Italian Getaway - Philadelphia Event
Italian Getaway
Thursday, January 15 at 6:30 PM·6:30 p.m.·Rittenhouse·Kimmel Center·300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Italian Getaway
Thu, Jan 15 • 6:30 p.m.
Kimmel Center
Rittenhouse
Ready for a winter escape? Jet off to sun-drenched Italy with Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony and blast off with a rare gem by legendary film composer John Williams: his bold and joyful Tuba Concerto. From rolling hills and Roman sunshine to bold brass and blockbuster flair, experience this musical postcard from Italy and a cinematic star turn from the tuba, all in just one hour of music. Join us for happy hour specials before the concert, then stay after for a casual chat with the stars. It’s your January getaway, no passport required. Pre-concert Fun | 5:00 PM 60-minute Philadelphia Orchestra Concert | 6:30 PM Post-concert Talkback with the Stars | 7:30 PM Best Classical Outing
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Ready for a winter escape? Jet off to sun-drenched Italy with Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony and blast off with a rare gem by legendary film composer John Williams: his bold and joyful Tuba Concerto. From rolling hills and Roman sunshine to bold brass and blockbuster flair, experience this musical postcard from Italy and a cinematic star turn from the tuba, all in just one hour of music. Join us for happy hour specials before the concert, then stay after for a casual chat with the stars. It’...
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Italian Getaway starts at 6:30 p.m.
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