Alton concert aims to warm hearts and souls
Vicki Bennington For The Telegraph
Feb. 16, 2021
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ALTON Alton Symphony Orchestra continues its virtual concert series, this time while also highlighting the latest Marie Stillwell Young Artists’ Competition first place-winner, Isabella Saldaña.
Maestro Wm. Shane Williams has kept the 76th season of the symphony on track with concerts that people can enjoy from the comfort and safety of their own home. Williams has created new concerts using pre-recorded selections from past performances.
The next one in the season’s offerings, “The Warmth of Music” will be available on the orchestra’s website, https://www.altonsymphonyorchestra.org/, on Sunday, Feb. 21.
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The Razorback Spirit Squads will host the team’s annual Junior Spirit Day on Saturday, February 13th from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. The virtual event will offer interaction between current squad members and participants. The Spirit Squads will teach several well known Razorback traditions including the fight song, William Tell Overture and the formal Hog Call used by the squads during a game day.
Children ages Pre-K through 8th grade are invited to join in on the fun from the comfort of their homes and encouraged to wear their favorite Razorback gear. The cost to register is $25 with current Kid Spirit program members receiving free registration.
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