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Beloved American violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn joins TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for the final concert of its 14th annual SummerFest. The “In Remembrance” concert features Brahms’s tender “German Requiem,” presented by the power of a 66-voice chorus, full orchestra, and glorious soloists. Ms. Pitcairn’s virtuosic performance of the beautiful Bruch “Violin Concerto #1” completes this inspirational concert.

For this special concert, patrons may purchase tableside seats and join in a pre-concert wine and hors d'oeuvres reception; or buy general seating.

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is looked at as the end of summer. Labor Day Weekend is filled with holiday barbeques and picnics, and some last moments under the sun before the arrival of fall and winter.

The month of August begins with a presentation on “The Great State Embezzlement”, Mo’z Motley Blues in concert and a presentation on “The History of Baseball in Nevada” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.

On Sunday, August 4, at 10:00 am, Glen Whorton, President of the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society, returns to the park to speak on this year’s topic “The Great State Embezzlement”. This is a free event for all to attend.

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Janet Napolitano, Former Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, President of the University of California, and Advisory Board Member of Classical Tahoe, offers an insightful analysis of American security at home and a prescription for the future.

Her new book, “How Safe Are We?” is a clear-eyed, rational examination of a government office that plays a key and often misunderstood role in the lives of all Americans.

Classical Tahoe and Tahoe Environmental Research Center Co-Present A Conversation with Janet Napolitano on Thursday, July 25.

STATELINE, Nev. - She came out swinging and never stopped with hit after hit and rolled out her newest single in 15 months to a very appreciative and excited crowd.

I admit I never knew much about Miranda Lambert except to see her on award shows and for the fact she was once married to Blake Shelton. I enjoy country music but have never been a dedicated fan, but after Thursday night's show at the Harveys Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, I am going to start paying much more attention, especially to Miranda.

She started the show off with her 2009 hit That's the Way the World Goes 'Round -

Stellar violinist Alex Eisenberg joins TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for Sibelius’ phenomenal “Violin Concerto.” The concert opens with Rossini’s famous “William Tell Overture,” and closes with Beethoven’s spirited “Symphony #8.” Performances in South Lake August 2; in Reno and Gardnerville July 27 & August 4, or a special event at Genoa Lakes Golf Club July 31st.

STATELINE, Nev. - Join the community at Kahle Community Park on Kingsbury Grade in Stateline on Monday, June 24 for the annual METAvivor Benefit Concert from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Local musicians Ike & Martin and Carolyn Dolan are donating their time to help raise funds for METAvivor, the only cancer charity in which 100 percent of all money raised goes directly to cancer research.

The benefit concert is on the lawn at Kahle so bring lawn chairs and beverages (no glass containers allowed). There will be finger food and desserts served.

TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra helps you celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends, close to home! Our 14th annual “BOPS” concert, conducted by Maestro James Rawie, is a delightful summer event that we perform in two venues at the Lake, in Reno, and in Gardnerville. Revel in full orchestra and chorus performances of patriotic favorites, be swept off your feet by great opera arias, join in a sing-along, and, if you’re the highest bidder, conduct the “The Stars and Stripes Forever”!

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live at Lakeview Summer Music Series returns to the South Shore for their eighth season on Thursday, June 20. Opening night will mark the highly anticipated return of Vokab Kompany, featuring a brand-new act B3K, a new sound from South Lake Tahoe’s Robbie Gallo.

Live at Lakeview brings a weekly concert on the beach, beer garden, local merchants and food options through a collaboration of On Course Events, Tahoe Wellness Center, Tessie’s Beach Bites and the City of South Lake Tahoe.

British pop/rock superstars Duran Duran are coming to Lake Tahoe for the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday, Sept. 13.

At the dawn of the ‘80s, a group of young men in Birmingham, England had a sound in their ears - one with echoes of glam, art-pop and dance. The band they formed quickly became a household name and, four decades later, Duran Duran have sold over 100 million records, had 18 American hit singles, 20 UK Top 20 tunes and continue to perform to huge concert audiences around the world.

Enter the enchanting world of local GRAMMY® Award-winning harpist Anne Roos during a special benefit concert at a secluded South Shore estate nestled under the pines.

On June 2, 2019, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., treat yourself to the sounds of Roos as she plays everything from Gershwin to Gaga while covering jazz, rock and roll, movie love songs and other favorites from the 20th and 21st centuries. Anne is
known for her talented renditions of a wide range of music on the Celtic harp.

You will be treated to gourmet appetizers and wine while being entertained.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The hilarious host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” Trevor Noah, is bringing his “Loud & Clear Tour” to the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday, July 5.

Multi-grammy award winner balladeer Lionel Richie is heading to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on August 17, 2019, making his the second American Idol booked for the popular series and eighth act booked to date.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Caesars Entertainment has announced country star Miranda Lambert is the sixth act to book for the Summer of 2019 Summer Concert Series in Lake Tahoe.

Lambert will be at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys Tahoe on Thursday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. Presale tickets start March 6, with general public sales on March 8. Ticket prices are from $69.50 to $149.50 plus service charges and can be found HERE.

Also booked so far for this summer at the popular outdoor arena are:

Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner for this amazing and FREE concert. This sing-along program tells the story of the man who wrote, “This Land is Your Land,” one of the most widespread English language folksongs. Join the Friends of the Library for Music on the Lawn with Adam Miller. Mr. Miller has performed live in over 2,000 American libraries in 48 states. One of the premier autoharpists in the world, he has distinguished himself as a master storyteller, and as one of the great interpreters of American folksongs and folktales.

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LAKE TAHOE, Nev. Three-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum-selling artist Pentatonix have announced their World Tour, including a performance at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on July 7 at 7:00 p.m. Emmy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling recording artist Rachel Platten will join as special guest.

Presale tickets will be available online only starting Thursday, February 14 from 10 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on www.Ticketmaster.com and www.APEConcerts.com. Presale password = DOLLY

Country superstar Luke Bryan is the second act confirmed to play in Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys Tahoe this summer. The four-time Entertainer of the Year brings his “Sunset Repeat Tour” to the scenic outdoor stage on August 25, 2019. The evening also features EMI/32 Bridge Entertainment recording artist Jon Langston as the opening act.

TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus presents celebrated American violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn performing one of the 10 greatest violin concertos of all time. And more than 100 singers and instrumentalists bring you Mendelssohn’s spectacular “Elijah.” Hear the concert at Montbleu Casino Theater in South Lake Tahoe/Stateline on Sunday, Feb. 10th at 4:00 p.m.

Other performances will be Feb. 9 - 17 in Incline Village, Gardnerville and Reno.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many see the annual SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe differently - some as a concert, others as noise. What many don't know is the sustainable platform organizers have established over the years.

Each year SnowGlobe and their partners Waste-Free Earth, Chris's Cleaning, Full Circle Compost and South Tahoe Refuse work together on reducing and reusing the waste created at the festival, and with the Sugarpine Foundation to plant trees for future forests.

The spirit of Christmas and Hanukkah come to life as the 18-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) presents “A World of Joy” featuring holiday music from the U.S. to Brazil, Puerto Rico, Israel, Russia, Austria and back. Joining the RJO is Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir starring vocalists Pat Esters, Lori Johnson, David Wells, and Caitlin Collins. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will open the show at the Reno performances.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A weekend-long celebration of the holidays will be at the historic Valhalla Grand Hall and Boathouse Theater November 16-18, 2018.

The annual Valhalla Holiday Faire will feature a variety of local and regional arts and crafts vendors, a Grand Hall decked out in traditional holiday style, refreshments from their bar, photos with Santa and the Valhalla raffle and holiday cheer to kick off the season in true Tahoe style.

The South Shore community is coming together on November 14 at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe's Vinyl for musician Trey Stone who is now in end stage kidney failure. Stone's friends in the musical word are donating their talent for a one night event to support his efforts to heal, get on dialysis and eventually get a kidney transplant.

Tickets are $20 and there will be raffles and a silent auction.

All proceeds will go to healing Trey and helping him continue gracing the world with his talent.

THe Lake Tahoe Unified School District Performing Arts Department presents A
Veteran’s Musical Tribute on Wednesday November 7, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the South Tahoe Middle School multi-purpose room.

This free concert is a wonderful tribute to our men and women who have served or are currently serving our country in the various branches of the military. We would like to invite all veterans and their families to attend our concert to honor and thank them for their brave and selfless duty.

The ninth annual South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival will be a weekend full of great food, fine wine and high spirits at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, Oct. 26 - 28, 2018