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| - I'm embarrassed that I've been living in this city for several years now, but only visited for the first time this past weekend, to hear the Pittsburgh Symphony. But Susan's right--why aren't there more reviews of this place?
Heinz Hall feels very regal with its red carpeting, marble, gold detailing, crystal chandeliers. I felt as if I should be wearing an evening gown, long white gloves, and one of those big hats, like a society woman from the Gilded Age. But for a Sunday afternoon orchestra performance, business casual attire should be fine.
We sat in a middle center row on the orchestra level, and had a pretty good view. The seats were comfortable. The PSO performed a great show, and I like that they had a talk an hour before the show, and a short performance by student musicians post-concert--both the pre- and post-concert events were free for all ticket holders.
Most of the other concert attendees were elderly--where's everyone else? C'mon down, guys. Sure, Heinz Hall events can be on the pricey side, but they can be a nice special occasion treat.
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