a melting pot at this point, but you know what I mean.” – Philip Glass, 1999 NPR interview
BSO Season Passes can be purchased until October 16th. Passes include discounted tickets to all 4 season concerts, reserved seating, and other benefits. To learn more and purchase your Season Pass, visit Click for Details
Date & Time
November 1, 2026
5:00pm
Location
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
114 E Kirkwood Ave
Bloomington, IN 47408
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