Tickets no longer available online but will be sold at the door on space available basis.
Lavard Skou-Larsen, Artistic Director Sponsored by: Western States Arts Federation, National Endowment for the Arts, AVISTA and Umpqua Bank
Salzburg Chamber Soloists is a unique ensemble of energetic young people from all over the world who perform orchestral chamber music with the freedom of soloists.
New Shanghai Circus Sunday, February 5, 2012 1:00 pm Matinee Jacoby Auditorium
Tickets will be sold at the door (11:30am) the day of the event on a space available basis.
Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in the New Shanghai Circus’ spellbinding show. Fearless performers with boundless energy embody more than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions. If it's humanly possible-and even if it's not! - Shanghai's acrobats, jugglers and contortionists perform it with spectacular flair.
The show is a beautifully orchestrated presentation of Chinese circus acts dating back to harvest festivals of 2000 years ago. This modern day performance is enhanced by fabulous choreography, amazing lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music.
Jazz in Jacoby
UCC Fine and Performing Arts presents GEORGINA PHILIPPSON in concert on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 7:30 pm in Jacoby Auditorium. Philippson’s concert is the closing event for 2012 JAZZ IN JACOBY, vocal jazz festival for all ages. This festival promotes jazz to a larger audience and encourages the performance of jazz by secondary schools, colleges, and community ensembles. JAZZ IN JACOBY events on Thursday include workshops with professional clinicians and performances by ensembles from Albany, Roseburg, and Sutherlin. Thursday clinics and performances are free and open to the public. Tickets for the evening performance are $7 per person or $15 per family and available at UCC Whipple Fine Arts and at the door. For more information, contact Sarah at 541.440.4691.
John Michael Talbot is one of the pioneering artists of what has become known as Contemporary Christian Music. He is recognized as Catholic music’s most popular artist with over 4 million sales. John Michael’s compositions are published in hymnals throughout the world. His newest album, “Worship and Bow Down” is the 53rd album in his 37 years in Christian Music Ministry. It is in joint venture with OCP and includes the New Roman Missal language.
His artistic and humanitarian efforts have been recognized with awards from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the Gospel Music Association, Mercy Corps and the Mother Teresa award.
John Michael leads his very active concert, speaking and written word ministries from the Little Portion Hermitage where he is the founder and Minister General of the Brothers and Sisters of Charity.
“Magnetic”, “Captivating” and “Genuinely soulful” are just a few of the accolades describing Sean Jones; a performer whose international stock is on the rise. His interpretive performances of R&B and Soul classics have wooed fans from across Canada and the US.
Sean Jones previously fronted R&B vocal group “In Essence”, a five member vocal group renowned for their spectacular harmonies. Their recording of “You Will Never Have Another ” became a mix show radio hit throughout America leading to a multinational record label deal with BMG Music.
In Essence’s first album garnered two hit singles and videos winning both “R&B video of the Year” at Much Music, and “R&B Records of the Year” at the Juno Awards. Now touring and recording as a solo artist, Sean’s Live On Stage tour features a live band and he will perform the memorable classics of Motown and R&B from artists including Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and many more.
“one of the few great musicians of our time.” – Chet Atkins
He is the world’s premier solo mandolin virtuoso, tabbed by guitar legend Chet Atkins as “one of the few great musicians of our time.” Evan Marshall has a uniquely recognizable approach to solo mandolin: classical, with strong influences from the Italian and American folk traditions. Whether he’s performing at New York’s Merkin Hall, on “A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor” or as a featured soloist at Disneyland, Evan is in high demand as a performer.
The Southern Oregon Wine Institute at Umpqua Community College, together with ETS Laboratories, Scott Laboratories, and Oregon State University Extension Service, will present a technical symposium on March 13, 14, and 15. Topics will focus on techniques for monitoring and identifying potential problems in order to maximize wine quality wine in the cellar. The seminar will be given at three separate locations in the Rogue Valley, Umpqua Valley, and Southern Willamette regions.
Chris’ group is one of the most innovative and inspiring new acoustic flamenco groups in the U.S.
You won’t find acoustic flamenco more innovative, entertaining or inspiring. This ensemble, showcasing the fantastic artistry of flamenco, is a magical collaboration commanded by the guitar wizardry of Chris Burton Jácome and enhanced by a vocalist, three flamenco dancers, a bassist and percussionist. Each show is a powerful interaction, unique and captivating. Flamenco is choreographed energy, and as the ensemble’s haunting songs and beautiful melodies combine with the awesome movement and rhythm of dance, the art of flamenco explodes onstage. Audience shouts of “Olé!” and “Toma!” become part of the experience, part of the passion of flamenco.
Danail Rachev, conductor Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1, Adam Golka, piano Bruckner: Symphony No. 6 Sponsored by: The News Review
The Eugene Symphony, in its 45th year, is one of Oregon’s finest. Welcome conductor, Danail Rachev to his first Roseburg performance conducting Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 6.
Kristin Riley, Conductor and Music Director Sponsored by: Umpqua Symphony Association
Douglas County Youth Orchestra has grown to more than 140 members. These young string players will dazzle you with their musicianship and professionalism. Their performances should not be missed.
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