Tough Turkey In The Big City: A Feathered Tale
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Orchestra Miami kicks off their 2023/24 Family Fun Concert Series on Sunday, November 12 at Pinecrest Gardens with Tough Turkey in the Big City: A Feathered Tale, an upbeat, brassy Thanksgiving odyssey featuring music by Bruce Adolphe and story by Louise Gikow. Tough Turkey will be performed by Orchestra Miami soloists with narration by Joanna Kaye.
Tailored for children of all ages, this imaginative piece chronicles the comic misadventures of Tom Turkey, a farm turkey trying out his luck in the big city. Among his exploits are close encounters with a formidable chef, escapades at the "Turkey Club," a fleeting romance with a pigeon, and some fun mishaps during the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Tom's character is brought to life by the rich tones of the bass trombone and his barnyard companions by the violin and clarinet. The music of the farm resonates with a swinging barnyard counterpoint while the music of the city evokes the smoky jazz vibes of film noir. There's also some spirited marches during the parade scene and latin rhythms at the Turkey Club. An enchanting, hour-long performance that's not to be missed!
Orchestra Miami's Family Fun Concert Series introduces children to the performing arts through symphonic music, dance, chamber music, Mariachi, opera and more! Each concert lasts approximately one hour with juice and cookies served after all the performances.