Pasadena Symphony to Perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, 2/13

The Pasadena Symphony continues its Singpoli Classics Series with Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto for a powerful and romantic Valentine's program on Saturday, February 13 at Ambassador Auditorium. Music Director David Lockington returns to the podium for the Symphony's ode to romance, which pairs Sibelius' Symphony No. 2 with Tchaikovsky's masterpiece. One of the most-loved violin concertos ever written, Tchaikovsky composed his Violin Concerto during an emotionally turbulent time while on respite on the shores of Lake Geneva. There's no better way to spend Valentine's Day than with the most famous love letter ever penned to music.

Two-time Grammy nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient Jennifer Frautschi will join the orchestra to perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Colo, thought by many to be the most technically difficult work for the violin. You won't want to miss Frautschi's breathtaking performance, which the Washington Post has described as "commanding, incisive and absolutely riveting." An alumna of the Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra program, Frautschi returns to her roots for this exclusive Southern California engagement.

Make it a night to remember and treat your Valentine to a one-of-a-kind occasion with dinner in the luxurious Sierra Auto Symphony Lounge, yet another addition to the delightful and elegant concert experience the Pasadena Symphony offers. A posh setting at Ambassador Auditorium's beautiful outdoor plaza, the Lounge will offer a specialized Valentine's menus by Claud & Co for both lunch and dinner, a full bar and fine wines by Michero Family Wine Estates, plus music before the concert and during intermission.

Performances on February 13, 2016 take place at both 2:00pm and 8:00pm and are accompanied by pre-concert discussions with David Lockington one hour before curtain. The Ambassador Auditorium is located at 131 South St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA. Ticket prices start at $35 and may be purchased online at www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org or by calling (626) 793-7172.

IF YOU GO

• What: The Pasadena Symphony presents Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto.
• When: Saturday, February 13 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• Where: Ambassador Auditorium | 131 South St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
• Cost: Tickets start at $35.00
• Parking: Valet parking is available on South St. John Avenue for $15. General parking is available in two locations: next to the Auditorium (entrance on St. John Ave) at the covered parking structure for $10 and directly across Green Street at the Wells Fargo parking structure at 350 W Colorado Blvd (entrance on Terrace at Green St). ADA parking is located at the above-ground parking lot adjacent to the Auditorium (entrance on St. John Ave.) for $10. Parking purchased onsite is cash only.
• Sierra Auto Symphony Lounge: Located on the plaza at Ambassador Auditorium. Opens at 12:30 pm before the matinee and 6:00pm before the evening performance.
• Pre-Concert Discussion: Pre-concert discussions with Music Director David Lockington begins one hour before curtain and is available to all ticket holders at no cost.