
Instrument Petting Zoo
Violas, trumpets, snare drums, oh my! The Pavilion’s Instrument Petting Zoo, powered by Ovintiv, is a free outreach program where children have the chance to get up close and personal with the orchestral instruments they see professionally played on stage.
The Pavilion's beloved Instrument Petting Zoo travels to area classrooms, community events and Pavilion arts performances to give kids of all ages the opportunity to see and hear the different instruments of the orchestra—up close and personal! The unique experience provides children (and adults!) with a hands-on exploratory music education experience. Various instruments, including guitars, violins and drums, are set up for kids and families to touch, play, and listen to, with volunteers present to showcase the qualities of each instrument. In many cases, this is the first chance a child has to hold an instrument and make their first musical sounds!
The Pavilion's Instrument Petting Zoo is generously sponsored by Ovintiv.

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Yes, based on your membership level, part of your membership donation is tax deductible. Please contact The Pavilion development office for more information 281-210-1102.