The Pasadena Symphony continues its Singpoli Classics Series with Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto for a powerful and romantic Valentine’s program on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 at Ambassador Auditorium. Music Director David Lockington returns to the podium for the Symphony’s ode to romance, which pairs Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 with Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece. One of the most-loved violin concertos ever written, Tchaikovsky composed his Violin Concerto during an emotionally turbulent time while on respite on the shores of Lake Geneva. There’s no better way to spend Valentine’s Day than with the most famous love letter ever penned to music.
Two-time Grammy nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient Jennifer Frautschi will join the orchestra to perform Tchaikovsky’s Violin Colo, thought by many to be the most technically difficult work for the violin. You won’t want to miss Frautschi’s breathtaking performance, which the Washington Posthas described as “commanding, incisive and absolutely riveting.” An alumna of the Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra program, Frautschi returns to her roots for this exclusive Southern California engagement.
Make it a night to remember and treat your Valentine to a one-of-a-kind occasion with dinner in the luxurious Sierra Auto Symphony Lounge, yet another addition to the delightful and elegant concert experience the Pasadena Symphony offers. A posh setting at Ambassador Auditorium’s beautiful outdoor plaza, the Lounge will offer a specialized Valentine’s menus by Claud & Co for both lunch and dinner, a full bar and fine wines by Michero Family Wine Estates, plus music before the concert and during intermission.
Performances on Feb. 13, 2016 take place at both 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and are accompanied by pre-concert discussions with David Lockington one hour before curtain. The Ambassador Auditorium is located at 131 South St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA. Ticket prices start at $35 and may be purchased online at www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org or by calling (626) 793-7172.
