Special Events
J ACKS ON VI LLE SYM P HON Y ORCHEST RA 2012-2013 THE MUSIC OF QUEEN
AMADEUS!
Sat., Oct. 13, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Sat., Mar. 2, 2013, at 8 p.m. • Sun., Mar. 3, 2013, at 3 p.m.
One night only – In the Moran Theater Brent Havens, conductor/arranger
Jacoby Symphony Hall
The creators of “The Music of Led Zeppelin” pay tribute to the timeless genius of Freddie Mercury and his bandmates. Hits from “A Night at the Opera,” “News of the World,” and “A Kind of Magic” with soaring vocals, blazing guitar, and a live orchestra.
The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and Players by the Sea will present Peter Shaffer’s Tony award-winning play, Amadeus. Made into an Academy award-winning film of the same name, Amadeus portrays the tortured relationship between the young genius, Mozart, and his mentor-turnedrival, Salieri.
ITZHAK PERLMAN
Michael Butterman, conductor • In collaboration with Players by the Sea
Sun., Jan. 6, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. Jacoby Symphony Hall
CHRIS BOTTI
Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Itzhak Perlman, special guest
Sat., May 4, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Itzhak Perlman makes his triumphant return to the First Coast performing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. The reigning virtuoso of the violin, Mr. Perlman’s last performance sold out quickly, so don’t delay. The Julius N. Frankel Foundation Presents
VERDI’S GRAND OPERA – OTELLO Sat., Feb. 9, 2013, at 8 p.m. One night only – In the Moran Theater Fabio Mechetti, conductor • A. Scott Parry, stage director
After the triumph of Aida,Verdi retired as the most popular and wealthy composer of his day and a national hero. More than 15 years later, bowing to the wishes of his adoring public, he delivered Otello – bringing the exploits of Shakespeare’s legendary Moorish general to the opera stage.
One night only – In the Moran Theater
One of America’s best-selling jazz artists, trumpeter Chris Botti has broken musical barriers with a distinctive style that blends the verve of jazz improvisation with pop and classical music.With a magnetic stage presence, this incomparable musician has collaborated with such artists as Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, Josh Groban, Paul Simon, Joshua Bell and Andrea Bocelli.
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Celebrate the Holidays With the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS
FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER
Sat., Nov. 30, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 14, 2012, at 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15, 2012, at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16, 2012, at 2 p.m.
Jacoby Symphony Hall
Michael Butterman, conductor • Elena Urioste, violin Sponsored by Omni Jacksonville Hotel
Highlights include movements from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, and Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll. HOLIDAY POPS ENCORE Sun., Dec. 9, 2012, at 3 p.m.
Jim and Jan Moran Theater
Conductor TBA
Enter the magical world of childlike imagination at one of Jacksonville’s greatest holiday traditions. HANDEL’S MESSIAH Fri., Dec. 21, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Jacoby Symphony Hall
Michael Butterman, conductor • Ashley Brown, soprano Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Join the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra & Chorus in one of the First Coast’s most beloved holiday traditions. Enjoy holiday favorites sung by guest artist Ashley Brown, who charmed audiences last season in “Broadway to Hollywood.” Additional Holiday Pops Performances: Fri., Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. & 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8 at 8 p.m.
Jacoby Symphony Hall
Michael Butterman, conductor • Mary Wilson, soprano Sandra Piques-Eddy, alto • Javier Abreu, tenor • Philip Cutlip, baritone Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Handel’s masterpiece to this day is one of the most famous oratorios ever written. Hallelujah! TOAST! TO THE NEW YEAR! Mon., Dec. 31, 2012, at 8:30 p.m. Jacoby Symphony Hall
Stuart Chafetz, conductor • Joan Hess & Kirby Ward, song & dance duo
Ring in the New Year with your Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.
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