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EROICA AND A HARP

It means heroic in Italian.  And when Beethoven wrote his powerful Third Symphony, Eroica, he had Napoleon in mind. . .until he learned that the revolutionary had turned tyrant.  Nevertheless, the piece embodies the bold spirit of revolution and will be performed by the Erie Phil on Saturday, November 14 at the Warner Theatre.

Also featured on the program is world renowned harpist Yolanda Kondonassis.  According to The Los Angeles Times, her "colorful harp playing is smooth, resourceful, ever-musical." "It was a performance that confirmed her artistry and affirmed the instrument's solositic personality," according to The Cleveland Plain Dealer. Since making her debut at age 18 with the New York Philharmonic, she has appeared as soloist with numerous major orchestras. As a Telarc recording artist, Kondonassis has won universal critical acclaim for her fourteen discs, which include much of the standard repertoire, as well as her own transcriptions and compositions for harp. Kondonassis will perform Handel’s Harp Concerto and Ravel’s Introduction and Allegro with the Philharmonic.

Classics in the Evening with WQLN’s Wally Faas, a pre-concert discussion, will be presented in the First Niagara Community Room adjacent to the Warner Theatre beginning at 7:15 pm. It is free to ticket holders. Ticket Prices for the show range from $15 - $50. Discounts are available for students, groups, and seniors, and $10 Rush Tickets will be available 15 minutes before show time. Doors open at 7 p.m.

The 2009-2010 season is presented by Scott Enterprises. The Symphonic Series is sponsored by Erie Insurance, WQLN, and JET Radio. This concert is sponsored by BNY Mellon Wealth Management and The Talking Phone Book.
 

LET MAESTRO MIX YOUR MOJITO

Join us for a special guest bartending event at the Bel Aire on Thursday, November 12 and support your Erie Phil. Conductor Daniel Meyer and friends of the Phil will be serving up your favorite cocktails from 5:30-8:00 PM, and all tips will be donated directly to the orchestra.

Enjoy drink specials and buy one get one appetizers all night long! Meet your friends at Victor’s at the Bel Aire Hotel, 2800 West 8th Street, and Get Your Phil of good food, good drinks and good company!

TWENTY GETS YOU PLENTY - ONE DAY SALE

A first-of-its-kind sale, the Erie Phil will reduce ticket prices for one day only:  Wednesday, December 16.  ALL TICKETS WILL BE $20.  That's up to 60% off the regular price of tickets for the remainder of the 2009-2010 concert season.

"It's our gift to the community who has provided such wonderful support over the past two years since Conductor Daniel Meyer has joined the orchestra," Executive Director Eric Borenstein said.  "Whether it's a gift for a friend or family member, or you plan to treat yourself to a performance after the holidays are long gone, it's an unprecedented offer."

You can purchase tickets at our box office at 609 Walnut St. from 9 am to 8 pm, by phone or online. 

ORDER HOLIDAY POPS TICKETS NOW

You know them and you love them. . . holiday musical favorites performed by your Erie Philharmonic. From Sleigh Ride to Silent Night, Come Home for the Holidays continues to be Erie's premier holiday tradition.

On Saturday, December 12, the orchestra will be joined by the Erie Philharmonic Chorus and the Young People's Chorus of Erie.  We'll also welcome 12-year-old pianist Sasha Voinov to the stage to make for a memorable, festive evening for all.  Hurry, reserve your seat today!

TAKE NOTE

NOV 12   Mix It Up With The Maestro, Guest Bartending, Bel Aire, 5:30 PM

NOV 14   Beethoven's Eroica, Warner Theatre, 8 PM

DEC 1      Jr. Phil Winter Concert, Fairview Middle School, 7:30 PM

DEC 2     Jr. Phil Ensembles Concert, Luther Memorial Church, 7:30 PM

DEC 12   Come Home for the Holidays, Warner Theatre, 8 PM

DEC 16   One Day Sale, Erie Phil Box Office, 9 AM