Classical musical experiences should be fun. This year’s series sets out to show you why. Since 1982, the Classical Concert Series (CCS) has planned these experiences with the goal to present the world’s best musicians. Our 43rd season will be no different.
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Frisson Winds
Monday, October 21, 2024 | 7:30 PM | Sunrise Theater
Due to the backlog in processing visas for Canadian artists to perform in the U.S., Quartetto Gelato will not be able to open our series this year. We are working to book them for next season. Keeping with our tradition of presenting amazing music artists, we are excited to present the FRISSON WINDS.
Frisson Winds features some of the best and brightest of classical music’s stars by showcasing emerging young artists as well as seasoned professionals. In just a few seasons the group has skyrocketed to become one of the leading classical music groups in the field. The members of Frisson all have impressive biographies and many have performed at such prestigious venues as the Verbier Festival, Aspen Music Festival, Marlboro Festival, and Ravinia Festival, as well as in New York City at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. A Frisson Winds concert will feature a wide variety of music for winds of various combinations, such as trios, quartets and quintets playing music by such composers as Beethoven, Mozart, William Grant Still, Gershwin, and more.
“An evening of musical perfection” ~ The Royal Gazette
Zee Zee, piano
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Monday, January 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM | Sunrise Theater
An imaginative and electrifying performer, ZEE ZEE is unique among the young generation of pianists. Her interpretations and communicative abilities have been praised as “taking us to another reality” (Belgischer Rundfunk), while her creative maturity has been hailed as powerful and passionate. Soon after beginning her musical training in Berlin, Germany at the age of five, she quickly became one of the most sought-after young artists of her generation. Having performed with the world’s leading orchestras, conductors, and other musicians, Zee Zee comes to Moore County to dazzle us all!
“A powerful, passionate and compelling representation of pure artistry.” ~ Los Angeles Times
Lun Li, violin
Monday, February 17, 2025 | 7:30 PM | Sunrise Theater
LUN LI is a young violinist committed to creating thought-provoking, concert experiences for audiences around the world. A native of Shanghai, China, he won First Prize in the 2021 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, which led to his NYC recital debut at Merkin Concert Hall and his Washington, DC recital debut at the Kennedy Center. Lun has appeared on major musical stages throughout the world including Konzerthaus Berlin, Kulturpalast Dresden, and Wiener Konzerthaus. An avid chamber musician, he has participated in the Marlboro Music Festival, Verbier Music Festival Academy, and will soon join the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
“Lun Li has admirable command of all the possibilities of the bow, and uses it with delightful musical sense.” ~ Ludwig van Montréal
Moore County Choral Society
with Servire Chorus
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Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 4:00 PM | Lee Auditorium at Pinecrest High School
The Arts Council is partnering with the MOORE COUNTY CHORAL SOCIETY to present the finale of their 50th anniversary season. Among North Carolina’s long-standing choral groups, MCCS celebrates a rich choral music tradition through outstanding live choral performances, education, and public outreach. This special concert will include SERVIRE CHORUS, a 12-person, professional vocal ensemble that is also a service organization. Through benefit concerts, education outreach, and service projects, Servire helps foster strong connections within communities while presenting a high level of musical artistry. Joining MCCS and Servire Chorus will be the Pinecrest High School Choir, Union Pines High School Choir, and the ARC’s Joyful Noise Choir.
4-Concert Subscription is $115 per person ($96 for Arts Council members)
Pick Your Own “3” Concerts is $90 per person ($81 for Arts Council members)
Pick Your Own “2” Concert is $64 per person ($58 for Arts Council members)
Tickets to one concert: $35 each
Buy your tickets at the Arts Council Galleries (Campbell House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines) or call 910-692-ARTS (2787).