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**Close Encounters With Music: Nocturne Night and Dreams**

**Date:** Sunday, December 3, 2023  
**Time:** 4:00 pm  
**Location:** Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230  
**Tickets:** $28 Upper Balcony | $52 Orchestra and Mezzanine  

Dive into the enigmatic world of night and dreams with the exquisite "Close Encounters With Music: Nocturne Night and Dreams" event at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. This unique concert, scheduled for a captivating evening on December 3, 2023, promises to explore the nuanced emotions and mysterious allure that the night brings. From the peaceful repose of lullabies to the passionate serenades of love, and even the thrilling fear of darkness, this program covers the entire spectrum of nocturnal experiences.

Featuring a diverse range of compositions by legendary composers such as Mozart, Schubert, Borodin, and Bernstein, attendees will be treated to an auditory feast that captures the essence of the night. Highlights include Beethoven's enchanting Moonlight Sonata, Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik in its original scoring, and a selection of Lieder by Schumann, Debussy, and Fauré. The universality of the night's theme is further demonstrated through arias from Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet and selections from beloved musicals like West Side Story and Man of La Mancha.

The event boasts an impressive lineup of performers, including Fabio Bidini on piano, John Viscardi as baritone, violinists Kobi Malkin and Grace Park, Luke Fleming on viola, Lizzie Burns on double bass, and Yehuda Hanani on cello. This ensemble of talented musicians is set to bring the enchanting and varied aspects of the night to life through their exceptional performances.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of the night through music at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Whether you're drawn to the tranquility of the evening, the romance of the night, or the mysteries that darkness holds, "Nocturne Night and Dreams" promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of the night.

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Close Encounters With Music: Nocturne Night and Dreams

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

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