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April 2014
Romanticism in music means music which sets out to mean something, the music of relationship. This concert has relationships: Nietzsche to Strauss to Kubelik to Hal to Computer Viruses to the Musician of Now. Another relationship is the girl next door, Amber Wagner. She may have grown up in Oregon but she’s taking the Wagner world by storm, as well as getting huge praise for her singing of the Four Last Songs. Nothing defines Romanticism like the music of Richard Strauss. In invoking the philosophy of Nietzsche he created a musical opening which Stanley Kubrick used to evoke the beginning of time in the movie, 2001 A Space Odyssey. At the end of Strauss’ life he illuminated the golden end of an era in his “Four Last Songs.” Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http:// www.ticketswest.com.
April 13: Air Supply Air Supply’s Graham Russell & Russell Hitchcock became instant friends with their common love for The Beatles and, of course, singing. After seven top-five singles included on albums “Lost in Love,” “The One That You Love,” “Now & Forever,” and “The Greatest Hits,” Air Supply’s simple yet majestic songs create unique sounds and lasting memories. Their live shows always hold audiences captive around the world and Northern Quest Resort & Casino is proud to present a permanent force in modern music. Northern Quest Casino, 100 N Hayford Rd, Airway Heights, WA 99001. For tickets, please log on to http://northernquest.com/.
April 22-23: Chamber Soiree 3: Spring Spokane Symphony’s Chamber Soirees feature exciting, yet intimate musical experiences with the Symphony’s outstanding musicians in this second year at the Spokane Club. The always diverse ensembles from outstanding musicians of the orchestra provide exciting chamber music in an inviting setting. Table seating includes local wines paired with hors d’oeuvres and dessert crafted by the Spokane Club’s Chef Urs Moser. For your convenience, reserved parking in the Spokane Club Garage may be purchased in advance for just $15 for the three-concert series. The Spokane Club. 1002 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. Ticket prices are $48 for table seating, which includes food and wine, and $20 for gallery seating. Single tickets may be purchased at the Box Office or Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 West Sprague Avenue, or by calling 509-624-1200. Tickets are also available at The Spokane Club one hour before the concert, and at all TicketsWest outlets.
April 26: Spokane Symphony SuperPops: Video Games Live Video Games Live™ is an immersive concert event featuring music from the most popular video games of all time. The Spokane Symphony and Chorale will perform along with exclusive video footage and music arrangements, synchronized lighting, solo performers, electronic
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percussionists, live action and unique interactive segments creating an explosive entertainment experience! Video Games Live™ bridges the entertainment gap between fans of the symphonic orchestral experience and video gamers providing a completely new and unique experience for families, gamers, and non-gamers alike. Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http:// www.ticketswest.com.
April 27: Blue Öyster Cult Pioneering the heavy metal style while providing inspiration to psychedelic jam bands and arena rockers alike, genrebenders Blue Öyster Cult offer the world a taste of the wild side. The group has been known to incorporate elements of sciencefiction and dark occultism into their jawdropping live show, and this allegiance to dynamic and masterful performances has led to the group being covered by everyone from Metallica and HIM to moe. Formed on a college campus in 1967, Blue Öyster Cult are best known for their smash singles “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Burnin’ for You” and “Godzilla.” Riff-heavy and headbanging while intelligently hook-laden, the band remains a staple among the heavy metal greats. Northern Quest Casino, 100 N Hayford Rd, Airway Heights, WA 99001. For tickets, please log on to http://northernquest.com/.
April 27: Spokane Youth Symphony: “Air” “Air” features the Spokane Youth Symphony Orchestra’s own Shane Maurer, principle flute, performing the exciting and energetic “Allegro Moderato” from Carl Neilsen’s Concerto for Flute and Orchestra. Additionally, this concert concludes the adventure of the Pastoral Symphony with the exciting third fourth and fifth movements, which begin with the happy gathering of country folk, is interrupted by a fierce storm, and concludes with the celebration of a shepherd after the storm’s passing. Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http:// www.ticketswest.com.
April 30: Arlo Guthrie For the past year Arlo Guthrie has been touring solo in celebration of his father Woody Guthrie’s centennial. Arlo continues to honor the elder Guthrie’s remarkable legacy with a series of live shows accompanied by a small band for a spirited musical tribute. He returns to Spokane to play at one of his favorite venues, The Bing Crosby Theater! Folk music icon Arlo Guthrie is a legendary artist who shares timeless stories and unforgettable classic songs as he carries on the Guthrie family legacy. With his singular voice as both a singer-songwriter and social commentator, he has maintained a dedicated fan base that spans the globe. A celebrated figure in American music, Arlo connects with communities far and wide leaving a lasting impression of hope and inspiration. His artistic ventures help bridge an often-divided world through his powerful
spirit of song, and his inimitable musical ingenuity forges to new creative heights as he continues to entertain generations. The Bing Crosby Theatre. 901 W. Sprague Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.
May 1: An Evening With The Steep Canyon Rangers With smooth vocals, smart songwriting, ferocious instrumentals and jaw- dropping harmony, the Rangers are bringing Bluegrass to music lovers across the USA and around the world. The Bing Crosby Theatre. 901 W. Sprague Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.
May 1: Spokane Symphony Link Up: The Orchestra Moves The Spokane Symphony presents Link Up performances with approximately 900 area students in grades three through five. Link Up is a program of the Weill Music Institute at Carnegie Hall which connects classrooms with the symphony as they perform together in concert. In the program titled “The Orchestra Moves” teachers and students use workbooks provided by Carnegie Hall, as they delve into elements of music and learn to play recorder and sing songs they will perform with the orchestra. The fully scripted concert will feature Eckart Preu, conductor, Dave Weatherred, Master of Ceremonies, with guest singers and a surprise finish! Families are encouraged to attend the evening performance to witness this amazing opportunity for our students. Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http:// www.ticketswest.com.
May10-11: Spokane Symphony Classics: Russian Greatness It doesn’t get bigger, more dramatic, more colorful, more Russian, than Alexander Nevsky and Pictures at an Exhibition. Alexander Nevsky, Prokofiev’s film score to Eisenstein’s 1938 film, looks back to the year 1242 when Prince Alexander saved his people from the invading Germans. The final blow, the Battle on the Ice, became a pioneering example of orchestral sound effects. Thrill to the Spokane Symphony Chorale as mighty Russian chorus, and mezzo-soprano Meredith Arwady as a devastated war bride. Then this glorious season struts through a gallery of primitive paintings and marches into summer through the Great Gate of Kiev. Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http:// www.ticketswest.com.
May 18: Spokane Youth Symphony: “Fire” In the concluding concert of the Spokane Youth Symphony, “Fire” we showcase the talents of our concerto competition winners. These students have been selected through a competitive process—one that requires sheer fiery determination to pursue, endure, and triumph. Also on this program is Henry Cowell’s “American Melting Pot,” a piece celebrating the multiple cultures and