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SUMMARY:POI – HORIZONS: Grand Finale
DESCRIPTION:During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all\, adding vibrant\, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene. \nSupport the music community just by attending! It’s free! \n\nConcert Program\n\n\n\n\nHORIZONS: Grand Finale\nAn enchanting concert of youth musicians from all over the world\n \n\nSaturday\, June 14\, 2025\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMillsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall\n1701 N State St\, Jackson\, MS 39202\nFREE\n\nThis is an enchanting concert that unites young musicians from different countries\, all communicating through the universal language of music. Join us for an unforgettable morning and immerse yourself in the delightful melodies of classical music\, folk music from South America\, pop\, and more\, perfected and performed by talented young POI participants in three orchestras – Young Haydns\, Da Capo\, and POI Virtuosi. Our concert also features guest soloists and conductors from different continents. Don’t miss out on this exceptional youth musical event! \nFor more details\, expand toggles below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOI 2025 Concert Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)\nWednesday\, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)\nThursday\, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)\nFriday\, June 13 – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics (free)\nSaturday\, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)
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SUMMARY:POI – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics
DESCRIPTION:During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all\, adding vibrant\, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene. \nSupport the music community just by attending! It’s free! \n\nConcert Program\n\n\n\n\nNew Sounds\, Timeless Classics\nAn exceptional evening premiering “October Light” by Michele Allegro (Italy)\n \n\nFriday\, June 13\, 2025\n7:30 - 8:30 pm\nMillsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall\n1701 N State St\, Jackson\, MS 39202\nFREE\n\nGet ready for a night of new sounds and timeless classics! The Master Camerata Orchestra will be performing the world premiere “October Light” by Michele Allegro (Italy) with star conductor Germán Gutiérrez. \nEnjoy the stunning sounds of Dvořák\, Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto with soloist Francisco Vila\, as well as music from South America. \nFor more details\, expand toggles below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOI 2025 Concert Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)\nWednesday\, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)\nThursday\, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)\nFriday\, June 13 – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics (free)\nSaturday\, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStar conductor Germán Gutiérrez\n\n\n\nProfessor Germán Augusto Gutiérrez has served as Director of Orchestras and Professor of Orchestral Studies at Fort Worth’s Texas Christian University (TCU) as well as Director of TCU’s Latin American Music Center and biennial Latin American Music Festival since 1996.  Since 2000\, Dr. Gutiérrez has also served as Music Director of the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra (FWYO).  \nMaestro Gutiérrez is a frequent guest conductor of professional orchestras in the Americas\, Europe\, Middle East\, Asia\, Africa and Oceania.  \nUnder his baton\, the TCU Symphony and the FWYO have achieved exceptional levels of recognition. Both groups have traveled on numerous international tours. With the TCU Symphony\, Maestro Gutiérrez has also conducted the world premieres of more than sixty contemporary works. \nFor his involvement and dedication to TCU\, Maestro Gutiérrez received the Dean’s Teaching Award\, the Dean’s Award for Research and Creative Activity\, and the 2003 Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Research and Creative Activity\, the highest award that the university bestows. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuest cellist Francisco Vila\n\n\n\nVila is a soloist and chamber musician renowned for his sensitivity\, penetrating sound and technical mastery of his instrument. His performance career spans Asia\, Europe\, and the Americas\, where he has captivated audiences with his artistry\, depth and unique sound.\nFrancisco’s collaborations highlight his versatility and dedication to musical excellence\, performing alongside celebrated artists such as Gary Hoffman\, Cho-Liang Lin\, Maria João Pires\, Nobuko Imai\, and members of the Juilliard String Quartet\, among others. \nMaking his orchestral debut at the age of 14\, he has appeared as a soloist with renowned orchestras worldwide\, including the Houston Symphony\, the Simón Bolivar Symphony Orchestra\, the Liège Royal Philharmonic\, the Royal Chamber Orchestra of Wallonia\, the Santander Festival Orchestra\, all principal orchestras in his native Ecuador\, among others.
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SUMMARY:POI – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all\, adding vibrant\, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene. \nSupport the music community just by attending! It’s free! \n\nConcert Program\n\n\n\n\nClassic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza\n\nAn evening of musical richness and connection \n\nThursday\, June 12\, 2025\n7:00 - 8:00 pm\nMillsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall\n1701 N State St\, Jackson\, MS 39202\nFREE\n\nFeaturing an ensemble of POI guest artists and faculty\, this concert offers a carefully curated program that spans eras and emotions — from the delicate interplay of classical masterworks to bold contemporary expressions. \nChamber music\, often described as “the music of friends\,” invites listeners into a close and personal experience — where nuance\, collaboration\, and artistic conversation take center stage. Whether you are a seasoned concertgoer or new to the genre\, this evening promises musical richness and connection in a setting that brings performers and audience closer together. \nFor more details\, expand toggles below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOI 2025 Concert Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)\nWednesday\, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)\nThursday\, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)\nFriday\, June 13 – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics (free)\nSaturday\, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)
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SUMMARY:POI – Skyline Serenades: Tango to the Balkans
DESCRIPTION:During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all\, adding vibrant\, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene. \nPurchase a ticket (or two) as a way to help fund future POI scholarships and programs! \n\nConcert Program\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\nSkyline Serenades: Tango to the Balkans\nA journey through vibrant and soulful music \n\nWednesday\, June 11\, 2025\n7:00 - 8:00 pm\nCapital Towers rooftop\n125 S. Congress St\, Suite 1800\, Jackson\, MS 39201\nTicketed event benefiting Premier Orchestral Institute\nMake your reservation HERE\n\nFeaturing internationally acclaimed tango specialist Alejandro Drago\, alongside POI guest artists and faculty\, this one-night-only rooftop concert blends soulful melodies with panoramic skyline views and curated refreshments. All proceeds go to scholarships and programming of POI — help us bring more music to the community! \nAdmission $35. Reserve your spot at info@poimso.com by June 9th. \nFor more details\, expand toggles below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOI 2025 Concert Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free) Wednesday\, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser) Thursday\, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free) Friday\, June 13 – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics (free) Saturday\, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed tango specialist Alejandro Drago\n\n\n\nHailed by music critics as “a superb musician” with the “classical virtuosity of a Heifetz or Perlman\,” the “suave café style of Florian Zabach” and the “jazzy insouciance of Stephane Grappelli\,” Alejandro Drago has “crisscrossed the line between concerto virtuoso and jazz soloist.” His versatile musicianship has allowed him to be successful with many diverse styles and genres. \n \nAlejandro’s scholarly works have become important references in English language scholarly studies of Tango music. He maintains strong connections with the music of his homeland through his career as a performer\, researcher\, lecturer\, composer and arranger. His symphonic and chamber arrangements of Argentine music have been performed extensively in Europe and Latin America\, as well as in the United States by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra\, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
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SUMMARY:POI – Masters in the Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all\, adding vibrant\, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene. \nSupport the music community just by attending! It’s free! \n\nConcert Program\n\n\n\n\nMasters in the Spotlight\nAn evening with the masters behind the music \n\nTuesday\, June 10\, 2025\n7:00 - 8:00 pm\nMillsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall\n1701 N State St\, Jackson\, MS 39202\nFREE concert\n\nJoin us for a powerful showcase featuring the internationally renowned POI faculty and guest artists\, stepping into the spotlight as soloists. This concert offers a rare opportunity to experience the depth\, virtuosity\, and artistry of musicians who are not only celebrated performers but also revered educators. \nEach artist brings their unique voice and mastery to the stage — whether through soaring melodies\, dazzling technique\, or soul-stirring expression. Expect an inspiring evening of musical brilliance across a range of instruments and styles\, curated to celebrate both individual excellence and collective artistry. \nSoloists include:\nJae Won Seo\, violin (South Korea)\nAlejandro Drago\, violin (Argentina)\nMario Rivera\, viola (Honduras)\nShirley Kim\, cello (United States)\nFrancisco Vila\, cello (Ecuador)  \nFor more details\, expand toggles below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOI 2025 Concert Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)\nWednesday\, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)\nThursday\, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)\nFriday\, June 13 – New Sounds\, Timeless Classics (free)\nSaturday\, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)
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