The Good, the Bad, & the Music

About This Event

Boulder Symphony presents The Good, the Bad, & the Music family concert on Saturday, February 7, 2026, with performances at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM at the Dairy Arts Center. This laugh-out-loud Wild West–themed adventure features a would-be “Best Conductor in the West” bandit storming the stage to take over the orchestra! With help from the Sheriff of Musical Harmony and plenty of audience participation, chaos turns into an action-packed musical adventure, teaching kids what conductors do: keep the beat, study music, and help orchestras play together. Part of Boulder Symphony’s Curiosity Concerts, specially designed for families with children ages 2–10. Interactive, playful, and welcoming—kids sing, move, and engage with live orchestral music in a relaxed, joyful environment. Features iconic cowboy themes, including The Magnificent Seven, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, William Tell Overture, Hoe-Down (Copland), Maple Leaf Rag, Indiana Jones, and original sing-along “Cowboys Ride.” Conductor Devin Patrick Hughes with performers Joana Ceja and John Boggs. $11.50-$23.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
• Times: 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM (two performances)
• Location: Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO 80302
• Conductor: Devin Patrick Hughes
• Performers: Joana Ceja (Phyllis Swineslapper/Sheriff), John Boggs (Filbert Swineslapper/Bandit)
• Age: Designed for families with children ages 2–10
• Series: Boulder Symphony Curiosity Concerts
• Tickets: $11.50-$23

Musical Program:

• The Magnificent Seven
• The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
• William Tell Overture
• Hoe-Down (Copland)
• Maple Leaf Rag
• Indiana Jones theme
• “Cowboys Ride” (original sing-along)

What Kids Learn:

• What conductors do
• How orchestras play together
• Musical beats and rhythms
• Classical music appreciation

Perfect For:

• Families with young children (ages 2–10)
• First orchestra experiences
• Active, engaged kids
• Music education through play

Tickets: thedairy.org/bouldersymphcurious | 303-444-7328