Pinewood Music Series Begins January 24

You have seen Pinewood dressed up for the holiday season with Christmas at Pnewood, now you can hear it jazzed up with the Music at Pinewood Concert Series. Bok Tower Gardens’ Music at Pinewood concert series begins January 24 at 4:30 p.m. with a performance by pianist Judith Alstadter. Alstadter is a graduate of Juilliard with a doctorate from Yale, and will celebrate the 200th anniversary of Chopin’s birth (1810-2010) with music and commentary on his life and works.

A reception with refreshments to meet the artist will follow the concert and tickets are $25 or $20 for members.  Call 863-734-1221 or e-mail phrestina@boktower.org for reservations.The Music at Pinewood concert series offers a chamber music experience in the intimate performance setting in the 20-room mansion at Pinewood Estate. One of the finest examples of Mediterranean-style architecture in Florida, Pinewood Estate showcases the elegance and grandeur of a 1930s winter retreat with its antique furnishings, Tunisian tiles and intricate woodwork.

Upcoming Music at Pinewood concerts include “Dance in Music” with pianist Dr. Joseph Schwartz on February 21 and “Romance of Spain” with Vladimir Svoysky on March 14. Visit www.boktowergardens.org for more information.