Michael Brown protesters delay symphony performance

Saturday’s St. Louis Symphony performance was briefly interrupted by Michael Brown protestors. After intermission and before the symphony played “A German Requiem” in its all-Brahms concert, protestors scattered throughout the audience sang “Justice for us all.” Protestors unfurled three banners from the balcony of Powell Hall, and chanted “black lives matter” before leaving. Protesters interrupt… Continue reading Michael Brown protesters delay symphony performance

St. Louis Symphony talks (and plays) like pirates

Sept. 19 is Talk Like a Pirate Day, and the St. Louis Symphony is celebrating. Powell Hall, the symphony’s home, was established as the St. Louis Theater — a movie theater. In a call to those days, the symphony is providing the soundtrack to a few movies as the films play on the big screen. The… Continue reading St. Louis Symphony talks (and plays) like pirates