Trio of concerts for the dog days of summer
The next two weeks brings a mere trio of classical music performances to South Florida but the programs are worthwhile, even if it means a trip to Fort Lauderdale or Delray Beach.
1. Community Arts Program 2017 Summer Concert Series
The Los Angeles Guitar Quartet performs a program of masterworks, contemporary and culturally diverse music from Latin America, Africa, Europe and Asia as well as American classics. Aug. 17 at 8 p.m., Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ. Tickets $35-$50. (305) 448-7421, ext. 153. communityartsprogram.org.
2. Nova Singers Summer Sing
The Nova Southeastern University singers invite nine students from a local high school to perform with them. At this concert they’ll read through new choral literature planned for their upcoming season as well as review Jubilate Deo by Dan Forrrest. August 19, 10:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, http://www.novasingers.com/
3. Music at St. Paul’s
Violinist Mei Mei Luo and pianist Daphne Spottiswood will perform Cesar Franck’s Violin Sonata, Liszt’s Concert Etude for piano, pieces by Argentinian composer Piazzolla featuring tango elements and a piece by Spanish composer Pablo de Sarate featuring gypsy melodies. Aug. 20 at 3 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Tickets $15, $5 for students. (561) 278-6003. http://stpaulsdelray.org
This story was originally published August 9, 2017 at 4:08 AM.