Mozart Mackey 2

13 Feb 2012
19:30:00 - 22:00:00

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts-Perelman Theater

Monday, February 13, 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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