Click on the link below to download a copy of the 2012-2013 Education Brochure.
Up Beat
Nooks & Crannies Tour
Access to Music
Up Beat Pre-concert Presentations
If you’ve ever wanted to know a bit more about the music at a Grand Rapids Symphony Classical concert, then you won’t want to miss the multi-media Up Beat presentations held in the DeVos Hall Recital Hall prior to each Richard and Helen DeVos Classical Series concert. These presentations, which feature David Lockington and special guests, provide all Classical concert ticket holders to the special behind-the-scenes looks at the music being performed on the concert that evening. All Up Beat presentations are FREE to all Classical concert ticket holders. Presentations begin at 7:00 p.m. No need to make a reservation…just pop in!
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Nooks & Crannies Tour - [ages 18 and up]
“I learn something new every time. And this is the third time I’ve been on a Nooks & Crannies tour!” -Sixth Grade Teacher
Explore the mysteries of what goes into making a Grand Rapids Symphony concert come to life in these informative and fun backstage tours of DeVos Hall. Get to go places the audience is rarely able to see and sit onstage right where the orchestra sits! Great for school bands and orchestras as well as scouting troupes, youth groups and more!
Making Reservations
Tours are available for groups of 15 or more. To schedule a Nooks & Crannies Tour, contact the Grand Rapids Symphony Education Department at 616/454-9451 ext. 128.
Tours are available for groups of 15 or more. To schedule a Nooks & Crannies Tour, contact the Grand Rapids Symphony Education Department at 616/454-9451 ext. 128.
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Access to Music and Senior Access to Music
Sponsored by Amway; Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority & SMG Management
Access to Music Concerts
The Access to Music Concerts provide a unique performance FREE for members of the Greater Grand Rapids community who are not able to attend traditional concerts due to impairments or physical and financial limitations. These concerts occupy a special place in the heart of the Grand Rapids Symphony’s education programs. Come and enjoy great music in an environment that will be sure to make everyone feel welcome.
Held at the new Salvation Army Kroc Center, these concerts are in a barrier free location, with close and convenient parking for concert attendees. Additionally, plenty of volunteers are on-hand to assist concert attendees to and from their vehicles.
Space is limited! Advance reservations are required. Contact the Education Department to make a reservation at 616/454-9451, Ext. 128.
Access to Music
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Performances at 9:30 a.m. and *10:45 a.m.
Salvation Army Kroc Center
*The 10:45 a.m. performance is SOLD OUT!
Senior Access to Music (for guests 50+)
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Performance at 2:00 p.m.
Salvation Army Kroc Center
- Download an Order Form to make a reservation.
- Please add me to your mailing list for educational performances and activities.
Volunteers
Many volunteers and high school students donate their time to facilitate the concert-going experience for these special events. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Annamarie Buller at 616/454-9451 ext. 149.
