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Beatles’ songs, “And I Love Her,” and will continue with Romance for Strings by the Finnish composer Jan Sibelius. The soloist for the concert, marimba virtuoso Greg Giannascoli, will present his arrangement of “Tonight” from Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story in a version for marimba and strings. Less directly connected to the theme of love, but still romantic, is the Waltz from Serenade for Strings by Dvorak and part of the Serenade for Strings by American composer George Whitefield Chadwick. The “fire” element that connects all the concerts this season will be present not only in the guest artist’s virtuosity but also in a composition entitled “Phoenix” by the Chinese composer Changjun Xu (for marimba and strings).
In short, ASO’s 2015 Heartstrings is sure to be an event of romance. For music lovers and foodies alike, it will be a welcome valentine for both the young and the young at heart. Tickets for the concert and tea sold separately. They are available online at www. acadianasymphony.org or at the ASO Box Office at 412 Travis Street, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Acadiana’s Publication for the Arts
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