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Fort Wayne Philharmonic
- Address: 4901 Fuller Drive Fort Wayne, IN 46835
- Phone: (260) 481-0770
- Fax: (260) 481-0769
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The Fort Wayne Philharmonic holds over 300 performances in Northeast Indiana each year. The Fort Wayne Philharmonic, under the direction of Music Director Andrew Constantine, holds over 300 performances in Northeast Indiana each year. The Phil’s core purpose is to foster and instill a lifelong love of classical music through performance and education.
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2018-10-06 19:30:00
2018-10-06 21:30:00
Opening Night With Renée Fleming
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor <br />Renée Fleming, soprano<br /><br />One of the world's most beloved and celebrated singers, Renée Fleming opens the 75th Anniversary Season with a wide-ranging program beginning with Richard Strauss's ravishing "Four Last Songs", plus popular songs on the second half. The concert will begin with the world premiere of an overture for the Philharmonic's Anniversary Season by American composer Joel Puckett.<br /><br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. Musically Speaking is hosted by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic conducting staff, musicians, and guest artists.<br /><br />Locations<br />For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy Theatre: The Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-10-17 19:30:00
2018-10-17 21:30:00
Beethoven and Mendelssohn
<p>Beethoven - Variations on "La ci darem la mano"<br />Mendelssohn - Trio for Piano, Violin and Cello no.2, op.66<br />Beethoven - String Quartet No. 10, Op. 74 "Harp"<br /><br />Two of the greatest composers of the 19th century converge on a program that opens with Beethoven's homage to Mozart in his variations from the opera "Don Giovanni" for oboes and English horn, and concludes with his string quartet named for pairs of players whose arpeggios mimic the plucking of a harp.</p>
Auer Center for Arts & Culture Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-10-21 14:00:00
2018-10-21 16:00:00
Beethoven and Mendelssohn
<p>Beethoven - Variations on "La ci darem la mano"<br />Mendelssohn - Trio for Piano, Violin and Cello no.2, op.66<br />Beethoven - String Quartet No. 10, Op. 74 "Harp"<br /><br />Two of the greatest composers of the 19th century converge on a program that opens with Beethoven's homage to Mozart in his variations from the opera "Don Giovanni" for oboes and English horn, and concludes with his string quartet named for pairs of players whose arpeggios mimic the plucking of a harp.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-10-27 19:30:00
2018-10-27 21:30:00
The Rach 2
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor<br />Lisa de la Salle, piano<br /><br />Strauss - Don Juan, Op. 20<br />Strauss - Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59: Suite<br />Rachmaninoff - Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18<br /><br />The brilliant young French pianist Lisa de la Salle will play Rachmaninoff's most popular piano concerto, with its blizzard of notes and luxuriant string melodies. Two showpieces by Strauss provide the perfect accompaniment, putting the Philharmonic's stunning virtuosity on full display.<br /><br />-<br /><br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. Musically Speaking is hosted by Fort Wayne Philharmonic conducting staff, musicians, and guest artists. <br /><br />Location:<br />For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy Theatre: The Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-10-28 14:00:00
2018-10-28 15:00:00
Halloween Spooktacular
<p>Caleb Young, Conductor<br /><br />Saint-Saens - Danse Macabre<br />Grieg - Lyric Suite: March of the Dwarfs <br />Offenbach - Orpheus in the Underworld: Overture<br />Williams - Harry Potter excerpts<br /><br /><br />Family-friendly ghosts and goblins converge in costume at the Philharmonic's annual concert of Halloween favorites. The afternoon begins with activities for kids in the lobby and the Instrument Petting Zoo, sponsored by the Philharmonic Friends, and ends with cherished music from John Williams' score to the movie "Harry Potter".</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-11-03 19:30:00
2018-11-03 21:30:00
Disney's Fantasia
<p>Caleb Young, Conductor<br /><br /><br />"Fantasia" brought to life Walt Disney's dazzling animated imagery with great orchestral classics. The cinematic masterpiece is presented with the live Fort Wayne Philharmonic performing a compilation of scenes from the original 1940 movie version and "Fantasia 2000", including "The Sorcerer's Apprentice", "Pomp and Circumstance", and music from "The Firebird".</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-11-10 19:30:00
2018-11-10 21:30:00
Britten's War Requiem
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor<br />Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus<br />IPFW Chorus<br />Fort Wayne Children's Choir<br />Soprano, Tenor, and Baritone soloists<br /><br /><br />Britten - War Requiem, Op. 66<br /><br /><br />This concert will be performed nearly 100 years to the day after the armistice of World War I. The Philharmonic and special guests are featured in Benjamin Britten's powerful masterpiece that juxtaposes the Roman Catholic Requiem Mass with contemporary texts illustrating the ravages of war.<br /><br /><br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. Musically Speaking is hosted by Fort Wayne Philharmonic conducting staff, musicians and guest artists. <br /><br />Location:<br />For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy Theatre: The Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-11-17 19:30:00
2018-11-17 21:30:00
The Grand Viola
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor<br />Zoe Martin-Doike, viola<br /><br /><br />Britten - Suite on English Folk Tunes, Op. 9<br />Bruch - Romanze for Viola and Orchestra, Op. 85<br />Paganini - Sonata per la Grand Viola<br />Stravinsky - Apollo<br />Part - Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten <br /><br /><br />Works of profound beauty and originality comprise this program curated by music director Andrew Constantine. English folk tunes, pastoral scenes, reminiscences of those loved and lost, and odes to music and dance will fill the evening and delight the senses.</p>
300 E. Wayne Street Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2018-12-07
2018-12-15
Holiday Pops
<p>Caleb Young, Conductor <br /><br /><br />Five spectacular concerts for 2018!<br />Friday, December 7 at 7:30 pm.<br />Saturday, December 8 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm.<br />Saturday, December 15 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm.<br /><br /><br />Immerse yourself in the traditional music, memories and popular culture of Christmas and experience the true spirit of the season. This is entertaining, exciting, authentic fun for the whole family. Revel in scenic splendor, exquisite dancing, special appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Fort Wayne Children's Choir, a carol sing-along, and the "Hallelujah" chorus.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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Messiah by Candlelight
First Wayne Street United Methodist Church
December 13, 2018 - December 14, 2018 (Select Dates)
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2018-12-13 19:30:00
2018-12-14 21:30:00
Messiah by Candlelight
<p>Benjamin Rivera, conductor<br />Philharmonic Chorus<br />Soloists<br /><br /><br />Handel - Messiah, HWV 56<br /><br />Handel's most recognizable and revered masterpiece is performed to the warm glow of candlelight in the most luminous of settings. The Philharmonic's "Messiah" is now considered Fort Wayne's most popular, sold-out holiday tradition. Experience the "Hallelujah" Chorus and other favorites in a Christmas event you'll never forget.</p>
300 E Wayne St Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-01-12 19:30:00
2019-01-12 21:30:00
Petrouchka
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor <br />Andrew Wan, violin<br /><br />Dukas - L'apprenti sorcier (The Sorcerer's Apprentice)<br />Chausson - Poeme, Op. 25<br />Ravel - Tzigane, rapsodie de concert, for violin and orchestra<br />Stravinsky - Petrouchka <br /><br /><br /><br />Colorful French works fill the first half of this concert, including "The Sorcerer's Apprentice", a work popularized in Walt Disney's 1940 classic film "Fantasia". Petrouchka is Stravinsky's brilliant ballet burlesque about the playful and very naughty clown audiences have loved for over a century. And, it's a tour de force for the orchestra. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. Musically Speaking is hosted by Fort Wayne Philharmonic conducting staff, musicians and guest artists. <br /><br />Location:<br />For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy Theatre: The Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-01-16 19:30:00
2019-01-16 21:30:00
Bartók's String Quartet
<p>Beethoven - Excerpts from "Fidelio"<br />Schumann - Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1, Op. 105<br />Bartók - String Quartet No. 1, Sz. 40<br /><br /><br />Bartók's first quartet displays the composer's early interest in Hungarian folk music, and is a musical love letter dedicated to a relationship that was never meant to be. The concert opens with Beethoven's sparkling wind octet adaptation of great themes from his only opera.</p>
Auer Center for Arts & Culture Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-01-20 14:00:00
2019-01-20 16:00:00
Bartók's String Quartet
<p>Beethoven - Excerpts from "Fidelio" <br />Schumann - Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1, Op. 105<br />Bartok - String Quartet No. 1, Sz. 40<br /><br /><br />Bartok's first quartet displays the composer's early interest in Hungarian folk music, and is a musical love letter dedicated to a relationship that was never meant to be. The concert opens with Beethoven's sparkling wind octet adaptation of great themes from his only opera.</p>
2101 Coliseum Blvd E Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-01-26 19:30:00
2019-01-26 21:30:00
Wynonna In Concert
<p>Caleb Young, conductor<br /><br /><br />Five-time Grammy® winner Wynonna will perform her greatest hits with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Once dubbed by Rolling Stone as "the greatest female country singer since Patsy Cline", this iconic performer has received more than 60 industry awards, reaching the heart of the human spirit through her rich and commanding voice and bold and unflinching honesty.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-02-02 19:30:00
2019-02-02 21:30:00
Bizet's Carmen
<p>Andrew Constantine, Conductor<br />Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorus<br />Members of the Fort Wayne Children's Choir <br />Soloists<br /><br /><br />Bizet - Carmen<br /><br /><br />The world's most popular opera. A femme fatale for the ages, Carmen's allure is spellbinding as she seduces a hapless corporal and a dashing bullfighter before meeting her tragic demise. Bizet's bewitching melodies, including the "Habanera" and the "Toreador Song", and stunning projected visuals make this semi-staged production an ideal introduction to the thrill of opera. <br /><br /><br />-<br /><br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. <br /><br />Location:<br />For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy: the Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-02-09 19:30:00
2019-02-09 21:30:00
Beethoven's 2nd Symphony
<p>Benjamin Rivera, conductor<br />Kevin Keys, baritone<br /><br /><br />Piston - Serenata <br />Vaughan Williams - Five Mystical Songs<br />Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on a theme by Thomas Tallis<br />Beethoven - Symphony No. 2<br /><br /><br />Beethoven's delightful symphony is full of youthful energy, rhythm, and even musical jokes. Vaughan Williams' "Fantasia" features the Freimann Quartet in the midst of the full string orchestra, performing poignant renditions of English Renaissance melodies. This is one of the most popular classical music works of all time.</p>
300 E Wayne St Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-02-16 19:30:00
2019-02-16 21:30:00
The Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel
<p>Guest conductor Michael Krajewski and vocalists AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle team up with the Philharmonic to capture the essence of Simon and Garfunkel's 1960 folk rock harmonies, complete with beautiful acoustic arrangements of standards such as "Mrs. Robinson", "Homeward Bound", "Sounds of Silence" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water".</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-02-23 19:30:00
2019-02-23 21:30:00
Barber and Vaughan Williams
<p>Andrew Constantine, conductor<br /><br /><br />Robert deMaine performs Barber's Cello Concerto, a work of musical fireworks and aching lyricism. The concert concludes with Vaughan Williams' most popular symphony, a pastoral romance that sings with emotional strength and spirituality.<br /><br /><br />-<br /><br />Musically Speaking<br />This free pre-concert talk, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Friends, is designed to provide audience members insight into the evening's concert program and featured guest artists. For Masterworks concerts at the Embassy, it is located in the Gallery of the Grand Wayne Center. For Masterworks concerts at Auer Performance Hall, it is located in Instrumental Rehearsal Room 120. Musically Speaking starts at 6:30 pm (one hour before every Masterworks concert).</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-02-24 14:00:00
2019-02-24 15:00:00
Carnival of the Animals
<p>Saint-Saens - Carnival of the Animals<br />Poulenc - L'histoire de Babar (The story of Babar, the little elephant)<br /><br /><br />This musical menagerie of creatures of all shapes and sizes teaches young audiences about the instruments of the orchestra. Tortoises, hens, elephants, and even kangaroos parade through two colorful and educational pieces for music lovers of all ages.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-03-02 19:30:00
2019-03-02 21:30:00
An Evening With Leslie Odom, Jr.
<p>Caleb Young, conductor<br /><br /><br />"Hamilton" star, and winner of the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical, Leslie Odom, Jr. makes his Fort Wayne debut in a concert of old standards, Broadway showstoppers, and jazz hits, proving why his solo albums are topping the charts.<br /><br /></p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-03-06 19:30:00
2019-03-06 21:30:00
And This Is My Beloved
<p>Borodin's string quartet boasts one of the most enduringly romantic tunes ever written, immortalized in the 1953 musical "Kismet". "This Is My Beloved" was recorded by crooners and musical icons from Sarah Vaughan and Mario Lanza to Sammy Davis, Jr.</p>
Auer Center for Arts & Culture Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-03-10 14:00:00
2019-03-10 16:00:00
And This Is My Beloved
<p>Borodin's string quartet boasts one of the most enduringly romantic tunes ever written, immortalized in the 1953 musical "Kismet". "This Is My Beloved" was recorded by crooners and musical icons from Sarah Vaughan and Mario Lanza to Sammy Davis, Jr.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-03-16 19:30:00
2019-03-16 21:30:00
Beethoven's 9th: An Ode To Joy
<p>Andrew Constantine, conductor<br />Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorus<br />Fort Wayne Children's Choir<br />Soloists<br /><br /><br />Beethoven's 9th has inspired audiences with its monumental scale, intensive technical demands, and the utopian idealism of its "Ode To Joy". It is stunningly paired with American composer John Adams' musical commemoration of the victims of 9/11, a work described as "a place where you can go and be alone with your thoughts and emotions."</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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"Cinderella" - Presented by Fort Wayne Philharmonic and Fort Wayne Ballet
March 22, 2019 - March 24, 2019 (Select Dates)
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2019-03-24
"Cinderella" - Presented by Fort Wayne Philharmonic and Fort Wayne Ballet
<p style="text-align: center;"><span><strong>Cinderella</strong><br /></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span><strong>Friday, March 22, 2019 - 7:30 PM - 9:15 PM</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span><strong>Saturday, March 23, 2019 - 2:30 PM - 4:15 PM</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span><strong>Saturday, March 23, 2019 - 7:30 PM - 9:15 PM</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span><strong>Sunday, March 24, 2019 - 2:30 PM - 4:15 PM </strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span>A wicked stepmother and two jealous stepsisters keep poor Cinderella in rags and make her do all the house work. One day a special invitation arrives: a royal ball! After being left behind, Cinderella meets her fairy godmother and four season fairies who magically transform her reality into a dream come true. At the ball, Cinderella enchants the handsome Prince Charming, but the spell wears off at midnight... </span><br /><br /><span>Will she escape the wrath of he stepmother and sisters and find true love?</span><br /><br /><span>Come early and enjoy plenty of delightful, pre-performance treats and activities!</span></p>
Arts United Center Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-03-30 19:30:00
2019-03-30 21:30:00
Salute To America
<p>Caleb Young, conductor<br /><br /><br />Sandi Patty, the most awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music, will lead this concert that also features the Indiana University Singing Hoosiers in a musical tribute to the United States of America. Sandi began as an overnight sensation and now is one of the country's most beloved performers. Stunning arrangements for voice, chorus, and orchestra will feature music made famous, right here in America.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-04-06 19:30:00
2019-04-06 21:30:00
Sibelius 2
<p>Andrew Constantine - conductor<br /><br /><br />Sibelius was Finland's greatest composer and a national hero. His most famous symphony is full of soaring melodies and folk like references. Joel Puckett's Concerto, an infectious intertwining of eight short vignettes, receives its orchestral premiere at this concert.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-04-27 19:30:00
2019-04-27 21:30:00
The Fantastic Symphony
<p>Andrew Constantine, conductor<br />Stewart Goodyear, piano<br /><br /><br />Berlioz's psychedelic symphonic portrait tells the tale of an artist's self-destructive passion for a beautiful woman. It is full of obsessions and dreams, ecstasy and despair. Grieg's concerto was an instant success, a work of charm, teeming with vitality and perfect simplicity.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-04-28 14:00:00
2019-04-28 15:00:00
Sports In Music: Faster Higher Stronger!
<p>For the athlete in all of us, assistant conductor Caleb Young and the Philharmonic will warm up with the NFL sports themes and music from the Olympics before hitting a home run with "Casey at the Bat", a hysterical romp for orchestra and narrator.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-05-08 19:30:00
2019-05-08 21:30:00
Shining River
<p>Shafer Mahoney's Shining River for flute and harp opens this varied program curated for Freimann Series audiences by musicians of the Philharmonic. Bruckner's lovely C minor string quartet wasn't discovered until 55 years after his death and was first performed in 1951.</p>
Auer Center for Arts & Culture Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-05-11 19:30:00
2019-05-11 21:30:00
Rhapsody & Rhythm: The Gershwin Concert Experience
<p>This multimedia concert celebrates the ingenious musical legacy of George and Ira Gershwin, including their most popular songs such as "I Got Rhythm", "'S Wonderful", "They Can't Take That Away From Me", "Summertime", as well as George Gershwin's masterpiece, "Rhapsody in Blue". Musical performances and choreography are complemented by rare Gershwin family home videos, photos and recordings along with wonderful stories that will offer an inside view of the iconic Gershwin Brothers.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-05-12 14:00:00
2019-05-12 16:00:00
Shining River
<p>Shafer Mahoney's "Shining River" for flute and harp opens this varied program curated for Freimann Series audiences by musicians of the Philharmonic. Bruckner's lovely C minor string quartet wasn't discovered until 55 years after his death and was first performed in 1951.</p>
2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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2019-05-18 19:30:00
2019-05-18 21:30:00
Dvorák and Janácek
<p>With its military bands, dazzling fanfares, and 13 additional brass players, Janácek's "Sinfonietta" sounds as fresh today as it did at its premiere. Opening the program are two seminal works by fellow countryman Antonin Dvorák, whose lively, folk-like sensibilities defined the language of the late 19th-century Romantic music.</p>
125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN
America/Indiana/Winamac
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