Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Gateway Festival Orchestra ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [GFO Journal](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/gfo-journal/) - Learn more about the St. Louis Gateway Festival Orchestra and our musical mission; notes from our music center, past free classical concerts, and more. - [A Night of Nostalgia](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-night-of-nostalgia/) - July 14, 2024 – The Gateway Festival Orchestra and Guest Conductor Leon Burke III invite you to an evening of classical masterpieces and timeless favorites. - [Sixty Years Under the Stars](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/sixty-years-under-the-stars/) - July 7, 2024 – the Gateway Festival Orchestra and Guest Conductor Leon Burke III celebrates the GFO’s 60th anniversary. . - ["A Celebration of Black Composers"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-celebration-of-black-composers/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra celebrated Juneteenth 2024 with a cultural and musical feast that paid homage to the enduring contributions of Black composers. - [Gateway West](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/gateway-west-2/) - On July 21, 2024, the GFO presented a musical journey through the American West. - [Celebrate Gershwin](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/celebrate-gershwin/) - July 28, 2024 – The GFO and Guest Conductor Christopher Kelts invite you to an evening dedicated to the timeless compositions of George Gershwin. - [Music that goes BUMP in the Night](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/music-that-goes-bump-in-the-night/) - October 12 & 17, 2024 - The Gateway Festival Orchestra chamber players celebrated Halloween with a concert at the St Louis and Webster Groves public libraries. - [Winter Wonderland](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/winter-wonderland/) - Get ready to embark on an enchanting musical journey with the woodwind players of the GFO. - [Voices of Her Own: A Celebration of Women Composers](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/voices-of-her-own-a-celebration-of-women-composers/) - March 8, 2025 – The GFO chamber musicians showcase the creativity of women in the world of classical music. Commentary by Dr. Alexander Stefaniak. - [All American](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/all-american/) - June 6, 2025 – Dr. Leon Burke III and the GFO perform a program of America-inspired music. W. Mark Akin (guitar) is featured. Associate Conductor Dr. Leon Burke III led a program featuring stirring pieces like Morton Gould’s “American Salute,” and guest artist W. Mark Akin (guitar). Sunday, July 6, 2025, 7:30 PM - [With a Norwegian Accent](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/with-a-norwegian-accent/) - July 20, 2025 – Dr. Leon Burke III and the GFO perform music from Scandinavia. Featuring Thomas Pandolfi and Antonio Watts. - [Magnificence of Mozart](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/magnificence-of-mozart/) - July 27, 2025 – Dr. Christopher Kelts leads the GFO in an all-Mozart program. Yoojin Lee and Heejung Yang are featured. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/) - Bringing live classical music to young and old through free musical events and our popular outdoor summer symphony series at the WashU Quad in St. Louis. - [Upcoming Events](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/calendar-events/) - Discover upcoming family-friendly, free classical concerts in St. Louis with Gateway Festival Orchestra. Enjoy enriching symphonic and chamber events for all! - [What Makes Music Scary](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/what-makes-music-scary/) - What makes a piece of music feel mysterious, suspenseful, or downright frightening? Join the Gateway Festival Orchestra for an exciting chamber concert exploring the musical sounds and techniques that create suspense and send shivers down your spine. This free, family-friendly program will feature familiar favorites and intriguing musical selections performed by members of the Gateway - [Volunteer](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/volunteer/) - Do you have a passion for live music events? Explore flexible, fun and engaging volunteer opportunities with the Gateway Festival Orchestra in St. Louis. - [Donate](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donate/) - Events like our summer concert series are free for all to attend, but not free to put on. Help support the Gateway Festival Orchestra with your donation. - [Orchestra Musicians](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/orchestra-musicians/) - From professional musicians to educators, the GFO orchestra members are as varied as the music we play in our free community concerts. Meet our members today. - [Broadway to Bel Canto](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/broadway-to-bel-canto/) - Free family summer concert! Enjoy Broadway hits & opera classics under the St. Louis stars at WashU. Picnic, Ted Drewes & incredible tenor. July 26 - [Opera Unleashed: High Notes and High Drama](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/opera-unleashed-high-notes-and-high-drama/) - Think opera isn't for you? Our free events in St Louis will change your mind! Experience "Opera Unleashed" with GFO's incredible soloists at 560 Music Center. - [American Originals](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/american-originals-2/) - Experience free live music in St Louis! Hear a Grammy-nominated electric violin at WashU. Bring the family to this free outdoor summer concert on July 12. - [Newsletter Sign-up](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/newsletter-sign-up/) - Sign-up for our newsletter and get notified about upcoming free summer concerts and other music events in St. Louis with the Gateway Festival Orchestra. - [American Originals](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/american-originals/) - July 12, 2026, 7:30 PMNotes To Munch On at 7:10 WashU Brookings Quadrangle Free! No tickets needed.Parking and Accessibility at WashU Quad: MAP The Gateway Festival Orchestra (GFO) is thrilled to announce the first of three free July concerts “American Originals”. Featuring the return of special guest Bach to the Future performing Lee Johnson’s Dead Symphony No 6: - [Juneteenth Celebration](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/juneteenth-celebration/) - Celebrate freedom with GFO! Enjoy free classical music in St. Louis featuring works by Joplin & Price. June 18, 7 PM at Ritenour High. All are welcome! - [Our Story](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/about-us/) - Established in 1964 by William Schatzkamer, the mission of the Gateway Festival Orchestra is to engage the St. Louis community through free public concerts. - [Parking for WU Brookings Quadrangle Concerts](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/parking-for-wu-brookings-quadrangle-concerts/) - Parking and accessibility at the WU Brookings Quadrangle Parking is free in the University lots and garages on Sunday evenings. You may be required to take a ticket at a lot or garage entrance – just take the ticket upon entering and surrender it as you leave. You will not be charged. Please avoid the - [When Words Take Flight: The Musical Life of Poetry](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/musical-life-of-poetry/) - Discover a free cultural event April 18! Gateway Festival Orchestra invites you to a musical journey celebrating National Poetry Month with melodies and verse. - [Guest Artists 2026](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/guest-artists-2026/) - Guest Artists 2026 Vincent Wallace, Baritone A native of St. Louis, Missouri, American bass-baritone Vince Wallace is a versatile performer with broad performing experience ranging from skilled ensemble performances to a variety of solo roles and orchestral appearances. Currently based in Chicago, Mr. Wallace has appeared regularly with the Lyric Opera of Chicago since 2008; as - [The GFO at the U City Library](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/the_gfo_at_the_u_city_library/) - GATEWAY FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Women Who Changed the Tune: The Trailblazing ComposersWoodwind Quintet & String QuartetUniversity Public City LibraryMarch 16, 2026. 7-8 pm Performers: Maggie McCallie, Flute Cathy Woelbling Paul, Oboe Kelly Austermann, Clarinet John Thomas, Horn Daniel Shavers, Bassoon Carl Hoff, Violin Twinda Murry, Violin Debbie Haferkamp, Viola Gary Lee, Cello Kathy Lawton Brown, MC - [Women Who Changed the Tune](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-celebration-of-womens-history-month/) - Enjoy a free, family-friendly concert in St. Louis honoring Women’s History Month. Join the Gateway Festival Orchestra for inspiring music in Maryland Heights! - [Board of Directors](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors Board of Directors Hollis McCormick, President Cathleen Woelbling-Paul, Treasurer Dennis Hourcade, Marketing and Communication Deberah Haferkamp, Personnel Manager Twinda Murry, Community Outreach Steven Wamsley, Archivist Paul Higdon, Custodian of Music Collections Ivy Allen, Past President Raymond Taylor, Past President David Gill Blake Hernton Hollis McCormick, President Cathleen Woelbling-Paul, Treasurer Dennis Hourcade, Marketing - [Community Outreach](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/programs/) - Gateway Festival Orchestra offers a free "Active Listeners" program that visits schools and camps, and our Young Artist fund that welcomes young soloists. - [Contact](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/contact/) - We would love to hear from you! Please contact us for info about the orchestra, our free chamber concerts in St. Louis, volunteer opportunities, & more. - [Associate Conductors](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/directors/) - Learn more about our distinguished guest conductors at the Gateway Festival Orchestra in St. Louis — Dr. Leon Burke III and Dr. Christopher Kelts. - [All American](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/all-american/) - Join us Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 7:30 PM for a free outdoor concert celebrating American music at WashU’s Brookings Quadrangle. All ages welcome! - [Winter Wonderland](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/winter-wonderland/) - Experience the vibrant rhythms and mesmerizing melodies that beautifully capture the essence of the winter season. Bring the kids! Admission is FREE - [Voices of Her Own: A Celebration of Women Composers](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/voices-of-her-own-a-celebration-of-women-composers/) - Join us for an afternoon of music that highlights the genius of women composers through the rich and expressive efforts of the GFO string and woodwind players. - [A Celebration of Black Composers](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-celebration-of-black-composers/) - On June 20, 2024 the GFO celebrated Juneteenth with a cultural and musical feast that paid homage to the enduring contributions of Black composers. - ["Sixty Years under the Stars"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/sixty-years-under-the-stars/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra celebrated its 60th anniversary with "Sixty Years under the Stars”, a free outdoor concert with works by Tchaikovsky & more. - ["A Night of Nostalgia"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-night-of-nostalgia/) - Join the St. Louis Gateway Festival Orchestra for “A Night of Nostalgia”, a free concert with works by Schubert, Mancini, & more at the 560 Music Center. - ["Gateway West"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/gateway-west-2/) - Join the St. Louis Gateway Festival Orchestra for "Gateway West”, a free summer concert of iconic Western-inspired music by Copland, Dvořák, and more. - ["Music that goes BUMP in the Night"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/music-that-goes-bump-in-the-night/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra celebrated Halloween 2024 with the enchanting chamber music concert "Music that goes BUMP in the Night" at two public libraries. - [Stage and Screen](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/stage-and-screen/) - Join us Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM for a free outdoor concert of musical theater and movie favorites at WashU’s Brookings Quadrangle. All ages welcome! - [With a Norwegian Accent](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/with-a-norwegian-accent/) - Join us Sunday, July 20, 2025, 4 PM at Manchester UMC for a free, family-friendly concert inspired by Norway. All ages welcome for an afternoon of great music! - [Magnificence of Mozart](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/magnificence-of-mozart/) - Join us Sunday, July 27, 2025, 4 PM for a free, family-friendly concert of Mozart’s joyful masterpieces at Manchester United Methodist Church. All ages welcome! - [Terms of Use](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/terms-of-use/) - View the terms of use for the Gateway Festival Orchestra website. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/privacy-policy/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra respects the privacy of your information. Read our online privacy policy to learn more. - [The GFO at the Library](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/the-gfo-at-the-library/) - St. Louis Public Library Outreach Concerts The GFO is excited to announce that it is performing free chamber concerts at local public libraries. GFO musicians will feature a variety of music “from Bach to rock” . Each event will have a theme and feature a string quartet, a wind quintet, a percussion ensemble, or a - [Support Us](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/support-us/) - [Images of 2024-2025](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/highlights-of-2024/) - Images of 2025 - [Guest Artists 2024](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/guest-artists-2/) - Guest Artists Jiyeon Lee Jiyeon Lee has won numerous top awards at prestigious competitions, including the Memphis International Piano Competition, IPPA Conero International Piano Competition, Naftzger Young Artists Piano Competition, Delta Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Competition, Missouri State University Concerto & Aria Competition, and the Missouri Music Teachers Association Honors Auditions (MMTA). She also has - [A Juneteenth Concert](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/harmony-in-living-color/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra celebrates Juneteenth with works that highlight the diverse musical styles that resonate with the Black community. FREE - [A Tribute to Women Composers](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/a-tribute-to-women-composers/) - Join the Gateway Festivcal Orchestra as it celebrates Women's History Month with a concert dedicated to the remarkable contributions of women in music. FREE! - [Percussion From Around the World](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/percussion-around-the-world/) - Join the Gateway Festival Orchestra’s percussion section for an enchanting exploration of global rhythms! SLPL Julia Davis Branch, November 18, 5-6PM FREE. - [2024 GFO Young Artists](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/2024-gfo-young-artists/) - Elizabeth Myers, Bassoon Elizabeth Myers is a recent graduate from Kirkwood High School. She will be attending Northwestern University in the fall to study Bassoon Performance in the studio of David McGill. This is her 8th year playing the bassoon. Elizabeth participated in the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra for three seasons, and was selected as - ["Celebrate Gershwin"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/celebrate-gershwin/) - Join the St. Louis Gateway Festival Orchestra for "Celebrate Gershwin”, a free summer concert with iconic works from Porgy & Bess, Rhapsody in Blue & more. - [Developing the Active Listener](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/developing-the-active-listener/) - GFO’s “Developing the Active Listener” program goes into camps, schools, libraries and day care centers to bring the magic of live classical music to children. - [Celebrate Gershwin](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/celebrate-gershwin-2/) - Join the St. Louis Gateway Festival Orchestra for "Celebrate Gershwin”, a free summer concert with iconic works from Porgy & Bess, Rhapsody in Blue & more. - [2023 Concert Series](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/musical-treasures/) - Sunday July 7, 2024, 7:30 PM Brookings Quadrangle “Music Under the Night Sky” Leon Burke III, Guest Conductor Symphony #6 in F major, Op 68, “Pastoral”.…….Ludwig van Beethoven Star Trek Through the Years…….various composers, arr. Calvin Custer Star Wars Through the Years………….John Williams, arr. Stephen Bella Grand Canyon Suite……………………………………… Ferde Grofé Sunday July 14, 2024, - ["Musical Treasures"](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/musical-treasures-2/) - Sunday, July 23, 2023 7:30pm “Musical Treasures” Brookings Quadrangle Darwin Aquino, Conductor T.J. Abernathy, Assistant Conductor, GFO Young Artist J. Strauss II Trisch-Trach Polka Op. 214 R. V. Williams Symphony No. 8 in D minor Ludwig V. Beethoven Overture to Egmont Op. 84 F. Doppler Andante & Rondo Op. 25 for Two Flutes and - [2023 Summer Concerts](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/music-under-the-night-sky/) - . Sunday July 9, 2023, 7:30 PM “Music Under the Night Sky” Brookings Quadrangle Leon Burke III, Guest Conductor Symphony #6 in F major, Op 68, “Pastoral”…….Ludwig van Beethoven Star Trek Through the Years…….various composers, arr. Calvin Custer Star Wars Through the Years………….John Williams, arr. Stephen Bella Grand Canyon Suite……………………………………… Ferde Grofé The Gateway - [Donation Confirmation](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donation-confirmation/) - [Donation Failed](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donation-failed/) - We're sorry, your donation failed to process. Please try again or contact site support. - [Donation Failed](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donation-failed-2/) - We're sorry, your donation failed to process. Please try again or contact site support. - [Donation Confirmation](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donation-confirmation-2/) ## Events - [GFO summer concert 3](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/gfo-summer-concert-3/) - The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available in the WU parking garages. - [A Celebration of Black Composers](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/a-celebration-of-black-composers/) - The Gateway Festival Orchestra led by Guest Conductor Terrence Abernathy celebrates Juneteenth with a cultural and musical feast that pays homage to the enduring contributions of Black composers. From the emotional depth of "Darker America" by William Grant Still to the classical elegance of "Symphonie Concertante" by Joseph Bologne, the soul-stirring beauty of Florence Price's - [GFO summer concert 4](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/gfo-summer-concert-4/) - The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available in the WU parking garages. - [GFO summer concert 2](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/gfo-summer-concert-2/) - The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available in the WU parking garages. - [GFO summer concert 1](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/gfo-summer-concert-1/) - The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available in the WU parking garages. - [GFO Juneteenth Concert](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/events/gfo-juneteenth-concert/) - The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available in the WU parking garages. ## Locations - [Florissant Valley Community College](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/florissant-valley-community-college-2/) - [Washington University Brookings Quadrangle](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/washington-university-brookings-quadrangle/) - [Washington University Brookings Triangle](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/washington-university-brookings-triangle/) - [Florissant Valley Community College](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/florissant-valley-community-college/) - [560 Music Center](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/560-music-center/) - [Washington University Broookings Quadrangle](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/locations/washington-university-broookings-quadrangle/) - Celebrate our 60th season - at our first summer concert of 2024! Enjoy the open air of the WU Quadrangle. The concert is free to attend. Free parking is available for this event in the WU parking garages. ## Donation Forms - [Donation Form Multi-Step](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donations/donation-form-2/) - [Donation Form Multi-Step](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/donations/donation-form/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/category/uncategorized/)