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WSO's Rock Royalty Candlelight Quartet at Five Points Arts Center
Countdown to an absolutely MAGICAL evening...Saturday Nov 7th
The Waterbury Symphony, in collaboration with Five Points Arts Center is thrilled to present it’s beloved ROCK ROYALTY Candlelight Quartet to Northwest Connecticut. This concert sold out last season in Newtown!
This intimate evening will showcase WSO’s professional string quartet, led by WSO’s Concertmaster Alyce Cognetta Bertz. Audiences will be treated to a night of timeless classics and glowing ambiance as the quartet performs the music of Fleetwood Mac, Eagles, and Queen as never heard before. Surrounded by the gentle flicker of thousands of candles, guests will be immersed in an atmosphere that is elegant, moody, and magical—where the richness of strings meets the unmistakable soul of rock ’n’ roll. Perfect for a late fall evening, the concert offers an experience that is both emotionally resonant and visually striking.
The program features a sweeping candlelit journey through legendary songs, arranged for strings, including:
Fleetwood Mac — Landslide • Rhiannon • The Chain • Songbird
Eagles — Desperado • Take It Easy • Hotel California • Lyin’ Eyes
Queen — Crazy Little Thing Called Love • Another One Bites the Dust • We Will Rock You • Bohemian Rhapsody
“In a world that moves fast, music like this invites us to slow down, connect, reminisce, and feel,” said WSO Executive Director Doug Donato. “The candlelit ambiance and stunning string arrangements create an unforgettable experience.”
5:30pm Complimentary Pre-Concert Reception by Five Points Arts Center
5:45pm Optional 20 min Five Points Arts Center Tour with Founder & Visionary, Judy McElhone
6:15pm Theater Doors Open. General Seating
7:00pm Concert Begins
CALENDAR LISTING:
• Saturday, Nov 5th, 7:00 pm
• WSO’s Candlelight String Quartet: Music of Fleetwood Mac, Eagles & Queen
• Location: Five Points Art Center, 855 University Drive, Torrington, CT
• 5:30pm: Pre-Concert Reception compliments of Five Points Arts Center
• 5:45pm Optional 20 min Five Points Arts Center Tour with Founder & Visionary, Judy McElhone
• Theatre Doors Open: 6:15 p.m.
• Free accessible parking on site
• Tickets: $40 [plus standard booking fees] For tickets online, visit: waterburysymphony.org
• For ticketing by phone: 203-346-2000 [WSO/Palace Box Office]
• For More Information: Waterbury Symphony Admin Office: 203-574-4283
About the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
Creating music since 1938, the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra’s core belief is that music, music education, and shared cultural experiences are essential for humanity. Artistically led by Music Director Leif Bjaland, now in his 32nd year with the Symphony, WSO draws more than one hundred professional musicians from across New England and serves communities throughout Connecticut through performances, partnerships, and award-winning education programs.
About the Five Points Arts Center
The Arts Center is a transformative multi-year project that continues to grow and further the positive impact of the arts in the region and beyond.
In June of 2020, after nearly two years of negotiation, Five Points finalized the purchase of the former University of Connecticut Torrington Regional campus. Located 4 miles from downtown Torrington and two hours from New York and Boston, the property includes a 30,000 square foot building and 90 acres of land.
When the campus opportunity came to Five Points Arts’ attention in 2018 – Judith McElhone acted. “This came out of left field, and yet it was clearly a perfect pathway to giving artists and community members the equipment, facilities and support needed to grow their art.” Envisioned as a dynamic fulcrum for cutting edge exploration and community driven activity, Five Points Arts has transformed the property into a world-class Arts Center the likes of which have not been seen before in Northwest Connecticut.
Five Points has significantly contributed to the revitalization of Torrington through the establishment of the Five Points Gallery now recognized as a premier art venue in Connecticut. Art enthusiasts are drawn to the region from all over the United States and nine countries.
Supporting arts, culture and tourism is a cornerstone of Northwest Connecticut’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. The Arts Center continues to attract young people to the region, create jobs, and strengthen Northwest Connecticut’s identity as a center for artistic innovation.
