Music of the Americas to Headline Utah Symphony Lollipops Concerts

The Utah Symphony, led by Associate Conductor Vladimir Kulenovic, will perform an exposition of exotic works inspired by the Americas including a visual display from the animated short film "El Salón México," set to Aaron Copland's symphonic work of the same name.

The orchestra will perform these Latin influenced works also including Silvestre Revuelta's "La Noche de Los Mayas," March 30 at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in Abravanel Hall. Other featured selections are Pablo De Sarasate's Fantasy on Bizet's "Carmen" with Utah Symphony Associate Principal Violin Kathryn Eberle soloing, Arturo Marquez's Danzón No. 2, Leonard Bernstein's Overture to Candide and Oscar Lorenzo Fernandez's "Batuque" from "Reisado Cuatros Estaciones Porteños."

Prior to each performance, Summerhays Music and the Utah Symphony Youth Guild will offer an Instrument Petting Zoo, which will provide children the opportunity to play different instruments in the lobby of Abravanel Hall.

Single tickets for the performances range from $6 to $20 and can be purchased by calling (801) 355-ARTS (2787), in person at the Abravanel hall ticket office *123 W. South temple) or by visiting www.utahsymphony.org. Season ticket holders and those desiring group discounts should call (801) 533- NOTE (6683). All ticket prices are subject to change and availability. Ticket prices will increase when purchased on the day of the performance.