Smilin’ Isles

Sail away to Bonnie Scotland and the Emerald Isle on March 2 with Denver Philharmonic’s Smilin’ Isles.

Felix Mendelssohn draws from traditional folk music to paint stormy, untamed landscapes dotted with overgrown castle ruins in his “Scottish” Symphony. Colorado uilleann piper Dirk Mewes joins DPO for The Brendan Voyage by living Irish composer Shaun Davey. This groundbreaking symphony takes you across the high seas tracing the incredible journey of St. Brendan’s epic 6th-century voyage across the Atlantic in a leather boat. If you’re asking what the fugue are uilleann pipes?, they’re basically the rare Irish version of bagpipes.

Come early for pre-show fun! (Learn more below!)

[Single ticket pricing: Adults: $25 • Senior (65+): $17 • Student: $12 • 12 and under FREE]

More info: https://denverphilharmonic.org/upcoming-concert-march-2-2018/

MORE THAN MUSIC:

🍽UClub Pre-Concert Dinner Date, seating 5:00–6:45pm

For just $30 per person, enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, a glass of wine and coffee or hot tea at the University Club — directly across the street from the hall. Full bar is available for purchase and the staff will have you out the door before the concert at 7:30p. No tipping allowed, casual dress is okay. Call the uClub at 303.861.4267 or email [email protected] to make a reservation.

💬Pre-concert Chat, starting at 6:30pm

Join us for a free, informal pre-concert chat about the music you’ll be hearing. What should you listen for? What is the music’s historic and cultural context? Associate Conductor Hisham Bravo Groover will give you insights into the music and music-makers you’ll be listening to.

☘️Highland Dancing, pre-concert

The multi-talented Chalet Dancers who will perform colorful military and broadsword Scottish dances for your enjoyment.

🥃Whisk(e)y Tasting, pre-concert

What’s the difference between whisky, whiskey and bourbon? Learn more about the water of life with Proof Wine & Spirits. Try tasters of Scotch whisky, Irish whiskey and a local Colorado bourbon! Slainte! 21+

⛳️Mini-Golf Tournament, pre-concert

Did you know Scottish shepherds invented golf by knocking rocks into holes? Test your putting skills in our mini-golf tournament. Kids’ More Than Music made possible by Marketo.

🍷🍻Wine and Craft Beer, starting at 6:15pm

Clink a glass of wine, or Oktave Oktoberfest-style beer, the official DPO craft beer from Ursula Brewery! Sorry kids, this More than Music event is 21+ only. $5.

☕️Complimentary Coffee, starting at 6:15pm

Our friends at Purple Door Coffee will be brewing java for you to enjoy.

👍#DPOTweets, during the concert

During the concert, we live-tweet photos, facts and tidbits about the music you’re listening to. Follow along, share and interact with us and other concert-goers on Twitter. @denverphilorch

🧀Reception, post-concert

Say hello! Join us in the lobby after the concert for refreshments, meet the musicians, buy a t-shirt — and have fun!