Iturbi Music Competition Winners to Perform on Queen Mary 2
May 29, 2008 - In addition to first place prizes of $50,000, the winners of The 2008 Josˆ© Iturbi International Music Competition at UCLA's Schoenberg Hall (June 16-21, 2008) will present Cunard Command Performances aboard Queen Mary 2 during the April 26, 2009 Transatlantic Crossing from New York to Southampton, England, it was announced by
Also during the voyage,
"We thank Cunard for its generous support of this exciting week of competition that showcases the world's greatest classical music talent of tomorrow," said
"Guests who sail Cunard have a profound appreciation for classical music and we are delighted to be part of an event that shines a spotlight on the exceptionally talented young people who will soon enough grace the great stages and concert halls of the world," said Carol Marlow, president and managing director of Cunard Line. "We are delighted to share their gift of music onstage in Queen Mary 2's
The Josˆ© Iturbi International Music Competition gives 48 of the world's most gifted young pianists and singers the opportunity to compete for the largest cash prizes (more than $250,000) of any classical piano and singing competition worldwide.
For more information about the 2008 Competition performance schedule, go online to www.joseiturbifoundation.org. To make reservations on the April 26, 2009 Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing, contact your travel professional, call 1-800-7-CUNARD or visit www.cunard.com.
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About The Jose Iturbi Foundation
Created in 1985 by
One of the greatest concert pianists of his time, Josˆ© Iturbi was also a composer, conductor and performer of international acclaim who starred as himself in seven MGM musicals including "Anchors Away" (1945) starring Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly. He was the first classical musician to receive a Gold Record representing record sales in excess of one million and to receive a star on the world-famous Hollywood Boulevard Walk of Fame. Iturbi felt that classical music should be a more recognizable part of everyone's entertainment. It was his hope that through live concerts, motion pictures, recordings, international competitions and public forums, a larger number of people would learn to love classical music and attend live concert performances.
For rules and regulations on The 2008 Josˆ© Iturbi International Music Competition, go to www.joseiturbifoundation.org. Ticket requests are available online for the public to attend all rounds of the competition on a first-come first-served basis.
About Cunard Line
Cunard Line, operator of the luxury ocean liners Queen Mary 2, QE2 and Queen Victoria, has long been synonymous with the quest for new discoveries and the epitome of British refinement since the company's first paddle-wheeled steamer, Britannia, crossed the
Cunard Line is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together they offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.
For additional information contact:
Jackie Chase, Cunard Line, (661) 753.1035, jchase@cunard.com
For additional information regarding the Jose Iturbi Foundation, contact:
Christopher Robins, The
Chris Robins
The
Tel 310.939.9024
Fax 310.939.9034
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