The MJCCA Presents Two Unique Concerts: The Atlanta Balalaika Society Orchestra; and Jazz at the MJCCA: A Tribute to Dave Brubeck
CALLING ALL MUSIC LOVERS… Arts & Culture at the MJCCA (Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta) presents two unique concerts in June, 2013: The Atlanta Balalaika Society Orchestra (on June 2), in which a premiere Russian folk orchestra performs delightful music on traditional Eastern European instruments; and Jazz at the MJCCA: A Tribute to Dave Brubeck (on June 19), whose work bridged the jazz and classical worlds. Both concerts are suitable for all ages, and will be held at the MJCCA's Morris & Rae Frank Theatre, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. For information, call 678.812.4002 or visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice.
The Atlanta Balalaika Society Orchestra (June 2, 3:00 pm)
Balalaikas… Domras… Bayans… If you have never heard these traditional instruments from Eastern Europe played together, the MJCCA invites audiences of all ages to come hear the delightful music that they produce. In addition to American-born musicians, the Atlanta Balalaika Society Orchestra – thirty musicians strong – includes members born in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Latvia and Sweden. Most of the stringed instruments used by the Orchestra include domras (DOME-RUHS), balalaikas and percussion that are hand-carried from Russia. The orchestra, founded in 1981, serves as the premier Russian Folk Orchestra in the Southeast, and one of the oldest in North America. The make-up of today's Atlanta Balalaika Society reflects the cultural richness of Atlanta's vibrant international community. The orchestra's director, David C. Cooper, has studied Russian folk instruments at the Glier Institute in Kiev, Ukraine.
Ticket Prices: $15 / $10 for MJCCA Members. Senior and student discounts available.
Jazz at the MJCCA: A Tribute to Dave Brubeck (June 19, 7:30 pm)
The MJCCA invites jazz lovers of all ages to a very special tribute to jazz legend Dave Brubeck, whose work bridged the jazz and classical worlds, reaching a worldwide audience for better than half a century. Four Atlanta musicians: Alan Dynin (piano), Marshall (Mac) Isseks (saxophones), Scott Glazer (bass), and Adrian Ash (drums) team up to honor the late, great jazz ambassador. You won't want to miss this evening of top-notch jazz.
Ticket Prices: $15 / $10 for MJCCA Members. Senior and student discounts available.
Contact Information
Media inquiries: Lora Sommer, 678.812.4078.
Purchase tickets: Call 678.812.4002, or visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice to buy tickets on-line.
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