They come on stage, and for all the world they look like just another chamber music ensemble. Indeed, the opening number is a verbatim rendering of a familiar Bach prelude. And then the fireworks begin. And classical music may never be the same again!

For over five years, Mac Frampton & The ThreePenny Symphony have crisscrossed the nation, bringing Pop Go The Classics! to enthralled audiences. This six-piece ensemble, all classically trained musicians, transforms some landmark classical works into contemporary pop jewels.

The William Tell Overture becomes a stirring dance fit for Irish cloggers.Bach’s Air On A G String transforms into a romantic ballad. Rachmaninoff’s Prelude In C# Minor is pure rock ‘n roll. Ravel’s Bolero evokes a thrilling new passion. Every piece this ensemble touches springs to new contemporary life and proves that great music can successfully cross that mystical line that separates “legit” and pop.

Pop Go The Classics! Classical music with an attitude! An event to be cherished and remembered!