Fairfax Saxophone Quartet: Beethoven and Beyond April 29, 2010

Enjoy an evening of classi-jazz at its best! The Fairfax Saxophone Quartet with Amy LaCivita, piano, premieres James Francis’ arrangements of Beethoven’s classic Quintet in Eb Major, Op. 16 for Piano and Winds and L.A. Beach Music by Martin Yates, described by the London Times as "one of the most exciting and versatile British conductors of his generation." Other works include Beethoven’s “Finale” from String Quartet, Op. 18, No. 2 and “Adagio Cantabile” from The Pathetique Sonata, Op. 13; Tom Taylor’s Ode To Joy Blues; and the East Coast premiere of Mike Curtis’ Global Tour. Presented by City of Fairfax Band as part of Fairfax's 25th annual Spotlight on the Arts Festival, a three-week long presentation of music, dance, theater and visual arts in and around the City of Fairfax. Information: http://www.fairfaxband.org. (703) 757-0220. [email protected]

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