MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis In May Sunset Symphony wrapped up its final performance on Saturday.
After nearly four decades, the event came to an end as hundreds showed up for the grand finale.
“Everybody (is) hanging out, enjoying family, listening to the music,” Daniel Collins said.
“It’s just a beautiful day to enjoy this,” Bob Rowan explained.
Memphis In May attendees saw the air show and heard the booming music.
The Sunset Symphony had something to entice all of your senses.
Families marched through Tom Lee Park with coolers packed with food and drinks. They also found time to play games and have fun.
However, this was the last year attendees will have Saturday’s experience.
“I was really disappointed,” Bryan Hammond said. “You hear all of the great artists that are playing. Then — this is it. No more.”
I like orchestra,” Collins said. “I like good music and I never been so…I want to come where it’s the last time.”
The Memphis Symphony Orchestra went out with a bang and had Senator Lamar Alexander play along side them.
WREG caught up to Sen. Alexander as he worked to find the right notes during rehearsal. He said the Sunset Symphony will always have a place in his heart.
“Memphis In May, and the memory of the symphony, and James Hyter singing will be something that lasts a long time. It certainly does for me,” Sen. Alexander explained.
“It’s been a great event for the city and if you look around and see how many people are here, you’ll know why this should be continued,” Rowan described.
While it was hard for some to let go of a long-standing tradition, others looked forward to new beginnings.
“Bring a different variety of music. Bring different people around the culture. Keep that variety going — just good music from wherever it comes from,” Collins said.
Memphis In May has not announced plans for what it plans to do with the event next year.