**Event Title:** The Visual Meets the Aural

**Date:** September 27, 2024

**Location:** Arts in the Sunset, 3701 Plains Blvd, Amarillo, TX 79102

**Description:**
Join us for an evening where the visual arts and classical music collide in an extraordinary concert titled "The Visual Meets the Aural." This unique collaboration between the Amarillo Arts Institute and Arts in the Sunset promises to be a feast for the senses. The event will feature a stellar lineup of musicians including Michelle Skinner on violin, Aaron Merritt on cello, and Rick Rowley on piano, alongside talented visual artists, painters who will bring the music to life through their art.

The repertoire for the evening includes Claude Debussy's Violin Sonata for violin and piano, Jessie Montgomery's Duo for violin and cello, Modest Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, and Dmitri Shostakovich's Piano Trio No. 1 in C major, Op. 8. This opening season concert celebrates collaborative arts and community, centered around Mussorgsky's mighty "Pictures at an Exhibition." Following the symphony’s performance of Ravel’s transcription just a few weeks prior, this event will also feature a juried presentation by local artists inspired by Viktor Hartmann’s original themes, all taking place in the vibrant art colony of Sunset in the Arts.

**Additional Information:**
- Single tickets will be available closer to the event date.
- Stay updated on the latest news and events from Amarillo Symphony by visiting our website.

**Venue Details:**
Arts in the Sunset
3701 Plains Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79102
Google Map available for directions.

**Contact for Tickets:**
- Season Tickets On Sale Now
- For more information and to order, call 806.376.8782.

Don't miss this immersive experience where music and visual art converge to tell stories beyond words.

The Visual Meets the Aural

Arts in the Sunset

**Beethoven on the Beach 2024: A Symphony Under the Stars**

Orchestra Miami proudly presents its signature series, "Beethoven on the Beach," returning to enchant music lovers with a series of free outdoor concerts. This year, immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music against the backdrop of Miami's stunning beaches and lush gardens. The series kicks off on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell, followed by performances at Pinecrest Gardens and Gateway Park, Sunny Isles Beach.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Opening Night:** March 10, 2024, at 7 PM, Miami Beach Bandshell. Enjoy free parking after 6 PM and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or drink permitted.
  
- **Second Performance:** March 15, 2024, at 8 PM, Pinecrest Gardens. Experience the concert with free on-site parking, stadium seating, and concessions. No outside food or drinks allowed.
  
- **Closing Night:** March 16, 2024, at 6 PM, Gateway Park, Sunny Isles Beach. Free parking available on-site. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and a picnic. Chairs will be provided for the elderly or disabled.

**Special Features:**

This year's series shines a spotlight on Principal Cellist Aaron Merritt, performing the exhilarating Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33. The program also includes Mozart's dramatic Overture to Don Giovanni, Mendelssohn's joyous Italian Symphony No. 4 in A Major, and Beethoven's Overture to the ballet The Creatures of Prometheus Op. 43. Under the baton of Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi, the 42 musicians of Orchestra Miami are set to deliver unforgettable performances.

**Admission Details:**

The concerts are free, with a suggested donation of $10 per person to support the orchestra's endeavors. For those who prefer guaranteed seating, reserve your spot at the Miami Beach Bandshell or Pinecrest Gardens for a $25 donation per person. 

**New This Year:**

Enhance your concert experience by downloading the Program Notes & Beethoven Guide, designed to enrich the enjoyment of music lovers of all ages.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of classical music under the stars. Join Orchestra Miami for "Beethoven on the Beach 2024" and let the power of music transport you.

Aaron Merritt

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Sep 27, 2024

The Visual Meets the Aural · The Amarillo Symphony

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Beethoven on the Beach 2024 · Orchestra Miami

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