LOS ANGELES, Jan. 14, 2002 -- As part of its onboard enrichment programming, luxury cruise specialist Crystal Cruises has set five musically-themed cruises in four different destinations from April through October 2002. An impressive roster of entertainers and music professionals aboard both Crystal Harmony and Crystal Symphony will perform a variety of inspired musical styles, including classical, jazz and blues, Big Band and '70s pop. Guest speakers and screenings of relevant films and documentaries will complement the live performances.

Classical Music

• Panama Canal, Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale, April 27-May 13; 16 days
• Philharmonia Virtuosi, the resident Classical Music Orchestra of New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art will perform works conducted by Musical Director and Conductor Richard Kapp. Kapp will also give a series of lectures on the history of classical music. As an added bonus for theater and television aficionados, multi-award winning producer, director and choreographer Kevin Carlisle will be on board to share his production experience of more than 500 television series, specials and stage productions. Cruise fares begin at $4,455 per person, double occupancy. (Crystal Symphony)
• Alaska, round-trip San Francisco, Sept. 2-14; 12 days
• Soloists and Chamber Orchestras from The Juilliard School of Music will offer full evening concerts, matinee recitals, and tea-time performances. Cruise fares begin at $2,975 per person, double occupancy. (Crystal Harmony)

Jazz & Blues

• Panama Canal, Acapulco to New Orleans, Oct. 16-27; 11 days
• Tom Hook and the Terrier Brothers will perform concerts and dance sets of jazz and the blues while Crystal Harmony cruises to New Orleans, considered by many to be the birthplace of jazz. Vocalist and pianist Yve Evans will also perform her stylized one-woman shows. Each evening, Crystal Harmony's striking Club 2100 nightclub will be transformed into a sizzling jazz venue. Jazz-related films and documentaries, and guest speakers will explore the fascinating roots of this indigenous music. Cruise fares begin at $2,820 per person, double occupancy. (Crystal Harmony) Big Band
• Trans-Atlantic crossing, Ft. Lauderdale to London, May 13-22; 9 days
• One of the line's most popular theme cruises, Crystal's "Big Band" voyages bring aboard acclaimed favorites. This sailing will feature The Glenn Miller Orchestra, whose Big Band sounds will inspire guests to swing into the evening with nightly dance sets, matinee concerts and tea dances. Big Band vocalist Beryl Davis, who toured with the original Glenn Miller Orchestra and the era's other 'greats' such as Django Reinhardt and Les Brown, will also be aboard. Cruise fares begin at $2,310 per person, double occupancy. (Crystal Symphony) "The '70s"
• Mexican Riviera, San Francisco to Acapulco, Oct. 8-16; 8 days
• A top to-be-announced '70s-era artist or group will get revelers into the groove with the decade's top dance hits. For one entire disco-balled evening, Crystal Harmony's main show lounge will be transformed into "Studio 54." Cruise fares begin at $1,995 per person, double occupancy. (Crystal Harmony)

Each at 50,000 tons and carrying only 940 guests, Crystal Cruises' luxury ships are among the most spacious and luxurious sailing vessels in the world. Their unique size in the luxury market allows for smooth sailing and a wide range of innovative facilities, generous amenities and elegant accommodations. In addition to a full-service fitness center and lavish spa, paddle tennis court, golf driving range and putting green with Callaway equipment, the Six-star rated line features grand lounges, 24-hour Internet and e-mail access with Computer University@Sea, Caesars Palace at Sea casino, expansive decks, two pools, award-winning cuisine and entertainment and exquisitely appointed staterooms, more than half of which offer private verandahs.

For an unprecedented sixth consecutive year, Crystal Cruises was named best large-ship cruise line in the 2001 readers' surveys conducted by Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler magazines.

Crystal Cruises is booked exclusively through professional travel agents. For a complimentary brochure, call 800-820-6663. Visit the luxury cruise line's Web site at www.crystalcruises.com.