| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Alondra Conducts CoplandPresented by San Antonio Symphony at Majestic Theatre May 25-May 26, 2012 Alondra de la Parra, conductor
Mikhail Simonyan, violin
Copland quotes the theme from his Fanfare for the Common Man and uses it to create one of the most dramatic finales in American music.
Khachaturian: Violin Concerto
Copland: Symphony No. 3 | San Antonio Symphony | 05/25/12-
05/26/12 | San Antonio |
Americans for the Arts 2012 National ConventionPresented by City of San Antonio, Office of Cultural Affairs at Grand Hyatt Hotel Riverwalk Hotel June 8-June 10, 2012 The New Normal—a term we hear every day, but does it mean anything to the work of your organization?
If not, it should. The New Normal isn't just "learning to do more with less." It's also about rapidly changing demographics: a huge increase in the number of Americans over the age of 65; a switch from majority-minority America to one that is increasingly multiethnic; and a swelling digital generation with different world views. The New Normal isn't just our... | City of San Antonio, Office of Cultural Affairs | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | San Antonio |
Art281 Call for ArtistsPresented by San Antonio Glass Art Guild at My Place Bar & Grille February 15-September 14, 2012 The San Antonio Glass Art Guild (SAGAG) is announcing a call for artists for the Third Annual ART281 Art Show & Sale being held Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 10 am - 5 pm at My Place Bar & Grille in Bulverde, Texas. Artwork must be handmade, high quality pieces.
“We anticipate a number of excellent glass artists to jury in, but we would like to expand our reach and invite more of the many talented painters, sculptors, potters, photographers and fiber artists in our... | San Antonio Glass Art Guild | 02/15/12-
09/14/12 | Bulverde |
Artsplosions Multicultural Enrichment CampPresented by Artsplosions Multicultural Enrichment Camp June 11-June 16, 2012 Juneteenth Freedom Coalition in collaboration with Artsplosions Multicultural Enrichment Camp (AMEC) will conduct a summer camp which focuses on the arts and technology. At the end of the camp, we will celebrate Juneteenth with a parade at the end of the week. The following classes will be offered to children and youth: Visual Arts, Dance, Music (strings), Technology (graphic art, film, and video production), Drama, and Entrepreneurship. | Artsplosions Multicultural Enrichment Camp | 06/11/12-
06/16/12 | San Antonio |
Bruckner BlockbusterPresented by San Antonio Symphony at Majestic Theatre June 1-June 2, 2012 Sebastian Lang-Lessing, conductor
Olga Scheps, piano
“Bruckner is the heir of all the means of expression of Romanticism at its height. In his music, which covers the whole range of human feelings, there is not one single note that does not proclaim an immediate bond with Eternity.” -Willhelm Furtwangler
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2
Bruckner: Symphony No. 7 | San Antonio Symphony | 06/01/12-
06/02/12 | San Antonio |
Buddy Guy & Jonny LangPresented by Majestic Theatre at Majestic Theatre June 19, 2012 Blues guitar legend Buddy Guy and guitar virtuoso Jonny Lang bring the blues to the Majestic Theatre!
Buddy Guy is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, six time Grammy Award winner, and a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Rolling Stone ranked him in the top 30 of its "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time."
Jonny Lang begin playing the guitar at the age of twelve and released his critically acclaimed... | Majestic Theatre | 06/19/12 | San Antonio |
Geoff Tate of QueensrychePresented by Charline McCombs Empire Theatre at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre May 31, 2012 ACOUSTIC BAND PERFORMING SOLO MATERIAL AND QUEENSRŸCHE CLASSICS LIVE
Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his work with the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. Geoff is regarded as one of the most skilled vocalists in the genre with hundreds of modern, popular artists citing him and his band as a major influence. Combining social consciousness and expertly crafted lyrics with high-energy, melodically complex music,... | Charline McCombs Empire Theatre | 05/31/12 | San Antonio |
| Gillian Welch | Charline McCombs Empire Theatre | 06/07/12 | San Antonio |
Idina MenzelPresented by Majestic Theatre at Majestic Theatre June 12, 2012 Hot on the heels of her wildly successful 2011 Symphony Tour, Tony Award-winning actress, singer and songwriter Idina Menzel, star of Broadway's Wicked and the original stage production of Rent, is hitting the road again with a brand new show on an extensive North American tour! | Majestic Theatre | 06/12/12 | San Antonio |
Jazz Poets of San AntonioPresented by G.I.G. on the Strip at G.I.G. February 13, 2012-February 24, 2014 Poets perform original poetry pieces and perform them over a live band making improv jazz/blues music. GIG on the Strip is an alcohol and smoke free venue that is great for the whole family! | G.I.G. on the Strip | 02/13/12-
02/24/14 | San Antonio |
LOVing Summer Theater, Dance, Voice & Craft Camps!!Presented by Land Of Virtuosity at Land Of Virtutoisy June 4-August 11, 2012 Camps at the Land Of Virtuosity are Summer LOVing!!
* All camps include camp fees, costume & production fees and camp t-shirt!
* Camps are for 2nd grade and up, unless otherwise noted.
* Discounts available for campers who are taking multiple camps or who have siblings in camps at the same time.
* Early drop-off available for a nominal fee.
* Theater, Dance & Voice camps have a performance at the end of every camp, so you may enjoy what your... | Land Of Virtuosity | 06/04/12-
08/11/12 | San Antonio |
People en Español - FestivalPresented by People Magazine at Alamodome September 1-September 2, 2012 People en Español will bring its Festival event—celebrating Latino culture and entertainment—to San Antonio on September 1 – 2. A weekend celebration of the hottest in Latino culture featuring concerts, celebrity appearances, family activities, workshops and more, People en Español’s Festival is an annual event that will relocate from New York City to San Antonio for the first time. Festival San Antonio will now become a destination weekend for all... | People Magazine | 09/01/12-
09/02/12 | San Antonio |
| SAIPC Summer Showcase of Young Pianists | San Antonio International Piano Competition | 06/24/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Graham Reynolds and Golden Arm TrioPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum August 12, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink available... | Witte Museum | 08/12/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Henry Brun and the Latin PlayerzPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum November 11, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink available... | Witte Museum | 11/11/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: John Magaldi & Primetime Jazz OrchestraPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum September 9, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances^ are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink... | Witte Museum | 09/09/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Ken SlavinPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum October 28, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances^ are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink... | Witte Museum | 10/28/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Mission City Hot Rhythm CatsPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum July 8, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink available... | Witte Museum | 07/08/12 | San Antonio |
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: South Texas Jazz QuartetPresented by Witte Museum at Witte Museum June 10, 2012 Sunday Jazz at the Witte is back for its eighth season! Kicked off by the UIW Jazz Ensemble in April, this season’s line up brings out some of the best local and regional bands jazz has to offer. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the calming courtyard, lay down your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the outdoors. All performances are from 4 - 7 p.m. Museum galleries close at 5 p.m., however, the H-E-B Science Treehouse remains open until 7 p.m. Food and drink available... | Witte Museum | 06/10/12 | San Antonio |
Texas Folklife FestivalPresented by Institute of Texan Cultures at Institute of Texan Cultures June 8-June 10, 2012 The Institute of Texan Cultures presents the Texas Folklife Festival, a three-day celebration of the people, cultures and customs of Texas.
The festival features music, food, dance, artisans and demonstrators who preserve the folkways of the many cultures of Texas. The festival brings together more than 40 unique cultures, 250 participating organizations, 150 menu items, 60 arts & crafts vendors and several stages of music, dance and entertainment. | Institute of Texan Cultures | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | San Antonio |
TPR Presents: Itinerarios with Alondra de la ParraPresented by Texas Public Radio May 23, 2012 TPR Presents: Itinerarios" takes you on a musical journey through Central and South America. From villancicos of the 16th and 17th centuries, to guitar classics from modern masters, and even songs of the mariachi, you’ll be entertained and enlightened by the experience.
The centerpiece of the evening’s program will be an on-stage interview with the Mexican conductor Alondra de la Parra.
| Texas Public Radio | 05/23/12 | San Antonio |
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