City Park will come alive with the sound of music this weekend for outdoor music event Symphony Under the Stars.
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This year, the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra event will be compered by Christopher Lawrence, and will be conducted by Benjamin Northey.
The program has a strong "Hispanic flavour", featuring Argentinian-Australian baritone Jose Carbo and arias from operas such as Rigoletto, The Barber of Seville and Carmen.
TSO chief executive Caroline Sharpen said it was one of the most anticipated events of the year for the TSO.
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"It is an enormous privilege to perform for the Tasmanian community, especially in the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and City Park, two of the most loved public spaces in our beautiful state," she said.
WHEN: Saturday, February 23. Gates will open at 3.30pm, with the St Patricks College Band performing from 6pm, and the TSO starting at 7;pm.
WHERE: City Park, Launceston. Entry via Cimitiere Street.
TICKETS: The free event is at capacity. Tickets are required, and will be scanned on entry.
BRING: A picnic and drinks, with alcohol permitted.