Panhandle Symphony Orchestra Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary with All-American Spring Concert

The Panhandle Symphony Orchestra (PSO) invites the community to an unforgettable evening of beloved American music on Tuesday, May 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at Lake City High School Auditorium in Coeur d’Alene. Admission is FREE, and all are welcome to attend.
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States, PSO proudly presents a special all-American program featuring a diverse range of works that highlight the richness and breadth of American musical expression.

The concert includes:
• Variations on a Shaker Melody from Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland

• A lively Duke Ellington medley and the classic St. Louis Blues

• American Portrait No. 1, inspired by the artwork of Norman Rockwell

• American Folk Rhapsody by Claire Grundman

• Blue Tango by Leroy Anderson

• A Patriotic performance of God Bless America

Adding a fun and unexpected twist to the program, the orchestra will also perform a medley of themes from Pirates of the Caribbean. While cinematic in origin, the piece offers a playful nod to the pirate culture of the Caribbean, which some historians view as an early, if short-lived, experiment in democratic governance and individual liberty—ideas that would later shape the foundations of American society, even influencing figures such as Alexander Hamilton.

The Panhandle Symphony Orchestra is a volunteer community orchestra serving the North Idaho region. Comprised of musicians of all ages and backgrounds, PSO is dedicated to bringing accessible, high-quality orchestral music to the community while fostering connection through a shared love of music.
This special spring concert promises to be a memorable celebration of music and American heritage for the whole family. Admission is free.

For more information:
Panhandle Symphony Orchestra
psoinccda@gmail.com
https://www.panhandlesymphonyorchestra.org/