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2011-2012 Concert Series
In the 2011-2012 Season, Conductor Dana Mambourg Zimbric returns to lead you through an exploration of The ABC’s of Musical Literacy at the Balboa Theatre.  Children become familiar with the instruments of the orchestra, learn how music is made, and how music comes together in all sorts of ways.  This interactive and entertaining season is sure to delight music lovers of all ages!

EDUCATORS: Subscribe to all 2011-2012 School-Day concerts and your students can gain the benefits of our mini-maestro program.
School Day Concert Reservations Now Available: Call us at 619-231-2311

FAMILIES: Family Concert Tickets are available at 619-231-2311.

Ellington's Nutcracker
Experience the transformation of Tchaikovsky's classical ballet into a swinging jazz masterpiece by legendary composer and bandleader Duke Ellington and arranger Billy Strayhorn. Join the Classics Philharmonic and guests from Malashock Dance as they infuse the famous tale with rhythm, style, and a whole lot of jazz.

School Day Performances
Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 9:30 am & 11:30 am
Thursday, November 10, 2011: 9:30 am & 11:30 am

Family Concert
Sunday, November 13, 2011: 2:00 pm

Performances at the Balboa Theatre, Downtown:
868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

 


Mozart Masterworks
Take a journey back in time when men wore powdered wigs and rode in gilded carriages. Join the Classics Philharmonic and guest actors as they visit with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and hear remarkable music from one of the most gifted composers the world as known.

School Day Performances

Wednesday, January 25, 2012: 9:30 am & 11:30 am
Thursday, January 26, 2012: 9:30 am & 11:30 am

Family Concert
Sunday, January 29, 2012: 2:00 pm

Performances at the Balboa Theatre, Downtown:
868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

 


Copland's America
Explore the rich music of twentieth century composer Aaron Copland and the "American" sound. Sing along with the Classics Philharmonic Orchestra and experience the collaboration of guest dancers and musicians as we celebrate Copland's extraordinary music through works that celebrate our great nation.

School Day Performances

Wednesday, March 21, 2012: 9:30 am & 11:30 am
Thursday, March 22, 2012: 9:30 am & 11:30 am

Family Concert
Sunday, March 25, 2012: 2:00 pm

Performances at the Balboa Theatre, Downtown:
868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Concert-related books are available in our book corner.

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