Music in Venetian Pool to cap Coral Gables centennial

Coral Gables is set to close its historic centennial year with a live musical event that will bring together history, and beauty at one of the city’s landmarks.

On Dec. 7 starting at 6 p.m., the Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) will perform for the “Centennial Grand Finale Concert at the Venetian Pool,” at 2701 De Soto Blvd., marking the culmination of the city’s 100th anniversary celebration.

For the occasion, the Venetian Pool, originally opened in 1924 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, will be drained and transformed into an open-air stage, recreating the spirit of its earliest celebrations when the city first came to life.

“As we celebrate our centennial, we look to the future with harmony and pride and there’s no better place to do so than at the Venetian Pool, where Coral Gables’ story began,” said Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago.

Under the direction of Maestro Eduardo Marturet, MISO will present a program to capture the elegance and artistry of Coral Gables’ heritage. Guests will experience an evening beneath the stars surrounded by the city’s Mediterranean architecture. The concert is the grand finale to a year of centennial celebrations, which included cultural exhibitions, community events and public art programs honoring 100 years of the “City Beautiful.”

Details: 100coralgables.com

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