August 30, 2021 – The Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra (MDSO) returns to the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater for its Labor Day Pops Concert on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021. The concert will begin at 6 pm with doors opening at 5 pm. Tickets for the show are $5 for the lawn and $10 for the seated area.
The Labor Day Pops Concert officially opens the 2021-22 Performance Season for the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra. The event will feature an exciting afternoon with stops at the movies, the theatre stage and a tribute to our Nation’s Armed Forces.
The evening will include performances of John Williams’ “Olympic Fanfare and Theme,” “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” Symphonic Suite, Ted Ricketts’ film score from “Pirates of the Caribbean” and Calvin Custer’s arrangement of “The Phantom of the Opera” Overture.
Under the direction of Dr. William McClain, the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra is an ensemble comprised of faculty, hired professionals and is open to students who successfully audition for the Millikin University School of Music. Membership in the MDSO places a high demand on students who gain hands-on experience by playing side-by-side with faculty and other professionals in a nurturing environment.
“Music can bring us all together and continues to serve as an important and relevant factor in our lives,” McClain said. “Whether you enjoy the full power of the modern orchestra sound or the light sweetness of impressionist resonance, there is an MDSO for everyone. Join us for the 2021-22 season as we stand poised for the future and the continuation of a long tradition of excellence, artistry, and contributions to the cultural life and vibrancy of Decatur [Ill.].”
