Experience a musical journey like no other with The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra as they present a series of remarkable events at the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center. From the heartwarming 'Holiday Celebration' to the evocative 'American Music: Celebration of Love', and an array of classical masterpieces in the 'Classical Concert Series', these performances promise to captivate audiences with orchestral brilliance. Join us for an extraordinary Opera Gala and revel in the magic of opera scenes as the orchestra, under the baton of Pasquale Valerio, takes you on an enchanting voyage through the world of music.

Unforgettable Melodies: The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra's Spectacular Musical Journey

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra promises an unforgettable journey through music with a trio of events showcasing orchestral and opera talents. From a Valentine's Day celebration of love to a Classical Concert Series featuring piano brilliance, and a grand Opera Gala, audiences are set to experience the depth of orchestral music and the drama of opera scenes. Conductors and musicians like Pasquale Valerio, Gennaro Desiderio, and Antonio Pompa Baldi bring their artistry to the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, drawing viewers into a world where music transcends words.

A Symphony of Emotions: Celebrating Love and Art with The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra is set to captivate audiences in 2026 with a series of remarkable events. Featuring the talents of acclaimed artists such as violinist Gennaro Desiderio, singers Gabriel Preisser and Raphaella Medina, and violinist Fabrizio Falasca, this year's performances promise to be unforgettable. The orchestra will present a diverse range of concerts, from 'American Music: Celebration of Love' to a classical series featuring works by Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Dvořák, culminating in the 'Opera Gala: Magic Moments of Opera Scenes.'

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra: A Symphony of Stars in 2026

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2026 Concert Series promises a captivating journey through the realms of classical music, featuring esteemed musicians and timeless compositions. Kicking off with Felix Mendelssohn's Concerto for Piano, Violin, & Strings, followed by Schumann's Piano Concerto, and culminating in an Opera Gala, this series offers an eclectic mix of performances. Talented violinist Fabrizio Falasca, alongside Luigi Borzillo and a surprise guest pianist, promise to deliver stellar performances that will engage and inspire audiences at the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center.

An Orchestrated Journey: The Villages Philharmonic's 2026 Concert Series

Fabrizio Falasca is considered among the leading Italian violinists of his generation. He regularly performs as soloist in the most prestigious theaters and festivals throughout the world, such as the Royal Festival Hall in London, Brahms Saal of the Musikverein in Vienna, Salle Garnier in Montecarlo, Teatro Carlo Felice in Genova and the Teatro San Carlo in Napoli, to name a few. He is in demand as a guest concertmaster with world class orchestras including the Philharmonia of London, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, and regularly leads the Teatro Lirico di Cagliari Orchestra, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Orchestra, Teatro dell'Opera Orchestra in Rome, Petruzzelli Orchestra in Bari. In 2016, he won the Concertmaster position of the Tyroler Symphonie Orchester Innsbruck, and in the same year he joined the Philharmonia Orchestra in London as Assistant Leader, position currently held. In 2022 he won the Concertmaster position of the Teatro Lirico of Cagliari Orchestra. He regularly performs chamber music with his string quartet, the Philharmonia Chamber Players, and with musicians such as B. Canino, F. Petracchi, J. Ju, and A. Pompa-Baldi among others. Falasca is often featured on the Italian national broadcasting Radio RAI, as well as on BBC Radio, and is a prolific recording artist for various labels such as Centaur Records, CPO, Aulicus Classics, Amadeus and Brilliant Classics. He is a laureate of the Vittorio Veneto and the Postacchini International Violin Competitions. Fabrizio studied with Salvatore Accardo at the Stauffer Academy, with Felice Cusano at the Fiesole Music School, and Dora Schwarzberg. After his studies in Italy, he was rewarded a scholarship and graduated with Master of Music at the Royal Academy of Music in London under So-Ock Kim. His teachers includes M.Vengerov and L.Kavakos. He is currently violin professor at the Conservatory of Potenza, Italy and at the London Performing Academy of Music. He plays a J.Guarneri 1727 violin and a Francesco Rugeri 1690 violin both gifted by the Barison's family

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Classical Concert Series: Felix Mendelssohn Concerto for Piano, Violin, & Strings in D Minor 2026

Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center

Featuring Guest Violinist Gennaro Desiderio and Guest Singers Gabriel Preisser and Raphaella Medina.

American Music: Celebration of Love 2026

Based in Florida's friendliest hometown, "The Villages Philharmonic" is a professional Orchestra presenting the highest possible standard for excellence in musical performance since 2003.

Classical Concert Series: Rhapsody in Blue and Dvorak Symphony #8 2026

Holiday Celebration 2025

Messiah 2025

With extraordinary guest singers joining the show, this concert will highlight the beauty and depth of Italian American Music from Broadway to Opera.

American Italian Celebration 2025

Labor Day Celebration Pops 2025

Opera Gala: Magic Moments of Opera Scenes

Based in Florida's friendliest hometown, "The Villages Philharmonic" is a professional Orchestra presenting the highest possible standard for excellence in musical performance since 2003.

Under the musical direction of acclaimed Conductor Pasquale Valerio, the orchestra has grown in stature while enriching and shaping cultural life. The orchestra presents musical masterpieces to nourish the hearts, souls and minds of local music patrons.

Classical Concert Series April 2025

Classical Concert Series March 2025

American Music: Celebration of Love

Classical Concert Series

Holiday Celebration 2024

Messiah 2024

American Italian Celebration 2024

Labor Day Celebration Pops 2024

The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra presents: Antonin Dvorak's Symphony N.8 and a Piano Concerto featuring a surprise guest Pianist, to be announced soon.

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Apr 2, 2026

Classical Concert Series: Schumann Piano Concerto and other selections 2026

May 16, 2026

Opera Gala: Magic Moments of Opera Scenes 2026

Mar 10, 2026

Classical Concert Series: Felix Mendelssohn Concerto for Piano, Violin, & Strings in D Minor 2026

Feb 14, 2026

American Music: Celebration of Love 2026

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