Cass Field for TOCCATA

Photo courtesy, Jen Schmidt Photography
Photo courtesy, Jen Schmidt Photography

TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony Orchestra presents an upcoming series of four concerts around Lake Tahoe and Reno, including a final show at the Truckee River Regional Park Amphitheater on Saturday, July 10 at 6 p.m. This series will provide much-anticipated family nights out in celebration of our country’s veterans, American independence, and the return of brighter times ahead.

Local soloists of the event include Robert Bousquet and his daughter Emily, whom will perform a new duet at this concert, “The Prayer” made popular by Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dione, accompanied by a full orchestra and 50-person chorus. The Bousquets reached many families online over the holidays with their touching recording of “O Holy Night,” which dominated NextDoor viewership in December and has been viewed over 3,556 times and counting.

“Performing has always been a passion of ours,” said Robert Bousquet. “But this performance in particular feels different, somehow more impactful after the last year-plus of time spent away from family and friends. This performance will be the perfect way to celebrate the return of summer and reconnect with your neighbors and friends you probably haven’t seen in a while — over music we all love.”

Other orchestral and Broadway selections will include “Bugler’s Holiday,” “America the Beautiful,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” a baton auction, as well as selections from Verdi and Puccini operas. Don’t miss one of the summers best musical events!

Four Concerts:
— Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Chateau at Incline Village, Tickets $25-40, free for guests under 24 years old.

— Saturday, July 3, 7 p.m., Bartley Ranch in Reno, VIP Tickets $40, Free seating on the grass; Upper & side gallery seating available with donation.

— Tuesday, July 6, 6 p.m. | Paradise Park South Lake Tahoe, VIP Tickets $40, Free seating on grass.

— Saturday, July 10, 6 p.m., Truckee Regional Park Amphitheater, VIP Tickets $40, Free seating on the grass.

These events were made possible thanks to donations made by New Leaders, Truckee Tahoe Airport, Truckee Lumber, Truckee Community Foundation and individual donors. Donations will be accepted at the events for free seating.

TOCCATA’s mission is to raise awareness and appreciation of classical orchestral and choral music by bringing quality, affordable performances to the greater Reno-Tahoe area, and to provide a venue for accomplished musicians to display and develop their talents. Go here for more information and to view the complete calendar of events.