Mozart Mackey

12 Feb 2012
14:30:00 - 17:00:00

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Perelman Theater

Sunday, February 12, 2012

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Classical currents run deep when Anthony McGill, Principal Clarinet of the Metropolitan Opera, performs the Mozart Clarinet Concerto. The Chamber Orchestra premières a commissioned work from Steven Mackey. The commission of the Mackey piece is supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage through the Philadelphia Music Project.

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Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center
300 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102

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