December at the Phil

Sally Struthers Dave Koz

Four of the top names in smooth jazz team up for one delightful holiday concert, "Dave Koz and Friends: A Smooth Jazz Christmas 2008," at the Philharmonic Center on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m.

Since his self-titled debut album went to the top of the charts in 1990, saxophonist Dave Koz has been among the world's most sought-after contemporary jazz artists, known for his hip, uniquely infectious instrumental style. Joining him will be Jonathan Butler, Jeff Golub and Keiko Matsui. Tickets to "Dave Koz and Friends: A Smooth Jazz Christmas 2008" are $69.

Sally Struthers in Nunsense

Two-time Emmy and Golden Globe award-winner Sally Struthers, best-known for her role in the groundbreaking series "All in the Family," stars in the new production of "Nunsense" at the Philharmonic Center on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 and 8 p.m.

The Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters and they are in need of funds for the burials. They decide to put on a variety show — and the result is full of delightful comic surprises. Tickets to "Nunsense" are $55.

Phoebe Snow

Phoebe Snow, who has been one of the most distinctive voices in popular music since the release of her self-titled debut album in 1974, will perform at the Philharmonic Center on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 8 p.m.

After years of world tours, platinum records, hit songs including "Poetry Man" and "Two-Fisted Love," and a cover of Rolling Stone, Ms. Snow took time off to raise a daughter. Last year, she returned with a drop-dead R&B, soul-infused show featuring a new group and a rich catalogue of songs. Tickets to Phoebe Snow are $42.

The national tour of the scamming, scheming, double-crossing hit Broadway musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is coming to the Philharmonic Center for the Arts in Naples for two performances on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13, at 8 p.m.

Based on the popular 1988 MGM film, "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" centers on two con men living on the French Riviera — the suave and sophisticated Lawrence Jameson, who makes his lavish living by talking rich ladies out of their money; and a small-time crook named Freddy Benson, who, more humbly, swindles women by waking their compassion with fabricated stories about his grandmother's failing health. Tickets to "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" are $59.

The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra presents "Mystical Mendelssohn," the second program in the orchestra's Classical Series, led by Music Director Jorge Mester. The concerts take place at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 4, 5 and 6, at 8 p.m. The Conductor's Prelude begins one hour before each concert.

On the program: Mendelssohn's Fifth Symphony ("Reformation"), written to mark the 300-year anniversary of Martin Luther's Augsburg Confession, which established the doctrines of Lutheranism. Also featured is Mendelssohn's dazzling "Violin Concerto," which blends lyrical intensity and technical innovations. Opening the program will be Hindemith's "Suite from the Nobilissima Visione," his ballet on the life of Saint Francis. Tickets to "Mystical Mendelssohn" are $64 for adults and $25 for students.

Back by popular demand. Stuart Malina will lead the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra in "Holiday Pops," a stirring musical celebration of the season, at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Tuesday, Dec. 16. at 8 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 18-21. at 8 p.m.; and Saturday, Dec. 20. at 2 p.m. The Philharmonic Center Chorale and Youth Chorale will join the orchestra for these sensational family concerts. Tickets to Holiday Pops are $47 for adults and $22 for students.

For more information or to order tickets, contact Customer Service at (239) 597-1900 or toll-free at (800) 597-1900 or visit www. thephil.org.