Hailed for his superior artistry as the Spanish maestro of the guitar, Angel Romero is one of the most sought-after and recorded musicians of his generation. In 2000, Romero was knighted and given Spain's Grand Cross of Isabela la Catolica, the country's highest honor. Recent engagements include performances with the New York Philharmonic, the Cleveland Orchestra and Royal Philharmonic. the program concludes with Rimsky-Korsakov's Arabian Nights-inspired, colorful and exotic Scheherazade.
With more than 30 million album sales and six Grammys in multiple categories, Amy Grant is one of the most successful crossover artists and voices in the music industry today. She also has six #1 hits including "Baby, Baby" and "Every Heartbeat". Proceeds from the Legend concert benefit The JacksonSymphony's education and outreach programs.
From the striking summer thunderstorms to the quiet sounds of falling snow, TJS's Concertmaster Sue-Jean Park and The Jackson Symphony guide listeners through Vivaldi''s Four Seasons, one of the most adored violin concertos ever written. The concert concludes with two contrasting Russian works: the world premiere of the intense Garden of Gethsemane by the young female composer Sanicheva and the joyous 9th Symphony by the 20th Century master, Dimitri Shostakovich.
The daughter of famed film composer Henry Mancini, Monica Mancini and The Jackson Symphony celebrate a romantic Valentine's Day. Monica Mancini has carved out an impressive career of her own as a concert performer, recording artist and Double-Grammy Award Nominee. She has appeared with major symphony orchestras worldwide including the Chicago, Dallas and Seattle symphonies.
Joining forces with choirs from area universities, The Jackson Symphony presents Orff's theatrical and dramatic Carmina Burana which has often been heard in numerous movies and television shows. The Jackson Symphony also performs Hindemith's delightful, vigorous and at times jazzy Symphonic Metamorphosis.
Experience the excitement and fun of Hitsville, U.S.A.! Selctions to be performed by Broadway stars will include the music of Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and many more.
Back by popular demand, the Dallas Brass is one of America's foremost music ensembles. The ensemble will perform holiday favorites from A Merry Christmas with Brass and Nutcracker albums. This concert also includes The Jackson Symphony's traditional sing-along.
SYMPHONY NEWS:
Crystal Ball reservations are being taken now! Call the office at 731-427-6440 for more information! Tables are $1,000 for a table of (8) or $125 per person. Champagne Reception by Mary Lynn Sparks and Friends; music and dancing by Maji! Dinner by Gourmet Your Way! Proceeds from this black tie optional ball go to the education and outreach programs of The Jackson Symphony. Click here for more information.
