PSO Sends Out the “Magic Express”

PORTLAND, Maine - In addition to playing Magic of Christmas December 14-23 in Merrill Auditorium, Portland Symphony Orchestra (PSO) musicians are spreading the “Magic of Christmas” cheer with performances at hospitals, service organizations and community centers throughout the region. All the musicians are donating their time and talents to bring Magic to as wide an audience as possible.

Friday, December 7: Mercy Hospital, Portland
Woodwind ensemble organized by Stefani Burk (oboe; Strafford, NH)

Thursday, December 13: Victoria Mansion
String trio organized by Debbie Dabczynski (cello; Harrison, ME)

Friday, December 14: Mercy Hospital, Portland
String ensemble organized by Laurie Kennedy (PSO principal viola; Carthage, ME)

Saturday, December 15: Goodall Hospital, Springvale
Woodwind ensemble headed by Julie Verrett (english horn; Milford, MA)

Sunday, December 16: Maine Mall, South Portland
String trio with Yasmin Craig Vitalius (violin; Yarmouth, ME) and Richard and Clarinda Noyes (cello and violin; Portland, ME)

Friday, December 21: Rotary Club, Portland
Brass quintet organized by John Schnell (trumpet; South Portland, ME) and John Boden (french horn; Liberty, ME)

Friday, December 21 Maine Medical Center, Portland
Ensemble tbd

Seats for most shows are still available for the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s (PSO) annual Magic of Christmas performances, showcasing Portland’s finest artistic talent, including singer Ellen Domingos of Portland, dancers from Portland Ballet, Musica de Filia Girlchoir, the all-volunteer Magic of Christmas Chorus, and director Brian P. Allen. Tickets can be ordered online at www.porttix.com, at the PortTix box office, 20 Myrtle St., Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., or by phone, 207-842-0800. Discounts are available for students, seniors and groups of 10 or more.