The Carmel Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will accompany Classical Mystery Tour, a critically acclaimed troupe of musicians, set to perform an extraordinary Beatles musical tribute at 7 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 5 in The Centerpiece – Coxhall Gardens’ stately, outdoor, terraced amphitheater, located at 11677 Towne Road, Carmel.
It was 57 years ago today – Sept. 3, 1964 – the four young Brits who had taken the world by storm appeared in Indianapolis for two performances at the Indiana State Fair: An afternoon show at the Coliseum, and an evening concert in front of the Grandstand. Beatlemania was on full display in the Hoosier state.
Fast-forward to this Sunday, the special, one-concert only appearance, title sponsored by the City of Carmel, marks the first time the highly respected orchestra, led by CSO Artistic Director Janna Hymes, has performed in The Centerpiece.
Classical Mystery Tour is comprised of four accomplished musicians that artistically pay the highest tribute to the Fab Four through their musical stylings and spot-on delivery of not only the iconic band’s sound, but their larger-than-life, onstage personas. Their performance includes wardrobe changes that represent the Lads from Liverpool’s musical stages through time.
The group is hailed by Broadway World as “the world’s best Beatles show with symphony orchestra,” while The Los Angeles Times wrote that Classical Mystery Tour elicits “a high goose-bump quotient … (it’s) more than just an incredible simulation … the crowd stood and bellowed for more!”
General admission is just $25 per person. Bring your own blankets or chairs and enjoy the performance from lawn seating at the park. General admission for children ages 6 and under is