You don’t have to go to a galaxy far, far away to enjoy a free movie music concert at MVP Arena. The Innovation Partnership leaders, Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy and MVP Health Care President and CEO Chris Del Vecchio today announced a free concert on October 9 at 3pm at the county-owned facility. The Albany Symphony and the Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) will perform selections from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean and more. 

 “We are thrilled to be able to offer people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy a free concert with talented individuals from both the Albany Symphony and ESYO at our premier entertainment venue,” said Albany County Executive McCoy. “It’s also a chance for musicians of all abilities to bring their instruments to the concert and be able to play on stage with the Albany Symphony and Empire State Youth Orchestra. The Innovation Partnership was formed to provide greater access for all community members to programs and services that could improve their health and wellbeing.”

Members of the public do have to register in advance to join the on-stage Play-In with their instruments by going to https://albanysymphony.com/upcomingconcerts/movie-play-in to learn more and sign up.
 
“MVP Health Care is passionate about leveraging the power of collaboration and innovation to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. We understand that simply surviving isn't enough. We must join together to build communities that support individuals in thriving physically, mentally, and spiritually,” emphasized Chris Del Vecchio, President and CEO of MVP Health Care. “To bring this vision to life, we are dedicated to forging impactful regional community coalitions that share our commitment to supporting whole-person health and well-being. Our partnership with Albany County exemplifies this commitment, and we take great pride in joining forces with the county in celebration of the extraordinary musical talent showcased by The Albany Symphony and the Empire State Youth Orchestra. This free concert will captivate people of all ages, serving as a gateway to celebrate the vibrancy and richness of our community.”

“The Albany Symphony and I are so excited to present this thrilling concert of classic movie scores, sitting side-by-side with our brilliant young colleagues from the Empire State Youth Orchestra. Our deepest thanks to Albany County, County Executive Dan McCoy, and MVP Health Care for their extraordinary commitment to the vitality of the whole community. We look forward to playing great works by John WIlliams and many others in the amazing MVP Arena, including works from Studio Ghibli, Disney, and video game music.  We'll also be welcoming EVERYONE to join as Play-In musicians for one of the most iconic pieces in film music history,” said David Alan Miller, Music Director, Albany Symphony.

“For our brilliant young musicians, the opportunity to perform side-by-side with the Albany Symphony professional musicians is extraordinary. They love these film scores and are enthusiastic about the upcoming concert,” Etienne Abelin, Music Director, Empire State Youth Orchestra.

For more concert information: https://albanysymphony.com/upcomingconcerts/movie-concert
To sign up for the Play-In: https://albanysymphony.com/upcomingconcerts/movie-play-in