September 7 / Picnic at the Pops! Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown — Modesto Symphony Orchestra

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September 7 / Picnic at the Pops! Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown

Picnic at the Pops! Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown

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Tickets

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Grounds Open: 5:00 pm
Concert Starts: 7:30 pm

GALLO grounds
600 Yosemite Boulevard, Modesto, CA 95354

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About this Performance

Ryan Murray, conductor
Chester Gregory, guest artist
Crystal Monee Hall, guest artist
Terron Brooks, guest artist

Experience a full-evening symphonic tribute to the magic of Motown! This program features smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Program to include new orchestral arrangements of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Dancing In The Street,” “My Girl,” “Superstition” and more. Audiences will be transformed by the powerful music of the Motown era and dance the night away at the GALLO grounds!

⏲: ~135 minutes
(includes 20 min. intermission)


PLAN YOUR PICNIC-PERFECT EVENING!

Pack your picnic baskets, lay out your blankets, and soak in the enchanting ambiance of the beautiful GALLO grounds. Whether you’re a seasoned Picnic veteran or you’re going to be enjoying Picnic for the first time, head over to our Picnic FAQ page to learn more about what to pack, where to park, and more!


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