5 surprising things you need to know about the Alabama Symphony Orchestra—savings inside

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The Alabama Symphony Orchestra (ASO) has kicked off an amazing season of music with concerts for everyone. Come enjoy the wonderful music and meet the incredible musicians playing the instruments. From how to get free concert tickets to what to wear when you attend a show, read on for everything you need to know before you go.

1. Everyone is welcome at the Alabama Symphony Orchestra

Did you know the ASO is the only full-time professional orchestra in Alabama? Serving over 30 different counties, the ASO busses in students from all over the state to participate in educational programs and more.

Check out ASO’s website today to learn more about wonderful performances by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.

2. Free tickets are available at Birmingham local libraries

Most ticket prices start at $10 each and discounts are available.

BONUS: Free tickets can even be checked out of local libraries in Birmingham just like books!

Make sure to call ahead before heading to a library to see how many tickets are still available for a specific show. Check out ASO tickets from these participating libraries in Birmingham:

• Bessemer Public Library | 4 tickets
• Birmingham Public Library | 25 tickets
• Gardendale Public Library | 4 tickets
• Homewood Public Library | 10 tickets
• Hoover Public Library | 12 tickets
• Irondale Public Library | 4 tickets
• North Shelby Library | 4 tickets
• O’Neal Public Library | 10 tickets
• Vestavia Library | 10 tickets

Check out special discounts offered at alsymphony.org/discounts.

3. What to wear to an Alabama Symphony Orchestra performance

When you picture attending the orchestra, you may envision guests dressed in black-tie. Guess what—there is no dress code when you attend an ASO performance! Their events are all about making people feel welcome and connected, so wear whatever makes you feel your best, whether jeans or a suit.

4. The Alabama Symphony Orchestra is composed of musicians with a community mission

There’s more to the ASO than what you see during one of their beautiful concerts. Behind the curtain is a caring staff of musicians with a community mission to fulfill in the community. Members of ASO invest an immense amount of time and resources in educational concerts, in-school tutorials and classroom demonstrations because of the positive impact music has on education.

Inspire is an ASO program where small groups of musicians visit schools and provide in-person opportunities for kids to try instruments and meet musical talent. Along with visiting schools, ASO musicians also regularly perform in local hospitals for patients, families and staff through a program called Music Meets Medicine.

5. See unique fall concerts with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in Birmingham

From classic hits to today’s top songs, the ASO offers music for everyone. Make sure you get your tickets and enjoy the full-time professional orchestra here in Birmingham. Tickets to shows on sale now include:

• Masterworks Series—highlighting an abundance of guest artists
• The SuperPOPS! Series— featuring your favorite movies and iconic bands
• Brewery Series—play music in the breweries
• Rock Concerts

What are you waiting for? Get ready to plan your night of fun music now.

Check out ASO’s website today to learn more about wonderful performances by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.

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