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Midday Meditations Concerts Lakeland Classical performances by some of the finest musicians in Central Florida. Some of these are called “Bach’s Lunch” (Notre Dame, St. Joseph’s in Lakeland.

The idea for “Midday Meditations” came from different large churches and colleges (the University of Notre Dame, for example) that have a series of live classical performances once a week around noon. Luke’s Cathedral in Orlando) and even serve a light lunch after the concert! We don’t have any plans to serve lunch but don’t let that discourage you from coming. I’ve always thought that something l

ike this would be a great idea, and in October of 2006, it became a reality at St. The whole idea of live, middle of the day performances has never been done in Lakeland, as far as I know (other than recitals at the colleges). So this is certainly unique to our city and has been well-received--we are starting our 6th season in October! Our church is in a wonderful, downtown location—walking distance from dozens of businesses. The idea at the start was to have local musicians, both professional and amateur, come to the church and play a recital of slow, meditative classical music at 11:30 a.m. every other Friday from October through April. It has evolved into the best local musicians not only playing well-known, meditative classical pieces by Bach, Beethoven and Mozart but also more contemporary pieces by Copland, Glass, Part, Messiaen, and even some jazz and popular. The concerts last from 20 to 25 minutes and are followed at 12:10 p.m. by our regular daily mass, for those wishing to stay. The music--performed in the wonderful acoustics of St. Joseph's-- allows listeners the chance to meditate, pray, chill-out or just listen and enjoy. These concert give performers a low-stress venue for playing some beautiful, classical music. Admission is free, so come when you can, as often as you would like. Take a break away from the hustle and stress of the work week. Come and enjoy Midday Meditations at St. Joseph’s. Patrick Fleitz
Director of Music Ministries

05/28/2023

Fans of the Midday Meditations concert series, in less than 2 weeks we are presenting our 3rd annual Swan City Piano Festival here in downtown Lakeland. Please visit our website and consider joining us for our free concerts!

The Swan City Piano Festival aims to engage the vibrant arts culture of Lakeland through a multi-day celebration of pianists and piano repertoire, past and present. The Festival champions aesthetically-diverse pianists from around the country with unique musical and curatorial voices, and commission...

05/28/2022

From Patrick Fleitz:
With my new position at the Harrison School I've not been able to continue the Midday concerts at St. Joseph's. However, my team and I have turned our attention to the creation of another concert series--the 2nd Annual Swan City Piano Festival comes to Lakeland June 9th through the 12th! Click on the link for all the info!
www.swancitypianofestival.com

03/08/2022

02/18/2022

Enjoy this recording of our good friend Cassandra Pinataro, in celebration of Black History Month!
https://fb.watch/bfh7t7oKk5/

09/13/2021

It's been a while since our last post, but please enjoy this performance of the slow movement from Schubert's "Arpeggione" Cello Sonata, performed by Dennis Fleitz.
https://youtu.be/YbQ7vBJPB4c

06/02/2021

This exciting music event, full of LIVE piano performances with audience here in Lakeland, is just over two weeks away! Please consider joining us.
https://www.swancitypianofestival.com/events-and-tickets

Jun 18 7:00 PM19:00 Duo Beaux Arts Recital [LIVE] Friday, June 18, 2021 7:00 PM 8:30 PM 19:00 20:30 First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland (map) Google Calendar ICS The Swan City Piano Festival is delighted to present the first of three LIVE concerts, featuring Duo Beaux Arts!The concert will take pl...

04/23/2021

Check out these two amazing pianists this weekend! These are free concerts!
https://www.swancitypianofestival.com/events-and-tickets

Apr 23 7:00 PM19:00 Maxwell Foster Solo Recital [ONLINE] Friday, April 23, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM 19:00 21:00 Youtube + Zoom (map) Google Calendar ICS Acclaimed Australian pianist Maxwell Foster presents a solo recital, hosted by the Swan City Piano Festival!Maxwell Foster has gained his Bachelor of M...

01/22/2021

Our next concert premieres Friday morning at 11:30 a.m.! Amazing soprano Cassandra Pinataro, student at the New England Conservatory of Music, will dazzle you! Click on the YouTube link!
https://youtu.be/GAj_ttRxVPo

Program:Il Bacio--Luigi ArditiBilly the Kid (from Cowboy Songs)--Libby LarsenS'altro che lacrime (from La Clemenza di Tito)--MozartSpring--Ivor GurneySpiel i...

01/14/2021

Our Midday concerts return virtually tomorrow morning at 11:30 a.m. on our YouTube channel! Classical guitarist Sam Ortiz is our first artist.
Click the link below to watch and subscribe!
https://youtu.be/5j9zHJV49hQ

Classical guitarist Sam Ortiz performs a virtual Midday concert.

01/12/2021

Our Midday concerts are returning virtually! Watch classical guitarist Sam Ortiz this Friday at 11:30 a.m.! https://youtu.be/5j9zHJV49hQ

10/01/2020

Exciting news from our artistic director, and founder, Patrick Fleitz.

08/05/2020

Here is a great online music festival going on now that I highly recommend! Check out their website, which is loaded with brand new performances.

www.portopianofest.com

Porto PianoFest

07/10/2020

Important info regarding Midday Meditations Concerts from Artistic Director Patrick Fleitz.

07/04/2020

Happy 4th of July, from Midday Meditations. Performance of "Tribute to America". Patrick Fleitz, piano 7/4/20

06/13/2020

Good evening! I know it's been a while, but we'd like to share this with you. Cellist Dennis Fleitz, many time Midday performer, will be premiering his virtual senior recital on Sunday the 14th at 7 p.m. on YouTube. You can watch it here:
https://youtu.be/HzghJAoN_KQ

Thank you so much for watching! The following time stamps will be of convenience to those watching the video after its premiere. 4:14 Cello Suite 5 Prelude -...

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210 W Lemon Street
Lakeland, FL
33815

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11:30am - 12pm

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http://www.middaymeditations.com/

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