Festival Concert Definitions

The Festival differentiates the types of performances through various headlines. They include the LSO Classical Series, LSO Pops Concert, Festival Stage, New Horizons, and Mini Concerts.

LSO Classical Series - The centerpiece of the Festival, five unique concerts are performed under the direction of guest conductors and artists.

LSO Pre-Concert Talk Series - Prior to each LSO Classical Series, ticket holders may sit in on impromptu lectures by LSO members, visiting composers, local music scholars or others who may be involved in the Festival music scene.

LSO Pops Concert - Typically performed before a capacity crowd, the LSO entertains guests with music of a more popular nature.

Festival Stage - Popular performers take to the main stage to kick-off and close out the Festival season.

New Horizons - Considered the cutting edge of entertainment, up-and-coming artists take advantage of this series to showcase their unique talents.

Mini Concerts - Named for its performances in smaller, more intimate settings, this series features chamber group performances. An after-concert social hour allows mini concert guests the opportunity to meet the artists.

LSO Ensembles - Various combinations of the LSO musicians performing together.

INFormances - From shopping malls and business offices, to nursing homes and city parks, the Festival INformances provide entertainment to and in the community. Through generous grants, sponsors and partnerships, INformances couple music and education into special performances offered free to the public throughout the multi-county Festival area.

Festival Institute - A select group of Florida's top high-school musicians are able to participate - by invitation only - in the BellSouth Youth Ensembles, which provides mentoring and educational workshops by the members of the LSO. The Institute is produced in association with Stetson University in DeLand, and is offered free of charge.

Master Classes - In addition to the general performances, participating visiting artists provide advanced training workshops in small settings to the public.

What is SummerFaire? - Volusia County is home to many outstanding art institutions that offer a heady mixture of both the popular and classic art forms. Although informally organized, "SummerFaire" gathers together their summer programs during the Festival to provide additional activities and options in the area.

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