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Prepare to be transported by a musical masterpiece reborn. BLACKSTAR Symphony isn’t simply a concert; it’s a musical experience that transcends time and genre. Immerse yourself in the sonic tapestry of David Bowie’s final, critically acclaimed album, Blackstar, reimagined for a 65-piece orchestra and performed with the original Blackstar band. The evening culminates in a celebration of Bowie’s iconic song catalog, featuring touchstones like “Space Oddity,” “Life on Mars,” and “Heroes.” BLACKSTAR Symphony is a poignant tribute, and a celebration of pure musical genius.

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BLACKSTAR Symphony: The Music of David Bowie

Davies Symphony Hall

### Sir Neville Marriner Centenary Concert: ASMF & Joshua Bell

**Date:** 18 April 2024  
**Venue:** Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London

Join the Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF) for a spectacular evening celebrating the centenary of their founder, Sir Neville Marriner. This special concert, directed by virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell, promises a rich program that spans classical and contemporary music, reflecting Marriner's illustrious legacy.

**Programme Highlights:**
- **Mozart Selections:** Directed by Tomo Keller, featuring the Overture from *The Magic Flute*, the third movement of *Serenade for Winds, K.361*, and *Ruhe sanft, mein holdes Leben* from *Zaide* performed by soprano Sarah-Jane Brandon.
- **Saint-Saëns:** *Introduction et Rondo Capriccioso* with Joshua Bell as the soloist, a piece he previously performed at Sir Neville’s 90th birthday concert.
- **Vince Mendoza:** *Flight of Moving Days*, a world premiere composed for Joshua Bell and jazz drummer Douglas Marriner, Sir Neville’s grandson, blending contemporary and classical elements.
- **Brahms:** *Symphony No.2 in D major, Op.73*, directed by Joshua Bell, showcasing the orchestra’s inclusion of Romantic music in its repertoire.

**Special Features:**
- Excerpts from the *Amadeus* soundtrack, originally curated by Sir Neville Marriner.
- Readings, anecdotes, and memories of Sir Neville Marriner, highlighting his contributions to classical music and his Mozartean genius.

**Performers:**
- **Music Director/Violin:** Joshua Bell
- **Director/Leader:** Tomo Keller
- **Drums:** Douglas Marriner
- **Soprano:** Sarah-Jane Brandon

Celebrate the life and legacy of Sir Neville Marriner with an evening of exceptional music, performed by one of the world’s leading orchestras. This concert is a testament to Marriner’s enduring influence on the world of classical music.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase now. Don’t miss this extraordinary event!

Sir Neville Marriner Centenary Concert – Asmf & Joshua Bell

Royal Festival Hall

One of those rare musicians whose charisma and effortless talent has made him a beloved and revered musician across the world, violinist Joshua Bell appears with his chamber orchestra, Academy of St Martin in the Fields, for an enchanting evening of musical brilliance.

Joshua Bell & Academy Of St Martin In The Fields

Soka Performing Arts Center

Joshua Bell & Academy of St Martin in the Fields

The Academy of St Martin in the Fields is one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras, renowned for fresh, brilliant interpretations of the world’s greatest orchestral music. Named Music Director of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields in 2011, Joshua Bell is the only person to hold this post since Sir Neville Marriner formed the orchestra in 1958 and gave its first performance in its namesake church in November 1959. With over 500 releases in a much-vaunted discography and a comprehensive international touring program, the name and sound of the Academy are known and loved by classical audiences throughout the world. Today, the Academy led by Joshua Bell retains the collegiate spirit and flexibility of the original conductorless ensemble, which has become an Academy hallmark. Under Bell’s direction, the Academy continues to push the boundaries of play-directed performance to new heights, presenting symphonic repertoire and chamber music on a grand scale at prestigious venues around the globe. Bell performs on the 1713 Huberman Stradivarius violin, with a François Tourte 18th-century bow.

Academy of St Martin in the Fields

Granada Theatre

### ASMF & Joshua Bell - Academy of St Martin in the Fields US Tour

This Spring, the renowned Academy of St Martin in the Fields, under the direction of the illustrious Joshua Bell, will embark on an exciting tour across the United States. The tour will feature a series of performances showcasing some of the most beloved violin concertos, rapturous overtures, and heartfelt symphonies. Additionally, the tour will include a thrilling new commission by American composer Vince Mendoza, specifically for Joshua Bell, Douglas Marriner, and the ASMF.

#### Tour Dates and Venues:
- **17 March 2024, Sunday, 19:00** - Hayes Hall, Artis-Naples, Naples, FL
- **18 March 2024, Monday, 19:30** - Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, FL
- **19 March 2024, Tuesday, 19:00** - Sanctuary, Community Church of Vero Beach, Vero Beach, FL
- **21 March 2024, Thursday, 20:00** - Knight Concert Hall, Arsht Center, Miami, FL
- **22 March 2024, Friday, 19:30** - Steinmetz Hall, Dr Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Orlando, FL
- **23 March 2024, Saturday, 20:00** - Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota, FL
- **24 March 2024, Sunday, 19:30** - Curtis M. Phillips Center, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- **26 March 2024, Tuesday, 19:30** - Indiana University Auditorium, Bloomington, IN
- **27 March 2024, Wednesday, 19:30** - Leighton Concert Hall, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, South Bend, IN
- **29 March 2024, Friday, 20:00** - Concert Hall, Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Greenvale, NY
- **30 March 2024, Saturday, 15:00** - Prudential Hall Betty Wold Johnson Stage, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark, NJ
- **2 April 2024, Tuesday, 19:30** - The Granada Theatre, Santa Barbara, CA
- **3 April 2024, Wednesday, 20:00** - Soka Performing Arts Center, Aliso Viejo, CA
- **4 April 2024, Thursday, 18:30** - Great Hall, The Soraya, Northridge, CA
- **6 April 2024, Saturday, 19:30** - Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center for the Arts, Davis, CA
- **7 April 2024, Sunday, 19:30** - Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco, CA

#### Programme Highlights:
- Rossini: Barber of Seville Overture
- Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor Op. 64
- Schumann: Symphony No. 2 in C major Op. 61
- Mozart: Marriage of Figaro Overture K. 492
- Vince Mendoza: New commission for Joshua Bell, Douglas Marriner, and ASMF
- Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor Op. 26
- Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in C major Op. 61
- Brahms: Violin Concerto in D major Op. 77

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience the Academy of St Martin in the Fields and Joshua Bell live in concert. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.

Composer, Conductor

Vince Mendoza

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26 - 27 Jun, 2025

BLACKSTAR Symphony: The Music of David Bowie · San Francisco Symphony

Apr 18, 2024

Sir Neville Marriner Centenary Concert – Asmf & Joshua Bell · Academy of St. Martin in the Fields

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