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The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller

Presented by The Long Center for the Performing Arts at The Long Center for the Performing Arts

December 28, 2011

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The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis has been one of America's favorite holiday celebration for over 25 years. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. The spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller. Don't miss this ultimate holiday tradition from the #1 Christmas music artist in history!

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    The Long Center for the Performing Arts

    701 West Riverside Drive
    Austin, TX 78704

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    $42 - $87

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    December 28, 2011

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    7:30pm

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    • Event Name: The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller
      "Mixed Feelings"
      Review posted by: lassie from 1, Dec 30, 2011
      

      Mannheim Steamroller rolled into the Long Center Wednesday night as part of their Christmas Tour. I honestly wish I could review their music separately from the visuals that were projected on a huge... Expand

      Mannheim Steamroller rolled into the Long Center Wednesday night as part of their Christmas Tour. I honestly wish I could review their music separately from the visuals that were projected on a huge screen behind their stage. The music was classic Mannheim: Greensleeves was performed so hauntingly beautiful, I was moved to tears. Many of the other selections were played as expected – true to the versions we hear every Christmas season. HOWEVER – the majority of the videos that accompanied the music were so amateurish, childish and silly – it ruined the overall concert experience. The Little Drummer Boy was turned into a Santa’s Workshop scene – no reference made to the Nativity. The Renaissance pieces had videos that looked like sets made from the worst Ren-Fest costume shop – so distracting from the music. The opening and closing music selections were performed while infomercials of their new and former CDs played on the screen. I still love their music, but not their tour show. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller
      "Excellent Music, Detracting Video"
      Review posted by: Vicki Dec 29, 2011
      

      Music=5.I have enjoyed CDs for years and was looking forward to the live performance;however,it was not as dynamic as expected.I cannot rate a 5,but will not give the 3 the videos and recorded... Expand

      Music=5.I have enjoyed CDs for years and was looking forward to the live performance;however,it was not as dynamic as expected.I cannot rate a 5,but will not give the 3 the videos and recorded music(yes,it was there or felt that way)deserve.Found out last night there are several MS touring groups.This one was enjoyable.The variety of instruments and musicians especially the violinist(no programs)were great.The Long Center is a fabulous venue for performance.In another place, I'd say stay home/listen to CDs with full orchestration.The show was disappointing.The poor quality videos were very outdated as if made 30-40 years ago especially when a pair of large, red lips seeming to channel The Rocky Horror Picture Show appeared.One abstract video of the cosmos was mesmerizing.The self promotion CD selling at the beginning of the show and the "how great we are" video of past shows/performances were off-putting.MS has splendid music.That should be the focus. Collapse

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    • Event Name: The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller
      "Mixed Feelings"
      Review posted by: lassie from 1, Dec 30, 2011
      

      Mannheim Steamroller rolled into the Long Center Wednesday night as part of their Christmas Tour. I honestly wish I could review their music separately from the visuals that were projected on a huge... Expand

      Mannheim Steamroller rolled into the Long Center Wednesday night as part of their Christmas Tour. I honestly wish I could review their music separately from the visuals that were projected on a huge screen behind their stage. The music was classic Mannheim: Greensleeves was performed so hauntingly beautiful, I was moved to tears. Many of the other selections were played as expected – true to the versions we hear every Christmas season. HOWEVER – the majority of the videos that accompanied the music were so amateurish, childish and silly – it ruined the overall concert experience. The Little Drummer Boy was turned into a Santa’s Workshop scene – no reference made to the Nativity. The Renaissance pieces had videos that looked like sets made from the worst Ren-Fest costume shop – so distracting from the music. The opening and closing music selections were performed while infomercials of their new and former CDs played on the screen. I still love their music, but not their tour show. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller
      "Excellent Music, Detracting Video"
      Review posted by: Vicki Dec 29, 2011
      

      Music=5.I have enjoyed CDs for years and was looking forward to the live performance;however,it was not as dynamic as expected.I cannot rate a 5,but will not give the 3 the videos and recorded... Expand

      Music=5.I have enjoyed CDs for years and was looking forward to the live performance;however,it was not as dynamic as expected.I cannot rate a 5,but will not give the 3 the videos and recorded music(yes,it was there or felt that way)deserve.Found out last night there are several MS touring groups.This one was enjoyable.The variety of instruments and musicians especially the violinist(no programs)were great.The Long Center is a fabulous venue for performance.In another place, I'd say stay home/listen to CDs with full orchestration.The show was disappointing.The poor quality videos were very outdated as if made 30-40 years ago especially when a pair of large, red lips seeming to channel The Rocky Horror Picture Show appeared.One abstract video of the cosmos was mesmerizing.The self promotion CD selling at the beginning of the show and the "how great we are" video of past shows/performances were off-putting.MS has splendid music.That should be the focus. Collapse

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