A Mississauga concert will pay tribute to the \u201cbeautiful game\u201d next month.<\/p>\n
The Mississauga Symphony Orchestra and Music of the World present A Tribute to the Beautiful Game on July 18 at the Living Arts Centre.<\/p>\n
The concert celebrates the passion, energy and global spirit of football.<\/p>\n
It is also affordable, with general admission tickets available for $35 (taxes and fees included). It will be first-come, first-served seating.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis concert represents an exciting new chapter for the MSO,\u201d said Claudine LaRochelle, executive director of the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra. \u201cNot only is it our first indoor summer concert presented at the Living Arts Centre, but it also introduces a new pricing model designed to make live orchestral music more accessible than ever.\u201d<\/p>\n
With lower ticket prices, it is hoped that more people across Mississauga will \u201cexperience the power of live music.\u201d<\/p>\n
Inspired by the world\u2019s most popular sport, this unique summer concert takes audiences on a musical journey across continents, featuring works that reflect the cultures, traditions and musical heritage of nations that have helped shape the game, the MSO said.<\/p>\n
Hits from the football world include: Brazil\u2019s Lambada, K\u2019Naan\u2019s Wavin Flag from South Africa 2010, the Caribbean hit Feeling Hot Hot Hot, Canadian icon Bryan Adams\u2019 Summer of 69, Shania Twain, Santana, Neil Diamond, Pitbull, Ricky Martin\u2019s The Cup of Life and Shakira\u2019s Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).<\/p>\n
\u201cLike music, football has an extraordinary ability to unite people from every corner of the world,\u201d said Maestro Denis Mastromonaco, artistic director and conductor of the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra. \u201cThis concert celebrates the cultures, traditions, and musical voices of nations connected through the world\u2019s game. It is a joyful and uplifting program that reflects the spirit of community, diversity, and shared experience that both music and sport inspire.\u201d<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re a passionate football supporter or simply looking for a fun summer night out, Music of the World offers an entertaining celebration of music, culture and community, the MSO said.<\/p>\n
For tickets and more information, visit www.mississaugasymphony.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Lead photo: Pixabay<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n