Final Concert – The Naples Philharmonic Masterworks’ performance of Mahler Symphony No. 5 begins at 8 p.m. May 10-11 in Hayes Hall at Artis—Naples. The Philharmonic welcomes Markus Stenz as conductor and piano soloist Zoltán Fejérvári performing the opening piece, Strauss’ “Burleske.” Mahler’s lush, monumental masterpiece is the perfect closer for the Naples 2023-24 season. Tickets start at $15. Arrive at 7 p.m. for a preconcert discussion with the conductor. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or https:// artisnaples.org.
Young Stars – Spring Chamber Ensembles Concert takes place at 4 p.m. May 11 in the Signature Event Space at Artis—Naples. The chamber ensembles of the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra present a selection of chamber music favorites. Admission is free but reserve your seat in advance. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.
All That Jazz – The Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra performs “The Music of George Gershwin” at 8:30 p.m. May 15 in Daniels Pavilion at Artis—Naples. Lew Del Gatto, artistic director, tenor saxophone, James Suggs, trumpet, Mike Harvey, drums, Chuck Bergeron, bass, and Jerry Stawski, co-bandleader, vocals and piano, perform the music of a jazz legend. $65. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or https:// artisnaples.org.
Just for Kids – The Naples Philharmonic Magic Carpet Community Day Concert is on stage at 11 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. May 18 in Daniels Pavilion at Artis—Naples. This intimate performance by the percussion musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra includes up-close-and-personal instrument demonstrations. It’s designed for kids ages 3-9 to learn fun facts about the percussion family of instruments like the maracas, guiro and drums. Part of the Spring Community Day celebration. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.
So Extra! – Imagine the sound of a 115-musician orchestra. You don’t have to. The Naples Philharmonic Side-by-Side Concert at 7 p.m. May 19 in Hayes Hall at Artis—Naples features the young musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra playing side-by-side with musicians of the Naples Philharmonic. Tickets start at $15. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.
Southwest Florida Symphony presents: 70s, 80s, & 90s Unplugged with Andrew Lipke, guest artist – Featuring hits from: Nirvana, Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, 10,000 Maniacs, Alanis Morisette, Jodeci, The Eagles, Mariah Carey, George Michael, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Paul McCartney, Sheryl Crow, The Cranberries, and Chris Isaak. May 18, 2024 | Event Starts 7:30PM at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall.
Celtic Throne explores the ancient origins of Irish step dance and celebrates the millennia-long journey of a music-and-dance-loving people as they migrate from the ancient Near East to Ireland, Scotland, England and the United States. May 30, 2024 | Event Starts 7:30PM at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall.
ROCK THE BLOCK FEATURING THUNDER BEACH – You’re invited to the Mercato block party! On the third Thursday of the month, enjoy an evening filled with live music, refreshing drinks & most of all– FUN. May 16 – Dec 21 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Location: Block near Bravo Lawn
Community Day – Artis—Naples hosts Spring Community Day, a free event from noon to 4 p.m. May 18 for families to explore everything Artis—Naples Simpson Cultural Campus offers. Activities include food trucks, an instrument petting zoo, face painting, balloon art and bilingual storytelling. But the event’s highlight is the performances offered throughout the day at 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org. The concert schedule:
¦ Magic Carpet Percussion at 11 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. This intimate performance by the percussion musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra includes up-close-and-personal instrument demonstrations. It is designed for kids ages 3-9 to learn fun facts about the percussion family of instruments like the maracas, guiro and drums.
¦ The Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia Spring Concert at 1 p.m. in Hayes Hall. Naples Philharmonic violinist Gregg Anderson directs.
¦ The Naples Philharmonic Youth Symphonia Chamber Ensembles Concert at 2 p.m. Some of the best young string musicians perform Mozart and Haydn under the direction of Gregg Anderson in the Signature Event Space.
¦ The Village School of Naples’ Knights of Steel perform on steel drums at 3 p.m. in the Rowe Performance and Learning Center.
¦ The Youth Chorus performs its Spring Concert at 4 p.m. in Hayes Hall, featuring more than 100 elementary through high school students led by the youth chorus director Barbara Sletto.
Young Jazz – Naples Philharmonic Youth Jazz Orchestra performs its Spring Concert at 3 p.m. May 19 in Daniels Pavilion. Under the direction of Brandon Robertson, the young musicians perform arrangements of some of jazz’s most beloved tunes. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. Free. artisnaples.org or 239-597-1900.
So Extra! – Imagine the sound of a 115-musician orchestra. You don’t have to. The Naples Philharmonic Side-by-Side Concert at 7 p.m. May 19 in Hayes Hall at Artis— Naples features the young musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra playing side-by-side with musicians of the Naples Philharmonic. Tickets start at $15. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.