PHOTO GALLERY: Missouri Symphony Orchestra presents concert at Stephens Lake Park

Columbia residents listen to the Missouri Symphony Orchestra on Thursday evening at the Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater. The orchestra, directed by Kirk Trevor, played 14 songs by various composers including Gershwin and Strauss.   |  Caitlin Jones

Kirk Trevor leads the Missouri Symphony Orchestra during the "Strike Up the Band" concert. The orchestra played well-known songs such as a medley of Beatles' songs and "Mambo" from "West Side Story," among others.   |  Caitlin Jones

Aubrey Koedel, 3, attempts to mimic the conductor by using pegs from her board game during the Missouri Symphony Orchestra performance Thursday evening. Aubrey's mother, Tricia Koedel, took her to the concert to expose her to some classical music. "I'm glad they are playing music that she can recognize," Koedel said.   |  Caitlin Jones

The audience enjoys the music of the Missouri Symphony Orchestra in the "Strike Up the Band" concert Thursday.   |  Caitlin Jones

Sadie Sweitzer, 9, left and Charlie Perlow-Stevens, 10, dance together during the Missouri Symphony Orchestra. The girls, who have been best friends since the age of 2, were having a sleep-over, and Sweitzer's dad brought them to the concert.   |  Caitlin Jones