St. Louis classical calendar for the week of August 1, 2016

The Compton Heights Concert Band
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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 8. This week (August 1) is Band Showcase Night. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through August 7. The soloist this week (August 7) is tenor Hugh Smith The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Lemp Neighborhood Arts Center presents the Orchestrating Diversity Summer Concert on Sunday, August 7, at 3 p.m. "The students musicians and community players have worked countless hours to prepare a truly moving program. We'll begin with the exciting Rossini “La gazza ladra” (The Thieving Magpie) Overture. Then, our own David Brown will perform the thrillingly difficult Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1, Op.33. The concert concludes with the singular, noble, and deeply personal Schumann Symphony No. 2 in C Major, Op. 61." The performance takes place at Pilgrim Congretational Church, 826 Union in the Central West End. For more information: lemp-arts.org

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 25, 2016

The Compton Heights Concert Band in Tower Grove Park
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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 8. The guest performer this week (July 25) is soprano and Winter Opera founder Gina Galati. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through August 7. . This week (July 31) is Band Showcase Night. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Music for the Royals, a free concert on Monday, July 25, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The program includes music by Handel Mozart, Beethoven and Rodgers and Hammerstein. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Triumph or Tragedy, a free concert on Sunday, July 31, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The program includes Schubert's Symphony No. 4 ("Tragic"), Brahms's Tragic Overture, and music from James Horner's score for the movie Titanic. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The University City Summer Band presents a concert on Tuesday, July 19, at 7 p.m. "Concerts last about 80 minutes, and include a short intermission. Seating is on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket as available seating is limited. Bring your children! Bring a picnic!" The concert takes place in Heman Park, 1028 Midland in University City. For more information: ucsummerband.org.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 11, 2016

The Compton Heights Concert Band in Tower Grove Park
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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 8. The July 11 concert features David Morris, the "World's Top Whistler'. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through August 7. The guest performer this week (July 17) is St. Louis Symphony trombonist Jonathan Reycraft, who will perform Rimski-Korsakov's Trombone Concerto. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Let the Show Begin, a free concert on Sunday, July 17, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The program includes popular overtures by Beethoven, Rossini, Offenbach, and Wagner. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The University City Summer Band presents a concert on Tuesday, July 12, at 7 p.m. "Concerts last about 80 minutes, and include a short intermission. Seating is on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket as available seating is limited. Bring your children! Bring a picnic!" The concert takes place in Heman Park, 1028 Midland in University City. For more information: ucsummerband.org.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 4, 2016

The Compton Heights Concert Band in Tower Grove Park
Photo: Jim Sparks

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 8. The July 4th concert features Robert Ellison, baritone, and authentic Civil War Cannons. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through August 7. The guest performer this week (July 10) is David Morris, the "World's Top Whistler'. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Tutto Italiano, a free concert on Sunday, July 10, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The concert includes Torelli's Sinfonia for Trumpet, Tchaikovsky's Capriccio Italien, and popular Italian opera selections. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The University City Summer Band presents a concert on Tuesday, July 5, at 7 p.m. "Concerts last about 80 minutes, and include a short intermission. Seating is on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket as available seating is limited. Bring your children! Bring a picnic!" The concert takes place in Heman Park, 1028 Midland in University City. For more information: ucsummerband.org.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of August 3, 2015

The Compton Heights Concert Band

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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. The guest performer this week (August 3) is tenor Hugh Smith. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents New Orleans-based pianist Tom McDermott in an evening of ragtime and jazz on Friday, August 7, at 8 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents flautist Donald Rabin and Friends on Saturday, August 8, at 5 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 27, 2015

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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. The guest performers this week (July 27) are Red Lehr and The St. Louis Rivermen. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

Hugh Smith

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM. The guest performer this week (August 2) is tenor Hugh Smith. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Lemp Neighborhood Arts Center presents Orchestrating Diversity's Youth Orchestra in Celebrating Sibelius on Sunday, August 2, at 1 p.m. "Orchestrating Diversity is a social change program which empowers young people through the education and performance of orchestral music. Our organization brings professional musicians and college faculty to young inner-city students in an intensified educational program. This summer, students in our Urban Youth Orchestra have been working tirelessly to provide an exciting performance of Sibelius' works. The concert will feature the famous Symphony No. 2, The Swan of Tuonela, and Two Pieces for Cello and Orchestra Op.77. Come celebrate the 150th anniversary of Sibelius' birth and watch our inspiring young musicians showcase the culmination of their hard work." The performance takes place at the Demetrious Johnson Charitable Foundation, 724 Union Boulevard. For more information: www.lemp-arts.org.

3rd Millennium World's Fair

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents The 3rd Millennium World's Fair chamber ensemble performing a variety of Michael Hagmeier's original World Chamber Music works and a few classical pieces, on Tuesday, July 28, at 8 p.m. Included on the program will be some pieces written this year honoring the St. Louis area. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents violinist Hannah Frey and pianist Jennifer Spohr in a program of French music by Ravel, Franck, and Messiaen on Friday, July 231, at 8 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 20, 2015

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. This week (July 20), the guest artists are The Prettiots. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

Red Lehr and the St. Louis Rivermen

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM. The guest performers this week (July 26) are Red Lehr and The St. Louis Rivermen. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Hidden Hymns and Chants...by Chance?, a free concert on Sunday, July 26, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The concert features Gordon Jacob's Fantasia on the Alleluia Hymn, Felix Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5 (Reformation), Vaclav Nelhybel's A Mighty Fortress, Max Bruch's Kol Nidrei, and Jean Sibelius's Finlandia. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The Chartreuse Ensemble

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Chartreuse Ensemble performing The Water Cycle, new trio works by Matthew Chamberlain, Luke Carlson, Nicholas Benavides, Theophilus Chandler, Bethany Younge, and Peter Swendsen that brings together music from the Pacific, the Atlantic, and the Great Lakes, on Thursday, July 23 at 8 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Eliana Haig performing an unaccompanied solo viola recital on Saturday, July 25 at 5:30 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 13

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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. This week (July 13), the concert is a Tribute to Julie Andrews. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Prettiots

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through July 26. This week (July 19), the guest artists are The Prettiots. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Exceptional Expatriates, a free concert on Sunday, July 19, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The concert features Antonin Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in E (“from the New World”), Serge Koussevitzky:'s Concerto for Double Bass and Orchestra, Gian-Carlo Menotti's"Introduction, March and Dances” from Amahl and the Night Visitors, and Igor Stravinsky's"Berceuse and Finale” from The Firebird. The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a classical open stage night on Monday, July 13, from 7:30 – 9 PM. "Come by yourself or bring your quartet. Sight read through a Beethoven quartet or use this as an opportunity to put the finishing touches on that Hindemith Viola Sonata you have been working on. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We have a 6' grand piano and an accompanist.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Molto Italiano, an interactive concert of bel canto Italian favorites featuring soprano Sarah Orlovsky, tenor Justin E. Moore, with pianist Sarah Troxler, on Tuesday, July 14, at 8 p.m.. The evening features the music of Bellini, Rossini, Tosti, and more! The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

Adam Gabbert

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents classical guitarist Adam Gabbert on Thursday, July 16, at 8 p.m. "Adam Gabbert is a classical guitarist from St. Louis. His guitar studies were based out of Webster University and also led him to the Conservatoire National à Rayonnement Régional in Nice, France. Adam performs regularly around St. Louis both solo and with the guitar trio Nylonica." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents The Tuscany Trio performing music by Vivaldi, Dring, Francaix, and Poulenc on Friday, July 17, at 8 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 6, 2015

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. Guest artists this week (July 6) are Carl and Mason T. Capps on bluegrass guitar and mandolin. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band in
Tower Grove Park
Photo: Jim Sparks

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through July 26. This week (July 12), the concert is a Tribute to Julie Andrews. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Mostly Mozart, a free concert on Sunday, July 12, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle on the campus of Washington University. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize." The concert features music by Mozart along with Prokofiev's "Classical Symphony" and takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist Greg Mills on Friday, July 10, at 8 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist David Allen Flowers, cellist Amanda Mendez, and violinist Mark Timmerman performing "Coffee Stains" by David Allen Flowers on Saturday, July 11, at 6 PM. "'Coffee Stains' is a collection of character pieces that were designed to be performed in the busy atmospheres of a café or a lounge. The size of the ensemble is conducive to a more intimate musical environment, one that the composer hopes will engage an audience and contradict the more rigid-seeming protocol of a standard concert performance. The evening will move from images of whirring machinery, to vivid nostalgia, and even into day dreaming as the music explores the different scenes one might experience while enjoying a cup of coffee." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of June 29, 2015

Baritone Robert Ellison

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites at Mondays at 7:30 p.m. through August 3rd. This week's concert (June 29) features baritone soloist Robert Ellison and includes a performance of Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" complete with cannons. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM through July 26. Guest artists this week (July 5) are Carl and Mason T. Capps on bluegrass guitar and mandolin. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the flute/guitar duo of Erika May and Tom Byrne in an evening of jazz, Latin, and classical music on Tuesday, June 30, at 8 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Celli Amici on Thursday, July 2, at 8 PM. "Cellists Joshua Adams, Amy An, Sarah Madsen, and Mel Priese perform a program of of light classical music and favorite movie themes." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of June 22, 2015

Thomas Murrah

The American Guild of Organists presents an organ recital by Thomas Murray on Wednesday, June 24, at 8:15 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis at 4431 Lindell.  “Murray is organist and professor at Yale University and will play works of Duruflé, Grieg, Mozart, and Saint-Saëns.”  For more information: www.agostlouis.org

Christ Church Cathedral presents an organ concert by Christopher Marks on Monday, June 22, at 7:30 p.m.  "Marks is organ professor at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and will play works of Seth Bingham, Marcel Dupré, and Leo Sowerby." Christ Church Cathedral is at 13th and Olive downtown.  For more information: christchurchconcerts.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM, June 28 – July 26.  This week's concert features baritone soloist Robert Ellison and includes a performance of Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" complete with cannons.  The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage.  For more information: chband.org

The Ethical Society presents The Legend Singers in concert on Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m.  "It’s time for The Legend Singers Chorale Ensemble’s concert and tribute to Black Music History Month! We had the Divas (Women) in 2013 and the Music Royals, Kings, Princes & Dukes (Men) in 2014. This year we are celebrating African-American music genres and Family Performers!" The performance takes at the Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Road.  For more information: ethicalstl.org.

The Barber of Seville
Photo: Ken Howard

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Rossini's comedy The Barber of Seville Saturday, June 27, at 8 p.m.. "There's a good reason it's one of the world's most popular operas! Rossini's zany and sparkling score sets the gold standard for opera that is fresh, elegant, funny, and brimming with vocal fireworks. Delight as the young barber Figaro helps Count Almaviva steal the beautiful Rosina from under the nose of her doddering guardian." Performances take place at the Loretto-Hilton Center at 135 Edgar Road on the Webster University campus. All performances are sung in English with projected English text. For more information: experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644. Read the 88.1 KDHX review!

Emmeline
Photo: Ken Howard

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Tobias Picker's drama Emmeline Thursday, June 25, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 27, at 1 p.m. " Inspired by a compelling true story from a mill town in 19th century New England, Emmeline's heart-wrenching saga echoes the age-old Oedipus legend." Performances take place at the Loretto-Hilton Center at 135 Edgar Road on the Webster University campus. All performances are sung in English with projected English text. For more information: experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644. Read the 88.1 KDHX review!

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents A Little Lunch Music, a free concert with soprano Felicia Moore (Harriet Mosher in Emmeline), mezzo-soprano Emily Fons (Rosina in The Barber of Seville), baritone Jonathan Beyer (Figaro in The Barber of Seville), and pianist Andrea Grant, on Monday, June 22 at 12:30 PM.  The concert takes place at Manchester United Methodist Church, 129 Woods Mills Road in Manchester.  For more information, you may visit experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644.

Richard the Lionheart
Photo: Ken Howard

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents the American premiere of Handel's Richard the Lionheart Wednesday and Friday at 8 p.m., June 24 and 26. "If you only know him from Robin Hood, you don't know the whole story of Richard the Lionheart. Shipwrecked on the way to the Third Crusade, one of England's bravest kings must disguise himself to protect his future bride and prevent war in a foreign land. But who can he trust in this all-too-real game of thrones? Handel's virtuosic vocal writing in this opera, never before heard in the United States, makes Richard an eagerly-anticipated event for all music-lovers." Performances take place at the Loretto-Hilton Center at 135 Edgar Road on the Webster University campus. All performances are sung in English with projected English text. For more information: experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644. Read the 88.1 KDHX review!

La Rondine
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Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Puccini's La Rondine Wednesday, June 24, at 1 p.m. and Sunday, June 28, at 7 p.m. " Can a beautiful, sophisticated Parisian courtesan find happiness with a young man from the country? Or is her love affair doomed by a past she cannot keep secret? Celebrated OTSL music directorStephen Lord brings Puccini's gorgeous music and romantic storytelling to life in this stunning, newbelle epoque period production." Performances take place at the Loretto-Hilton Center at 135 Edgar Road on the Webster University campus. All performances are sung in English with projected English text. For more information: experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644. Read the 88.1 KDHX review!

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra presents The Music of U2 on Friday, June 26, at 7:30 p.m.   "Dubbed by Rolling Stone as the ‘Biggest Band in the World,’ U2 has released 13 albums and sold more than 150 million records worldwide. Channeling the global celebrity stardom of frontman Bono and the musicians of U2, conductor Brent Haven, the STL Symphony and a rock band perform U2’s greatest hits.”  The performance takes place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand.  For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents cellist Bjorn Ranheim in a program of Bach's Cello Suites 1, 3, and 5 on Monday, June 22, at 8 PM.  The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.  For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of December 22, 2014

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The Bach Society of St. Louis presents a Christmas Candlelight Concert on Tuesday, December 23, at 7:30 PM. “Capture the spirit of Christmas with Handel's Messiah! The well-known selections will highlight solos by soprano Jane Jennings, mezzo soprano Debra Hillabrand and tenor Don Frazure. Then, experience the much-anticipated candlelight procession—a cornerstone of this concert since 1951—with the Bach Society Chorus and special guests The St. Louis Children's Choirs processing throughout the hall. Favorite carols of the season and an audience sing-along promise to make this the perfect holiday family tradition.” The performance takes place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: www.bachsociety.org.

Hugh Smith

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a Holiday Pops Spectacular concert, featuring tenor Hugh Smith, soprano Gina Galati, and the St. Louis Metro Singers, on Tuesday, December 23, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place at the Peabody Opera House at 14th and Market downtown. For more information: peabodyoperahouse.com.

Steven Jarvi conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra in Pixar in Concert on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., December 27 and 28. "Watch as all your favorite characters come to life on the big screen as the STL Symphony performs music from 14 Pixar films including Toy Story, Brave, Cars, Monsters, Inc. and more. Fun for both the young, and the young at heart!" The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Christmas Party at the Tavern with the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association on Wednesday, December 25, at beginning at 5 p.m. "Come enjoy a free appetizer buffet and drink specials before going home to wait for jolly St. Nick and the sugarplum fairies. We will also receive a visit from members of the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association at 7:30 PM -- they have been singing annually in our neighborhood and collecting donations for local children's charities since 1938. Sing along, or just enjoy the music and the company!" The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

Grand Basin Brass Quintet

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents The Grand Basin Brass Quintet on Monday, December 22, at 8 PM. "The Grand Basin Brass Quintet performs an evening of holiday music that is sure to add an extra dash of cheer to the season." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a CD Release Party for pianist Holly Mead on Saturday, December 27, at 8 PM. "Pianist Holly Mead returns to St. Louis from the Bay Area for a Hometown CD Release Party. Music will commence at 8PM. There will be two sets with a brief intermission. You will hear tunes from the new album, as well as some Fauré, Joni Mitchell, holiday tunes, etc. Guest artists include Katie McCarthy (horn), Robert Frye (sax), and Chris Lauf (uke)." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of August 4, 2014

Rachel Petzoldt

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, August 4, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a flute recital by Rachel Petzoldt on Thursday, August 7, at 5:30 p.m. "Rachel Petzoldt leads a talented group of musicians in an early evening concert of chamber music by Mozart, Bach, Boehm, and Enesco. Joining Rachel are: Dan Fry, piano; Katelyn Hamre, violin; Ingrid Popp, viola; and Jonny Martin, cello.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Perseid Quartet performing "String the Quartet No. 50, Op. 76, No. 5" by Franz Joseph Haydn and the "String Quartet in C minor, Op. 51, No. 1" by Johannes Brahms. The performance takes place on Thursday, August 7, at 7:30 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

Jay Chacon

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Jay Chacon, baritone, with Jon Garrett, piano on Friday, August 8, at 8 PM. "Jay and Jon are at it again, presenting a program of Hispanic music from both sides of the Atlantic. Featuring de Falla's "Siete Canciones Populares," they will also be performing classical Mexican songs by Ponce, some zarzuela by Torroba, a few traditional Mexican songs like Besame Mucho and De Colores, and top it off with a little Gloria Estefan. Who knows, maybe there will be a little dancing involved! Come enjoy an evening of fun music, great food and drinks, and an all around good time, the Hispanic way." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 28, 2014

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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, July 28 at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a free Sunday Serenade concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sunday, August 3, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org

The Lemp Neighborhood Arts Center presents experimental/avant-garde group Bull of Heaven on Saturday, August 2, at 8 PM. " When does music become more than music? For Bull of Heaven, an experimental/avant-garde group, music has always been more than simply sonic sounds. The Denver-based duo view music as mathematics, logic, creativity and talent." The Lemp Neighborhood Arts Center is at 3301 Lemp. For more information: lemp-arts.org.

The Scott Joplin House presents a Ragtime Rendezvous on Sunday, August 3, at 2:30 PM. " The Ragtime Rendezvous is a casual listening experience for ragtime lovers, held at the Rosebud Cafe adjacent to the Scott Joplin House. There are multiple pianos at the Rosebud Cafe for anyone who wants to play or just listen to ragtime. Snacks and coffee are available for a donation. You are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages or additional food." The event takes place at the Rosebud Café, adjacent to the Scott Joplin House at 2658 Delmar. For more information: www.friendsofscottjoplin.org

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents The Los Angeles Guitar Duo on Tuesday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m. "The L.A. Guitar Duo returns to the Tavern as they once again traverse the entire length of Historic Route 66 performing in cities, towns and roadsides from Chicago to Los Angeles as part of the Rifftime on Route 66 Linear Music Festival. The Los Angeles Duo, featuring guitarists Bryan Fasola and Donovan Butez, combines the acoustic sound of the Spanish guitar with modern, extended techniques and original compositions by the unique composer and member Donovan Butez. " The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist and composer Dan Oettel on Friday, August 1, at 8 p.m. "Career music educator turned performing artist, Dan Oettel received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from SIU Edwardsville studying piano composition with the late Dr. James Woodard. He is an author as well as an awarding winning educator and composer whose works are available on Amazon, Kindle, iTunes, Rhapsody, and the other usual suspects." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist Katie Beth Smith in recital on Saturday, August 2, at 5 p.m. "Pianist Katie Beth Smith makes her debut at the Tavern with solo piano works by Mozart, Bach, and Chopin. She will also collaborate with mezzo-soprano Jennifer Brauer in songs by Rossini, Duke, and Rich, and with violinist Danika Hawkins in a work by Faure." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents tenor Nathan Ruggles, mezzo Stephanie Ruggles, and pianist Robert Valentine in a voice recital titled "Tell Me the Truth About Love" on Saturday, August 2, at 8 p.m. "Stephanie and Nathan will perform songs by Bizet, Britten, Bernstein, Wagner, Sondheim and more!" The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 21, 2014

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The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, July 21 at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a free Sunday Serenade concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sunday, July 27, at 7:30 PM. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Bright Lights of Broadway, a free concert on Sunday, July 27, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize. There is a pre-concert discussion at 7:10 pm. The concert begins at 7:30 and includes Rodgers/Hammerstein: South Pacific – Symphonic Scenario, Leigh/Darion: Man of La Mancha Selections, Lerner/Loewe: My Fair Lady Selections, Styne/Sondheim: Gypsy Selections, Harbach/Yordy/Coker: Booth Selections, arr. Sayer: Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, Rodgers/Hammerstein: Oklahoma Selections. The vocalists will be Keith Boyer, tenor and Jane Jennings, soprano." The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents an open stage recital by students of the St. Louis Childbloom Guitar Program on Saturday, July 26, at 4 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 14, 2014

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, July 14 at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a free Sunday Serenade concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sunday, July 20, at 7:30 PM. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents "The Music of the Night," a free concert on Sunday, July 20, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize. There is a pre-concert discussion at 7:10 pm. The concert begins at 7:30 and includes Mozart: "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik," mov't 1, Debussy/Luck: "Claire de Lune," Zachary Cairns: "Refracted Moonlight" (based on Debussy's "Claire de Lune" – orchestral premiere), Mozart: "O zittre nicht" (Queen of the Night aria, "Magic Flute," Act I) with soprano Stella Markou, Mendelssohn: Nocturne from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Mozart: "Der Holle Rache" (Queen of the Night aria, "Magic Flute," Act II) with soprano Stella Markou, Debussy: "Nocturnes" (Nuages and Fetes), Andrew Lloyd-Webber: Selections from "Phantom of the Opera."" The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a classical open stage night on Monday, July 14, from 7:30 – 9 PM. “Come by yourself or bring your quartet. Sight read through a Beethoven quartet or use this as an opportunity to put the finishing touches on that Hindemith Viola Sonata you have been working on. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We have a 6' grand piano and an accompanist.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents violinist Andrew Dunn on Friday, July 18, at 5:30 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents The River Song Quartet on Saturday, July 19, at 5:30 PM. "River Song is a Los Angeles-based quintet devoted to the performance of original compositions and arrangements that seamlessly blend the traditions of jazz and improvised music with western classical chamber and American folk music." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist Nicholas Susi performing music by Haydn, Debussy, and Liszt on Saturday, July 19, at 8 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of July 7, 2014

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist the Fifth Above Woodwind Quintet on Saturday, July 12, at 8 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, July 7 at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a free Sunday Serenades concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sunday, July 13, at 7:30 PM. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Water Music, a free concert on Sunday, July 13, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize. There is a pre-concert discussion at 7:10 pm. The concert begins at 7:30 and includes Sullivan: Pirates of Penzance Overture, Liadov: Enchanted Lake, Johann Strauss: On the Beautiful Blue Danube, arr. Gold: Rainy Day Medley, Handel: Water Music Suite, Vivaldi: Flute Concerto in F Major ("Tempest at Sea") with young artist soloist Shiori Tomatsu, Badelt/Ricketts: Pirates of the Caribbean Selections." The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of June 30, 2014

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Musical Mondays concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Monday, June 30 at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place in Tower Grove Park at the historic Henry Shaw Bandstand. For more information: chband.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a free Sunday Serenades concert featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sunday, July 6, at 7:30 PM. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band's "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Gateway Festival Orchestra presents Aire of Romance, a free concert on Sunday, July 6, at 7:30 PM. "Enjoy a free live concert by a fifty-piece professional orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket for relaxing on the grass in beautiful Brookings Quadrangle. Parking is free and plentiful. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is available for purchase, and children receive an attendance prize. There is a pre-concert discussion at 7:10 pm. The concert begins at 7:30 and includes Howard Hanson: Symphony No. 2 ("Romantic"), Beethoven: Romance in F Major for Violin and Orchestra with young artist soloist Samantha Lord, Johann Strauss: Wine, Women, and Song, John Thomas: Jazz Romanza for English Horn and String Orchestra (premiere) with soloist Cathleen Woelbling-Paul, M. Legrand: Selections by Michele Legrand." The concert takes place at the Brookings Quadrangle on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org.

The Scott Joplin House presents a Ragtime Rendezvous on Sunday, July 6, at 2:30 PM. "The Ragtime Rendezvous is a casual listening experience for ragtime lovers, held at the Rosebud Cafe adjacent to the Scott Joplin House. There are multiple pianos at the Rosebud Cafe for anyone who wants to play or just listen to ragtime. Snacks and coffee are available for a donation. You are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages or additional food." The event takes place at the Rosebud Café, adjacent to the Scott Joplin House at 2658 Delmar. For more information: www.friendsofscottjoplin.org.

Nicholas Susi

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents pianist Nicholas Susi performing Liszt's Première année de pèlerinage: Suisse, S. 160 and Sonata in B minor, S. 178, on Tuesday, July 1, at 7:30 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Cardinal Quartet performing Mendelssohn's String Quartet Op. 12, No. 1 and Beethoven's String Quartet Op. 18, No. 2 on Thursday, July 3, at 7:30 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of June 23, 2014

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents free Sunday Serenades concerts featuring marches, show tunes and classical favorites on Sundays at 7:30 PM, June 29 – July 27. The concerts takes place in Francis Park at Donovan and Eichelberger on the Compton Heights Band’s "Carol Joy Brooks Memorial" Stage. For more information: chband.org.

The Foundry Art Centre presents a Patriotic Concert by the St. Louis Wind Symphony on Sunday, June 29, at 3 PM. "Come to the Foundry Art Centre to celebrate Independence Day with the Saint Louis Wind Symphony as they play the beautiful songs of the USA! In the Grand Hall of the Foundry Art Centre, the Symphony will present a lively mixture of marches, light classics, show tunes, and patriotic melodies. Admission is only $8 and the concert is general seating; please arrive early to claim the seat you desire." The Foundry Art Centre is at 520 North Main Center in St. Charles, MO. For more information: foundryartcentre.org.

The Gesher Music Festival presents a free concert by festival musicians on Monday, June 23, at 7:30 PM at Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. Members of the Gesher Festival will perform a variety of works including selections from the concert series. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

Osvaldo Golijov

The Gesher Music Festival presents a House Concert in "an exclusive Clayton residence" on Tuesday, June 24, at 7:30 PM. Seating is limited. The program will consist of music of Roussel, White, Gould and Golijov. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

The Gesher Music Festival presents Dreams and Prayers, featuring works of Albert Roussel, Ernest Bloch, and Osvaldo Golijov, on Wednesday, June 25, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place at the Wool Studio Theater at the JCC, 2 Millstone Campus Drive. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

The Gesher Music Festival presents Child featuring works of David Lang, Michael White and Felix Mendelssohn, on Thursday, June 26, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place at the Washington University School of Music, 560 Trinity. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

The Gesher Music Festival presents Dreams and Prayers, featuring works of Albert Roussel, Ernest Bloch, and Osvaldo Golijov, on Saturday, June 28, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place at the Ethical Society, 9001 Clayton Road. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

The Gesher Music Festival presents Child featuring works of David Lang, Michael White and Felix Mendelssohn, on Sunday, June 29, at 7:30 PM. The concert takes place at the Wool Studio Theater at the JCC, 2 Millstone Campus Drive. For more information: www.geshermusicfestival.org.

Michael Porter as the Chevalier de la Force
and Kelly Kaduce as Blanche de la Force
in Dialogues of the Carmelites

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents A Little Lunch Music, a free concert with Daveda Karanas (Mother Marie, Dialogues of the Carmelites), Michael Porter (Chevalier de la Force, Dialogues of the Carmelites), and Andrew Kroes (Spokesman of the Temple, The Magic Flute), and pianist Andrea Grant, on Monday, June 23 at 12:30 PM. The concert takes place at Bonhomme Presbyterian Church, 14820 Conway Road in Chesterfield. For more information, you may visit experienceopera.org or call 314-961-0644.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents STL Cultural Flamenco Society in Noche Flamenca! on Friday, June 27, at 8 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of December 23, 2013

David Robertson

Updated Monday, December 23

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The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Robertson presents The Music of John Williams on Friday and Saturday at 7 PM and Sunday at 2 PM, December 27-29, at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand. "John Williams has transported imaginations across time and space with his iconic Hollywood soundtracks. David Robertson leads a program of Williams scores including Star Wars, Harry Potter, JFK and more." For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Compton Heights Concert Band presents a Holiday Pops Spectacular on Monday, December 23, at 7 PM at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand. Featured soloists are soprano Gina Galati, the Columbia Chorale, and Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano, a 9-piece authentic mariachi band founded over 50 years ago by Nati Cano. "Selected by the prestigious Smithsonian Institution for the renowned Folkways recordings, Mariachi Los Camperos represents the finest of their genre in the United States. The stunning performance by Mariachi Los Camperos last year with the Compton Heights Band resulted in an amazing 10 minute encore!" For more information: chband.org.

Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a Holiday Concert with Karista Koehler, soprano and Steve Neal, piano, on Monday, December 23 at 7:30 PM. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents its annual Christmas Party on Tuesday, December 24, from 5 to 9 PM. “Come enjoy a free appetizer buffet and drink specials before going home to wait for jolly St. Nick and the sugarplum fairies. We will also receive a visit from members of the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association -- they have been singing annually in our neighborhood and collecting donations for local children's charities since 1938. Sing along, or just enjoy the music and the company!” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Avant-Garde Arts Night on Thursday, December 26, at 7:30 PM. “The St. Louis Avant-Garde Ensemble returns to headline A-G Arts Night featuring Tom Zirkle, percussion; Jim Hegarty, piano/electronics; Tracy Andreotti, cello; Fred Tompkins, flute; and Scott Price, guitar.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.