This is the final regular concert of the 2000-2001 season, the 50th anniversary season for the orchestra. The orchestra will perform a special concert May 5 with the Light Crust Doughboys at the civic center.
Tickets are available by calling the philharmonic office.
Verdi is remembered most for his operas. Joining the orchestra will be the choirs from Abilene Christian, Hardin-Simmons and McMurry universities. Each year, the orchestra invites the choirs to perform, usually during a spring concert, giving them a chance to perform with professional musicians. The Classical Chorus of Abilene also will perform. Combined, there will be 175 singers on stage.