No list of beloved Boston institutions would be complete without “America’s Orchestra,” the Boston Pops. As conductor Keith Lockhart says, the best way to describe the Pops is to say

  One of the most iconic Fourth of July celebrations in the U.S., the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (refer to listing, page 12) once again lights up the DCR Hatch Shell on the Charles Ri

Celebrating its 41st year, the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular is more explosive and remarkable than ever. Having recently won a New England Emmy Award, the Fireworks Spectacular continues to entertain hundreds of thousands each year.

The Spring 2014 season promises “The Very Best of Boston Pops,” with a series of concerts kicking off on May 7 at Symphony Hall. On Opening Night, “Seinfeld” star Jason Alexander hosts a night