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November 2013

Joyful Noise

Across North Carolina, conductors lift batons, musicians ready instruments, and we give thanks for the gift of music.

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Online Extra: Grant Llewellyn, music director of the N.C. Symphony, curates a list of classical pieces written and performed by North Carolinians. Listen to the soundtrack at music.ourstate.com.


This story was published on Nov 03, 2013

Our State Staff

Our State Staff

Since 1933, Our State has shared stories about North Carolina with readers both in state and around the world. We celebrate the people and places that make this state great. From the mountains to the coast, we feature North Carolina travel, history, food, and beautiful scenic photography.