Upcoming Events from Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra http://www.jaxsymphony.org/ Copyright Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra - Jacksonville, Florida 2009 Fri, Sat, March 26, 27 at 8 pm: Back by popular demand, Pink Martini joins the JSO to showcase their unmistakably romantic 40’s-style sound. The group performs an eclectic variety of original tunes and forgotten classics, bringing a distinctively modern touch to songs from bygone eras and exotic lands. Pick up a copy of ARBUS (or view online, page 32, March-April ) and read Robert Kaye's interview with Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini and our own Fabio Mechetti, who brought Pink Martini into the symphonic spotlight nearly ten years ago. Pink Martini After-Party at Bistro Aix March 26 and 27 Enjoy “Pink Martinis” and drink specials in the ONYX Bar, 10:30 p.m. - midnight.   http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Pink-Martini.html Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Pink-Martini.html Fri, April 9 at 7:30 pm: Sounds from Argentina to Andalusia set the stage with works such as Falla’s Three Cornered Hat, Copland’s Latin-American Sketches and Piazzolla’s Concerto for Bandoneon, the accordion-like instrument that creates the essential tango sound.   http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Friday-Fusion-Latin-Fusion.html Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Friday-Fusion-Latin-Fusion.html Sun., April 11, at 4 pm: Join the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with University of North Florida, and enjoy the Latin rhythms that have inspired many generations. Sounds from Argentina to Andalusia set the stage with works such as Falla’s Three Cornered Hat, Copland’s Latin-American Sketches and Piazzolla’s Concerto for Bandoneon, the accordion-like instrument that creates the essential tango sound. Copland Three Latin-American Sketches Falla Three Cornered Hat: Suite No.1 Lecuona/Gould Andalucía Suite Piazzolla Concerto for Bandoneon* Piazzolla/Mechetti Spring in Buenos Aires Piazzolla/Mechetti Oblivion Piazzolla/Mechetti Adios Nonino Location: UNF Fine Arts Center – Lazarra Performance Hall Ticket Prices: $30 adult; $5 student Tickets and information: UNF Ticket Box Office at (904) 620-2878   http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Jacksonville-Symphony--at-UNF-Fine-Arts-Center.html Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Jacksonville-Symphony--at-UNF-Fine-Arts-Center.html Thu, April 15 at 7:30 pmFri, Sat, April 16, 17 at 8 pm Words on Music - One hour prior to concert: Audience favorite Arnaldo Cohen returns for a wild and exciting rendition of the ultimate piano challenge – Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto. Composer and JSO violinist Piotr Szewczyk, winner of Fresh Ink 2008, premieres a fanfare for the First Coast and the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus sings the sweet melodies of Mendelssohn.   SZEWCZYK                First Coast Fanfare (World Premiere) MENDELSSOHN        Psalm 98, "Sing to the Lord"+ MENDELSSOHN        Psalm 114, "The Journey from Israel to Egypt+ RACHMANINOFF       Piano Concerto No. 3*         http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Rachmaninoffs-Third-Concerto.html Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Rachmaninoffs-Third-Concerto.html Fri, April 16 at 11 am: Audience favorite Arnaldo Cohen returns for a wild and exciting rendition of the ultimate piano challenge – Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto. Composer and JSO violinist Piotr Szewczyk, winner of Fresh Ink 2008, premieres a fanfare for the First Coast.   http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Coffee-Classics-Rachmaninoffs-Third-Concerto.html Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Coffee-Classics-Rachmaninoffs-Third-Concerto.html Fri, May 7. Concert at 8 pm Festival of Strings at 6:45 pm: The Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra’s annual Major/Minor concert is the season finale of the Publix Super Markets Charities Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra Series, featuring the advanced JSYO ensembles with the musicians of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. The winners of the JSYO Young Artists Competition will also take center stage in solo performances with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. The beginning and intermediate students will perform a Festival of Strings at 6:45 p.m., playing side-by-side with the “big kids” in the JSYO Philharmonic.   The Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra assembles the most talented young musicians from all over the First Coast into one of the finest youth orchestra programs in the region. The JSYO offers comprehensive orchestral training to more than 200 students ranging from first grade through early college, comprising six ensembles, and led by a team of professional conductors and coaches. http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Major---Minor-Concert.html Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Major---Minor-Concert.html Saturday, May 8 at 8 pm: Welcome to “The Machine” – a band whose sole focus is to make every show an authentic Floydian experience, with dramatic lighting, video and theatrics, enhancing and expanding the sonic depth of Pink Floyd.   http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/The-Music-of-Pink-Floyd.html Sat, 08 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/The-Music-of-Pink-Floyd.html Thu, May 13 at 7:30 pmFri, Sat May 14, 15 at 8 pm Words on Music - One hour prior to concert: Take a stroll through one of the most triumphant musical art tours of all, Pictures at an Exhibition. Art inspires music by composer Michael Colina in a modern rendition of Goya’s famous images. COLINA                                    Los Caprichos GINASTERA                            Harp Concerto* MUSSORGSKY/RAVEL         Pictures at an Exhibition http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Pictures-at-an-Exhibition.html Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Pictures-at-an-Exhibition.html Fri, May 21 at 11 am: Cirque nouveau-style acrobats and artists return to the JSO stage to meet the full power of symphonic sound. http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Coffee-Cirque-de-la-Symphonie.html Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Coffee-Cirque-de-la-Symphonie.html Fri., May 21 & Sat., May 22 at 8 pm: Cirque nouveau-style acrobats and artists return to the JSO stage to meet the full power of symphonic sound. http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Cirque-de-la-Symphonie-.html Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Cirque-de-la-Symphonie-.html Sunday, May 30, 2010 Gates open at 4 pm Jacksonville Symphony concert at 8 pm: The Concert On The Green is now in its 21st year and is the largest event of its kind in Clay County, located on the on the beautifully landscaped area in front of Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts and St. Johns River Community College. It is the most attended Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra performance outside of Jacoby Symphony Hall. However, the Concert On The Green is much more than just an annual concert. It is host to the Young Artist Scholarship Competitions, supporting the artistic abilities of Clay County students. Proceeds from the Concert On The Green will benefit Clay County Schools’ Music and Art programs and Rotary charities. Log on to the Concert on the Green website for tickets and information.     http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Concert-on-the-Green.html Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Concert-on-the-Green.html Saturday, June 5 at 8 p.m.: It's back! Classical Madness is an audience-choice showdown of the most favorite pieces from the concert stage. We start with 64 works, and week-by-week, your vote determines the winners that make it to the next round. It all culminates with the Classical Madness "Final Four" Concert, featuring the winning pieces for each of the four brackets: BRACKET A - OVERTURE; BRACKET B - POPS & CLASSICS BRACKET C - CONCERTO; BRACKET D - SYMPHONY VOTE ONLINE NOW at ClassicalMadness.com http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Classical-Madness.html Sat, 05 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.jaxsymphony.org/concerts/Classical-Madness.html