HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra is proud to announce the second annual Happy Hour with the HPO.  This exciting post-work event takes place at The Baltimore House on Tuesday, April 7 at 5:30pm.

Guests are invited to join the HPO at The Baltimore House for a new kind of happy hour.  Designed for the hpoGO crowd, this evening features live music from the baroque, classical and romantic periods, with each piece of music accompanied by a sampling of a custom cocktail designed by The Baltimore House’s bartender Rob Male.

Whether you’re new to classical music or an experienced concertgoer guests are sure to enjoy this casual, interactive post-work event.  The bar opens at 5:30pm with music and cocktail pairings from 6 – 7pm.   Guests are encouraged to stick around after the music and meet the HPO String Quartet.

“Experiencing classical music in new and innovative formats is an important initiative for the HPO.  After the success of last year’s Happy Hour with the HPO Brass Quintet and Hachey the MouthPEACE, we’re pleased to offer this new twist on the tradition of string quartet music, accompanying the experience with interesting cocktail pairings by The Baltimore House,” says Executive Director Carol Kehoe.

A Victorian-gothic themed space inspired by Edgar Allen Poe, The Baltimore House is one of the most diverse venues in the city.  A café, bar, night club and live music venue, by day the space offers specialty coffee and sandwiches at its Sanctuary Café & Tea Room.  By night The Baltimore House offers live music, trivia nights, karaoke and open mic nights, among other events and performances.

Tickets are $20.  Space is limited so purchase before April 2 to avoid disappointment.


Happy Hour with the HPO

The Baltimore House (43 King William St.)

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Doors open at 5:30pm
Ticket Information

Tickets are $20 and available online at staginghpo.wpengine.com, by calling 905.526.7756 or in person at the HPO Box Office in FirstOntario Concert Hall (formerly Hamilton Place) (10 MacNab St. S.).


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Media Contact:  
Diana Weir, Director, Communications and Development | Tel: 905.526.1677 x230 |Email: dweir@hpo.org

The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra was founded in 1884 as The Hamilton Orchestral Society and grew to become one of Canada’s major professional orchestras. Today, the HPO is a leader in Hamilton’s robust arts community where it provides professional orchestral services and music education programs to address the needs of the community. The HPO continues to commission and premiere works and is one of the artistic jewels of the Hamilton area. The combined musical talents of its artists continue to enrich the community and enhance the quality of life for its residents.