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Customer Reviews for Hershey Symphony

Hershey Symphony

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Review 1 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

" 3Phantoms" mesmerizes audiance

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Posted 09/12/2010

by ltpatter

Location:Harrisburg, PA previously from NY

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If you want an unforgettable evening, seeing "3 Phantoms" is the way to go. Selections from Broadway's Tony award winning musicals were presented by three tenors who were the leads in musicals like "Phantom of the Opera", Les Miserables", "Kiss Me Kate", Sunset Blvd." and many more. The Hershey Symphony Orchestra presented musical overrtures from "Phantom..." and "Les Miserables" while providing back-up for the tenors.

Craig Schulman continues to steal the show with the vocal quality of an angel which brings tears to my eyes every time he performs "Take Me Home". His vocal range is unbelievable which makes "3 Phantoms" a must see. When speaking with him after the show, Mr. Schulman stated that there is a sequel to this concert. I only hope that I have the oppurtunity to see it as well.

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Review 2 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Hershey Symphony was outstanding.

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Posted 04/21/2013

by Mar210

Location:Hershey

This was my first time at the Hershey Symphony. I was very impressed.
Maestra Sandra Dackow explained each Concerto and
Symphony before it was performed. If you have not been to symphony before
you will be able to understand. Some of the musicians
have been performing with the symphony for 20+ years. All volunteers. It was
an enjoyable event.

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Review 3 for Hershey Symphony

4 / 5

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Posted 12/02/2012

by Anonymous

Location:Hummeelstown, PA

It's great to see so much local talent. The winning student was phenomenal!!!

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Review 4 for Hershey Symphony

4 / 5

Hershey Symphony was excellent!

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Posted 10/14/2012

by MarieintheMiddle

We really enjoyed the Oct. 12, 2012 concert. "Volunteer" or "amateur" severely diminishes the quality of the performance of this orchestra. The music was professional quality all the way! We especially enjoyed Dr. Dackow's enthusiastic description of the composer and his music. She laid the framework for a night of total enjoyment!

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Review 5 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Frankly Spectacular

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- Fri, Sep 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Steve's version of "Send in the Clowns" @

Posted 09/24/2012

by JLKAB

Location:harrisburg

We thoroughly enjoyed the concert and appreciated the fun and easy way Steve interacted with the audience.

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Review 6 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Great Night of Simply Sinatra

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Posted 09/09/2012

by FanX3

Location:Harrisburg

The Hershey Symphony and the big band group were the perfect, balanced and enthusiastic partner to Steve Lippia, Las Vegas performer and Jersey native who owned Sinatra's songbook but put his personal touch on standards and lesser known ballads, as well. A terrific voice. Mom, who saw Sinatra and other giants perform live several times, was thrilled. Steve Lippia gave credit to the legendary arrangers who brought those songs to life. Dr. Sandra Dackow's spirited conducting was a joy. Only quibble was that the mikes for the drum set and horns were a little much, at least for the front 15 rows. All in all, though, it was a great night of one highlight after another. Well done!

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Review 7 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Steve Lippa has reincarnated Frank Sinatra

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Posted 09/09/2012

by ductman1000

Location:Kempton, PA (Near Lehigh Valley)

What can be said?? If you Like, no Love the Frank Sinatra it was the best performance. The Hershey Symphony performed flawless, The Big Band brought you back to days you wish you could return to. Best of all, best of all! All you had to do was close yours eyes and you WERE there in the presence of OL' BLUES EYES, Frank Sinatra. Thanks Steve!!!!!!!

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Review 8 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Simply Sinatra had me floating on air...

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Favorite moment: Encore performance of "New York, New York," which Steve Lippia jokingly began with "Chicago...." :) @

Posted 09/09/2012

by Toesies

I absolutely couldn't stop grinning!!! The Hershey Big Band played a surprise number at the beginning of the second half. Their pianist was extraordinarily talented. She and Steve Lippia performed "Send in the Clowns" as a duo. I got to talk to the Big Band conductor, the pianist, and Steve Lippia himself in the lobby after the show! I LOVED IT!!!

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Favorite moment: Encore performance of "New York, New York," which Steve Lippia jokingly began with "Chicago...." :) @

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Review 9 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

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Favorite moment: Piano @

Posted 02/12/2012

by bunniebunnie

The piano was my favorite. This was the first time I had seen a symphony, the second for my husband. We enjoyed it very much. The American composer was much more dramatic which we both loved.

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Review 10 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

3 Phantoms were outstanding

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Favorite moment: The entire show was terrific @

Posted 10/11/2011

by Hersheyfan

Location:Hershey

What an amazing performance, not to be missed! Do not pass upon this show

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Review 11 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Phan-tastic!

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Favorite moment: Music of the night @

Posted 10/11/2011

by Beckini

The three phantoms were phan-tastic!Hershey Symphony was outstanding. Loved it!

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Review 12 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

3 Phamtoms .

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Favorite moment: The 3 stars singing together. @

Posted 10/10/2011

by Motherglow

This was a great show. It was a lot better then other concerts I have seen previously with Broadway stars..

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Review 13 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Hershey Symphony Rocked and 3 Phantoms Amazing!

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Favorite moment: Craig Schulman singing Bring Him Home from Les Miserables @

Posted 10/10/2011

by JimmyK6

Location:Mechanicsburg, PA

For an all volunteer orchestra, the Hershey Symphony is both amazing and delightful. Maestra Sandra Dackow is an incredible conductor. Combine them with 3 highly rated Broadway and off Broadway talents like Cris Groenendaal, Kevin Gray, and Craig Schulman, each of whom played The Phantom in Phantom of the Opera, and you have a performance never to be forgotten! This is the second year that the Hershey Symphony has brought this group to Pennsylvania, and we will definitely buy ticketes every time there is an opportunity.

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Review 14 for Hershey Symphony

4 / 5

A Lovely Celebration

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- Fri, Feb 11, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Romeo and Juliet @

Posted 02/14/2011

by Anonymous

A Celebration of Love was a most enjoyable evening. The program included a good variety of music presented masterfully by the Hershey Symphony. Mr. Longacre's singing was excellent and the inclusion of the Hershey Symphony Strings for one song was very special. Indeed, hearing these young people play causes one to feel good about the future of great music in our area.

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Review 15 for Hershey Symphony

3 / 5

Holiday music

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Favorite moment: The last 15 minutes or so when the holiday music was played. And the Santa who walked from the stage down the isle. @

Posted 12/12/2010

by skipl

Location:Birdsboro, near reading and pottstown, Pa

I felt that the orchestra was more than excellent. But the music selection was not so much holiday. At least half was classical music, and another quarter obcure holiday tunes, and a quarter recognizable holiday music. Maybe the idea was to show the orchestras classical music abilities, but I think that misses the mark for much of the audience, and for repeat paying customers .
There was a creative medley, a great teen solo on the piano (but not christmas music) and 100 guest students playung with the orchestra what was a great way to introduce them to an audience,
The venue was beautiful and almost worth the price of admission in itself, with its restored art deco flavor.
But I think a few areas of customer service need attention. It snowed that night, and the sidewalks and street had not been salted until after the concert. A block plus long line in the cold waiting to get in was not fun. Especially since most already had their tickets and did not need to be in the same line as tose few who were purchasing their tickets. Very disorganized. There wAS NO ONE HANDING OUT PROGRAMS IN THE ENTRANCE LINE WHERE i WAS, SO THOSE IN THAT LINE HAD NO INFORMATION OR SONG WORDS TO THE SING ALONG. . In addition, there were maybe 20 rows of reserved front seats. Reserved for who? About half remained empty after the concert started.

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Favorite moment: The last 15 minutes or so when the holiday music was played. And the Santa who walked from the stage down the isle. @

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Review 16 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

The Phantoms were awesome!

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Posted 11/10/2010

by frtz

Location:Harrisburg

This concert made for a memorable evening. Good music sung well with a little humor thrown in. The tenors were powerful in their stage presence and voice. The orchestra did a fabulous job. My only complaint is that it left me wanting more. I hope they do this concert again in this area.

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Review 17 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Thoroughly enjoyable

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Favorite moment: The Phanton finale. first by the HSO and then by the Phantoms. @

Posted 09/13/2010

by cotn

This was an unforgetable evening. The three Phantoms were incredibly entertaining - beautiful voices, professional, classy. The Hershey Symphony was at their best. I've been humming the songs since the performance.

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Favorite moment: The Phanton finale. first by the HSO and then by the Phantoms. @

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Review 18 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

Phantoms were wonderful

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Favorite moment: The organ selection and the tenors in harmony singing the selection from the Phantom of the Ophra @

Posted 09/13/2010

by Ellenr

Location:Terre Hill, Pa

The concert was outstanding. We always enjoy the orchastra and their music was wonderful. The three tenors were amazing and the harmony was wonderful. We could have listened to another two hours of the wonderful music. The song were just a wonderful selection of Broadway tunes. We both enjoyed it so much. We hope you would consider having them back again.

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Favorite moment: The organ selection and the tenors in harmony singing the selection from the Phantom of the Ophra @

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Review 19 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

First Timers

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Favorite moment: "Bring Him Home" from Les Mis @

Posted 09/12/2010

by JLKAB

Location:harrisburg

This was the first time we heard a performance by the Hershey Symphony. Of course we enjoyed the Three Phantoms. They were tremendous, but we were also very impressed with the quality of the orchestra. We plan to come hear them again.

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Review 20 for Hershey Symphony

5 / 5

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Posted 09/12/2010

by GWJA

It was a delightful and enchanting evening of Broadway music. The "Three Phantoms" charmed the audience and made the music come alive. The Hershey Symphony was exceptional.

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