Alhambra Orchestra
| Alhambra Orchestra | |
|---|---|
| Orchestra | |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Location | Miami, Florida, United States |
| Principal conductor | Daniel Andai |
| Website | www |
The Alhambra Orchestra is a community philharmonic based in Miami, Florida. For over 25 years, the orchestra has promoted classical music throughout Miami-Dade County by presenting residents with free concerts throughout the local area. It has also made an impact on its community by promoting classical music education through outreach programs that include performances for kids in various schools. The orchestra is conducted by Daniel Andai as well as other guest conductors who include Scott Flavin, Peter Fuchs and Timothy Shade.[1][2]
History
[edit]Founded in 1990 by Leo Walz, the orchestra presents approximately 7 concerts per season and has now performed over 100 free concerts. Consisting of approximately 60 active members, the Alhambra Orchestra is governed by an 11-member board of directors and is funded by government grants, business sponsorship and private donations.[3]
Included in every season is the December joint concert with the Civic Chorale of Greater Miami to perform Handel's Messiah.[4] The orchestra also performs a yearly joint concert with the Greater Miami Youth Symphony.[5][6] At mid-season, a performance featuring winners of an annual concerto competition is presented.[7] The season ends with an opera performance in collaboration with Riuniti Opera.
Conductors
[edit]- 1990-2000 Leo Walz
- 2001-2002 Isaac Chueke
- 2002-2008 Reginald F. Nicholson
- 2009–2012 Alfred Gershfeld
- 2012-2015 Zoe Zeniodi
- 2015-2016 Timothy Shade
- 2016–present Daniel Andai
Guest artists
[edit]- Ross Harbaugh[8]
- Daniel Andai[9]
- Zoe Zeniodi[10]
- Paul Posnak[11]
- Mia Vassilev[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Hines, Bea (May 22, 2011). "'Gems and Gents' make parents proud : Free Concert". Friends and Neighbors. The Miami Herald. Vol. 108, no. 250. Miami, Florida. p. NW14 / NC23 / ND17.
- ^ Hines, Bea L. (March 13, 2011). "Community invited to FMU celebration : Show Tunes". Friends and Neighbors. The Miami Herald. Vol. 108, no. 180. Miami, Florida. p. ND8 / NW17 / NC15.
- ^ "Report 4: CBO Continuation Funding: FY 2009-10 Organizational Summary" (PDF). FY09-10 Allocations. Miami-Dade County - Grants Coordination - Office of Grants Coordination. 2010-08-16 [preceding date from file metadata; footer of page says "7/8/10"]. p. 1. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 8, 2010. Retrieved 2011-08-12.
- ^ "41st Annual Messiah Sing-In and Concert". Arts - Concerts. EventGuide Miami. Granada Presbyterian Church, Coral Gables (near Miami). 12 Dec 2010. Archived from the original on 2010-12-13. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
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- "Downtown Miami: Fundraiser Features Live Music, Food". Neighbors News. The Miami Herald. Vol. 108, no. 5. Miami, Florida. Sep 19, 2010. p. 2NE.
- "'Happy Hour for the Symphony'". Música: Notas Altas y Bajas. The Miami Herald (in Spanish). Vol. 35, no. 175. Miami, Florida. Sep 19, 2010. p. 5D.
- "Música Clásica y Ópera : {Alhambra Orchestra / Greater Miami Youth Symphony} : Octubre 24". Temporada de las Artes 2010-11. The Miami Herald (in Spanish). Vol. 35, no. 168. Miami, Florida. Sep 12, 2010. pp. 8S (Newspapers.com 659353941 / 659354149), 21S.
- "Un coctel por la buena música". Esta Semana. The Miami Herald (in Spanish). Vol. 35, no. 173. Miami, Florida. Sep 17, 2010. p. 28D.
- ^ "Free Spooky Symphony at Gusman Center Draws Raves from Families". The Children's Trust. Archived from the original on 2012-03-21. Retrieved 2013-05-23.
- ^ Written at COCONUT GROVE, Fla.. "Alhambra Orchestra: April 17: Ransom-Everglades School". Entertainment. WPLG Miami. Miami, Ft. Lauderdale: Post-Newsweek Stations. April 11, 2011. Archived from the original on 2011-09-26. Retrieved 2013-05-23.
- ^ "Alambra Orchestra to perform Jan. 16". Coral Gables Gazette. Coral Gables News & Information. Jan 13, 2011. Archived from the original on 2011-10-07. Retrieved 2013-05-23.
- ^ Andai, Daniel. "Concerts". Daniel Andai .com. Archived from the original on 2009-07-30. Retrieved 2013-05-23.
- ^ "Zoe Zeniodi (DMA '10)". Frost Alumni Achievements. Frost School of Music. Coral Gables, FL: University of Miami. Archived from the original on 2012-02-20. Retrieved 2013-05-23.
- ^ Falco, Tom (February 23, 2007). "Alhambra Orchestra to perform". Coconut Grove Grapevine. Retrieved 2011-08-12.
- ^ DeWitt, Sharon. "The Alhambra Orchestra; Scott Flavin, Guest Conductor; presents PIANO PYROTECHNICS; Mia Vassilev, pianist; Sunday, May 29 at 7:00 pm; Ransom-Everglades School, 3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove; FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING". Classical Connections - South Florida Classical Music Events Reminder Service. Archived from the original on 2012-03-30. Retrieved 2011-08-12.
