St. Cecilia Music Center

Announcing Another Stellar Line-up for the 2010/2011 Jazz and Classical Concert Series

Thursday, August 20 2009

The Great Artist Gala will begin the season on October 14, 2010 with “The Ambassador of the American Songbook” Michael Feinstein performing at St. Cecilia Music Center’s annual black-tie gala. This event includes an elegant pre-concert reception and post-concert reception.

St. Cecilia Jazz *will take place in the winter months of the season, beginning on December, 2, 2010 with a performance by the *Bad Plus. January 27, 2011 will bring world-renowned Dave Holland Quintet and on February 22, 2011 Ann Hampton Callaway will round out the three-concert series with an evening of Cole Porter tunes.

St. Cecilia Classical will occur in the spring months of the season beginning on March 17, 2011 with a performance by the Ying String Quartet performing works by Mozart, Beethoven and Enescu. April 14, 2011 will bring the return of David Finckel, cellist of the Emerson String Quartet, but this time he will appear with his wife, pianist Wu Han and their program will include works by Beethoven and Brahms. The season ends on May 19, 2011featuring a concert with clarinetist, David Shifrin.

“We bring world-renowned artists to perform on St. Cecilia’s Jazz and Classical Series for one night only,” says Cathy Holbrook, Executive Director of St. Cecilia Music Center. “These musicians are some of the most sought-after performers today with amazing careers and accolades to their names. Instead of having to travel to hear these performers, Grand Rapids music-lovers can enjoy them right here at St. Cecilia in the intimate setting of Royce Auditorium in downtown Grand Rapids.” “We exist to bring music to the community,” Holbrook adds. “Every time we have a concert, ticket sales help with costs but we must raise additional funds to make up the difference. Season ticket sales, our Great Artist Gala fundraising event, as well as corporate, foundation, and individual sponsorships for all of our concerts help us continue our mission. Without the support from generous organizations and individuals we couldn’t bring these world-renowned performers or offer the many other programs that St. Cecilia produces.”

Season tickets to the Classic and Jazz Concert Series are now available at special rates by calling 616-459-2224 or visiting St. Cecilia Music Center at 24 Ransom NE, Grand Rapids, 49503. Tickets can be also purchased online.

Season tickets are $90 for A section seating and $75 for B section seating for the three concerts within each series; All six concerts in both series is offered at $150 for A section seating and $150 for B section seating. Single tickets are $35 for A section and $30 for B section. Every concert is preceded by a wine and appetizer reception for $15 each. Pre-concert reception reservations must be made 48 hours prior to the evening of the concert and can be obtained by calling 616.459.2224 or go online.

For tickets to individual concerts and the Great Artist Gala event contact the St. Cecilia Music Center box office at 616.459.2224 or purchase tickets online under Concerts and Events.