Pops concert

Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra will kick off its 63rd season with fabulous music and a nod to 1920?s feathers and fanfare. Under the baton of Robert McConnell, the orchestra will entertain audiences with a concert of pops and light classical music. Headlining the event, guest pianist Michael Philipsen will perform Gershwin?s masterpiece ?Rhapsody in Blue.?

Concerts will be held 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Bridge View Center in Ottumwa and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington.

Pops committee members are taking reservations at this time for dinner and concert. In Burlington, call 319-754-6398 before the deadline of Sept. 13; and in Ottumwa, call 641-682-7878 before Sept. 3 to secure your reservations. Complete information is available at www.seiso.us