Destin Magazine Winter 2009

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WHAT’S HOT & HAPPENING ON THE EMERALD COAST

Big Band Pink Martini highlights season for March Gala Event

Sinfonia Season Tickets On Sale Now

THE FOURTH SEASON OF SYMPHONY REDEFINED will be highlighted by an electrifying Northwest Florida debut of critically acclaimed big band Pink Martini and continues with a highly –select group of international guest artists during each concert of Sinfonia’s main season which beganNovember 15.

Sinfonia’s “Classical Connections” series explores the foundations of classical music in the acoustically superb Grace Lutheran Church in Destin. Patrons will have an up close and personal opportunity to explore the favorites of the orchestral repertoire in an intimate setting with incredible guest artists and commentary from Maestro Fuller.

“Seasons Squared” will kick off the new-year on January 16,

2010 with violin phenom Nicolas Kendall. Mr. Kendall will perform Vivaldi’s classic masterpiece “The Four Seasons” and will offer the

{Sinfonia’s “Classical Connections” series explores the foundations of classical music in the acoustically superb Grace Lutheran Church in Destin.

Northwest Florida premiere of tango king Astor Piazzolla’s “The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires.” “His combination of effortless virtuosity, exuberance and devil-may-care attitude was irresistible,” praised The Cincinnati Enquirer. The final “connection” in this series features the internationally acclaimed Manhattan Piano Trio in a very special performance featuring the regional premiere of Peter Schickele’s (aka PDQ BACH) “Quartet for Clarinet & Piano Trio.” This performance, rescheduled from last season, will be held at the Good News United Methodist Church in Santa Rosa Beach. (Ticket holders from last season have already been transferred over and it is free to new subscribers this season.) Violinist Caroline Goulding will make an appearance in a special recital on Sunday, January 3 at Grace Lutheran Church. This concert is free to season

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subscribers and will feature the repertoire on her newly released international debut CD on the Telarc label.

On Tuesday, March 23, the Emerald Coast Conference Center will transform into “An Evening in Vintage Hollywood featuring Pink Martini.” Pink Martini’s engaging repertoire, alluring performances and top-notch orchestrations have proven an irresistible mix. Their style of part Gershwin meets Ellington meets Ricky Ricardo will energize the crowd.

In addition to the main line-up, Sinfonia’s annual holiday concert at Grace Lutheran Church on December 19 will feature the orchestra performing all of your holiday favorites as well as showcasing the popular selections of Mannheim Steamroller.

Season subscriptions are available at significant savings over single ticket prices starting at $150 for all six concerts. Subscribers receive preferred, reserved seating for all performances. Single tickets for all events are also available. Purchase and print your tickets from the convenience of your home or office by clicking www.SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or by calling the box office at 269-7129. Sinfonia’s 2009-2010 Season is presented by Regus Grand Boulevard. Classical Connections are made possible by The Boeing Company Charitable Trust.