St. Louis classical calendar for the week of March 12, 2018

BandTogether's 2014 pops concert

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BandTogether presents A Night of Classics for Those Who Hate Classical Music, their 21st anniversary concert, on Saturday, March 17, at 8 pm. "Do you claim to hate classical music? Attending our concert will change your mind! Spend your St. Patricks Day evening discovering the beauty and wonder of classical music. Gary Reynolds and Jeff Girard will direct our 100-member ensemble to popular pieces such as Ride of the Valkyries, Clair de Lune, Bolero, Carmina Burana, and more." The concert takes place at the 560 Music Center, 560 Trinity in University City. For more information: bandtogetherstl.com.

The Chamber Music Society of St. Louis presents Baroque Too on Monday, March 12 at 7:30 pm. "Woodwinds shine in a Baroque program showcasing flute, oboe, bassoon and harpsichord. Woodwinds shine in a Baroque program showcasing flute, oboe, bassoon and harpsichord." The program takes place at the Sheldon Ballroom on Washington in Grand Center. For more information: chambermusicstl.org.

The Chamber Project St. Louis presents Opposition on Friday, March 16, at 8 p.m. Artists working under oppressive situations eloquently implore the world for peace and compassion, while expressing the brutality of their situations. Andriessen writes from imprisonment, and Shostakovich was a free man in name only. The Cellist of Sarajevo tells the story of one man's nightly vigil in his war-torn city." The concerts take place at The Chapel Venue, 6238 Alexander Drive. For more information: www.chamberprojectstl.org.

Left Bank Books welcomes author and pianist Catherine Kautsky, who will sign and discuss her new book, Debussy's Paris: Piano Portraits of the Belle Époque on Monday, March 12, at 7 pm. "Claude Debussy's exquisite piano works have captivated generations with their dreamlike atmosphere and mysterious soundscapes. Written in Paris at the height of the Belle Époque, the music creates a soundtrack for Parisians' enjoyment of such delights as clowns, mermaids, eccentric dances, and the dark tales of Edgar Allan Poe. Debussy's Paris explores how key works reflect not only the most appealing and innocent aspects of Paris but also more disquieting attitudes of the time such as racism, colonial domination, and nationalistic hostility." Left Bank Books is at 399 N. Euclid in the Central West End. For more information: left-bank.com.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Opera Tastings on Tuesday, March 13, at 7 pm. "Delight all of your senses as music from across the history of opera is paired with delicious food and drink, crafted specifically to complement the flavors of the music. Each event takes place at a different venue, and features a unique menu created by some of the region's best chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists. Join us to expand your palate - and your love of music!" The event, which features Chinese cuisine, takes place at the Mandarin House Banquet Hall, 8000 Olive in University City. For more information: experienceopera.org.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Opera Tastings on Wednesday and Thursday, March 14 and 15, at 7 pm. "Delight all of your senses as music from across the history of opera is paired with delicious food and drink, crafted specifically to complement the flavors of the music. Each event takes place at a different venue, and features a unique menu created by some of the region's best chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists. Join us to expand your palate - and your love of music!" The event, which features "inventive continental food and cocktails," takes place at the Jefferson Ballroom at Moulin Events, 2017 Chouteau. For more information: experienceopera.org.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Opera Tastings on Saturday, March 17, at noon. "Delight all of your senses as music from across the history of opera is paired with delicious food and drink, crafted specifically to complement the flavors of the music. Each event takes place at a different venue, and features a unique menu created by some of the region's best chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists. Join us to expand your palate - and your love of music!" The event, which features a chocolate-infused menu", takes place at 23 City Blocks in the Cortex District, 4240 Duncan. For more information: experienceopera.org.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Opera Tastings on Sunday, March 18, at 1 and 7 pm. "Delight all of your senses as music from across the history of opera is paired with delicious food and drink, crafted specifically to complement the flavors of the music. Each event takes place at a different venue, and features a unique menu created by some of the region's best chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists. Join us to expand your palate - and your love of music!" The 1 pm event features food by J's Catering and takes place at A Taste of Elegance, 3900 Goodfellow. The 7 pm event features locally-sourced African favorites and takes place at Turn Restaurant, 3547 Olive in Grand Center. For more information: experienceopera.org.

Bernard Labadie conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and soprano soloist Lydia Teuscher Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, March 16 and 17. The program consists of Haydn's Symphony No. 99, the Symphony in C minor by Henri-Joseph Rigel, and opera and concert arias by Mozart. The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

Gemma New

Gemma New conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra in Pinocchio's Adventures in Funland on Sunday, March 18, at 3 pm. "Travel to funland with the SLSO and actors from The Black Rep and dancers from COCA as they bring to life the enchanting tale of Carlo Collodi's most beloved marionette, all while entertaining, educating and introducing your family to the riches of live music. This concert will also feature excerpts from other childhood favorites including The Barber of Seville Overture and Flight of the Bumblebee!" The concert takes place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The St. Louis Wind Symphony performs on Wednesday, March 14, at 7 PM. The performance takes place at the Touhill Performing Arts Center on the University of Missouri - St. Louis campus. For more information: stlwindsym.org.

The St. Louis Wind Symphony peforms on Sunday, March 18, at 3 pm. The performance takes place in the Keating Theatre at the Viragh Center on the Chaminade College Preparatory School campus in Ladue. For more information: stlwindsym.org.