One weekend, gold trifecta ticket in Ventura, Calif. with Perlman, Isbin and Hancock, April 30-May 2
Tina Vervoorn
March 08, 2010
Ventura, Calif. is the only city on the planet to see all three legendary Grammy Award musicians in concert: Classical guitarist Sharon Isbin, violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman and jazz musician Herbie Hancock perform in concert back-to-back April 30-May 2 as part of the Ventura Music Festival´s 16th season.
What a difference three days can make for a musical weekend to remember. Three of music´s true greats will grace local stages as they perform to capacity crowds as a part of the Ventura Music Festival´s 16th season entitled "Romanze."
The Ventura Music Festival also will welcome Calefax Reed Quintet from Amsterdam, Escher String Quartet, silver medalist at the Cliburn Competition pianist Yeol Eum Son and Tea & Trumpets with the Festival Brass throughout the season, ending May 8, 2010.
Trifecta Concert Weekend, April 30 – May 2
Who: Sharon Isbin, classical guitarist
When: 8 p.m., April 30
Where: Ventura Missionary Church, 500 High Point Dr., Ventura
Cost: $40/$30/$15 (student)
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Who: Itzhak Perlman, virtuoso violinist
When: 8 p.m., May 1
Where: Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard
Cost: $80
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Who: Herbie Hancock, jazz musician
When: 2 p.m., May 2
Where: Ventura College West Athletic Field, 4667 Telegraph Rd., Ventura
Cost: $50/$35/$15 (student); VIP tents and tables for 8 or 12 include food and beverage, call for details.
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Sharon Isbin
Acclaimed classical guitarist Sharon Isbin is hailed as "the pre-eminent guitarist of our time." Her lyrical and versatile style has won dozens of accolades, including a 2010 Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Soloist Performance for her performance with Joan Baez and Mark O´Connor on their Journey to the New World CD. Isbin has performed in many of the world´s most famous concert halls, including a November 2009 concert at the White House for President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Information: www.sharonisbin.com.
Itzhak Perlman
The world´s reining violin virtuoso, Perlman has spent the past five decades thrilling concertgoers around the world with his limitless talent, exuberant style and flawless technique. Born in Tel Aviv, this Israeli-American violin master´s musical repertoire covers most every genre and his collaborations crisscross the world´s diverse musical boundaries. He is a four-time Emmy Award winner and has been honored with 15 Grammy awards. Information: www.imgartists.com/?page=artist&id=210
Herbie Hancock
A child musical prodigy, Hancock´s illustrious career spans five decades. Referred to as the nation´s first-call jazz ambassador and true icon of modern music, he will share his eclectic musical style and unmistakable voice with thousands of appreciative fans as a part of his River of Possibilities Tour. On Hancock´s latest project, the CD River: the Joni Letters, the progressive pianist/composer´s aim was to dissect the lyrics of some of Joni Mitchell's most famous songs. Instead of the instruments accompanying the lyrics, Hancock and producer Larry Klein arranged the music to interpret the emotions of the lyrics, all while keeping intact the melodies Mitchell fans know and love. The album was hugely popular and garnered Hancock the 2008 Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Information: www.herbiehancock.com.
About the Ventura Music Festival
Founded in 1994, the Ventura Music Festival presents concerts featuring nationally known singers, instrumentalists, ensembles, soloists, and chamber orchestras performing in various historic settings throughout the City of Ventura. Today, the festival stands as one of Ventura County´s signature events, attracting upwards of 10,000 concertgoers during the first 10 days of May.
Each year, the Ventura Music Festival´s Education Outreach Program Series presents live performances, stories, and one-on-one interactions that reach out to approximately 4,000 local students and youth with "Music in the Schools," presented by Artistic Director Nuvi Mehta.
The Ventura Music Festival is a nonprofit 501(3) organization. Information: (805) 648-3146 or www.venturamusicfestival.org.
What a difference three days can make for a musical weekend to remember. Three of music´s true greats will grace local stages as they perform to capacity crowds as a part of the Ventura Music Festival´s 16th season entitled "Romanze."
The Ventura Music Festival also will welcome Calefax Reed Quintet from Amsterdam, Escher String Quartet, silver medalist at the Cliburn Competition pianist Yeol Eum Son and Tea & Trumpets with the Festival Brass throughout the season, ending May 8, 2010.
Trifecta Concert Weekend, April 30 – May 2
Who: Sharon Isbin, classical guitarist
When: 8 p.m., April 30
Where: Ventura Missionary Church, 500 High Point Dr., Ventura
Cost: $40/$30/$15 (student)
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Who: Itzhak Perlman, virtuoso violinist
When: 8 p.m., May 1
Where: Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard
Cost: $80
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Who: Herbie Hancock, jazz musician
When: 2 p.m., May 2
Where: Ventura College West Athletic Field, 4667 Telegraph Rd., Ventura
Cost: $50/$35/$15 (student); VIP tents and tables for 8 or 12 include food and beverage, call for details.
Tickets: www.venturamusicfestival.org or (805) 648-3146
Sharon Isbin
Acclaimed classical guitarist Sharon Isbin is hailed as "the pre-eminent guitarist of our time." Her lyrical and versatile style has won dozens of accolades, including a 2010 Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Soloist Performance for her performance with Joan Baez and Mark O´Connor on their Journey to the New World CD. Isbin has performed in many of the world´s most famous concert halls, including a November 2009 concert at the White House for President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Information: www.sharonisbin.com.
Itzhak Perlman
The world´s reining violin virtuoso, Perlman has spent the past five decades thrilling concertgoers around the world with his limitless talent, exuberant style and flawless technique. Born in Tel Aviv, this Israeli-American violin master´s musical repertoire covers most every genre and his collaborations crisscross the world´s diverse musical boundaries. He is a four-time Emmy Award winner and has been honored with 15 Grammy awards. Information: www.imgartists.com/?page=artist&id=210
Herbie Hancock
A child musical prodigy, Hancock´s illustrious career spans five decades. Referred to as the nation´s first-call jazz ambassador and true icon of modern music, he will share his eclectic musical style and unmistakable voice with thousands of appreciative fans as a part of his River of Possibilities Tour. On Hancock´s latest project, the CD River: the Joni Letters, the progressive pianist/composer´s aim was to dissect the lyrics of some of Joni Mitchell's most famous songs. Instead of the instruments accompanying the lyrics, Hancock and producer Larry Klein arranged the music to interpret the emotions of the lyrics, all while keeping intact the melodies Mitchell fans know and love. The album was hugely popular and garnered Hancock the 2008 Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Information: www.herbiehancock.com.
About the Ventura Music Festival
Founded in 1994, the Ventura Music Festival presents concerts featuring nationally known singers, instrumentalists, ensembles, soloists, and chamber orchestras performing in various historic settings throughout the City of Ventura. Today, the festival stands as one of Ventura County´s signature events, attracting upwards of 10,000 concertgoers during the first 10 days of May.
Each year, the Ventura Music Festival´s Education Outreach Program Series presents live performances, stories, and one-on-one interactions that reach out to approximately 4,000 local students and youth with "Music in the Schools," presented by Artistic Director Nuvi Mehta.
The Ventura Music Festival is a nonprofit 501(3) organization. Information: (805) 648-3146 or www.venturamusicfestival.org.
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