Audi Presents k.d. lang With the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Concert at Hilbert Circle Theatre on October 12 at 8:00 p.m.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 4 -- Audi of America, Inc. is pleased to sponsor Grammy Award-winner k.d. lang as she joins the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Tuesday, October 12 at 8:00 p.m.

k.d. lang will perform an evening of songs spanning her career, including Constant Craving and Miss Chatelaine. In addition, lang will perform works from her critically acclaimed new album, Hymns of the 49th Parallel, on which she interprets songs by her favorite Canadian songwriters -- Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, Jane Siberry, Ron Sexsmith, and Bruce Cockburn.

"Audi presents k.d. lang" showcases lang's incomparable voice paired with remarkable symphony orchestras in 24 markets across the United States and Canada. Audi proudly supports k.d. lang and applauds her remarkable career achievements. The tour began April 30 and concludes October 17, 2004, in Philadelphia. Throughout the year, audiences have continuously praised lang for her amazing performances and powerful vocal talent.

"k.d. lang is an extraordinary performer who truly embodies Audi's Never Follow brand philosophy," stated Maria Nahigian, Audi's event marketing manager. "We began working with k.d. last year on a comprehensive marketing initiative, and the timing of her tour perfectly led itself to become a significant component of Audi's 2004 marketing efforts. It's been a great experience for our dealers and customers, and concert attendees across North America who have witnessed k.d.'s incredible shows."

This tour marks the first time that k.d. lang has performed live with symphony orchestras, and it is the first time she has engaged corporate sponsorship. "I was honored to be chosen by Audi as one of eight cultural innovators last year, and I am especially grateful for their support of my tour with symphonies this year," acknowledged k.d. lang.

A complete list of concert tour dates can be found on http://www.kdlang.com/ . More information about this performance with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra can be obtained at http://www.indianapolissymphony.org/ .

Audi of America is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and markets performance-oriented European luxury vehicles: the A4, A4 Cabriolet, A8 L, TT and the allroad quattro. The all-new 2005 A6 arrives at dealerships in November. For more information about additional Audi-related events and corporate news, visit http://www.audiusa.com/ . It's greater to lead than follow. Never Follow.