July (2014) is . . .

July, 2014, in Cincinnati is music for July 4; Cincinnati Opera's "Silent Night," a Cincinnati premiere by Kevin Puts; Cincinnati Opera's first ever baroque opera, Francesco Cavalli's 1651 "La Calisto"; the Cincinnati Pops at Riverbend Music Center; piano and classical guitar at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music; and the opening of the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's summer series at Devou Park in Covington.

Details:

"American Salute"
Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
   Preparatory Department
Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra
July 3 -- 6 p.m.
Burnet Woods

This evening of holiday music begins at 6 p.m. with a variety of student and faculty ensembles of the CCM Preparatory Department. At 7:15, musicians of the Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra will perform Americana standards, including "In the Mood" and "Take the A Train." The evening concludes with the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra Brass Quintet in a "multi-sensory portrait of America," followed by fireworks at dark. Kids games and activities will be offered and food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Free and open to the public.
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"Art of the Piano"
Dennis Thurmond and Awadagin Pratt
July 3 -- 7 p.m.
Robert J. Werner Recital Hall
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

The "Art of the Piano" recital series at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music presents pianists Dennis Thurmond and Awadagin Pratt. Admission is $15, $6 for students. Call (513) 556-4183, or order online at ccm.uc.edu/boxoffice.
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Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Time for Three
Jacqueline Echols, vocalist
"Red, White and Boom"
July 4 -- 8 p.m.
Riverbend Music Center
6295 Kellogg Ave.

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra's annual July 4 celebration features the string trio Time for Three, vocalist Jacqueline Echols and Rozzi's Famous Fireworks to close the show. David Charles Abell will guest conduct the Pops. Tickets are $15, $12.50 for ages 17 and under (free to the lawn), $5 for active military and veterans. Parking is included. Note: All ticket holders get free classic rides at Coney Island all day July 4, beginning at 11 a.m. (excluding the pool). Call (513) 381-3300, or order online at cincinnatipops.org/riverbend
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concert:nova
"Blues in Washington Park"
July 6 -- 6-8 p.m.
Civic lawn, Washington Park
Over-the-Rhine

Cincinnati's concert:nova presents an evening of jazz. in Washington Park. Hear Julie Spangler on keyboards, Doug Lindsay on trumpet, Sylvia Mitchell on violin, Chris Philpotts on oboe, Mike Sharfe on bass and Marc Wolfley on drums. Bring lawn chairs, snacks. Drinks and food available. Admission free.
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"Art of the Piano"
Ning An
July 6 -- 7 p.m.
Robert J. Werner Recital Hall
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

The "Art of the Piano" recital series at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music presents pianist Ning An. Admission is $15, $6 for students. Call (513) 556-4183, or order online at ccm.uc.edu/boxoffice.
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"Art of the Piano"
student recitals
July 7-10 and July 12 -- 7 p.m.
Robert J. Werner Recital Hall
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

The "Art of the Piano" recital series at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music presents student recitals. Admission is free.
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"Music under the Stars"
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Quintet
July 9 -- 7 p.m.
Greenacres Arts Center
8400 Blome Rd.
Indian Hill

Hear a performance by the CSO Woodwind Quintet outdoors at the Greenacres Arts Center. The evening begins at 6 p.m. The performance is at 7. Blankets and picnics welcome (no alcohol please). Cash bar and light snacks available. Some seating, but bring your own chair to guarantee a comfortable seat. Admission is $15, children ages 5 and under free. Information at (513) 891-4227.
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"Art of the Piano"
Enrico Elisi
July 11 -- 7 p.m.
Robert J. Werner Recital Hall
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

The "Art of the Piano" recital series at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music presents pianist Enrico Elisi. Admission is $15, $6 for students. Call (513) 556-4183, or order online at ccm.uc.edu/boxoffice.
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Cincinnati Opera
"Silent Night" by Kevin Puts
July 10 and 12 -- 7:30 p.m.
Music Hall

Cincinnati Opera presents the Cincinnati premiere of Kevin Puts' "Silent Night." With libretto by Mark Campbell, "Silent Night" tells the true story of the Christmas Eve truce during World War I when opposing sides laid down their arms for a night of comradeship. Based on the 2005 French film "Joyeux Noel," the 2011 opera will be sung in English, French, German and Italian with English super titles. Cast members include tenor Thomas Blondelle as Nikolaus Sprink, soprano Erin Wall as Anna Sorensen and baritones Phillip Addis as Lt. Audebert, Craig Irvin as Lt. Horstmayer and Gabriel Preisser as Lt. Gordon. David Charles Abell will conduct the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, with stage direction by Eric Simonson. Information and tickets at (513) 241-2742, visit the Cincinnati Opera box office at Music Hall (9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday), or order online at http://www.cincinnatiopera.org/tickets/
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Catacoustic Consort
July 12 -- 7:30 p.m.
Annunciation Catholic Church
3547 Clifton Ave.

The early music ensemble Catacoustic Consort presents a "theorbo benefit" concert to assist the group in the purchase of a new theorbo. Hear David Walker and Michael Leopold on theorbo, Elizabeth Motter on baroque harp, Annalisa Pappano on viol and lirone and Alex Opsahl and Kiri Tollaksen on cornetto. Admission is free, but donations appreciated.
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Kentucky Symphony Orchestra
"Cirque Devou Deux"
July 12 -- 7:30 p.m.
Devou Park bandshell
Covington, Kentucky

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra opens its 20th season in Covington's Devou Park with Circus Mojo of Ludlow. The KSO, led by music director James R. Cassidy, will accompany high-wire acrobatics with a thematic program including "Entry of the Gladiators," "Walkin' on Sunshine," "Charivari," "Allegria, "Wipe Out," "Ozzy Circus Bus," etc. Admission is free. Note: This program was cancelled Labor Day weekend, 2013 because of weather.
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Music Live at Lunch
July 15 -- 12:10 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral
318 E. 4th St.
downtown

Violinist  and author Laurie Niles will play short works by Gershwin, Ravel and Massenet and read from her recently published book of interviews with vioilinists of note, including Joshua Bell, Hilary Hahn, Rachel Barton Pine, Anne Akiko Meyers and others. Admission is free. Guests are invited to bring their own lunch.
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Cincinnati Opera
"La Calisto" by Francesco Cavalli
July 17, 20, 23 and 25 -- 7:30 p.m.
July 27 -- 3 p.m.
Corbett Theater
School for Creative and Performing Arts

Cincinnati Opera presents its first ever baroque opera and its second production in Corbett Theater at the School for Creative and Performing Arts with Francesco Cavalli's 1651 "La Calisto." Based on a tale from Ovid's "Metamorphoses," the opera about Jove's (the king of the gods) shenanigans to get his hands on the nymph Calisto features bass-baritone Daniel Okulitch as Jove, soprano Nathalie Paulin as Calisto, soprano Alexandra Deshorties as Juno and countertenor Michael Maniaci as Endymion. David Bates will lead the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, joined by the early music ensemble Catacoustic Consort. Stage direction is by Ted Huffman. The opera will be sung in Italian with English super titles. Note: The production, with scenic design by David Centers, utilizes the same creative team as last season's "Galileo Galilei" by Philip Glass. Information and tickets at (513) 241-2742, visit the Cincinnati Opera box office at Music Hall (9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday), or order online at http://www.cincinnatiopera.org/tickets/
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Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Concert on the Green
Comet Bluegrass All Stars
July 18 -- 8 p.m.
grounds, Union Central Life Insurance Co.
Forest Park

The Cincinnati Pops led by Pops conductor John Morris Russell performs its annual "Concert on the Green" on the grounds of the Union Central Life Insurance Co. in Forest Park. Appearing with them will be the Comet Bluegrass All Stars. Hear American music and Broadway standards, plus themes from blockbuster movies. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic. Admission is free and open to the public.
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Washington Platform Jazz Series
July 18 -- 9 p.m. - midnight
Washington Platform Restaurant
1000 Elm St.
downtown

The Washington Platform Jazz Series presents the Rusty Burge Trio with Brad Myers on guitar, Rusty Burge on vibes, Brad Myers on guitar, Michael Sharfe on bass and Tony Franklin on drums. Dinner until 11 p.m. Jazz until midnight. Call (513) 421-0110 for reservations.
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Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Broadway Singalong
Lisa Vroman and Darius DeHaas, vocalists
May Festival Summer Chorus
July 19 -- 8 p.m.
Riverbend Music Center
6295 Kellogg Ave.

Cincinnati Pops conductor John Morris Russell leads the Pops in its annual Broadway show at Riverbend. Joining the orchestra will be vocalists Lisa Vroman and Darius DeHaas and the May Festival Summer Chorus directed by Robert Porco. Note: The concert will also feature the winning ensemble from Cincinnati ArtsWave's "Cincy Sings" contest. Tickets begin at $20, $12.50 for ages 17 and under (free on the lawn), parking included. Call (513) 381-3300, or order online at cincinnatipops.org/riverbend
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Washington Platform Jazz Series
July 19 -- 9 p.m. - midnight
Washington Platform Restaurant
1000 Elm St.
downtown

The Washington Platform Jazz Series presents the Phil DeGreg Trio, with Phil DeGreg on piano, Doug Richeson on bass and Melvin Boach on drums. Dinner until 11 p.m. Jazz until midnight. Call (513) 421-0110 for reservations.
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Cincinnati Opera
"Madame Butterfly" by Giacomo Puccini
July 24 and 26 -- 7:30 p.m.
Music Hall

Cincinnati Opera closes its 2014 summer festival with perennial favorite "Madame Butterfly" by Puccini. Starring as Cio-Cio San will be soprano Maria Luigia Borsi, with tenor Shawn Mathey as Pinkerton, mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor as Suzuki, baritone Roberto de Candia as Sharpless and tenor Steven Cole as Goro. The production, with scenic design by Paul Shortt, was created for Cincinnati Opera. The opera will be sung in Italian with English super titles. Ramon Tebar will lead the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Stage direction is by Marc Verzatt. Information and tickets at (513) 241-2742, visit the Cincinnati Opera box office at Music Hall (9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday), or order online at http://www.cincinnatiopera.org/tickets/
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Washington Platform Jazz Series
July 25 -- 9 p.m. - midnight
Washington Platform Restaurant
1000 Elm St.
downtown

The Washington Platform Jazz Series presents The Options Jazz Quartet, with Rusty Burge on vibes, Garin Webb on sax, Michael Sharfe on bass and John Taylor on Drums. Dinner until 11 p.m. Jazz until midnight. Call (513) 421-0110 for reservations.
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Washington Platform Jazz Series
July 26 -- 9 p.m. - midnight
Washington Platform Restaurant
1000 Elm St.
downtown

The Washington Platform Jazz Series presents The Brent Gallaher Quartet, with Brent Gallaher on sax, Rusty Burge on vibes, Michael Sharfe on bass and Jim Leslie on drums. Dinner until 11 p.m. Jazz until midnight. Call (513) 421-0110 for reservations.
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Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
"Back to the (17)80s"
July 27 -- 6-8 p.m.
Washington Park
Over-the-Rhine

The strings of the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra, led by Isaac Selya, perform music of the 1780s in this al fresco event in Washington Park in Over-the-Rhine. Hear Mozart's "Eine kleine Nachtmusik" and Adagio and Fugue in C Minor; Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3; "Summer" from Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons"; Handel's Concerto Grosso, Op. 6, No. 11 in A Major; and Mendelssohn's String Symphony No. 10 in B Minor. Admission is free.
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