“Peter and the Wolf” is a symphonic fairy tale composed by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. It tells a story through both narration and music, where each character is represented by a different instrument or musical theme.

Peter is a brave young boy who lives with his grandfather in a house near a forest. His grandfather warns him about the dangers of the wild animals in the forest, particularly the wolf. One day, while Peter’s grandfather is away, Peter decides to venture out into the meadow. He opens the gate to the garden, against his grandfather’s instructions. In the meadow, Peter encounters various animals.

The bird is represented by a flute, the duck by an oboe, and the cat by a clarinet. Each of these animals interacts with Peter in a playful manner. Soon, a wolf appears, represented by the French horns in the music. The wolf is menacing and quickly captures the duck, which is then represented by a mournful oboe solo. Peter, showing great courage, devises a plan to capture the wolf. With the help of the bird, who distracts the wolf by flying around its head, Peter uses a rope to trap the wolf by tying its tail to a tree. Peter and the bird manage to capture the wolf, and they lead it to the zoo, where it will be kept safely away from the other animals. The story ends with a celebratory mood, as Peter’s bravery is recognized, and the animals are safe once again.

The music of “Peter and the Wolf” not only tells the story but also helps listeners to associate each character with specific musical themes, making it a great introduction to orchestral music for children.

There will also be and Enid SPCA adoption event in the symphony parking lot at 10:00 a.m. before the show. People who adopt a pet get 2 free tickets.

Tickets range from $17.50 for students to $35 for adults and can be purchased in advance at the Symphony’s website. Doors & cash bar open at 6:30 pm. Enjoy food during the complementary reception following the concert in the Banquet Hall, thanks to Enid Symphony Auxiliary.