Holiday Gold Party is Fundraiser December 15thPosted:Mon, 05 Dec Holiday Gold Party is Fundraiser December 15th
For Aaron Collins, the holiday Gold Party & fundraiser is a win-win for everyone. “The timing is great for everyone” said Collins. “Party-goers can get extra cash for holiday shopping by bringing in their unwanted gold – and help the Space Coast Symphony at the same time. We’ve got a lot of fun things planned for the evening to make it a memorable event.” For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2011/12 performing Season and ticketing, please visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (321) 536-8580. PHOTO (ATTACHED) – The public is invited to a year-end Gold Party & fundraiser for the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra on December 15th in Cocoa Village. Turn unwanted gold into holiday cash and help benefit the orchestra. Call 321.536.8580 for more. Photo by Rich Sullivan of Brick & Mortar ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580. ABOUT BRICK & MORTAR— Brick & Mortar curates art exhibitions and events to engage the local community and create an environment for the exchange of dialogue and ideas. Events and art projects are designed to create relationships and give people the freedom to explore artistic expression, to foster the emergence of a sustainable creative community. “Brick & Mortar” is a business term for a physical and tangible space, as opposed to an online store. When naming the community project, founders Lindsay Kolsch, Denny Kolsch and Rich Sullivan saw the need and value to have a physical presence. The name Brick & Mortar also serves as a reminder of the power and purpose of connected living. What began with the discovery of a home in Historic Cocoa Village has become Brick & Mortar art cooperative, located at 643 Brevard Avenue Cocoa, FL 32922. For more information, please visit http://brickandmortarbuilt.com or call (321) 252-9333. ABOUT GOLDFELLOW®— GoldFellow®, LLC is a nationwide buyer and refiner of precious metals buying gold, silver, platinum and diamonds from consumers via its website and 15 walk-in store locations in Florida and California along with 40 “By-Appointment” offices throughout the United States. The company began as an internet-based business in 2007 and now operates upscale stores and offices and a gold party division. Goldfellow® is unique in that they only purchase gold, silver, platinum and diamonds and do not engage in public reselling. The company has continued to grow with over 250,000 completed transactions. The company maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and our founders and executives have appeared on CNN, CBS, ABC, NBC, Univision, NPR and Fox as unbiased experts on the gold industry. Goldfellow® assists in the fundraising efforts of numerous community-based organizations such as Kids in Distress, Gulf-Aid and others. For more information about GoldFellow® please visit, www.goldfellow.com – or call 954-356-1935.
Recreating Jazz Great Stan Kenton Christmas AlbumPosted:Mon, 05 Dec Recreating Jazz Great Stan Kenton Christmas Album (Cocoa Village, FL) December 5, 2011 -- The 20-piece Space Coast Jazz All-Stars will present a holiday jazz concert featuring two iconic Christmas albums at 7:00 PM on Saturday, December 17th at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 2030 North Highway A1A in Indialantic, 32903. “A Stan Kenton Merry Christmas & Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker” will showcase original big band arrangements of holiday classics from the legendary Stan Kenton Christmas album including O Holy Night, God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman, Angels We Have Heard on High, The Twelve Days of Christmas and more. The 1961 original by progressive jazz legend Stan Kenton is considered by some to include the greatest Christmas Big Band arrangements of all time. On the second half of the program, Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite transforms Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic into pure jazz expression. $20 advance tickets may be purchased online at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or by calling (321) 536-8580. Convenient ticket outlets include A Floral Affair in Merritt Island, Art Expressions in Eau Gallie, Blue Sky Insurance in Cocoa Village and Tropical Realty of Suntree. Tickets at the door are an additional $5. Students 18 years of age and under admitted free. And for those unable to afford the price of general admission, the new SCSO Symphony for Everyone program will provide discounted tickets to anyone wishing to attend the symphony performance. See details at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org. Space Coast Symphony Orchestra Artistic Director, Aaron Collins, knows Central Florida jazz fans will turn out for this concert in numbers. "You've never heard a holiday concert like this,” said Collins. “We are recreating Stan Kenton’s original album from 1961, complete with original instrumentation. The wit & energy of these arrangements will make for a great night! In addition, you'll get to hear Duke Ellington's take on Tchaikovsky's classic, The Nutcracker.” The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s 2011-12 season is a hugely ambitious and wide-ranging collection of 16 concerts featuring great works from classical and contemporary genres, orchestral masterworks, guest artists from far and near and collaborations with local Performing Arts organizations. Known for their exuberant playing style and innovative concerts, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will challenge audiences in 2011-12 to 'Be Inspired' with a vastly diversified musical offering and flexible ticket pricing. Concert details are online at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org, with Season tickets, Flex Ticket packs and individual advance tickets now available for purchase. For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2011/12 performing Season and ticketing, please visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (321) 536-8580. ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580. Holiday Liftoff: Leroy Anderson & Nutcracker 12-3Posted:Mon, 05 Dec Holiday Liftoff: Leroy Anderson & Nutcracker 12-3
Artistic Director Aaron Collins is certain the program will be a pure delight for young and old. “This program is two holiday all-time favorites rolled into one,” said Collins. “The Leroy Anderson tunes will put a smile on your face and then the emotional intensity of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker will finish you off. And the costumes and grace of the dancers are a feast for the eyes. We wanted to offer this show twice in the same day so everyone could see it.” “A Leroy Anderson Christmas & the Nutcracker” is the latest in the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s 2011-12 Season; a hugely ambitious and wide-ranging collection of 16 concerts featuring great works from classical and contemporary genres, orchestral masterworks, guest artists from far and near and collaborations with local Performing Arts organizations. Known for their exuberant playing style and innovative concerts, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will challenge audiences in 2011-12 to 'Be Inspired' with a vastly diversified musical offering and flexible ticket pricing. Concert details are online at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org, with Season tickets, Flex Ticket packs and individual advance tickets now available for purchase For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2011/12 performing Season and ticketing, please visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (321) 536-8580. ABOUT THE GALMONT BALLET— The Galmont Ballet is committed to producing exquisitely staged productions and the best in contemporary choreography. They strive to enchant new audiences with the magic of ballet and to make the experience more available and accessible to all. Led by the legendary Frank Galvez and Lucia Montero, the Company nurtures new talent and provides an essential training ground for serious young dancers. Since 2008, they have presented their performing season at The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, where they are the official Resident Ballet Company. Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer Frank Galvez crafts each rhythmic and thrilling performance, creating a sense of shared artistic intimacy between the audience and the dancers. The 2010-2011 performing Season features a selection of classic dances as well as premiere ballets. For more information about the Galmont Ballet, their season schedule or instruction, call 321.543.4403 or visit www.GalmontBallet.com ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580.
Sci-Fi Movies and Music on 11-11-11Posted:Sat, 05 Nov Sci-Fi Movies and Music on 11-11-11
Artistic Director Aaron Collins is a strong believer in the use of multi-media to enhance the concert-going experience. “I grew up with film music and have been passionate about it ever since,” said Collins. “Launching our Night at the Movies Series with Science Fiction classics on 11-11-11 will be a sensory experience for our concertgoers. The movie scores paired with clips from these iconic films will make this a fantastic Friday night out.” The Space Coast Symphony will present the World Premiere of Jerry Goldsmith's Star Trek: The Motion Picture Director's Cut, a 25 minute suite comprised of cues from the original score. In addition, the orchestra will highlight Alex North's rejected score from 2001: A Space Odyssey. Topping off the evening will be suites from John Williams in E.T and Star Wars.
ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580. ‘London Symphony’ a Multi-media ExperiencePosted:Tue, 25 Oct ‘London Symphony’ a Multi-media Experience
Artistic Director Aaron Collins is a passionate believer in the use of multi-media to enhance the concert-going experience, providing the music is preserved as the main event.
“A London Symphony” is the third concert of the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s recently announced 2011-12 Season; a hugely ambitious and wide-ranging collection of 16 concerts featuring great works from classical and contemporary genres, orchestral masterworks, guest artists from far and near and collaborations with local Performing Arts organizations. Known for their exuberant playing style and innovative concerts, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will challenge audiences in 2011-12 to 'Be Inspired' with a vastly diversified musical offering and flexible ticket pricing. Concert details are online at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org, with Season tickets, Flex Ticket packs and individual advance tickets now available for purchase. For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2011/12 performing Season and ticketing, please visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (321) 536-8580. ABOUT CAREY MOORMAN, VIOLINIST— Mr. Moorman serves as the Principal Second Violinist for the Space Coast Symphony as well as Principal Second Violinist for the Brevard Symphony. He also performs with the Orlando Philharmonic, on occasion serving as acting Principal Second Violinist. Before moving to Florida, Carey Moorman served as Concertmaster with the Pine Bluff Symphony, Assistant Concertmaster with the Fort Smith Symphony, Principal Second Violinist with the Conway Symphony, as well as Tenured Violinist with the Arkansas Symphony, South Arkansas Symphony, the Wildwood Opera Festival, and Pinnacle Players Chamber Orchestra. Mr. Moorman has been First Violinist with the Encore String Quartet, Pinnacle String Quartet, and the Falstaff String Quartet. Mr. Moorman studied with Professor Kevork Mardirossian of Indiana University for four years and earned his degree in Violin Performance. He was selected to perform in Master classes with Jonathan Carney, Concertmaster of the Baltimore Symphony and former Concertmaster of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London, as well as Yfrah Neaman, famous pedagogue from the United Kingdom. Mr. Moorman has taught multiple violin clinics for the Pine Bluff Orchestra Workshop and is on faculty to coach musicians for the Brevard Chamber Music Seminar. He won first prize in both the Stella Boyle Smith Young Artist Competition and the Little Rock Music Coterie Competition. This marks his second appearance with the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Aaron Collins. ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580.
Symphony Brings ‘The Music Man’ to Life on 10-2Posted:Wed, 21 Sep Symphony Brings ‘The Music Man’ to Life on 10-2
Artistic Director Aaron Collins is delighted to bring The Music Man production to life in Melbourne. “This will be a really fun program,” said Collins. “The Music Man is one of the greatest musicals written and bulking up the pit orchestra will give it an even more exciting sound. If you enjoy the ‘radio show’ style of A Prairie Home Companion, you’re going to love The Music Man.” The Music Man is the second concert of the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s recently announced 2011-12 Season; a hugely ambitious and wide-ranging collection of 16 concerts featuring great works from classical and contemporary genres, orchestral masterworks, guest artists from far and near and collaborations with local Performing Arts organizations. Known for their exuberant playing style and innovative concerts, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will challenge audiences in 2011-12 to 'Be Inspired' with a vastly diversified musical offering and flexible ticket pricing. Concert details are online at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org, with Season tickets, Flex Ticket packs and individual advance tickets now available for purchase. For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2011/12 performing Season and ticketing, please visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (321) 536-8580. ABOUT STEPHEN MUMBERT (Playing Harold Hill)— Stephen Mumbert is quickly gaining attention on the concert and opera stage throughout the United States and England. Stephen was recently praised for being “vocally, the most promising singer” and for “possessing an assured and stylish technique” for his interpretation of the title role in Mozart’s Don Giovanni at the Aldeburgh Festival in England. Stephen is a graduate of Stetson University where he holds a B.M. in voice performance and he also holds an M.M. in opera from The Boston Conservatory. He has participated in the young-artist programs of Bay View Music Festival (Marcello/La Boheme), Seagle Music Colony (Aaron Greenspan/Morning Star), Britten-Pears (Don Giovanni/Don Giovanni, Junius/The Rape of Lucretia), and Fort Worth Opera (Slim/Of Mice and Men, King Melchior/Amahl and the Night Visitors). Most recently Stephen was seen with Opera Naples performing the roles of Morales in Bizet’s Carmen and King Melchior in Amahl and the Night Visitors. Upcoming performances include Handel’s Messiah and Finzi’s In Terra Pax with the newly formed Symphonic Chorale of South West Florida, a return to the South West Florida Symphony and Chorus for Mozart’s Coronation Mass and the role of Don Alfonso in Cosi fan tutte with the University of Minnesota Opera Theater where he is beginning his Doctoral studies. Stephen currently studies voice with John De Haan. ABOUT ELIZA DOPIRA (Playing Marian Paroo)— Soprano Eliza Dopira has been praised for her “vibrant tone” (Cecilia Porter, Washington Post)as well as her “thoughtful phrasing” and “shining work” (Tim Smith, Baltimore Sun). Ms. Dopira is a native of Brevard and daughter to Patrick and Judy Healy. She holds a Bachelor degree in Vocal Performance from Florida State University, and a Masters in Voice and Opera Performance Diploma from Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University. Eliza has been an apprentice artist and performed opera roles with Sarasota Opera, Lake George Opera of Saratoga Springs, and Washington Summer Opera. An accomplished concert artist, she was chosen to perform in concert with the National Symphony, River Cities Symphony, Bryn Mawr Choral, Johns Hopkins Choral Society and Peabody Symphony Orchestra. Aside from her busy singing career, Eliza leads the Concert Choir and String ensemble at Florida Institute of Technology, and maintains a private voice studio. ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians and select youth players. The Orchestra was formed with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest youth musicians as well as to provide professional-level concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations. The symphony performs in several very comfortable venues in Brevard and Indian River counties, with advance general admission tickets priced at just $20. School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge. In keeping with their mission, the symphony launched the Symphony for Everyone program in 2011, designed to provide substantially discounted admission tickets to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the non-profit group performs year-round in addition to providing separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling (321) 536-8580.
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 Symphony & Playhouse Singers Present ‘An Enchanted Evening’October 23, 2011 Press Release Just Say “Da” to Russian ExcursionsNovember 13, 2011 Press Release ‘Old World, New World’ Symphony Season OpenerSeptember 18, 2011 Press Release Symphony, Galmont Ballet Combine for ‘Russian Festival’October 2, 2011 Press Release ‘Mendelssohn Goes Italian’ January 29thJanuary 29, 2011 Press Release Swing Your Sweetheart for the SymphonyFebruary 4, 2011 Press Release Musical Power Play on February 12thFebruary 12, 2011 Press Release Concert Salutes Icons in Music February 26thFebruary 26, 2011 Press Release Icons in Music Saluted February 26thFebruary 28, 2011 Roundup Musician's ViewMarch 19, 2011 Views Dramatic Season Finale for Space Coast SymphonyMarch 19, 2011 Press Release Suntree Launches ‘Concerts in the Park’ SeriesMarch 14, 2011 Press Release The Sacred Works at RiversideMarch 14, 2011 Press Release Space Coast Symphony ends Season with drama, promise of more to comeMarch 19, 2011 Roundup Ask Aaron February/March MailbagAaron Collins answers “Symphonic Samplings” at Black Tulip April 17thApril 4, 2011 Press Release “Symphonic Samplings” at Black Tulip April 17thApril 17, 2011 Roundup ‘Time Machine’ will Transport Viera ListenersApril 16, 2011 Press Release Ask Aaron April MailbagAaron Collins answers Suntree Evening Concert is Red, White & BlueMay 9, 2011 Press Release ¡Latin Fiesta! Makes Summer Sizzle in Vero BeachJune 5, 2011 Press Release ¡Latin Fiesta! a Sizzling Summer NightJune 4, 2011 Concert Roundup ¡Latin Fiesta! Makes Summer Sizzle in BrevardJune 4, 2011 Press Release Free Patriotic Concert is American TapestryJune 6, 2011 Press Release Suntree Concert Celebrates AmericaMay 31, 2011 Press Release ‘Biegel Performs Emerson & Anderson’ June 25thJune 14, 2011 Press Release ‘Biegel Performs Emerson & Anderson’ June 26thJune 14, 2011 VB Press Release Symphony Orchestra Paints ‘An American Portrait’July 16, 2011 Press Release Orchestra Performs ‘Opening Night Gala’ in Vero BeachSeptember 18, 2011 VB Press Release Orchestra Performs ‘Opening Night Gala’September 17, 2011 Press Release Orchestra Celebrates Art Co-op AnniversarySeptember 12, 2011 Press Release Symphony Brings ‘The Music Man’ to Life on 10-1October 1, 2011 VB Press Release Symphony Brings ‘The Music Man’ to Life on 10-2October 2, 2011 Press Release ‘London Symphony’ a Multi-media ExperienceOctober 11, 2011 Press Release Sci-Fi Movies and Music on 11-11-11November 11, 2011 Press Release Holiday Liftoff: Leroy Anderson & Nutcracker 12-3December 3, 2011 Press Release Recreating Jazz Great Stan Kenton Christmas AlbumDecember 17, 2011 Press Release Holiday Gold Party is Fundraiser December 15thDecember 15, 2011 Press Release |
(Cocoa Village, FL) December 5, 2011 – The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will hold an exciting year-end Gold Party & fundraiser on Thursday, December 15th from 6:30 PM until10:00 PM at the symphony offices in the Brick & Mortar art cooperative studios located at 643 Brevard Avenue in Historic Cocoa Village. Attendees are encouraged to bring in their unwanted gold jewelry (earrings, rings, even broken and tangled chains) and exchange it for cash, while enjoying live entertainment, complimentary appetizers, and a cash bar. 10% of the Gold Party proceeds will benefit the non-profit Space Coast Symphony Orchestra, as does the sale of photos taken with the “golden” conductor of the SCSO, Aaron Collins. Nationwide refiner and buyer of precious metals, GoldFellow®, LLC will conduct the Gold Party transactions. For more information, call 321.536-8580 or visit 
(Cocoa Village, FL) November 21, 2011 – Join the Space Coast Symphony for a double-dose of the holiday season with two performances of “A Leroy Anderson Christmas & the Nutcracker” on Saturday, December 3rd at 2:00 & 7:00 PM at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in north Melbourne. The Scott Center auditorium is located off the Pineda Causeway at 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, 32940. The first half of the concert includes Leroy Anderson favorites such as Sleigh Ride, Bugler’s Holiday, The Typewriter, Syncopated Clock, A Christmas Festival, and more. The Galmont Ballet joins the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra on the second half to present selections from Tchaikovsky's unforgettable masterpiece, the Nutcracker. Tickets are limited. $20 advance tickets may be purchased online at 
(Cocoa Village, FL) October 31, 2011 - Journey to another galaxy with Aaron Collins and the Space Coast Symphony when they present “Out of this World! Science Fiction Classics” on Friday, November 11th at 7:00 PM at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in north Melbourne. The Scott Center auditorium is located off the Pineda Causeway at 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, 32940. The SCSO will “beam up” concert-goers into science fiction’s greatest film and musical moments including Star Wars, E.T: The Extra-Terrestrial, Star Trek, and 2001: A Space Odyssey. “Out of this World! Science Fiction Classics” is the first concert of Night at the Movies, an innovative series pairing film scores and suites with images and clips on screen. $20 advance tickets may be purchased online at 
“Out of this World: Science Fiction Classics” is the fourth concert of the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s recently announced 2011-12 Season; a hugely ambitious and wide-ranging collection of 16 concerts featuring great works from classical and contemporary genres, orchestral masterworks, guest artists from far and near and collaborations with local Performing Arts organizations. Known for their exuberant playing style and innovative concerts, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will challenge audiences in 2011-12 to 'Be Inspired' with a vastly diversified musical offering and flexible ticket pricing. Concert details are online at 
(Cocoa Village, FL) October 11, 2011 - Aaron Collins and the Space Coast Symphony take a musical trip “across the pond” when they present “A London Symphony” on Saturday, October 22nd at 7:00 PM at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in north Melbourne. The Scott Center auditorium is located off the Pineda Causeway at 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, 32940. The concert opens with Wasps Overture by Vaughan Williams, a work scored for a Cambridge production of the Greek play by Aristophanes. The Space Coast Symphony’s principal second violinist, Carey Moorman, will give the Southeastern U.S. premiere performance of Cecil Forsyth’s Viola Concerto in G minor, a work of extraordinary lyricism and powerful melodies. The concert concludes with Vaughan Williams’ A London Symphony, an affectionate and sometimes elegiac musical portrait of London and its inhabitants in the era that vanished with World War I. Local filmmaker, Jeff Thompson has assembled archival film footage and period photos to accompany Williams’ moving symphony. $20 advance tickets may be purchased online at 
“This is not an attempt to decorate or distract from the music,” said Collins. “Rather, we wanted to show the audience the London of the time that inspired Vaughan Williams to write his impressive symphony. Their experience will include the excitement of a live musical performance coupled with emotional imagery from an era that has passed. The energy of the audience itself is the third component that will make this a truly remarkable event.”
(Cocoa Village, FL) September 20, 2011 - Enjoy toe-tapping fun during a musical trip to River City, Iowa when Meredith Willson’s The Music Man comes to Melbourne on Sunday, October 2nd at 3:00 PM at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in north Melbourne. The Scott Center auditorium is located off the Pineda Causeway at 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, 32940. Maestro Aaron Collins and the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will present an un-staged production of The Music Man, enlarging the pit orchestra and performing it like a live radio show. Up and coming baritone, Stephen Mumbert will star as Professor Harold Hill, while soprano Eliza Dopira will take the role of Marian Paroo. A talented chorus of various local singers will round out the characters and give life to this beloved American musical, winner of five Tony Awards. The audience will hear such well-known songs as, ‘Til There Was You, Seventy-Six Trombones and (Ya Got) Trouble. $20 advance tickets may be purchased online at 