SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

MAINLY MOZART PRESENTS THE CAVATINA DUO

Since winning the “Young Musicians of the Doelen” competition in the Netherlands in 1996, the Cavatina Duo has captivated audiences with their electrifying performances across North America, Europe and Asia in such major venues and festivals as Ravinia (Chicago), Da Camera Society (Los Angeles), Aix-en-Provence Summer Festival (France), Eem & Veem Festival (Netherlands), International Guitar Festival of Frechen (Germany),  the National Concert Hall of Taipei (Taiwan), National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, China, National Flute convention Gala Concert,USA, among many others.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
WESTWIND BRASS PRESENTS "THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND"

Music across the vast panorama of American culture; emphasizing our spirit and ebullience.

The Los Angeles Times and others have acclaimed Westwind Brass for virtuosity, musical integrity, and diverse programming. WWB is in residence at San Diego State University. The ensemble has captured prizes at two international brass competitions and has toured internationally in Japan, Mexico, and across the United States. In addition to a varied and expanding concert schedule, Westwind Brass is dedicated to education, having developed programs and master classes for students of all ages.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
CALIFORNIA BALLET PRESENTS EXCERPTS FROM THE NUTCRACKER

California Ballet Company is San Diego's oldest and largest, continuously operating professional dance company – a company which has consistently garnered acclaim for its artistry and achievements.  Founded in 1968 by Maxine Mahon, the company is entering its forty-first year of outstanding service to San Diego. In that time, the Company has presented performances in major theatres, schools, libraries, community centers, parks, and other venues throughout San Diego County, touching over 1,000,000 million audience members. California Ballet has been a leader in Arts Education since the onset of our in-school programming in 1969, and later bringing students to theatre performances.