The Antelope Valley Community Concerts is delighted to present their upcoming 2011-2012  season of outstanding artists.  Music lovers are urged to join now.  The Antelope Valley Community Concerts Association is a local non-profit group that has for 64 years brought world-class concerts to our valley for a very low price. All concerts are held at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center. These artists are masterful musicians and also share their wit, knowledge and charm with their audiences.  Admission to all four concerts is purchased by one low membership fee of $60 for adults and $20 for students,18 and under. You may call the Lancaster Performing Arts Center at 661-723-5950 and use your credit card to purchase  season tickets. There is no extra charge.  Also, see the membership page for all details.

Starting the season on Friday, October 21, 2011 is the Chris Burton Jácome Flamenco Ensemble. You won’t find acoustic flamenco more innovative, entertaining or inspiring.  This ensemble , showcasing the fantastic artistry of flamenco, is a magical collaboration commanded by the guitar wizardry of Chris Burton Jácome and enhanced by a vocalist, three flamenco dancers, a bassist and percussionist.  Each show is a powerful interaction, unique and captivating.

Chris, with four CDs to his credit, is one of the country’s most in-demand flamenco guitarists and has scored several TV shows, including an Emmy Award –winning PBS special.  His spell-binding solos and original songs have been featured in motion pictures.

Flamenco is choreographed energy, and as the ensemble’s haunting songs and beautiful melodies combine with the awesome movement and rhythm of dance, the art of flamenco explodes onstage.  Audiences shouts of “Ole`” and “Toma!” become part of the experience, part of the passion of flamenco.  “An impressive blend of technique and melody,” – Times Record News

Intersection takes the stage on Thursday, January 26, 2012.  Think of this amazing group as a classical trio – violin, cello and piano – on a journey.

Lancaster Performing Arts Center (LPAC)

750 W. Lancaster Blvd., between Fern & Fig Aves.

The group literally journeys the world, touring in Asia, Europe and the U.S., but they also present a varied program of repertoire from all parts of the music world.  A typical Intersection concert may center on a Ravel, Dvorák or Brahms trio but will veer into previously unexplored byroads:  A Brahams Hungarian thread may be spun into a series of gypsy tunes, or Ravel may evolve into the ethereal world of a sensuous French song.  American music is also part of the journey, spanning the most avant-guard of compositions to excerpts of film and theater music.

Along with best-selling CDs and guest appearances with major orchestras, the quintessential Intersection event is a trio concert – a spell-binding journey with vitality, verve and diversity. “Diamond-hard brilliance…stunning.” – Los Angeles Times