Back by popular demand! Austin Unconducted & Hyde Park Storytelling are joining forces for a 2nd time for an unforgettable pairing of live music & live storytelling! Three storytellers share true, personal stories and each story is thematically paired with a musical performance chosen to mirror, deepen, or transform the emotional arc of the story just told. Join us early for complimentary drinks and hang out afterwards to meet the musicians. 6:00pm - Complimentary Happy Hour 7:00pm - Concert 8:00pm - Reception and Musician Meet & Greet The Program: Katie Beaugeais - Like Snowdrops You Will Shine Jessie Montgomery - Break Away Stravinsky - Concerto in D for String Orchestra Ryan Truesdell - Heart of Gold Pharoah Sanders - Love is Everywhere The Storytellers: Jared Polivka Kristen Drenning Mohamad "Moe" Hoteit About Austin Unconducted: Austin Unconducted is a collaborative orchestra formed in 2022 by a group of young professional musicians with a desire to present classical music in a way that is relatable, fresh, and fun. Rather than working with a conductor, our 18 string musicians collaborate and work with local artists to design and perform concerts that truly reflect the voice and energy of the city of Austin. 2026-2027 will mark our fifth full season of concerts that double as social events, inviting Austinites to gather and immersing them in both old and new music in a way unlike they have experienced before. Unconfined by tradition, unafraid to feature unheard voices, & unapologetically Austin, we are keeping music current. Austin Unconducted is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that builds community by creating inclusive, immersive, and relevant concert experiences that engage diverse audiences. As a cooperative orchestra, we re-examine the long arc of musical tradition through a contemporary lens with performances that promote equity and generate new excitement for art music in our ever changing city. About Hyde Park Storytelling: Hyde Park Storytelling is a free live storytelling series in Austin featuring true, personal stories from first-time and experienced storytellers. Founded in 2014, HPS now hosts 5 to 6 shows each year at Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, welcoming up to 325 guests per event. Every show includes ASL interpretation and highlights diverse voices from across the Austin community.
