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SUMMARY:Platypus Theatre – Bach to the Future
DESCRIPTION:“A school project about classical music?!” wails Corky\, “What do I know about classical music?” Uncle Siegfried to the rescue! But when Corky accidentally combines the ingredients of a magical musical spell her uncle is working on\, she finds herself on an adventure with some of the world’s most fascinating composers – Bach\, Mozart\, Beethoven\, Dvořák\, Shostakovich! Join Corky as she attempts to recreate the musical formula that will bring a happy ending to a time travel experiment gone awry. \nNot included in subscription purchase discount.  Tickets available to purchase through the UVic Ticket Centre. \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO \nConcert duration: Approx. 60 minutes without intermission
URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/platypus-theatre-bach-to-the-future/
LOCATION:Farquhar at UVic\, University Farquhar Auditorium\, Ring Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids at the Farquhar
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SUMMARY:What Do YOU Play?
DESCRIPTION:Some people play soccer\, others play video games. For many of us\, what we love to play is our musical instruments! Known for his fun and engaging kids concerts\, conductor and host Vern Griffiths will lead us on an exploration of different musical instruments\, including some that you don’t often find in a symphony. What do YOU play? \nNot included in subscription purchase discount.  Tickets available to purchase through the UVic Ticket Centre starting Tuesday\, July 22\, 2025.
URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/what-do-you-play/
LOCATION:Farquhar at UVic\, University Farquhar Auditorium\, Ring Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids at the Farquhar
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SUMMARY:The Spirit Horse Returns
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit Horse Returns is a captivating concert for all ages that blends traditional North American Indigenous teachings\, stunning visual art\, and a rich orchestral score to tell powerful stories and legends of the Ojibwe Horses. A collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous co-creators\, it takes audiences on a journey through time\, exploring the history of the Ojibwe horses as helpers and spirit guides for First Nations and Métis people\, and how they were affected by the arrival of settlers\, the Gold Rush\, and Pony Express. The show has an inspired and uplifting message\, as groups come together to rescue the last of the Ojibwe horses\, giving them new life and hope. \nParental guidance notice: the concert involves mention of the death of horses and residential schools and may bring up emotions. \nComplimentary Tickets for Indigenous peoples: Complimentary tickets are available for all people self-identifying as Indigenous. To redeem the offer\, individuals must call or visit the UVic Ticket Centre at 250.721.8480. The Ticket Centre is open Monday to Friday\, 9:30am – 4:00pm\, and one hour prior to the concert. \nNot included in subscription purchase discount. \nJoin us at 2:00 pm in the lobby for our Instrument Petting Zoo! The Instrument Petting Zoo gives children of all ages the opportunity to try a musical instrument. It’s a relaxing and fun way to spark a child’s interest in music and gives them a firsthand try at many different instruments. \n\nKids at the Farquhar Series underwritten by JAYMAC
URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/the-spirit-horse-returns/
LOCATION:Farquhar at UVic\, University Farquhar Auditorium\, Ring Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids at the Farquhar
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SUMMARY:Platypus Theatre's Charlotte and the Music-Maker
DESCRIPTION:Lost in a blizzard\, Charlotte finds herself whisked on a journey through the Magical Monarchy of Musical Magnificence\, exploring the sounds and colours of the orchestra and leading her to an unexpected discovery\, not only about music\, but about herself. The concert features enchanting illustrations by Graham Ross and a stunning original score by Alain Trudel\, with selections from Handel\, Grieg\, and upbeat arrangements of well-known popular tunes. \nCommissioned by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra \n \n  \n  \nJoin us at 2:00 pm in the lobby for our Instrument Petting Zoo! The Instrument Petting Zoo gives children of all ages the opportunity to try a musical instrument. It’s a relaxing and fun way to spark a child’s interest in music and gives them a firsthand try at many different instruments. \nConcert runtime: 60 minutes \n\nKids at the Farquhar Series underwritten by JAYMAC
URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/platypus-theatres-charlotte-and-the-music-maker/
LOCATION:Farquhar at UVic\, University Farquhar Auditorium\, Ring Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids at the Farquhar
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SUMMARY:Classical Kids LIVE! Saint-Georges' Sword & Bow
DESCRIPTION:Superb swordsman! Violin virtuoso! Coruscating kaleidoscopic composer! The one and only Joseph Bologne\, le Chevalier de Saint-Georges! A new Classical Kids LIVE! concert that is sure to delight\, excite\, and inspire you to dream big. Hoping to become the next great pop sensation\, a young girl discovers her music teacher was the biggest star in 18th-century France. In this time-bending musical adventure\, Giselle learns about life’s triumphs and tragedies from the most accomplished man in Europe\, the Chevalier Saint-Georges. A captivating story of passion\, dreams\, legacy\, and hope. \nJoin us at 2:00 pm in the lobby for our Instrument Petting Zoo! The Instrument Petting Zoo gives children of all ages the opportunity to try a musical instrument. It’s a relaxing and fun way to spark a child’s interest in music and gives them a firsthand try at many different instruments. \n\nKids at the Farquhar Series underwritten by JAYMAC
URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/classical-kids-live-saint-georges-sword-and-bow/
LOCATION:Farquhar at UVic\, University Farquhar Auditorium\, Ring Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
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