For Immediate Release:
 September 15, 2008

Media Contact:
Cathy Ferreira
ferrec@miamidade.gov
 305-235-1668



Living artist concert series’ 2008-2009 season at the Deering Estate at Cutler


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- The Living Artist Concert Series (LACS) presents new, environmentally themed concerts at the Deering Estate at Cutler. The series combines ensemble performances with lectures, visual art exhibits, environmental awareness and interpretive programs. The following are the founding artists who represent faculty from the University of Miami and Florida International University and top local performers: Dr. José R. López (Pianist), Laura Wilcox (Violist), Ross Harbaugh (Cellist) and Scott Flavin (Violinist).

Concerts are held in the historic Stone House Ballroom which provides an intimate setting with superb natural acoustics for chamber music and offers a perfect environment for the exhibition of visual art. Tickets are $35 per concert. Season subscriptions are $150 for Foundation Members and $180 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.

The 2008-2009 Season Highlights include:

Friday, October 10, 2008, 7 pm “Florida Dreams”
Chamber Music Series

Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 7 pm “Moonlight”
Piano Music Series

Friday, January 16, 2009, 7 pm “Peculiar Plants”
Chamber Music/Baroque Series

Friday, February 6, 2009, 7 pm “Emerging”
Piano Music Series

Friday, March 20, 2009, 7 pm “The Golden Mean”
Chamber Music Series

Sunday, April 19, 2009, 7 pm “Endangered”
Chamber Music/Baroque Series

Sunday, May 17, 2009, 7 pm “Discovering Deering’s Dream”
Chamber Music Series

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The Deering Estate at Cutler, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Miami. This 444-acre natural and archaeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. Historic house tours are offered daily with admission to the Estate. Eco-tours are also offered throughout the year for an additional fee. For more information on the Deering Estate's educational and cultural programs please visit www.deeringestate.org.
 

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275 N.-W 2nd Street, 5th Floor Miami, Florida 33128
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It is the policy of Miami Dade County to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The facility is accessible. For sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices or materials in accessible format, please call at least five days in advance.