Heights Theater

5/31/24 Friday

Heights Theater

2781 Euclid Heights Blvd,

Cleveland Heights (COVENTRY), OH 44106

The Baldassarre Rock Orchestra is a magical world where the power of rock and classical music unites in a 1970s spectacle of sound, lights, and symphonic splendor!

On Friday, May 31st at 7:30pm, the Baldassarre Rock Orchestra is appearing at The Heights Theatre in Cleveland’s historic Coventry district (2781 Euclid Hts. Boulevard).  This is a 9-piece rock orchestra led by the award-winning guitarist and composer Carl Baldassarre and his band along with the world-renown string quartet OPUS 216. The show is a spectacle where classic rock and classical music unite, beckoning music enthusiasts for an unparalleled live experience with its fusion of wardrobe, lights, and sound in a 1970s aesthetics.

In concert you’ll hear symphonic arrangements of some of your favorite 70’s classic rock songs by The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple and more.  The repertoire also spans Baldassarre’s diverse discography of original rock and classical music including songs from his upcoming album titled “Deep Grooves” which are guaranteed to make you move!  You will also get some rock arrangements of classical music from Beethoven to Shostakovich. This is truly a one-of-a-kind journey into the fantastic. You won’t want to miss it.

Free tickets to upcoming shows are awarded to patrons who get in the spirit by dressing up in their favorite 70s or steampunk clothing!!

Check out Baldassarre’s music on his website www.carlbaldassarremusic.com and while you’re at it, check out his popular YouTube channel where he is dubbed “The Professor of Classic Rock” where he breaks down great rock music from the 1970s with warm pedagogy.

A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Carl Baldassarre experienced early success as a guitarist for the rock band Abraxas. He has amassed a significant and diverse recording catalogue in many genres having worked with many celebrated rock and classical musicians including the London Symphonic Chamber Orchestra and members of Tower of Power, Tears for Fears, Genesis, Kiss and many more.  

This show is presented by The Grog Shop of Cleveland. Tickets available through the Grog Shop https://grogshop.gs/ and www.carlbaldassarremusic.com