JUST ANNOUNCED! Itzhak Perlman to perform at Ventura Music Festival´s 16th season

(VENTURA, CA – AUGUST 26, 2009) The upcoming 2010 Ventura Music Festival season gained momentum and excitement with today´s announcement that world-renown violinist Itzhak Perlman will perform during the 16th season, April 30 through May 8, 2010.

Winner of four Emmy Awards and 15 Grammy Awards, Itzhak Perlman is in constant demand around the world as both a violinist and conductor and enjoys superstar status rarely afforded to a classical musician.

On Saturday, May 1, Perlman will perform at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center. An elegant, pre-concert dinner and a presentation by Nuvi Mehta, Artistic Director of the Ventura Music Festival will highlight the evening. Tickets are available for advance purchase by calling 805-648-3146.

"As we continue our mission to bring great artists to Ventura, we are delighted to present Itzhak Perlman, one of the most beloved musicians, who has inspired us all for so many years," Mehta said.

In January 2009, Perlman participated in the Presidential Inauguration of President Barack Obama. Prior to this, he received the 1986 Medal of Liberty from President Ronald Reagan and a 2000 National Medal of Arts from President Bill Clinton. He also was a 2009 Kennedy Center Nominee and performed at a State Dinner for Her Majesty The Queen of England at The White House, hosted by President George W. Bush and First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush in 2007.

"We are very excited to bring this legendary performer to Ventura County," said Cheryl Heitmann, Executive Director of the Ventura Music Festival. "Mr. Perlman´s visit is made possible by major sponsors, including title sponsor Barbara Meister-Barber Automotive Group and co-sponsors Dr. Morris and Judith Leventhal and the Schwab Family Charitable Fund."

To purchase tickets to the concert and/or dinner, or to learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the 2010 season, contact the festival offices at (805) 648-3146 or www.venturamusicfestival.org

About the Ventura Music Festival

Founded in 1994, the Ventura Music Festival presents concerts featuring internationally known singers, instrumentalists, and ensembles in historic settings throughout Ventura County.

The Ventura Music Festival presents concerts throughout the year culminating in a 10-day May Festival on a specific theme, amplified by artists and programming. Today, the Festival stands as one of Ventura County´s signature cultural events.

Through its Educational Outreach Program, the Festival brings music lessons and performances to more than 25 schools and youth facilities throughout the City and County of Ventura each year, reaching more than 11,000 students in the past two seasons.

The Ventura Music Festival is a nonprofit 501(c) organization. Concerts are funded with various grants and sponsorships from local businesses and individuals. For more information on the full 2010 festival season, visit www.venturamusicfestival.org.

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