GLENN MILLER MEETS COUNT BASIE
The Robert Holts Orchestra is pleased to bring to you this performance of some of the greatest and most popular songs ever recorded by Glenn Miller and Count Basie. Hearing these great Big Band styles played side by side will give you a rare opportunity to hear the wide range sounds in the musical genre called “swing”.
This afternoon you will hear a fascinating comparison between the hotter, more intimate style of Count Basie, and the tighter, technically more difficult styling of Glenn Miller. Indeed, as the curtain opens on this performance you will hear the most recognizable Big Band theme song ever recorded, the beautiful “Moonlight Serenade” as originally played by Glenn Miller. But as a special treat, the band will go directly into the Count Basie theme song, “April in Paris”, without a break in the music.
Rarely will you get to hear these styles played together for comparison in this manner, so relax, and enjoy the fireworks when Glenn Miller Meets Count Basie.
Each Thursday at 7:30pm you will be treated to a different jazz group in the intimate space known as "The Merc". The Mercantile, located at 42051 Main Street, is one of Temecula's original buildings and has been beautifully restored. We want to take advantage of this venue and bring you straight ahead jazz there every Thursday evening in this acoustically inspired space.
Performances:
Thursdays at 7:30pm
July 2: Paul Smith with Jim DeJulio July 9: Theo Saunders, Henry Franklin and Dick Berk July 16: Sherry Williams July 23: Pianist Dave Makay with Flutist Lori Bell July 30: The Al Williams Trio
August 6: Hart and Soul with Jennifer Hart and Llew Mathews August 13: Pat Rizzo with Jim DeJulio August 20: Debbie Voltura
Tickets:
$15
Click on the link below for a sample of Jazz at the Merc.
Gospel at the Merc is a variety show and features traditional, contemporary and jazz influenced Gospel music. Each week will showcase different soloists and Gospel mime dancers.
Click on the link below for a sample of Gospel at the Merc:
COUNTRY AT THE MERC
"Country at the MERC" features So Cal's premier country band, The Ranch Rockers, playing current country music LIVE for multiple performers in an Opry style venue in Old Town Temecula at the MERC. Big enough to hold their powerful sound, small enough to make you think you're at a private concert. And they're inviting you to come over! C'mon. Not just another boring Saturday night alone in front of the TV sprawled on the couch with snacks and beverages! Come sprawl with us at the MERC!
Performances: Saturdays at 7pm and 9pm
Tickets: $15
Songwriter's Night: June 27 Featuring a special 2 for 1 offer- get 2 tickets for the price of 1
July 4, 2009 will feature one performance at 7pm only.
*Due to mature subject matter, parental discretion is advised -- 9pm performances only.
CLASSICS AT THE MERC
The Golden Valley Music Society, the region’s premier classical music presenter, joins with the Old Town Temecula Theater in hosting this new Sunday series, Classics at The Merc.
Every Sunday afternoon through June showcases a wide range of talent and repertoire in the intimate confines of The Merc at the Old Town Temecula Theater. Enjoy these up-close and interactive performances. A great classical experience for a great price.
Performances: Sundays at 3 p.m.
Tickets: $11 adults, $5 students (No Senior Discount)
July 5: Temecula Music Teachers Association Piano Competition Winners July 12: Odeum Guitar Duo July 19: Soprano and Piano July 26: Trumpet and Harpsichord
August 2: Local Violin/Piano Sensation August 9: Horn and Piano August 16: Voice and Piano August 23: Piano Trio August 30: Violin and Piano
Temecula Valley Cathy's Dance School of Performing Arts presents their annual dance recital. The performance will include tap, ballet, and jazz presentations from dancers ages 2 1/2 to adult.
Performances: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 7:00pm Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 7:00pm Friday, July 17, 2009 at 7:00pm Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 12:00pm, 3:00pm, and 6:00pm
The Brainy and Beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life...and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventurous than she wanted when she becomes a captive in the Beast's enchanted castle! Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love. Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” promises to be an event for the whole family to enjoy.
Performances: Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 1:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm
Tickets: $12 Orchestra/ $10 Parterre/ $8 Balcony Discounts available for Seniors/Students
FAN Summer Camp 2009
This year’s summer camp will last two weeks. Students will attend workshops on beginning acting, staging, voice and choreography. They will also put together and perform a full scale production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
Camp Dates: Monday July 6th – Saturday July 18th 9am - 3pm (Monday - Friday) Special rehearsal: Saturday July 18 12pm-6pm
Tuition: $250 (sibling discounts available)
**Auditions for specials roles: For the roles of Belle, the Beast, and Gaston prior to the camp. Friday, June 26 from 5pm - 9pm and Saturday, June 27 from 12pm - 4pm
Audition location: The Studio: 27574 Commerce Center Dr. #137, Temecula 866.963.7262
Come meet Cinderella..… After a stellar out of town performance at the California Theater of Performing Arts in San Bernardino, The Ballet Studio & Fine Arts Network brings this beautiful production of Cinderella to the Old Town Temecula Theater. Set to Prokofiev’s inspired score this ballet will delight and entertain the whole family. Come experience Cinderella’s transformation….. See how one shoe can change your life!
Performances:
Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 3:00pm Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 7:30pm Sunday, July 26, 2009 at 3:00pm
