Either way, the grand spectacle of the record-breaking Jean-Michel Jarre live performance, with its fireworks and laser harps and video projections on the sides of buildings, was born.
Classical American music performed by the Westchester Philharmonic, with fireworks following the performance.
MUSIC UNDER THE STARS, tomorrow night at 6, with a performance by the United States Military Academy Concert Band, with fireworks, at West Point, Trophy Point Amphitheater, Route 9W North to Highland Falls.
Performances by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, with fireworks.
Beginning with a VIP reception for donors, ending with fireworks and offering performances including a powerful duet by Chenoweth and "Glee's" Lea Michele in between, Saturday's benefit concert raised more than $1 million for the Los Angeles Philharmonic's music education programs.
The festival continues with fireworks, parades, boat races, performances and art exhibits.
Activities include dance performances, a magic show and live music with fireworks at nightfall.
The singer performed in front of a simple set of flashing neon lights along with fireworks and lasers on a screen as well as smoke surrounding her dedicating the performance to her fans.
In performance the Fireworks Ensemble musicians were just that, with the string players in the front row sawing away at nearly constant tremolos.
The festivity culminates in December when it becomes a winter wonderland with special illuminations, light shows, Nutcracker ballet performance and fireworks.
