V&T Railroad trip to include breakfast, an orchestra and dancing

The Carson Valley Pops Orchestra presents an exclusive opportunity to ride the historic Virginia & Truckee Railway to experience live music and dining at the iconic Piper’s Opera House on April 30.

Patrons will witness some of the most talented musicians in the Carson Valley as 35 to 40 Orchestra members take the stage for this special occasion. Before the entertainment, guests will travel from the Eastgate Depot Carson City to Virginia City on the V&T Railway at 10 a.m. The celebrated V&T Railway builds ambiance and anticipation for the performance with a narrated scenic journey through the Virginia Range to Virginia City. As they ride through the valley and wind through the mountains to the famous mining town of Virginia City, travelers will learn the history that made the V&T and these destinations so well-known.

Guests arrive in Virginia City at 11:30 a.m. for a catered buffet lunch at Piper’s, followed by the concert at 2 p.m. with professional musicians, as well as middle school, high school and college students. Featured ensembles include “Oklahoma,” the Bonanza theme song, “Home Means Nevada,” “The Magnificent Seven” theme song and “The Great Locomotive Chase,” among others. The Voices of the Sierra Choral Group will also perform.

“The V&T sets the tone for the musical journey through Nevada’s past,” said Judy Sheldrew, president of the CV Pops Orchestra Board of Directors. “The concert highlights our musicians’ vast talent and range – and also includes a few fan favorites, too.”

The train will return to Carson City at 4 p.m., arriving at the depot by 5:15 p.m.
Entry is $80 per person. Tickets include a round trip on the V&T Railway, a shuttle from the Virginia City Depot to Piper’s Opera House, a catered lunch at Piper's, the concert and the return trip to Carson City. Tickets are available at gadZooks!, 1411 Hwy 395 in Gardnerville, NV, online at http://cvpops.eventbrite.com or by calling 775-843-0830.