Family Tunes & Tales is series of free concerts at public libraries for families with young children. The experience engages the listening skills of children as they enjoy a storybook reading and thematically related craft activity. Musicians from MSO chamber ensembles representing each of the four different sections of the orchestra - strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion - visit libraries throughout the greater Memphis region from October to April. Librarians, volunteers and musicians work in harmony to bring classic children’s tales to life through narration, music and hands-on activity.
Family Tunes and Tales is made possible by the generosity of The First Tennessee Foundation and the Thomas W. Briggs Foundation. A grant from the Junior League of Memphis supplies the materials for the craft activities, which are managed by volunteer women at each event.
Please view our Upcoming Events Calendar for concert listings or click here to view the 2010-2011 series brochure for Family Tunes & Tales.