Alabama Symphony Orchestra & Opera Birmingham performers rock with the Eagles [PHOTOS]

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The Eagles 2022 Tour – BJCC Legacy Arena (Bham Now)

Last night, legendary rock band the Eagles played at The BJCC as part of their Hotel California 2022 Tour. During the concert they featured some special guests, including musicians and singers from the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Opera Birmingham and many other local artists.

According to Alabama Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Mark Patrick, “38 strings” (violin, cello, viola and bass) played at the Monday night concert. 

“Those types of concerts don’t come around very often,” said Patrick. “The Trans-Siberian Orchestra or something like that happens occasionally, but to have the opportunity to play with a legendary group like The Eagles—that’s such a high caliber of musicians. It’s pretty special.” 

Also accompanying The Eagles were a number of Opera Birmingham performers.

“I was excited that Opera Birmingham was asked to provide a chorus for the concert. We had a great time singing with the band – it’s not every day you get to be part of a huge arena concert!” added Keith A. Wolfe-Hughes, Opera Birmingham’s General Director

Eagles Photo Galleries

Below are photos posted on social media by Opera Birmingham. Bham Now also captured scenes from the sold-out concert.  

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Pat Byington
Pat Byington

Longtime conservationist. Former Executive Director at the Alabama Environmental Council and Wild South. Publisher of the Bama Environmental News for more than 18 years. Career highlights include playing an active role in the creation of Alabama's Forever Wild program, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Dugger Mountain Wilderness, preservation of special places throughout the East through the Wilderness Society and the strengthening (making more stringent) the state of Alabama's cancer risk and mercury standards.

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