Category: performance

The Grammy Award-winning Mariachi Los Camperos – under the direction of Nati Cano – have shared the tradition of Mexican mariachi music with audiences throughout the world. This special tour represents the 50th anniversary of the group and the 200th anniversary of Mexican independence. They are beloved by audiences everywhere for their spirited music and high-energy performances. Recommended for all ages. Running time: 60 minutes.

Curriculum Connections: Mariachi music, Mexican independence, Cultural awareness, Culturally authentic music.

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The Grammy Award-Winning Mariachi los Camperos-under the direction of Nati Cano and comprising the finest musicians from Mexico-takes the Fine Arts Center stage for a lively sensational evening of traditional music and dance from the Mexican state of Jalisco. They are beloved by audiences everywhere for their spirited music and high-energy performances.

“The unusual mix gives mariachi bands its distinct, often joyous sound. In Mariachi Los Camperos’ case, the musicians’ virtuosity gives the Grammy-winning ensemble a more polished, professional sound” (The Capital Times). More Information

Legends and young lions come together for a concert that lovingly pays tribute to John Coltrane and the music of his time. Coltrane created some of the most innovative and expressive music in Jazz history. Having worked with countless jazz musicians over the years, drummer Jimmy Cobb is probably most renowned for his contribution on Miles Davis’ recording of Kind of Blue. The evening’s program will include the music of Coltrane plus original material from the ensemble.

“There’s a moment on Miles Davis’ ‘stella by Starlight” in 1958 that crystallizes drummer
Jimmy Cobb’s brilliance. Jimmy’s seamless
change from wispy brushes behind Miles to solid wood rim shots to support Coltrane completely
changes the mood and energy level of the standard” (Jazz Wax). More Information

The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra is recognized internationally as an ensemble of the highest caliber. Maestro David Robertson captures the audience’s attention whenever he stands at the podium. Energetic and vital, few conductors are as riveting, or make the concert experience so much fun. The Amherst program includes Vaughn-Williams” “Variations on a Theme of Thomas Tallis,” John Adams” “Dr. Atomic Symphony,” and Tchaikovsky’s ‘symphony No. 6.”

‘st. Louis Symphony Orchestra music director David Robertson wants to change what is customary. The conductor of this proud 129-year-old orchestra prefers his concerts tightly connected, even if it means presenting a new-music program without the neutralizer of a tired war horse. How many major or mid-major orchestras ever do that?” (Chicago Sun-Times) More Information