Symphony Splash facts for kids
The Victoria Symphony Splash is a super exciting outdoor concert that happens every year in Victoria, British Columbia. Imagine a huge orchestra playing music right on a floating stage in the middle of Victoria's beautiful Inner Harbour! It's a free event that brings together thousands of people for an amazing show.
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Victoria Symphony Splash: A Musical Extravaganza
The Victoria Symphony Splash is an annual event. It takes place in Victoria, British Columbia, usually on the Sunday right before BC Day. This special concert is put on by the Victoria Symphony.
What Happens at the Splash?
The main part of the event is the Victoria Symphony orchestra playing live music. They perform on a big floating stage, called a barge, right in the middle of Victoria's Inner Harbour. It's a unique way to see an orchestra!
Besides the amazing music, the event also includes:
- A very large fireworks display that lights up the night sky.
- Live cannon fire during a famous piece of music called the 1812 Overture. This makes the concert even more exciting!
The concert is led by the Victoria Symphony Music Director, Tania Miller. For example, the event in 2016 was the 27th Victoria Symphony Splash.
Who Attends the Splash?
This concert is completely free to attend! Because it's free and so much fun, about 40,000 people gather to watch. They spread out around the Victoria waterfront. Many people also watch from the grounds of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings and near The Empress Hotel.
Hundreds of people also come in their own boats and kayaks. They float on the water to get a close-up view of the concert. It's a very popular event!
Why is the Splash Special?
The Victoria Symphony Splash is one of the largest annual symphony events in all of North America. It's a huge deal for classical music fans and families alike.
Each year, a talented young musician is chosen to perform as a special soloist with the orchestra. This gives young artists a chance to shine on a big stage.
