Four Seasons

“There’s a weird alchemical process involved in the crowning of cultural icons. Why have “The Four Seasons” prevailed? . . . They’re good music with catchy tunes that propel the music forward and never overstay their welcome. Another part of the alchemy is the urge to replicate. . . . I can’t think of another work that has inspired so many direct spinoffs.” – The Washington Post

What will our future sound like if we don’t act now on climate change? In 1725, Vivaldi composed The Four Seasons, a series of concertos that gave musical expression to the seasons—murmuring streams, singing birds, harvest festivals, winter wind, and lazy summer days— and is now one of the most popular pieces of classical music. The [uncertain] Four Seasons is a recomposition that reflects climate predictions for 2050 if no effort is made to address climate change. Featuring GRAMMY-nominated violinist Jesse Irons, both works are offered side-by-side accompanied by the original sonnets to transform your experience and understanding of sound.

TICKETS

• $30 in advance / $35 at the door
• Purchase advance tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/334120442237
• We encourage you to purchase tickets in advance. Online ticket sales end 12 hours before the concert begins. Door tickets will be sold until venue capacity is reached.

COVID PROTOCOLS – subject to change in response to local conditions at time of event

• Masks are required for all staff, volunteers, and audience members above the age of 2 years old.
• All attendees above the age of 5 will be required to provide either proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (14 days past the final vaccination shot); proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test from an authorized provider within 72 hours prior to the event start time; or proof of a negative rapid test from an authorized provider within 12 hours prior to the event start time. At home test results will not be accepted.
• Proof of vaccination can be your physical vaccine card or a photo of this document. Proof of negative test results can also be physical or digital.
• All attendees, whether presenting proof of COVID-19 vaccination or of a negative test, must also present a matching valid state or federal ID. Children without such ID must be accompanied by an adult.

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