Strings of Silk Music’s Ravinia Raves for Summer 2017
I have had the wonderful opportunity of performing at Ravinia and it is always a thrill. And even more thrilling is being a guest there! Every year, I rave about going to Ravinia and 2017 is no exception! I love seeing what is going to be performed, who is performing it and mostly, if I am available to attend. Once the calendar has been determined, the next thing to do is inviting friends and family who are in for a treat. I took a cooking class called “Picnics On the Go” and it changed my life! Yes, I am one of those people that like to dine under the stars and with all of the comforts of home. I actually have had people stop at our table and ask to take pictures! I provide a menu for my guests as well as flowers, candles and comfy chairs. Here is a sample – Appetizers
“Summer” Sausage With Pita Chips…Hummus and Crudités…Grapes ~ Havarti Cheese
Entrees
A Ravinia premiere….Seven Wonders of the World Salad
Back by popular demand…Turkey, Provolone, Sundried Tomatoes with a Roasted Red Pepper Spread on Ciabatta Bread Rolls
A Repeat Performance…Chicken Pesto Bowtie Pasta with roasted pine nuts and feta cheese
Desserts aka Encore! Encore!
Viennese Lemon Tart ~ Chocolate Cake
Iced Blueberry Tea, Lemon Water, & Coffee
Are you raving about Ravinia now? Or just hungry for more?
Yes, the raves/shows this year are…drum roll please!
June 27th – Michael MacDonald
July 11th – Pictures at an Exhibition
July 12th – Joshua Bell
July 16th – 1812 Overture Tradition 🙂
July 18th – Enigma variations
July 20th – Conductor Susanna Mälkki – Musical America’s 2017 Conductor of the Year!
August 1st – The Moldau
I may or may not be able to attend all of these events, but if at all possible I will be there with picnic baskets in hand and friends and family by my side. See you this summer!