Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal Supports Wheeling Symphony ‘Music Under the Stars’
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The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra and Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. are coming together for a Labor Day weekend concert featuring the music of rock legend Elton John.
Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. is the presenting sponsor of WSO's Labor Day "Music Under the Stars" concert scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5. The concert, "Remember When Rock Was Young -- The Elton John Tribute," will be held along with a fireworks display at Oglebay's Anne Kuckinka Amphitheater.
The orchestra, under the direction of Maestro John Devlin, will welcome Craig A. Meyer, who will perform some of Elton John's greatest hits, including "Benny and the Jets," "Philadelphia Freedom," and "Crocodile Rock."
"Each year, Music Under the Stars is a reunion for our musicians, many of whom spend the summer months at music festivals all over the country," Devlin said.
With Music Under the Stars always being the symphony's first event of the season, Devlin said it is a great way to welcome the musicians back to Wheeling.
"We always look forward to coming together as a group to make music for our Ohio Valley audiences," he said. "With Craig Meyer on the program, everyone can expect an energetic and exciting show.
"What I was thinking when we decided to program this with Elton John (music) is 'what is something that is going to span generations, bring families together now that we can gather once again, be outdoors and celebrate?'" Devlin added. "And the music of Elton John, he has over 40 No. 1 hits that span five different decades. It's going to be a really fun evening."
WSO Executive Director Bryan Braunlich said he is eager to welcome a live audience back to Oglebay for the Labor Day weekend concert.
"Last year, we were able to broadcast the concert on television, but there is nothing like having the community gather together to celebrate and enjoy the orchestra," Braunlich said.
Jim Hurley, president & CEO of Kalkreuth, stated that the company is happy to continue its support of the symphony with the presenting sponsorship of Music Under theStars.
"The WSO is an important part of what makes our city a great place to live and work," Hurley said. "We look forward to being a part of this family-friendly Labor Day weekend tradition."
Additional support for Music Under Stars is provided by Oglebay Resort and the Musicians Trust Fund.
Kalkreuth Chairman John Kalkreuth said the Wheeling Symphony is a wonderful organization.
"Obviously the symphony is a staple of Wheeling and has been for a long long time." Kalkreuth said, adding the company wanted to sponsor the event as a way to give back to the community and to support a fun event.
Music Under the Stars is free and open to the public. The concert will be streamed live on WTRF.com and on MYOV and will conclude with Oglebay Park fireworks display high above Schenk Lake. Donations to the WSO are appreciated. A "Veranda Reception'' fundraiser will be held prior to the concert on the Burton Center Porch. Reservations can be made by calling the WSO office.