Jefferson City Community Concerts Association

2008-2009 Concert Season

All performances will be held at 7:00 pm. No reserved seating.

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Previous Concerts of the 2008/2009 Season

THE WORLD FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA - Sold Out

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Remember when swing was king, when zoot suits were hot, and songs such as “In the Mood” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo” were even hotter? Big band brass sounds and unique jazz melodies are what bring audience members back year after year to one of the greatest bands of all time. Formed in 1956, the Glenn Miller Orchestra has been playing compositions from its 1,700 music library to over 300 live audiences annually. Under the music direction of trombonist Larry O’Brien, the 19-member band will perform upbeat melodies that have been thrilling audiences for over four decades. Don’t miss an evening with one of the most popular bands to ever grace the music industry as it makes a stop in the heart of Mid-Missouri.

Adults $20.00 Students $10.00 - Miller Performing Arts Center • www.glennmillerorchestra.com

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MAIDENS IV • ‘CELTIC FIRE WITH CLASS’

Friday, March 6, 2009

Audience members will be delighted by the Maidens IV mix of the rock and roll lavor of the Bothy Band and the angelic voice talent of Celtic Woman. Enjoy the original compositions of Celtic and Folk music lare from the four Justice Sisters of the music ensemble Maidens IV. These Ohio natives blend the instrumental sounds of the violin, viola and guitar to create a powerful harmonious sound that audiences have hailed as fresh, vibrant and passionate! Members of all ages are sure to enjoy the rhythmic sounds and harmonious voices of the Maidens IV.

Adults $15.00 Students $8.00 - Miller Performing Arts Center • www.maidensmusic.com

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JEFFERSON CITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Tuesday, April 28 – William Tell Overture with Piano Competition Winner

Tuesday, February 10 – Children’s Concert - Peter and the Wolf with Dancers Alley, Carnival of the Animals

Tuesday, November 11 – Beethoven’s Choral Symphony #9, Schindler’s List, Bernstein’s On the Waterfront

Adults $15.00 Students $8.00 Richardson Auditorium

www.jcsymphony.org

ESTERHAZY QUARTET

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

For more than three decades, audiences have enjoyed the warmth and elegance that the Esterhazy Quartet brings to its discerning interpretations of the standard and modern string quartet repertoire. Critics have praised the Quartet for its intelligence, refinement and velvety palette of tonal colors.

The Esterhazy Quartet maintains an active touring schedule in the Americas and Europe, including performances for the Mozarteum in Buenos Aires, the Beethoven Society in Santiago de Chile, the Haydn Festspiele in Austria and the Banff Centre for the Arts in Canada. They have been featured repeatedly on National Public Radio Broadcasts such as the highly acclaimed "Hear America First" and "Quartessence" series.

Adults $15.00 Students $8.00 - Miller Performing Arts Center • music.missouri.edu/ensembles/esterhazy.html

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AN EVENING WITH ROCKAPELLA - Friday, September 5, 2008

Returning to the capital city after a sold-out performance two years ago! What happens when you blend rock and a cappella? ROCKAPELLA! Their unique sounds have been captivating audiences for over two decades with appearances on Where in The World Is Carmen Sandiego to the PBS series Spike & Co.: Do It A Cappella. Originating from four eager and talented Brown University students, the group has been captivating audiences for over two decades. Join the five talented members of this 21st century international touring group as they dazzle the greater Jefferson City audience members with a unique blend of sound, harmony and vocal extravaganza.

Adults $25.00 Students $15.00 – Miller Performing Arts Center • www.rockapella.com.