Alex Amsel, conductor

Dance is nothing without music, and many great composers have written music for dance or inspired by dance that become some of their most popular works. Obertura Tanguera by Argentinian composer Esteban Benzecry is rooted in the melodic and rhythmic turns of modern tango. Leonard Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from On the Town uses three scenes from his original ballet about three sailors on 24-hour shore leave in New York City. Students from Ballet Arizona’s Studio Company will be featured during this performance. 

This series is appropriate for families and kids ages 5 – 17.

Concert Repertoire Includes
Bernstein: Three Dance Episode from On The Town
Benzecry: Obertura Tanguera

Pre-Concert Activities Beginning at 1 PM

Phoenix Symphony musician spotlight:
Christopher Witt, Associate Principal/2nd Bassoon for the Phoenix Symphony, will demonstrate and educate families about their instrument.

Mesa Youth Creative Agency:
Participate in the final layer  our progressive Community Art Project.
mycreativeagency.org

Meet and Greet Opportunity
Don’t miss Alex Amsel and Associate Principal/2nd Bassoon Christopher Witt in the lobby after the concert! Be sure to say hi and get an autograph for lasting memories.