Sting will be headlining in a classical setting for the Academy of Music’s 153rd Anniversary Concert. The musician will perform a collection of greatest hits from the Police as well as his solo career.

Sting’s latest album If on a Winter’s Night is now certified Gold, but more importantly, the disc embraces the classical influences of his youth. His momma enjoyed music and Sting recalls sitting under the piano in their home listening to her play Beethoven sonatas.

The first half of the program will showcase Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, chief conductor and artistic director of the Dresden Philharmonic, leading The Philadelphia Orchestra in a program of masterpieces featuring guest tenor Juan Diego Flórez.

The Academy of Music’s 153rd Anniversary Concert is January 30th, 2010 and will be followed by an Anniversary Ball.

Concert-only tickets are available in the Academy of Music’s Amphitheatre for $200. Please call (215) 893-1999 or visit www.philorch.org/academyofmusic.