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Weekend highlights feature a look back at the musical, mystical journey of George Harrison
On Stage
Here Comes The Sun
The magic of The Beatles era comes alive when Godfrey Townsend and other musicians from The Alan Parsons Project join an ensemble of Indian Kirtan musicians to perform “Here Comes the Sun” – The Musical, Mystical Journey of George Harrison. The show celebrates the music and spiritualism of pop superstar George Harrison, using music from The Beatles songbook, Indian Kirtan music and meditative chanting.
Friday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. $10. Hofstra University’s John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. (516) 463-6644.
Jupiter String Quartet
The Jupiter String Quartet, Adelphi University’s ensemble-in-residence, presents “The Evolution of Voice,” a performance that examines how Beethoven’s “voice” as a composer changed radically from his early, classical style to his last years as an artist of adventurous and romantic works. The ensemble performs Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 5, in A Major, Op. 18 and String Quartet in C# Minor, Op. 131, which are paired with works by Anton Webern.
Friday, Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. $15 and $10. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000.
Romantic Pursuits
Valentine’s Day Treats
It’s time to share some romance with your sweetie. One place to consider is the Garden City Hotel, which is featuring a Valentine’s Weekend Sunday Brunch, among other romantic celebrations this weekend at the landmark hotel. The vast menu at the hotel’s signature restaurant Rein contains an array of sumptuous culinary offering. Specialties from Master Chef Steven De Bruyn include a seafood extravaganza with whole lobster, snow crab claws, jumbo shrimp, and more; sushi and dim sum; a carving station with roast prime rib on the bone; prepared-to-order gourmet pastas and sauces plus made-to-order omelets, Belgian waffles and French toast; along with unlimited brunch-beverage favorites including Bloody Mary, Screwdriver and Mimosa cocktails.
Sunday, Feb. 13. $69 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are recommended. The Garden City Hotel, 45 Seventh St., Garden City. (516) 747-3000 or visit www.gardencityhotel.com.
