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“When Instruments Roamed the Earth” is back for our 2026 Discovery Concert!
In pre-historic times, strange creatures walked the planet. These were the ancient ancestors of musical instruments that inspired melodious makers in brass and wood to create the instruments we see in the orchestra today…
Join US on a journey into the times When Instruments Roamed the Earth®!
Filled with laughs, surprises, multi-media projection, and on-stage action, the Baton Rouge Symphony will present the perfect all-ages introduction to the exciting sounds, people, and experience of a symphony orchestra concert.
Hear the hilarious “research” of paleo-musicologist, Sir Humphrey Treble-Clef, who believes that our modern instruments are actually the descendants of giant, dinosaur-like creatures like you’ve never seen before. These are strange creatures which exist in the hot, mysterious, swampy jungles of Sir Humphrey’s unusual imagination.
Most will not believe a man who tried to prove that ancient humans made music by hitting themselves on the head with rocks; but everyone will smile, laugh, and be in awe of the symphonic interpretations of Sir Humphrey’s wild theories, featuring all the instruments of the orchestra.
Bob singleton, composer
Mr. Singleton is a classically trained, Grammy®-nominated and multi-platinum album award-winning composer, producer, and arranger. His musical works for kids includes music for over 70 PBS episodes, more than 60 albums, an NBC network special, and a sold-out Radio City Music Hall run. Bob served as the music director for the worldwide children’s phenomenon, “Barney® & Friends” for 10 years, and has been awarded two multi-platinum albums, and nominated for a Grammy® and 4 Dove awards in the Children's Musical Album of the Year category.
stephen white, script and story
Mr. White is an Emmy and Grammy®-nominated writer, with years of experience writing for television, home videos, stage shows, million-selling children’s books, and film. His credits include Principle Writer for “Barney® & Friends” (16 years), writer for in-store musical extravaganzas for Chuck E. Cheese, lyricist for many award-winning songs and commercials, and children’s app developer/creator of “AlphaBELCH” and “Thumbpire,” which incorporate stories, images, and music for young children.
Frequently Asked Questions
“What is Discovery?”
Since 1947, the BRSO has presented youth concerts of live orchestral music specifically designed to awaken the imagination, elicit a passion for music, and excite creativity in the young people of Southern Louisiana.
“How do my students attend Discovery Concerts?”
All students from any school are welcome at our Discovery Concerts. This concert is mainly geared towards students in grades K-5. Just register using the link above and we will reach out to you shortly with more information.
”How much does Discovery cost?”
This is the amazing part…..It’s FREE!
“I don’t know ANYTHING about music. Can I still sign my students up?”
If you don’t know anything about music, you’re exactly the people who should come! You don’t need to be a music teacher, this program is designed for ANY subject. Your students will learn, enjoy, and appreciate the symphony in an interactive and engaging way. If you ARE knowledgeable about music, we also teaching materials to download so that you can prepare your students ahead of time.
“How long is each concert?”
Each concert is approximately 45 minutes long.
“I have a question that wasn’t answered here…”
No problem! Give us a call at 225-383-0500 or email patron.services@brso.org for more help.