Mini Symphony

Last Thursday, I took myself on a date! It was a great night and I might make it a tradition. I went to Cheddar's for dinner (my favorite place) and then headed to Arlington Music Hall in the historic old downtown part of Arlington (about 7 miles or so from where I live).

I have been to see both the Dallas Symphony and the Fort Worth Symphony in both of their grand facilities. The performances were fantastic and beautiful and grand. But there's just something about going to a smaller production that is quaint and charming.

Here's the orchestra starting to set up and get tuned.

The venue is definitely smaller and historic. Oh, and I'm the youngest one there by like 40 years. I have done this solo date night one other time (in December for their Christmas concert) and now I think I might make it my monthly tradition!

Here's the conductor and musicians in action!

I love this shot - I found it on the internet and had to include it.....

The building is restored, although I don't know all of the history.

And this is the view when it's empty. I love love love that pretty red curtain!!

For me, there's just something liberating about taking yourself out on a date and not caring what anyone thinks of you. I loved my night at the mini symphony!