Coming this summer to libraries in the Chemung, Steuben, Schuyler, and Tioga counties is the “Stories With Music” concert series. The series is sponsored by the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes (OSFL), which brings classical music to venues all across the Southern Tier of New York.
Stories With Music is geared specifically towards young children and encourages all to learn and appreciate the arts. All events and performances are free and an enjoyable experience for all ages.
Since 1995, the OSFL has captivated audiences with its captivating performances and community engagement. Composed of talent from all over the Southern Tier, the OSFL was created with the merger of two orchestras: the Corning Philharmonic Society and the Elmira Symphony and Choral Society. For almost 30 years, the OSFL has devoted itself to working with young people, creating and maintaining family-friendly programs in schools, libraries, youth competitions, and their Youth Orchestra.
Formed in 2018, Stories With Music truly started from the bottom. The original series was performed at only one library. In the beginning, OSFL presented one group of chamber musicians, who only performed one concert. Over the last six years, the concert series gained innumerable popularity and a steady following. This year, the lineup consists of over 3 different chamber groups, 30 performances, and 15 libraries in four different counties. Residents of the Chemung, Steuben, Schuyler, and Tioga counties can now enjoy the family-friendly experience that is Stories With Music.
During the series, Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes musicians present classic children’s stories to music, providing the audience with an immersive and captivating experience. Each performance has a live read-aloud of iconic storybooks, including Little Red Riding Hood, The Adventures of Pinocchio, and more.
Listed below are the groups and stories performed live at Stories With Music. See if Stories With Music is heading to your local library by visiting this link. For live updates, visit the OSFL’s Facebook page.
The Adventures of Pinocchio, narrated and performed by the Brass Quintet
– Larry Burroughs, trumpet
– Lindsey Burroughs, trumpet
– Claire Tuxill McKenney, horn
– Duane Smith, trombone
– Adam Peck/Keith Alcius, tuba
Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths, and Legends narrated and performed by the String Duo
– Rosanna Moore, harp
– Shade Zajac, cello
Three Billy Goats Gruff and Little Red Riding Hood, narrated and performed by Storied Winds
– Lesley McClelland, oboe
– David Resig, bassoon
– Claire Tuxill McKenney, horn
Below are the dates that have already been announced. Make sure to check this link, as new shows are added daily.
Wind Trio
7/3 at 2:00 PM Horseheads
7/5 at 10:30 AM Dormann (Bath)
7/31 at 1:00 PM Waverly
8/15 at 3 PM Big Flats
Brass
7/26 at 10:30 AM Dormann (Bath)
7/30 at 1 PM Waverly City Hall
8/1 at 1 PM SE Steuben County (Corning)
String Duo
7/25 at 3 PM Big Flats
7/25 at 6 PM Steele Memorial (Elmira)
7/26 at 11 AM Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial (Hammondsport)
8/2 at 10:30 AM Dormann (Bath)
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