SHOWCASE AT STUDIO BEE: MIKE MELTON, VERONIKA STRING QUARTET AND PHIL VOLAN AND JOLEEN BELL
When: Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 6:00 PM (Doors open 5:30 PM)
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This event is FREE (no tickets required) and open to the public!

KCME presents "Classical Night" at the Showcase at Studio Bee!

Mike Melton (6:00 PM): Mike Melton received his first guitar as a Christmas present when he was 8-years-old.  Shortly thereafter he began guitar lessons with John McDaniel of Graner Music – who now tours with Zoso, the premier Led Zeppelin tribute band in the country, in the role of Jimmy Page.  Through these early lessons Mike gained a strong love for the instrument – it was not uncommon for him to play his guitar 4 or 5 hours straight.  At age 14 he began studying classical guitar with Wayne Hammerstadt.

Melton enjoys playing improvisational jazz at the Acid Jazz Jam in Manitou Springs with such well known musicians as Kim Stone (bassist for The Rippingtons) and Mike Reese.  Melton has also performed classical guitar at UCCS, as well as playing with an improvisational jazz group.  Currently he performs classical guitar at the R & R Coffee Café in Black Forest.

A 2007 graduate of Lewis-Palmer High School, Monument,Colo., Melton currently attends UCCS.



Veronika String Quartet (6:30 PM): In 2010 the Veronika String Quartet is selebrating the 20th anniversary of playing music together and the 10th anniversary at the Colorado State University. Listen to an interview with the quartet on KCME.

Program:
Four, for Tango by Piazzolla

Chrysanthemum by Puccini

Nice work if you can get it by Gershwin

Lento from Dvorak’s American Quartet

And Polka by Shostakovich.





Phil Volan and Joleen Bell (7:15 PM): Phil Volan and Joleen Bell  play beautifully crafted original compositions and covers for mainly fingerstyle guitar and vocals.  The duo began in 2003 with a mutual love of acoustic music and share a rich musical past.  The Black Rose Newsletter's reviewer Stew Levitt describes Phil and Joleen's playing on they're instrumental CD of duets:  "Starting with the opening harmonics of “Carousel,” each guitar teases, withdraws and pursues each other like two children on an afternoon outing. This is acoustic guitar at its best."   In 2002, Phil earned 2nd place at the prestigious National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship in Winfield, Kansas.  Phil and Joleen are widely versatile and perform at concerts, conventions, festivals, churches, restaurants, and the always-loved house concert.

THE MAGIC FLUTE, PRESENTED BY OPERA THEATRE OF THE ROCKIES
When: Sunday, February 28, 2010 - 3:00 PM (Doors open 2:00 PM)
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The crown jewel on Opera Theatre of the Rockies 2009-2010 season is a fully-staged and costumed production of one of the most beloved operas ever written. Die Zauberflöte, the German title of Mozart’s The Magic Flute, is renowned for providing unequaled operatic entertainment that appeals to viewers of all ages. Its blend of comedy, fantasy, romance and spirituality made it an instant operatic legend, a position it has not relinquished since its premiere in 1791. It was the final success in the remarkable career of its composer, who died shortly after its debut. The opera will be sung in German with English Supertitles and supported by a professional orchestra.

THE MAGIC FLUTE, PRESENTED BY OPERA THEATRE OF THE ROCKIES
When: Saturday, February 27, 2010 - 7:30 PM (Doors open 6:30 PM)
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The crown jewel on Opera Theatre of the Rockies 2009-2010 season is a fully-staged and costumed production of one of the most beloved operas ever written. Die Zauberflöte, the German title of Mozart’s The Magic Flute, is renowned for providing unequaled operatic entertainment that appeals to viewers of all ages. Its blend of comedy, fantasy, romance and spirituality made it an instant operatic legend, a position it has not relinquished since its premiere in 1791. It was the final success in the remarkable career of its composer, who died shortly after its debut. The opera will be sung in German with English Supertitles and supported by a professional orchestra.

DISNEY LIVE! ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW 3:30
When: Sunday, February 07, 2010 - 3:30 PM (Doors open 2:30 PM)
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Audiences will join their favorite Disney friends as they hop on Mickey's bus to search for special acts to add to their stage show. Kids will sing along to cool songs, jump out of their seats to dance to the beat and laugh out loud with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Buzz Lightyear, Cinderella, Tigger and more! Everyone's a part of this show-stopping, zany adventure—right in your hometown!

DISNEY LIVE! ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW 12:30
When: Sunday, February 07, 2010 - 12:30 PM (Doors open 11:30 AM)
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Audiences will join their favorite Disney friends as they hop on Mickey's bus to search for special acts to add to their stage show. Kids will sing along to cool songs, jump out of their seats to dance to the beat and laugh out loud with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Buzz Lightyear, Cinderella, Tigger and more! Everyone's a part of this show-stopping, zany adventure—right in your hometown!

THE THREE PHANTOMS
When: Saturday, February 13, 2010 - 8:00 PM (Doors open 7:00 PM)
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The Three Phantoms

Three Broadway leading men who have all played "The Phantom" join forces, performing hits from the world's best-loved shows including- you guessed it - the Phantom of the Opera.

Discounts for students, active military personnel, and seniors are available at the box office only. If applicable, please bring valid ID.

Get a Valentine's Day dinner at the Philharmonic's The Three Phantoms!

Don't know what to do for your sweetheart? Bring her/him to the Colorado Springs Philharmonic's "The Three Phantoms" and get a great dinner and flower!

Three Broadway leading men who have all played "The Phantom" join forces, performing hits from the world's best-loved shows including- you guessed it - the Phantom of the Opera.

Join us for an elegant catered dinner before the show! Served an hour and a half before the show (6:30 PM) you can join us for dinner! Menu is listed below. Dinner is $40/person (does not include show ticket) and includes a free beverage, parking pass for the adjacent Sawatch parking garage and a flower!

Mixed Green Salad with crispy Prosciutto, fresh raspberries, candied pecans, brie and carmelized shallot vinagrette
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushroom Demiglace
Rock Shrimp and Scallops with Chardonnay Cream Sauce and Shells
Buttered fresh and grilled garden vegetables
Cheddar and herb twice baked baby yukon potatoes
Chocolate Lover's Cake with fresh whipped cream and dark cherry sauce
Chocolate dipped strawberries

To purchase dinnner, or for more information, please call Andrea at 477-2117.

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD: IMAGINATION CELEBRATION
When: Friday, February 12, 2010 - 7:00 PM (Doors open 6:00 PM)
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Join Imagination Celebration at the Pikes Peak Center for the second performance 2009/2010 Over the Moon Family Theater Season with the musical “A Year with Frog and Toad” on Friday, February 12, 2010 beginning at 6:00 pm!  This live performance is based on the series by Arnold Lobel and produced by The Road Company. 
A hit on Broadway, A Year With Frog and Toad was nominated for three Tony Awards, including Best Musical.  Now, back by popular demand, an all-new production is touring across North America, pausing to charm audiences in 54 cities including Colorado Springs!  Arnold Lobel's beloved characters hop from the page to the stage in this delightful musical that follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad, through four fun-filled seasons.  Waking from hibernation in the spring they share many adventures learning life lessons along the way, including a most important one about friendship and rejoicing in the attributes that make each of us different and special.

Arrive early in your jammies for hands-on activities, meet special guests, experience live theater, celebrate with free cookies & milk, and bring the experience home with an Imagination Celebration PlayBook with activities that reach Education Content Standards.

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HAROLD IN ITALY
When: Sunday, February 21, 2010 - 2:30 PM (Doors open 1:30 PM)
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Harold in Italy

Brahms'' utterly romantic concerto follows Lord Byron''s pilgrim - the world- weary Harold - finding love and danger in his soul-searching travels.
BERLIOZ - Harold in Italy
BRAHMS - Piano Concerto NO. 2

A pre-concert lecture will begin approximately 1 hour prior to the performance.
Discounts for students, active military personnel, and seniors are available at the box office only. If applicable, please bring valid ID.

HAROLD IN ITALY
When: Saturday, February 20, 2010 - 8:00 PM (Doors open 7:00 PM)
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Harold in Italy

Brahms' utterly romantic concerto follows Lord Byron's pilgrim - the world- weary Harold - finding love and danger in his soul-searching travels.
BERLIOZ - Harold in Italy
BRAHMS - Piano Concerto NO. 2

A pre-concert lecture will begin approximately 1 hour prior to the performance.
Discounts for students, active military personnel, and seniors are available at the box office only. If applicable, please bring valid ID.

THE FOUR SEASONS
When: Saturday, February 06, 2010 - 8:00 PM (Doors open 7:00 PM)
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The Four Seasons

VIVALD! The Four Seasons Featuring violinist Yumi Hwang- Williams and clarinetist David Shifrin.

Discounts for students, active military personnel, and seniors are available at the box office only. If applicable, please bring valid ID.