Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Baroque Fireworks

About This Event

Step into the grandeur of Baroque as the Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks, conducted by Jane Glover.

What to Expect

• 1.Get there a bit early to find your seat and skim the program notes; Orchestra Hall uses assigned seating, and the acoustics really come alive once you’re settled. Plan for about 2 hours total.
• 2.Dress a notch nicer—smart casual to formal is common, and it matches the refined concert hall vibe.
• 3.During the performance, keep chatter to a minimum and silence your phone; intermission in the lobby usually runs 15–20 minutes, with drinks and snacks available.
• 4.If you’re new to Baroque, listen for Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks and note Jane Glover's historically informed approach; program notes can help you catch the musical motifs.
• 5.Parking around Woodward Avenue can be tight; use a nearby garage or rideshare and give yourself time to park and walk to the hall.