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The Unicorn’s Birthday®

October 17 @ 3:00 pm

Everyone’s invited to the unicorn’s birthday party! Meet musical penguins, monkeys, ducks, and other whimsical creatures in this interactive concert for young families and sensory-friendly audiences. Composer Bob Singleton—best known for his decade as music director of Barney & Friends—created The Unicorn’s Birthday for the Dallas Symphony, co-commissioned by orchestras across North America. A joyful introduction to the orchestra for all ages.

Not included in subscription purchase discount.  Tickets available to purchase through the UVic Ticket Centre starting Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Bob Singleton, composer

Bob Singleton is an award-winning, classically trained composer, producer, and arranger whose work spans classical, popular, and children’s music. A GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum artist, he has created music for more than 70 PBS episodes, over 60 albums, and numerous television, film, and live productions, including a sold-out run at Radio City Music Hall. 

Singleton has been commissioned by major orchestras including the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, and Savannah Philharmonic, with additional performances by ensembles such as the Nashville Symphony, Detroit Symphony, and Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. His family concerts, When Instruments Roamed the Earth! ® and The Unicorn’s Birthday ®, have been widely acclaimed. 

A leading figure in children’s music, he served as music director for Barney ®& Friends for a decade, with his work reaching audiences in over 100 countries and earning multiple awards, including GRAMMY Award nominations, four Dove Award nominations, a triple platinum album, and a platinum album. 

Singleton’s extensive career also includes composing for major brands and organizations, including Marvel Animation and Sony Entertainment, as well as producing music across a wide range of genres. He continues to create new work from his studio in East Texas. 

Details

Venue

  • Farquhar at UVic
  • University Farquhar Auditorium, Ring Road
    Victoria, BC V8P 5C2 Canada
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  • Phone 250.721.8480

Concert Credits

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