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ASO Special EventsThe Masters: Joshua Bell
March 26, 2008 at 8:00 PM “Bell's tone breathes and lingers like a human voice.” – San Francisco Chronicle For more than two decades, Joshua Bell has been captivating audiences worldwide with his poetic musicality. He came to national attention at the age of 14 in a highly acclaimed orchestral debut with Riccardo Muti and the Philadelphia Orchestra. A Carnegie Hall debut, the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant and a recording contract further confirmed his unique presence in the music world. Now in his thirties, Bell’s career is exceptionally varied. He is equally at home as a soloist, chamber musician and orchestra leader, and his restless curiosity and multifaceted musical interests have taken him in exciting new directions, forging a unique career that has earned him the rare title of “classical music superstar.”
“Pure Bliss” – Associated Press “The American violinist with movie-star good looks has emerged as one of the finest musicians of his generation, whose interpretations can be seriously set beside and favorably compared to players twice his age. Dead players too.” – The Washington Post
Presenting Sponsor: Stanford
Click here to see a video of Joshua Bell performing Paganini. Click here to see a video of Joshua Bell performing with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Imagine The Beatles playing in concert with a symphony orchestra. What would that have sounded like? Find out for yourself when Classical Mystery Tour - a tribute to The Beatles, featuring original members of the Broadway sensation "BEATLEMANIA," performs live in concert with the ASO. The Fab Four musicians in Classical Mystery Tour look and sound just like The Beatles, but Classical Mystery Tour is more than just a rock concert. The show presents some 20 Beatles tunes sung, played, and performed exactly as they were written. Hear "Penny Lane" with a live trumpet section; experience the beauty of "Yesterday" with an acoustic guitar and string quartet; enjoy the rock/classical blend on the hard edged "I Am the Walrus." From early Beatles music on through the solo years, Classical Mystery Tour is the best of The Beatles like you've never heard them: totally live. Presenting Sponsor: ACXIOM David Itkin, conductor One of the most renowned ballets ever, The Nutcracker celebrates the magic of Christmas and the beauty of Tchaikovsky's enduring music. This enchanting Russian fairy tale has delighted audiences for more than a century. Dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes and classic holiday music are sure to make this Christmas tradition one of your most memorable.
  
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April 22, 2008 at 8:00 PM
