Go behind the scenes at the Pikes Peak Center, home of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic since 1982! Learn what makes the PPC the most acoustically perfect concert hall in the western United States, and learn more about the Philharmonic’s 89-year history in Colorado Springs.
BONUS: Arrive by 7:15 p.m. to get a sneak peek at Philharmonic musicians rehearsing the 10th symphony of Dmitri Shostakovich — rumored to be one of the major inspirations for John Williams’ beloved Star Wars score.
DIRECTIONS: Tour departs from the rear entrance of the Pikes Peak Center off Sahwatch St. in downtown Colorado Springs. (Just Google the main entrance at 190 S. Cascade Ave., then walk one block west. Rear entrance is left around the corner.) Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and feel free to bring cameras. Tour lasts approximately 30 minutes, exclusive of pre-tour musician sneak peek.
Event is free, but you must signup as an attendee and check to add this event to you sched in order to attend. Space is limited.
