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SUMMARY:Masterworks IV: The Rite of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Explore vivid musical landscapes and bold orchestral color! Angel Lam’s captivating new commission\, Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang\, will make its world premiere and will feature dancers of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company choreographed by the world-renowned\, Zhongmei Li. This premiere is paired with Stravinsky’s electrifying Rite of Spring\, brimming with primal rhythms and daring artistry. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nREAD THE PROGRAM NOTES \nView Sunday\, February 8 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nANGEL LAM Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes at Dunhuang World Premiere of a Toulmin Foundation Commission [30′]\nIGOR STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du printemps) [33′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nThe Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company\nZhongmei Li\, Choreographer\nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH\n\n \nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nAngel Lam’s Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang was commissioned by the League of American Orchestras with the generous support of the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation. \nThe choreography and dance for Angel Lam’s work is funded in part by support from The Chinese Heritage Foundation of the Minneapolis Foundation. \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iv-the-rite-of-spring/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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SUMMARY:Family Concert: Carnival of the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Oink! Moo! Woof! Join the QCSO String Quartet for a morning of animal-themed music with narration and concert activities led by Quad Cities Music Therapy founder\, Misty Dais. Kids between 0-7 and audiences of all ages will enjoy a 45-minute concert with narration and music designed to expand the imagination and explore new sounds. Come as you are and enjoy music together in a relaxed environment with family and friends. \nBefore and after the concert\, young audience members are invited try out Orff instruments (drums\, marimba\, etc.) sponsored by QC Music Therapy. Arrive at 9:30 AM to create your own animal mask for the concert. First concert experiences are special\, and our goal is for every family to leave feeling uplifted and full of joy! \nAnimal costumes encouraged! \nBUY TICKETS \nTickets: $15 each – Children under 3-years-old are free \nPROGRAM\nCAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS Carnival of the Animals\nGEORGE BIZET Ferdinand the Bull for String Quartet and Narrator\nAARON COPLAND Hoe Down from “Rodeo” for String Orchestra \nFeaturing\nKim Busic and Dortha DeWit\, violins\nBenjamin Lorentzen\, viola\nElisabeth Logan\, cello\nMisty Dais\, narrator
URL:https://qcso.org/event/family-concert-2025/
LOCATION:Spotlight Theatre\, 3rd Floor\, 1800 7th Ave\, Moline\, IL\, 61265
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T213000
DTSTAMP:20251124T164141Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close with Andy Parker
DESCRIPTION:Join Principal Oboe Andy Parker in the beautiful sanctuary of First Presbyterian for an engaging evening of oboe and piano music. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nPROGRAM\n \nCAMILLE SAINT-SAENS Sonata for Oboe and Piano\, Op. 166 [10′]\nGÜNTER RAPHEL Sonata for Oboe and Piano\, Op. 32 [20′]\nPETER HOPE Sonata for Oboe and Piano [14′] \nSERIES SPONSORED BY\n \nSUSAN QUAIL\n\nFEATURING\nAndrew Parker\, oboe\nMarian Lee\, piano
URL:https://qcso.org/event/up-close-with-andy-parker/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 1702 Iowa St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Up Close
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20250521T161304Z
CREATED:20250406T000042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T161304Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Brass
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the holiday season with members of the QCSO Brass and Percussion sections! Under the direction of Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, the ensemble is joined by organist Chris Nelson to perform uplifting selections of classical and holiday favorites! \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, Dec 13th @ 3:00 PM Performance (Second Baptist Church\, Rock Island \n  \n\nFEATURING\nQCSO Brass & Percussion Sections\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nChris Nelson\, organ\nShellie Moore Guy\, narrator
URL:https://qcso.org/event/holiday-brass-2025-2/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Church\, 2136 Brady St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday Brass
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the holiday season with members of the QCSO Brass and Percussion sections! Under the direction of Maestro Mark Russell Smith to perform uplifting selections of classical and holiday favorites! \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, Dec 14th @ 3:00 PM Performance (St. Paul Lutheran) \n  \n\nFEATURING\nQCSO Brass & Percussion Sections\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nShellie Moore Guy\, narrator
URL:https://qcso.org/event/holiday-brass-2025/
LOCATION:Second Baptist Church\, 919 6th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T160000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: The Sunday Performance is at the Bartlett Performing Arts Center at Moline High School. \nDelight in an experience rich with elegance and virtuosic beauty! Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite\, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman\, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, December 6 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Orchestral Suite No. 3 [20′]\nROBERT SCHUMANN Piano Concerto [31′]\nWOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Symphony No. 41\, “Jupiter” [31′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nYefim Bronfman\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iii-schumann-piano-concerto-2/
LOCATION:Bartlett Performing Arts Center\, 3600 Avenue of the Cities\, Moline\, IL\, 61265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T213000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:Delight in an experience rich with elegance and virtuosic beauty! Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite\, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman\, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, December 7 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Orchestral Suite No. 3 [20′]\nROBERT SCHUMANN Piano Concerto [31′]\nWOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Symphony No. 41\, “Jupiter” [31′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nYefim Bronfman\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iii-schumann-piano-concerto/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T223000
DTSTAMP:20251113T190638Z
CREATED:20250406T000015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T190638Z
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SUMMARY:Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2  in Concert
DESCRIPTION:A second performance is available on November 22\, 2025\, @ 2:00 pm \nAfter seven films\, it all comes down to this: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 will grace the screen once more—this time in concert! The characters you love are back\, battling villains and protecting Hogwarts™ from Voldemort™ himself. Hear the Quad City Symphony Orchestra bring Alexandre Desplat’s music to life and experience all the action as the film is projected onto a giant screen with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nPLAN YOUR VISIT\n \n \nView 2:00 pm\, Nov 22nd Performance \n \n  \nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, Conductor\n\nQCSO AT THE MOVIES SUPPORTED BY:\n\nPart of the Harry Potter™ film concert series.\nBrought to you by CineConcerts. \nAll characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
URL:https://qcso.org/event/hp8-2/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20251113T190657Z
CREATED:20251113T190543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T190657Z
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SUMMARY:Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2  in Concert
DESCRIPTION:A second performance is available on November 22\, 2025\, @ 7:30 pm \nAfter seven films\, it all comes down to this: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 will grace the screen once more—this time in concert! The characters you love are back\, battling villains and protecting Hogwarts™ from Voldemort™ himself. Hear the Quad City Symphony Orchestra bring Alexandre Desplat’s music to life and experience all the action as the film is projected onto a giant screen with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nPLAN YOUR VISIT\n \n \nView 7:30 pm\, Nov 22nd Performance \n \n  \nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, Conductor\n\nQCSO AT THE MOVIES SUPPORTED BY:\n\nPart of the Harry Potter™ film concert series.\nBrought to you by CineConcerts. \nAll characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
URL:https://qcso.org/event/hp8/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260427T141435Z
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SUMMARY:VfS Car Raffle
DESCRIPTION:CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS\nGRAND PRIZE: Tina Olson\nSECOND PRIZE: Brian Briegel\nTHIRD PRIZE: Glenn Leonard \nEnter for a chance to win a 2026 Subaru Outback Premium valued at $37\,522! Raffle tickets are $100 each\, and proceeds support the QCSO’s Music Education Programs. The Grand Prize Drawing will be held on April 26\, 2026. \nA second prize of $1\,000 and a third prize of $500 will also be drawn! \nTICKETS\n$100 Each\nOnly cash\, personal check\, money order\, bank check\, cashier’s check\, electronic check\, or debit cards are accepted.\nRaffle Tickets Cannot be Purchased with Credit Cards per Iowa State law.\n \nTickets can be purchased\n• Online with a debit card\n• By calling 563.322.7276 with a debit card\n• In-Person at the QCSO Box office at 327 Brady Street in Davenport\, IA (9:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday) \nTickets will not be sold after 11:59 p.m. Central Time on April 16\, 2026 \nRULES & REGULATIONS\nComplete Rules & Regulations\n \nA Maximum of 625 Raffle Tickets will be sold. If 410 tickets are not sold by the drawing date\, the grand prize will instead be a 50/50 split of net proceeds. \nThe winner is solely responsible for all local\, state\, and federal taxes (including\, but not limited to\, income taxes and sales taxes based on the value of the car. McLaughlin Motors agrees to cover any and all state or local license\, title\, registration\, and fees). \nThe raffle is open to any individual who is 18 years of age or older. An individual can purchase as many tickets as they wish \nABOUT THE PRIZES\n• Grand Prize: 2026 Subaru Outback Premium/SDD or $20\,000 cash. The vehicle features an automatic transmission\, hands-free power rear gate\, keyless access with push-button start and PIN-code access\, and blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert.\n• Second Prize: $1\,000\n• Third Prize: $500 \nGRAND PRIZE PROVIDED IN PART BY\n \nEVENT CO-CHAIRS\nDarlene & Mike Steffen
URL:https://qcso.org/event/carraffle/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T170000
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CREATED:20251009T130024Z
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SUMMARY:QCSYE Fall Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles (QCSYE) consists of four school-year orchestras for musicians of all ability levels\, ages 7 to 18. The program provides a rigorous and inspiring learning environment founded on musical excellence for string\, woodwind\, brass\, and percussion musicians. Students develop valuable musical\, social\, and leadership skills which set them up for success in school and beyond. Financial aid is available so everyone can participate regardless of ability to pay. \nPURCHASE TICKETS \nRead full program book here! \nPROGRAM \nPrelude Strings\nElizabeth Lundine\, conductor \nConcert Orchestra\nZack Morton\, conductor \nYouth Philharmonic Orchestra\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor \nINTERMISSION \nYouth Symphony Orchestra\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor
URL:https://qcso.org/event/fall-concert-2025/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:QCSYE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20251105T182936Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, November 8 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T213000
DTSTAMP:20251104T191059Z
CREATED:20250406T000035Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, November 9 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T213000
DTSTAMP:20251029T200251Z
CREATED:20250406T000036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T200251Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close with Robert Parker
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Figge Art Museum for an intimate performance with QCSO trombonist Robert Parker and pianist Marian Lee\, featuring a rich mix of classical and contemporary works that highlight the trombone’s expressive brilliance. \nBUY NOW \nSave 10% over single tickets with an Up Close Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nVIEW THE PROGRAM | READ THE PROGRAM NOTES \nPROGRAM\nEUGENE BOZZA Hommage a Bach (1957) [4.5’]\nGUSTAV MAHLER “Wo die schönen Trompeten blasen” (1899) [7’]\nJAMES DAVID Secure. Contain. Protect. (2021) [15’]\nLEONARD BERNSTEIN Elegy for Mippy II (1959) [2’]\nSUSAN MUTTER Ages (2008) [13’]\nIGOR STRAVINSKY Pulcinella Suite\, VII. Duetto (1922) [2’] \nSERIES SPONSORED BY\n \nSUSAN QUAIL\n\nFEATURING\nRobert Parker\, trombone\nMarian Lee\, piano
URL:https://qcso.org/event/up-close-with-robert-parker/
LOCATION:Figge Art Museum\, 225 W 2nd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Up Close
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Park in Concert
DESCRIPTION:The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects\, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. \nNow audiences can experience Jurassic Park as never before:  projected in HD with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. \nWelcome… to Jurassic Park!\n \nBUY TICKETS \nSave at least 10%\, and keep your favorite seat from year to year with a Pops or QCSO at the Movies Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\n \nJoin us in the hallway connecting the RiverCenter to the Adler Theatre from 5:30-7:30 pm for Family-Friendly Treats and activities from these partners: \n \n \n \n  \nPLAN YOUR VISIT \n \n\nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor \n\nSUPPORTED BY \nQCSO AT THE MOVIES SUPPORTED BY:\n\n\n\n© Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment\, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
URL:https://qcso.org/event/jurassic-park-in-concert/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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