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Sunset CenterSan Carlos Street & 9th AvenueCarmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921 map cross street: 9th Avenue district: Carmel-By-The-Sea Tel. 1.831.620.2048 Website |
Events Calendar
 | Sat Nov 21 Homecrafters' will enjoy its 39th Anniversary this year on Saturday, November 21, 2009. This year's venue will be at Sunset Center on San Carlos between 9th and 10th Avenues, steps from downtown.
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 | Sat Nov 21 Angèle Dubeau and her ensemble La Pietà are well-known for their breathtaking virtuosity, impeccable precision, energy, style and their contagious joy of playing. Sold-out performances and rave reviews sum up La Pietà's unequivocal success of the pas... More |  |
 | Sun Nov 22 Singer-songwriter and guitarist, Keb' Mo’s music is a living link to the Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across America. This three-time Grammy®, winner’s distinctive sound embraces multiple eras and genres: blues, pop, rock, f... More | |
 | Fri Nov 27 - Sun Dec 27 From tap-dancing Christmas trees and swinging sock-hoppers to Santa Baby with a feather boa, the 2009 edition includes favorites plus some new surprises. The San Francisco Chronicle calls this inventive combination of ballet, tap, swing, jazz and ... More |
 | Sun Nov 29 Susan Graham is one of the world's foremost opera and recital stars, a compelling and versatile singing actress. Celebrated as an expert in French music, Ms. Graham has been honored by the French government as a "Commandeur dans l'ordre des Arts et d... More | |
 | Fri Dec 04 - Sun Dec 13 San Francisco’s Smuin Ballet is once again taking its popular Christmas show on the road this holiday season. Combining tap, jazz, swing and many more styles, Smuin’s Christmas Ballet is a welcome break from the onslaught of Nutcrackers that besiege ... More | |
 | Fri Dec 04 - Sat Dec 05 This Bay Area tradition returns for a season of holiday fun and frolic set to both classic and contemporary musical selections that reflect the magic of the season. Both the Classical and Cool Acts offer something for everyone. From Bach’s Magnificat... More | |
 | Sat Dec 05 - Mon Dec 07 Both back by popular demand, soprano Tracy Dahl and conductor Arthur Post work together for the first time. Tracy's exceptionally high and beautiful voice is a rare jewel. It's certain to sparkle in these arias she personally selected for their rare ... More | |
| Sun Dec 06 - Mon Dec 07 Concert Two
December 5, 2009 (3 pm final rehearsal) 8 pm - Sherwood Hall, Salinas
December 6 (3 pm) & December 7, 2009 (8 pm) - Sunset Theater, Carmel
Arthur Post, guest conductor
Tracy Dahl, soprano
Berlioz: Selections from Romeo et Juliette*
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 | Sat Jan 16 Considered "Simply the best there is" by the Boston Globe, the critically acclaimed Borromeo String Quartet is one of the most sought after string quartets in the world, performing over 100 concerts of classical and contemporary literature across thr... More | |
 | Sat Jan 23 Internationally recognized as one of the world's finest quartets, the American String Quartet celebrated its 30th anniversary during the 2005–2006 season. Highlighting the anniversary was the quartet's debut in a new series of recordings on the Arabe... More | |
 | Sat Jan 23 - Mon Jan 25 Exciting violinist Judith Ingolfsson is breaking attendance records wherever she performs. Her combination of natural talent, profound musicality, technical mastery and beautiful stage presence will long be remembered. Known best for its prominent ob... More | |
 | Sun Jan 31 Set to the melodic tones of standing drums, dramatic choreography, bright layered rhythms and stirring vocals, Spirit of Uganda brings to life the sounds and movements of East Africa. Twenty-two vibrant, young performers infuse the stage with energy,... More | |
 | Sat Feb 06 Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his role as a founding member of Traffic, Dave Mason continues to share his expressive talent as a singer-songwriter and guitarist. His song Feelin' Alright became an anthem, recorded by over 48 artist... More | |
 | Sun Feb 14 A program exclusively of music by Frédéric Chopin - born on February 22, 1810 (or March 1st). A parish church document found in 1892 gives his birth date as 22 February 1810, but he usually gave March 1 as his date of birth.
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 | Fri Feb 19 The ATOS Trio has rapidly developed a strong reputation as one of the finest young chamber ensembles performing today. Formed in 2003 by violinist Annette von Hehn, cellist Stefan Heinemeyer and pianist Thomas Hoppe, the ATOS Trio has since played re... More | |
 | Sat Feb 20 - Mon Feb 22 Returning to conduct the Monterey Symphony eleven years after his debut with us, Dmitry Yablonsky has led prestigious orchestras throughout Europe and Asia including the Moscow Symphony Orchestra. Last year, Dmitry won a Grammy nomination for his re... More | |
 | Sat Feb 27 Five of Broadway’s favorite stars backed by an eight-piece orchestra sing the works of musical theatre’s most successful writer of the 20th century. Evita, Starlight Express, Cats, and the transcendent Phantom of the Opera are but a few of Andrew Llo... More | |
 | Sun Feb 28 Television, film and Broadway star Christine Ebersole always delights the crowd with her sweetly madcap style. A two-time Tony® Award winner for 42nd Street (2001) and Grey Gardens (2007), Ebersole is one of the most highly talented and engaging ente... More | |
 | Fri Mar 05 Program:
Antonin Dvorak "Sonatina in G Major," Op. 100
Richard Danielpour "River of Light" (2007)
Kevin Puts "Arches for Solo Violin" (2000)
J. S. Bach "Ciaccona" from Partita No. 2 in D minor
Lev Zhurbin "Sicilienne" (2000)
Maurice Rav... More | |
 | Sat Mar 27 - Mon Mar 29 Highly regarded for her devotion to classical and popular music, Sara Buechner's special touch will make this performance of Gershwin's music one of the highlights of the season. Elgar's Cockaigne Overture paints a delightful picture of Edwardian Lon... More | |
 | Sat Apr 17 The Cypress String Quartet has brought audiences to their feet for over a decade with virtuoso performances at major concert venues around the world, including the Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, Detroit, Columbus and Honolulu Chamber Music Soci... More | |
 | Sat Apr 24 - Mon Apr 26 One of the most creative programs recently presented, each of these great works uses only the low strings. Schubert's genius comes through this beautiful work for male voices can be translated as "The Song of the Spirits over the Waters." Brahms deli... More | |
 | Fri May 14 Devon Guthrie, soprano, is a Masters student at Juilliard and studies with Marlena Malas. At Juilliard, Ms. Guthrie sang the roles of Susanna in Le Nozze di Figaro, Lucia in The Rape of Lucretia, and was featured in Juilliard’s Vocal Arts Honors Reci... More | |
 | Sat May 22 "1964"The Tribute takes their audiences on a musical journey to an era in rock history that will live in all of our hearts forever. They are hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute in the world. Choosing s... More | |
 | Sat May 22 - Mon May 24 Long recognized as one of the finest musicians of our time, the legendary Gary Graffman ascends our stages to perform a unique work in the repertoire, Ravel's Concerto for the Left Hand only. Max Bragado says goodbye to the season with works by Rodri... More | |
| About Sunset Center The Sunset Center is the most active cultural facility on the Monterey Peninsula, home to distinguished performing arts groups including the Carmel Music Society, Carmel Bach Festival, Monterey Symphony, Chamber Music Monterey, and Sunset Presents. Built originally in 1931 as the auditorium of a grammar school, the Center has recently completed a major renovation. The result is a state-of-the-art performance center and a magnificent venue for the performing arts. Located in the heart of Carmel, nestled among the pines, it is one of the highlights of a visitors experience to Carmel, and an ongoing delight for residents. |
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