THE GRAND SALON
CANADA'S PALM COURT ORCHESTRA

Matinee Performance was a Real Treat
HUNTSVILLE FORESTER
Wednesday March 22, 2006

Bravo to the Festival of the Arts for introducing a new dimension into our splendid new Algonquin theatre - a Sunday matinee - and what a performance it was.
The fortunate ones who attended were treated to an awesome two hours of delightful symphonic artistry. Kerry Stratton, in his genius, has with his new Grand Salon, Canada's Palm Court Orchestra, focused on a fabulous niche: that of timeless salon concert music.

The first half of the concert featured selections from European composers such as Strauss and Suppe. How phenomenal Suppe's somewhat hackneyed 'Light Calvary Overture' sounds when performed by talented artists.

The second half covered popular works by American composers such as Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin. Each selection was performed with style and ardour by artists obviously enjoying themselves while attired in formal tails and exquisite gowns. Kerry's ability to enlighten us in his humorous style is always a delight.

To those unfortunate enough to have missed this first matinee, either because you were still in Florida or because of unawareness, you missed a fantastic occasion. We hope the Festival will continue this matinee style and will program as early return engagement of Kerry Stratton's Palm Court Orchestra and its super repertoire.

We wish Kerry all the best in recapturing what was an era with most memorable music.

Still humming those melodies.

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