Concert One
 

The Harry James Orchestra continues the tradition of mellow arrangements and fine rhythmic playing that first made it famous. Currently under the direction of James’ lead trumpet virtuoso, Fred Radke, the orchestra continues to play worldwide in both major venues and special "invitation only" performances. Fred Radke’s style of playing is so similar to James that listeners often cannot discern the difference. With countless credits including The Glenn Miller Orchestra, The Lennon Sisters, Connie Stevens, The Pied Pipers (and the list goes on and on), Radke is one of the few remaining original luminaries keeping the panache of that brilliant era alive.

Concert Two
 

Formed in early 1996, The Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet is fast becoming one of the most respected dance ensembles in the art world. Artistic Director, Marina Medvetskaya, is a disciple of the legendary Vakhtang Chabouldath and Prima Ballerina of the Tbilisi State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre. Under her leadership the ensemble is flourishing. She has attracted the finest dancers from such mature companies as The Kirov Ballet, The Maly Ballet and The St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre of Askold Markov. Since winning the Gold Medal in the Amber Necklace International Ballet Competition in Kalingrad, they have embarked several successful tours across Russia, the former Soviet states, Europe, Scandinavia and currently the United States, and even performed during the summer White Nights seasons at the Theatre of Musical Comedy in St. Petersburg.

Concert Three
 

For the last 150 years Wales has built an international reputation as a country full of singers spawning nearly 300 male choruses. Black Mountain Chorus of Wales brilliantly carries forth this choral tradition and is dedicated to two things -- complementing the work of fellow Welsh choirs, and creating a rewarding environment for younger singers so that they may achieve a vocal and performance level previously thought not possible for themselves. Singing both Welsh classics (in the Welsh language) and more contemporary popular selections Black Mountain Chorus not only renders flawless traditional male choral sounds -- they turn dreams into reality.

Concert Four
 

Each member of the incomparable French Chamber Orchestra couple their passion for making music with the energy, technique and attention to ensemble that true chamber music requires. The group performs regularly with well-known French soloists and conductors including Maurice Andre, Guy Touvron and Frederic Lodeon in venues all across Europe and made a very successful U S debut at the Lincoln Center in 2002. Acclaimed as one of France’s best chamber orchestras, the French Chamber Orchestra is equally at home with baroque, classical, romantic and contemporary music, and takes a particular pleasure in bringing forgotten masterpieces to life -- a "must-see" for Chamber enthusiasts.

Concert Five
 

“Franc D’Ambrosio’s HOLLYWOOD” celebrates the classic movies we all adore. Movies honored include “Singing In The Rain”, “An Affair To Remember”, “Sleepless In Seattle”, “The Jazz Singer”, “Dr. Doolittle”, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”, “South Pacific”, “Moonstruck”, “The Toast Of New Orleans”, “Guys & Dolls”, “The Godfather”, “High Noon”, “Breakfast At Tiffany’s”, “Casablanca”, “Somewhere In Time”, “Flying Down To Rio”, “Top Hat”, “Swing Time” & “The Phantom Of The Opera”.

Franc D’Ambrosio is one the most requested, return engagement performers in the country. Industry accolades include: National Theatre Award nomination / “Best Male Performer in a Musical” for his work with Barry Manilow as the lead in the pre-Broadway tour of “Copacabana” Grammy Consideration / Best Male Vocalist 1999 for his performance of “Panis Angelicus” Grammy Consideration / Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album 2005 for his CD “Franc D’Ambrosio’s BROADWAY”.

D’Ambrosio has also enjoyed numerous television appearances, including “The 2005 Tribute to Movies on Ice”, as Special Musical Guest with Michael Bolton.. His performance of “Music of the Night”, from the movie The Phantom of the Opera (as skated to by Brian Boitano), received the evening’s only standing ovation.

Franc D’Ambrosio’s brand new show is filled with Academy Award winning melodies, memories, masterful singing, and “una pletora di” of Italian charm. “Franc D’Ambrosio’s HOLLYWOOD” – a sure fire sequel you don’t want to miss – is brought to you by Center Productions, Inc. & Big League Theatricals. www.francdambrosio.com