Another One of those "Best Kept Secrets" in Redding.
Thursday night we attended the Shasta Community Concerts 2008-2009 Season Opening Concert, and what a concert it was. Pavlo, the world famous classical guitarist gave an outstanding performance to those 2000 in attendance. Once again, we are so fortunate to have these kinds of concerts in Redding, but yet, it seems, so few folks either know about this opportunity and just miss it, or don't know about it. Last night was classic. This kind of world class entertainment deserves a full house. An absolutely top-notch concert performance.
Pavlo has performed on stages world-wide as well as on PBS specials broadcast from Greece to Gander (Newfoundland). His music is a very unique blend of Mediterranean, Latin, Greek, and even Spanish flamenco music and he does it so well joined by his team of versatile guitarists and a percussionist. Pavlo's music is exciting to listen to, for even with his slower and beautiful ballads, the true spirit of the music comes through loud and clear, and everyone in the audience got into the great rhythms and arrangements Pavlo is known for. This was an evening to remember.
Pavlo is the first of five concerts scheduled for this season, and a lot of credit should go to the Shasta Community Concerts Association for their efforts in arranging these programs. The entire season is very reasonably priced, and the concert selection, which is made by our local Association, is Broadway quality. In fact, many of the concerts in Redding are coming here after Broadway, Las Vegas, and other noted venue performances. These are quality programs at Redding prices, and offer an excellent variety for both individual and family entertainment. The next concert is Pianafiddle on November 13th and the season concludes with American Jukebox on March 31, 2009. What a great opportunity for our community offered at the Civic Auditorium...close, convenient, and priced right. Give the Association a call for additional information at 530-247-7355.
Enjoy the season.
Ron Largent
www.ronlargent.com
