The Alabama Symphony Orchestra returns this Saturday for its final concert of the 2007 Longleaf Series with everyone’s favorite – cannons! Along with Copeland’s Outdoor Overture and Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite, we will hear John Williams’ The Cowboys Overture and Bizet’s Carmen Suite. Capping off the evening, the always spectacular cannons of the southeast join the symphony in an extraordinarily explosive performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture.

To truly appreciate this performance, come early and learn about the operation of cannon from the cannoneers. Afterwards, you will be amazed at their skill and precision during the finale. Our artillery will be fired exactly as it was during the original performance more than 140 years ago, without electronics of any type!

Before & After
Music at McClellan is more than just the fine music of the ASO, it is laughter and entertainment in the park both before and after. This week Ron & Joel Anglin return one last time to wow audiences with their juggling skills; Jim Marsh returns to bring his touch of bluegrass as wandering minstrel; the HodgePodge Orchestra will be playing their mix of jazz and new age music and mimes will be directing traffic.

Other McClellan Events
Fill up your Friday evening with Movies at McClellan. The JPA and Buckner Center sponsor this popular event of free movies on the big screen at the Fort McClellan parade grounds. Bring your chairs or blanket and stretch out for fun with the whole family. This week’s movie will be the Speilberg classic Raising Arizona. Movies begin at dark (around 8 p.m.).

Stop by McClellan on Saturday morning for the Buckner Farmers and Crafts Market. You’ll find fresh produce, locally made arts & crafts, and treats for your tastebuds from Wright Dairy. Don’t forget brunch at Terra Café from 10 to 2 every Saturday.

Save on Tickets
Advance tickets are available for $20 now through Friday at any of the following locations: Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce, Golden Springs Pharmacy, McClellan JPA Headquarters, and JSU’s Theron Montgomery Building Bookstore. Buy a packet of 4 Anytime Tickets for the price of 3; that’s 4 tickets for $60 – advance purchases only. Tickets are also available online or by phone at (256) 310-0852. Don’t worry if you can’t plan ahead. Tickets are always available at the box office until showtime.

Contribute to Music at McClellan
Can’t get enough of Music at McClellan? Become a sponsor. We’ll add your corporate logo to our sponsor page and we’ll add you to the VIP guest list. Most of all, you’ll know that you have supported the arts and the music at McClellan. Contact Pete Conroy at (256) 782-8010 if you would like to become a sponsor.