Symphony brings good music, laughter with free concerts

BY FLORA REIGADA

Who does not enjoy good music, a good laugh and something free?

The Brevard Symphony Orchestra is offering those things during February at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts.

From 2 to 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, a pop concert, Comedy Tonight, will feature selections from concert halls, movies and television shows. These include “The Pink Panther,” “The Office,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “Monty Python’s Flying Circus.”

“This fun-filled concert promises to have audience members smiling and laughing,” said Christopher

Confessore, the musical director. Normally composers look to nature, love, sorrow, religion and literature as sources of inspiration. But this concert also explores comedy satire and wit.”

No tickets are required for the Free Family Concert, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 19. Just sit back and enjoy music from “Jurassic Park,” “Super Mario Brothers,” “The Nutcracker” and more.

The family-friendly music is suitable for all ages. Seating is first come, first served.

“Early concerts like this are great for families with younger children, older audience members who wish to avoid driving at night and those who enjoy a matinee kind of afternoon,” said Virginia Anzengruber, the Symphony’s communications director.

The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts is at 3865 N. Wickham Road in Melbourne. For concert and ticket information, visit brevardsymphony.com or call 321-242-2219. SL

“Best decision I’ve ever made! My friends here are so much fun, and the staff is amazing. Love how I can enjoy all the activities, especially Wii bowling, and be able to have some quiet time when I want it. This is such a beautiful location where I can walk around Lake Madeleine and hang out at the dock. It’s very peaceful here.” — Don, resident