Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival announces the beginning of an unparalleled 2008 season. The all-star line-up includes the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic will dominate the 2008 season, running from June 25 to August 2, 2008. This year Bravo! will feature over 40 internationally renowned soloists and chamber musicians. Dates and Events to remember: June 25, 2008 – The Columbus Jazz Orchestra, led by trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling, promotes the future of big band jazz and brings a dynamic spirit that has kept audiences coming back over and over again. June 27, 2008 – The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra will open its 19th season with the orchestra’s Music Director Christopher Seaman and acclaimed violinist Jennifer Koh. The orchestra will be in residency through July 4, when it will close with its annual patriotic concert under the baton of Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik. July 6, 2008 – The Philadelphia Orchestra will return under the baton of Charles Dutoit, who was recently named Chief Conductor for the famed Philadelphians. Associate Conductor Rossen Milanov will also return to lead the orchestra. July 18, 2008 – The New York Philharmonic will return with Alan Gilbert, newly appointed successor to Lorin Maazel, and legendary pianist Lang Lang. The New York Philharmonic will be in residency for six concerts and will close on July 25. The Festival’s chamber music series will take place at various venues throughout Vail Valley this summer. Bravo will also host an intimate cabaret evening at the Vilar Center on Saturday, July 5 with legendary cabaret singer Andrea Marcovicci. Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival celebrates its 21st season this summer from June 25 through August 2, 2008. The festival has grown from a handful of attendees to an annual audience of more than 60,000. For more additional details please click on their website below or call 877-812-5700. | 
