Tempesta Turns 10: Fanfares, Suites and a Birthday Symphony

16 Oct 2011
16:00:00 - 18:00:00

Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill

Sunday, October 16, 2011

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Tempesta's grandest orchestra ever, complete with trumpets, horns, and tympani, presents a festive overture by Fasch in its modern premiere; a birthday symphony by Boyce in honor of Tempesta's 10th anniversary; plus instrumental music from Rameau's Polymnie and Vivaldi's famous Concerto for Four Violins on the 300th anniversary of its publication.

Ticket Prices:
$30-$40 (At Door)
$25-35 (Advance)
Discounts available for seniors and full-time students.

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8855 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia
PA
19118

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