Massachusetts

Tanglewood: Meet the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Its Summer Home

Program No. 15533RJ
Discover the historic summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, reveling in world-class music, fine art, local cuisine and pristine nature in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains.

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5 days
4 nights
11 meals
4B 3L 4D
2
Norman Rockwell, BSO Lectures, BSO Concert
Central Berkshires - Pittsfield
3
Morning Lecture, BSO Presentation, BSO Concert
Central Berkshires - Pittsfield
5
Program Concludes
Central Berkshires - Pittsfield
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At a Glance

Tanglewood has been the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra since 1936. Attend four concerts and discover the Tanglewood grounds on an expert-led exploration, with behind the-scenes access to performers and BSO staff. Hear instrument demonstrations with BSO musicians and attend lectures to heighten your enjoyment of the concerts.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking one hour or more, uneven terrain. Sitting during performances and lectures.

What You'll Learn

  • Attend live concerts at Tanglewood to take in the immense talent of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
  • Meet BSO instrumentalists to discuss what it is like to be in a world-class symphony orchestra, and learn from BSO staff about its inner workings.
  • Explore other unique parts of the Berkshires outside of the music scene, such as The Norman Rockwell Museum.

General Notes

Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available. Boston transfer at added cost. Additionally, due to the program lectures and concerts, we are limiting the enrollment to 70 people.
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Jeremy Yudkin
Dr. Jeremy Yudkin is professor of music at Boston University, an associated faculty member of the Department of African American Studies, and visiting professor of music at Oxford University and Harvard University. Dr. Yudkin received his B.A. and M.A. from Cambridge University in classics and modern languages and his Ph.D. in historical musicology from Stanford University. He is the author of six books, and has written articles for journals including The Musical Quarterly, The Stanford Italian Review, The American Journal of Philology and others. Dr. Yudkin’s principal fields of research include medieval music, early Beethoven, popular music, and jazz.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Dr. Jeremy Yudkin is professor of music at Boston University, an associated faculty member of the Department of African American Studies, and visiting professor of music at Oxford University and Harvard University. Dr. Yudkin received his B.A. and M.A. from Cambridge University in classics and modern languages and his Ph.D. in historical musicology from Stanford University. He is the author of six books, and has written articles for journals including The Musical Quarterly, The Stanford Italian Review, The American Journal of Philology and others. Dr. Yudkin’s principal fields of research include medieval music, early Beethoven, popular music, and jazz.
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Meals
11 Meals
4 Breakfasts
3 Lunches
4 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Lodging
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Aug 08, 2024 - Aug 12, 2024
  • Aug 08, 2024 - Aug 12, 2024
  • Jul 18, 2024 - Jul 22, 2024
  • Aug 08, 2024 - Aug 12, 2024
  • Jul 17, 2025 - Jul 21, 2025
  • Aug 07, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025
4 nights
Pittsfield
The Holiday Inn & Suites Pittsfield-Berkshires, formally known as the Berkshire Crowne Plaza Hotel, is in the heart of Pittsfield. The hotel is walking distance from some of the most popular museums and theaters in the area. The hotel has sweeping views of the Berkshire Hills from it's seasonal terrace and all the amenities one would need for an enjoyable stay.
4 nights
Pittsfield
The Holiday Inn & Suites Pittsfield-Berkshires, formally known as the Berkshire Crowne Plaza Hotel, is in the heart of Pittsfield. The hotel is walking distance from some of the most popular museums and theaters in the area. The hotel has sweeping views of the Berkshire Hills from it's seasonal terrace and all the amenities one would need for an enjoyable stay.
4 nights
Pittsfield
The Holiday Inn & Suites Pittsfield-Berkshires, formally known as the Berkshire Crowne Plaza Hotel, is in the heart of Pittsfield. The hotel is walking distance from some of the most popular museums and theaters in the area. The hotel has sweeping views of the Berkshire Hills from it's seasonal terrace and all the amenities one would need for an enjoyable stay.
4 nights
Pittsfield
The Holiday Inn & Suites Pittsfield-Berkshires, formally known as the Berkshire Crowne Plaza Hotel, is in the heart of Pittsfield. The hotel is walking distance from some of the most popular museums and theaters in the area. The hotel has sweeping views of the Berkshire Hills from it's seasonal terrace and all the amenities one would need for an enjoyable stay.





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