Strathmore News 2010 Fall by Strathmore

Strathmorenews september–noVember 2010

Volume 23

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September–November 2010

Issue 4

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Carol a. trawick, Chair Nancy e. hardwick, Vice Chair dale S. rosenthal, Treasurer Jerome W. Breslow, esq., Secretary

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This Just In! Artist Confidential—Punch Brothers Strathmore Fine Art Strathmore Calendar New American Music at Strathmore New Class of Artists in Residence Come Out and Play! Strathmore Tea General Information l

Introducing: the Strathmore Jazz Society Calling all jazz lovers! think about the shows you’ve enjoyed at Strathmore. If it’s jazz that draws you in, the brand new Jazz Society has a spot waiting for you! Sponsored by alban Inspections, Inc., Strathmore’s Jazz Society is a group of supporters who embrace the opportunity to broaden the jazz performance and education efforts at Strathmore! Joining the Jazz Society is easy—when you become a Strathmore Star by making a contribution of as little as $50, just designate that your gift support the Jazz Society. Your contribution assists us in continuing to bring the very best jazz performers to Strathmore, as well as developing jazz residencies and master classes. You’ll enjoy all the Strathmore Stars benefits as well as insider news on jazz programs, invitations to special jazz discussions and receptions. Stay tuned! We’re currently developing an exciting trip for spring for jazz lovers to Paris—enjoy a week sight-seeing and an insider look at the Paris jazz scene with our special jazz musician hosts. JOIN TOdAy! www.strathmore.org/stars • (301) 581-5145

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Joseph f. Beach, ex officio robert G. Brewer, Jr., esq. dickie S. Carter meagan t. Campion Starr G. ezra hon. Nancy floreen, ex officio Solomon Graham thomas h. Graham Paul L. hatchett frank f. Islam alexine C. Jackson dianne G. Kay delia L. “dede” Lang Carolyn P. Leonard Jim mannarino J. alberto martinez, md Caroline huang mcLaughlin Kenny o’Brien Lori riordan William G. robertson Gabe romero mary Kay ShartleGalotto Wendy J. Susswein, ex officio annie Simonian totah

this Just In! NeWLy ANNOuNCed STRAThMORe PReSeNTS IN The MuSIC CeNTeR

NOW ensemble monday, September 27, 7:30Pm mansion tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Ledisi Saturday, october 2, 8Pm music Center Co-Presented with The Birchmere tickets $29–$69 (Stars Price $26.10–$62.10) Chuck Berry featuring the daryl davis Band friday, october 22, 8Pm music Center tickets $38–$65 (Stars Price $34.20–$58.50)

dave Koz & Friends A Smooth Jazz Christmas 2010

dianne Reeves

With special guests Jonathan Butler, Brian Culbertson and Candy dulfer

Monday, February 14, 8PM Co-PreSeNted WIth BLueS aLLeY Catch the four-time Grammy winner whose virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique stylings mine new meaning in song. “her three-plus, pellucid octaves, diva-like delivery and intimate sense of a song have long made her one of the most compelling vocalists in jazz” (Seattle Times). tickets $35–$65 (Stars Price $31.50–$58.50)

MONdAy, deCeMBeR 6, 8PM Co-PreSeNted WIth BLueS aLLeY this holiday tour dave Koz is a cherished tradition now in its 13th season. enjoy high-energy, soulinspiring music by Koz and his guests as well as holiday standards for the whole family. tickets $35–$65 (Stars Price $31.50–$58.50)

Joan Rivers

Bowfire—holiday heart Strings FRIdAy, deCeMBeR 10, 8PM Bowfire will bowl you over with virtuoso string performances that spin genres from Celtic to Gypsy to Bluegrass and beyond in this high-energy, dramatic and powerful stage show that also features seasonal holiday favorites! tickets $30–$65 (Stars Price $27–$58.50) Bowfire

Thursday, March 24, 8PM from the Borscht Belt to the red carpet, this groundbreaking standup comic paved the way for generations of funny females. Come prepared to lose it laughing as Joan rivers pokes fun at men, women, sex, work, and show business. “oh, please...” get your tickets early for this show! tickets $35–$69 (Stars Price $ 31.50–$62.10)

Joan Rivers

CharLes WiLLiam Bush

l these recently announced Strathmore Presents shows in the music Center and mansion are on sale now!

Christian Lantry

Strathmore Stars Pre-Sale begins September 1 General Public on Sale october 1

Arturo Sandoval SATuRdAy, APRIL 9, 8PM this Grammy-winning trumpeter is fluent in at least four musical languages: he can burn through an afro-Cuban groove, tear up a bebop tune, soar over a mozart concerto and soothe you with a luscious ballad. “unabashedly spectacular” (The New York Times). tickets $20–$55 (Stars Price $18–$49.50)

Chuck Brown with opener Christylez Bacon Saturday, october 30, 8Pm music Center tickets $25–$38 (Stars Price $22.50–$34.20) cont.

Arturo Sandoval

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M O R e T h I S J u ST I N!

ART AFTeR hOuRS

Stripmall Ballads

Join us for these intimate performances on Wednesdays at 7:30Pm in the mansion. all tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)!

Iridescence Trio NOveMBeR 17 hear the shimmering harmonics of this unique all flute trio that has the power to scintillate with fast fingers and boundless energy.

Iridescence Trio

Ramón Tasat and Flory Jagoda deCeMBeR 8 explore the traditions of Ladino music with musicologist and vocalist ramón tasat and the legendary Sephardic singer/composer and Nea heritage fellowship award winner flory Jagoda.

Taurus Soul: A Tribute to Sam Cooke

Taurus Soul

FRIdAy NIGhT eCLeCTIC

l The Seasons Project

Just like the hip party you would host—if you lived in a mansion with an art gallery, a cool band and a bartender. fridays at 8Pm $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door October 8 October 15 October 22 October 29

deCeMBeR 15 this r&B vocal powerhouse, whose performances are brimming with the intense energy of a young man in his prime, incarnates the r&B/soul legend Sam Cooke.

Stripmall Ballads (indie/roots) The Fif and 21 Birdstone (hip hop) RuTh (reggae) Middle distance Runner (rock/ pop) & Kelly Towles (visual & performance art) l

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St. Petersburg Trio

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The 2010 Kenny G holiday Show Co-Presented with AM Productions thursday, december 2, 8Pm music Center tickets $38–$125 (Stars Price $34.20–$112.50) Gerald Clayton Trio thursday, december 9, 7:30Pm mansion tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20)

St. Petersburg Trio deCeMBeR 22 an ensemble of the Washington Balalaika Society orchestra presents an evening of traditional russian music on domra, bayan and balalaika contrabass.

Sunday, November 14, 7Pm music Center For more information, see page 15. tickets $25–$55 (Stars Price $22.50–$49.50)

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Punch Brothers Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile friday, November 12, 2010 music Center tickets $25–$42 (Stars Price $22.50– $37.80)

l While many bands claim to defy classification into one genre or another, the Punch Brothers actually seem to pull it off. their current tour veers from massive outdoor summer festivals to rock clubs to stately concert halls and reports indicate they’re equally delightful on every stage. on their newly released album Antifogmatic, classic bluegrass instrumentation gives voice to music that “brims with color, wit, flash and tenderness, all conveyed with remarkable musicianship and high spirits” (The Wall Street Journal). “We all grew up playing the bluegrass that really has become traditional american music,” explains guitarist Chris eldridge, “but we weren’t just listening to Bill monroe. We were listening to debussy; and to radiohead. all those artists inform our music. We draw on whatever that thing is about any

Chris eldridge (guitar), Paul Kowert (bass), Noam Pikelny (banjo), Chris thile (mandolin and lead vocals) and Gabe Witcher (fiddle) originally came together around thile’s composition “the Blind Leaving the Blind”—the cornerstone of their celebrated 2008 debut album, Punch. In this second release the band created each piece collaboratively, yielding an album that is at once a tight ensemble sound and a nuanced conversation of blended experiences and voices. While each musician is highly acclaimed in his own right, together they are a dynamic band whose singular live performance should not be missed. “I remember the first time we played together,” shares eldridge, “just looking around and thinking ‘Wow. this is it. I’ve finally found you guys. I’ve been looking for you all my life.’” l

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“…we weren’t just listening to Bill Monroe. We were listening to Debussy; and to Radiohead. All those artists inform our music.”

music that drives you crazy, that hits you so hard. We draw on the things we love.” In a concert that features everything from original acoustic ballads to psychedelic indie pop to a Brandenburg Concerto by Bach, the common thread surely is that passion for musical discovery.

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Strathmore fine art Abstraction: More Than Meets the eye SePTeMBeR 11–OCTOBeR 16 Curator harriet Lesser presents an in-depth look at abstract art and explores the journey from representational art to abstraction in this multi-media show featuring works in glass, wood, neon and metal sculpture, ceramic, acrylics, mixed media collage and photography.

Children’s Talk and Tour SePTeMBeR 11, 10:15AM for ages 5 and up with an adult. free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109.

Art Talk SePTeMBeR 11, 1PM Led by curator harriet Lesser. free, no reservations required.

drawing for Art exhibition and Fundraiser

Michael Bignell, 7th Ave @ 42nd Street

Mikhail Kononov, Venice

Michael Bignell & Mikhail Kononov NOveMBeR 20–deCeMBeR 30 FIRST FLOOR GALLeRIeS michael Bignell’s works in acrylic show a wide spectrum of influences, from andrew Wyeth to vermeer to the photographer John van horn of Pennsylvania. russian artist mikhail Kononov’s works in oil are often painted outdoors and interpret the landscapes around him.

OCTOBeR 23–NOveMBeR 7 ReCePTION & dRAWING: SuNdAy, NOveMBeR 7, 6PM enjoy this exciting Strathmore tradition—peruse a broad selection of fine art and craft on display in this exhibition and join us for the drawing on November 7 where every ticketholder leaves with a piece of art. Come early to make your list of favorite pieces, because you never know when your ticket will be drawn! Proceeds benefit Strathmore’s fine art and education programming. tickets are $125, call (301) 581-5100 or order online at www.strathmore.org.

AduLT FINe ART WORKShOPS

International exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature

OCTOBeR 22, 29 & NOveMBeR 5, 10AM–3PM Professional artist and educator Karen o. Brown teaches an in-depth approach to bookmaking including emphasis on one page structures, folded papers, accordions, pop-up design and overall layout. Create a one of a kind book or a journal while gaining a multitude of mixed media skills. tuition $260 for 3 sessions (Stars Price $234), plus $30 materials fee

NOveMBeR 20–deCeMBeR 30 GudeLSKy GALLeRy SuITe each of the intricately detailed works of art on display is painstakingly produced in miniature. Bigger is definitely Not better at this amazing exhibition!

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Mosaic Stepping Stones OCTOBeR 9, 16 & 23, 10AM–2PM Join instructor hilary Sloate to learn the basics of mosaic including history, materials, tools, and design and leave with your own original garden stepping stone. tuition $155 for 3 sessions (Stars Price $139.50), plus $10 materials fee

Book Arts

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hilary Sloate

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Ongoing Weekly events Strathmore

Afternoon Teas

the perfect interlude in the hustle and bustle of life. Light lunch, dessert and Strathmore Signature Blend tea with live music. tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1Pm. Please note: afternoon tea service begins for fall on September 14. there will be no tea on the following dates: November 10, 23, and 24. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room reServatIoNS: $21 afternoon teas; $26 Specialty teas. Pre-paid, non-refundable. Call (301) 581-5108

FRI., SePT. 10

Strathmore fINe art

Students of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for an exciting new year of private lessons, group classes and special events. details at www.levineschool.org or call (301) 897-5100 eduCatIoN CeNter

Young art lovers ages 5 and up enjoy a talk about the abstraction exhibit and a hands-on activity. maNSIoN free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109.

Fall Semester Begins

FRI., SePT. 10, 11AM & 12PM

Strathmore eduCatIoN

historic home Tours

Guided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore. maNSIoN free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109 FRI., SePT. 10, 8PM

September

BaLtImore SYmPhoNY orCheStra

saT., sePT. 4, 10:30aM

designed for children 5 and up, this special guided tour tells the stories of the mansion at Strathmore and gives an overview of its architectural features. maNSIoN free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109

marin alsop, conductor the BSo’s can’t-miss season is just around the corner, but you can preview the innovative 2010–2011 programming before it begins! Join marin alsop and the BSo for selections from this season’s repertoire and hear maestra alsop’s insights about the new season. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $10 in advance; $15 at door.

Wed., SePT. 8, 7:30PM

SePT. 11–OCT. 16

Strathmore eduCatIoN

Children’s historic home Tour

Strathmore artISt IN reSIdeNCe

Chelsey Green and the Green Project

this multi-talented artist, known as “the Green violinist,” is as passionate about the environment as she is about her unique music, which fuses classical with r&B, pop, funk, jazz, and hip-hop. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

SAT., SePT. 11, 10:15AM

LevINe SChooL of muSIC

Season Preview Concert

Strathmore fINe art

Abstraction: More Than Meets the eye

Curator harriet Lesser presents an in-depth look at abstract art and explores the journey from representational art to abstraction in this multi-media show featuring works in glass, wood, neon and metal sculpture, acrylic, oils, mixed media and photography. maNSIoN GaLLerIeS admISSIoN free

Children’s Art Talk and Tour

SAT., SePT. 11, 1PM

Strathmore eduCatIoN

Art Talk

adults enjoy a guided tour of the abstraction exhibit, delving into technique and history of the artists and works. Led by exhibit curator, harriet Lesser. maNSIoN free, no reservations required. SAT., SePT. 11, 6:30PM

Strathmore PreSeNtS

Strathmore uncorks!

Join Strathmore for an evening of music, auctions, raffles and signature cocktails. our exciting live auction led by Sherry truhlar of red apple auctions includes a golf trip to Ireland, a jet fighter flight simulator experience, custom designed jewelry and a New York Broadway weekend. take a chance on raffles for gourmet dinners, insider events, tickets, guided tours of museums and much more. Proceeds from this event support Strathmore’s education and community programs in music and the visual arts. muSIC CeNter tICKetS $150 per person; Patron level $500 per person Sponsored by Kenny O’Brien and Yanqiu He, Dr. Carolyn and Dr. H. Jeffrey Leonard, Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin, Effie and John Macklin, Arlene and Robert Hillerson.

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Strathmore CaLeNdar Tuesdays, sePT. 14–dec. 14, 7–9PM

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Art Songs: Chamber Music with Words

Co-presented with FAES Graduate School at NIH this class explores art songs as chamber music for voice and piano, covering european and american repertoire from the classical period to the 20th century. Songs are performed live in the original languages. Lectures discuss the lives and times of the composers and poets, as well as the songs. Listeners will learn to hear the interplay between voice and piano, differences between musical styles and the relationship between music and text. these lectures are intended for music lovers of all kinds, whether they have formal music training, a little background, or none at all. may be taken for credit; discuss with instructor. faculty includes Jessica Krash, Patrick o’donnell, ralitza Pacheva and Jeffery Watson. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $290 for 14 sessions (Stars Price $261) SuN., SePT. 19, 8PM

CSI artS PreSeNtS

homay & The Mastan ensemble of Iran

a sellout success at Strathmore last season, this Iranian ensemble returns with their interpretation of traditional Persian music and poetry. following the paths of the Sufi masters, the mastan ensemble encourages its audiences to live consciously, sharing the universal idea of striving for a creative life with love and peace. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $35–$81

MON. SePT. 13

CItYdaNCe CeNter at Strathmore

Fall Session Begins

dance classes and pre-professional training for children, youth and adults. eduCatIoN CeNter details at (301) 581-5204 or www.citydance.net.

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Go Back to School With Citydance

C ALeNd AR Se P Te MB eR –NO veM BeR 2010

await the crisp fall air to break through the summer heat, classes are gearing up at Citydance Center at Strathmore! With an abundance of exciting opportunities for children, youth and adults of all dance levels, you can find just what you’re looking for. Get your funk on with our hip hop classes, or explore your personal movement style with a modern class. tap into your meditative side during a yoga class, or find your inner prima ballerina in our ballet classes. the possibilities are endless. for serious teen dancers ages 13-18, check out our pre-professional Conservatory program, which offers advanced-level training in contemporary technique, performance skills and repertory work.

FrI., sePT. 24, 8PM

Strathmore & Nea PreSeNt

NeA heritage Awards

enjoy ethnic, folk and traditional music and beautiful displays and demonstrations of crafts in this lively show celebrating the recipients of the National endowment for the arts National heritage fellowships, the country’s highest honor in the folk and traditional arts. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets free SAT., SePT. 25, 8PM

BaLtImore SYmPhoNY orCheStra

Mahler’s Seventh Symphony

the fall session begins monday, September 13, so visit www.citydance.net and register today!

m marin alsop, conductor marin alsop opens a season celem brating the life and music of Gustav mahler with the legendary conducm tor and composer’s arrangement of music from Bach’s orchestral suites including the famous “air on a G String,”followed by mahler’s powerful Seventh Symphony. mu muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL t tickets from $28 S SuN., SePT. 26, 3 & 7PM

S Strathmore PreSeNtS Jake ehrenreich’s

A Jew Grows in Brooklyn A Rock’ n Roll True Story, Survivor Family…Comedy Musical?! MON., SePT. 20, 8PM

ThuRS., SePT. 23, 7:30PM*

SoNIC CIrCuItS & Strathmore PreSeNt

Sonic Circuits Festival trophies (Baltimore/Brooklyn) Gestures (dC) Lost Civilizations (dC) maNSIoN tickets & festival Passes available. for more info visit dc-soniccircuits.org. TueS., SePT. 21, 8PM

SoNIC CIrCuItS & Strathmore PreSeNt

Sonic Circuits Festival

fennesz (austria) arturas Bumsteinas + Janel & anthony (Lithuania/dC) Low end String Quartet (dC) tickets & festival Passes available. for more info visit dc-soniccircuits.org.

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Asteria, soprano and lute duo

revel in french music from the 14th and 15th centuries in this “intimate and deeply communicative…meltingly beautiful” (The New York Times) concert. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village *Listen & Learn! free post-concert discussion with the artists, led by Xm-Sirius radio’s robert aubry davis. Discussion sponsored by Jordan Kitt’s Music.

Strathmore’s Guitar Festival celebrates the most influential instrument of the 20th century 8

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t touching, poignant and hilarithis ous musical comedy is about the search for identity and one boy’s desire to be a “regular inner-city kid.” from his family’s survival of the holocaust, to stickball in Brooklyn, to summers in the Catskills, this show takes you on a multi-media journey. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $25–$58 (Stars Price $22.50–$52.20) MON. SePT. 27, 7:30PM

interPLaY company Band

beatZ!

this award-winning non-profit band of 62 adults with and without cognitive disabilities performs and everyone plays drums with Ghanian drum-master Nana frimpong, percussionist Coleman o’donaghue, live bands Solutions and SinControl and renowned Native-american story teller dovie thomason. eduCatIoN CeNter, room 405 tickets are $10 and $5 for those with disabilities—at door. Not appropriate for children under 12. Call (301) 229-0829 for reservations (required).

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MON., SePT. 27, 7:30PM

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NOW ensemble

this “smart young chamber group straddles a line between contemporary classical music and indie rock” (WNYC) with unique instrumentation (flute, clarinet, electric guitar, double bass, piano). hear the world premiere of a work by d.C.-based composer alexandra Gardner. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village Wed., SePT. 29, 7:30PM

Strathmore artISt IN reSIdeNCe

Chelsey Green and the Green Project

See September 8 listing. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80) ThuRS., SePT. 30, 7:30PM

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Rachel Franklin Quartet

these gifted artists perform a show that blurs the edge between classical works and jazz improvisation, mingling the unique voices of such composers as duke ellington, Claude debussy, Billy Strayhorn and Kurt Weill. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village ThuRS., SePT. 30, 8PM

BaLtImore SYmPhoNY orCheStra

Mendelssohn’s violin Concerto

marin alsop, conductor Stefan Jackiw, violin violin prodigy Stefan Jackiw returns for one of the most popular violin concertos of all time. John adams’ dramatic symphony from his opera Doctor Atomic captures the momentous events at Los alamos on the eve of the creation of the atomic bomb. to celebrate the orchestra’s latest release in its dvorˇák recording cycle, the program closes with the popular “New World” Symphony. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28

October

ThuRS., OCT. 7, 7:30PM

FRI., OCT. 8, doors 8PM

SAT., OCT. 9, 8PM*

SAT., OCT. 2, 10:30AM

Paul Galbraith, classical guitar

Stripmall Ballads presents The Perfect Pipe Bomb

Mahler’s Resurrection

Children’s historic home Tour

this innovative classical guitarist performs the music of Bach, haydn, von einem albeniz and Granados on his custom-built eight-string “Brahms guitar.” maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

SAT., OCT. 2, 8PM

ThuRS., OCT. 7, 8PM

Strathmore PreSeNtS

Ledisi

BaLtImore SYmPhoNY orCheStra

Co-Presented with The Birchmere Performing hits from her Grammynominated albums Turn Me Loose and Lost and Found, this rising star merges the old with the new fusing together rock, blues, classic soul, jazz, funk and hip-hop. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $29–$69 (Stars Price $26.10–$62.10)

BSO SuperPops Gotta dance!

Mondays, ocT. 4–noV. 22, 7:30–9:30PM

FRI., OCT. 8, 11AM & 12PM

Strathmore eduCatIoN

Jazz Choir

howard university professor and afro Blue jazz choir arranger/ director Connaitre miller brings a new offering in Strathmore’s expanding jazz class series! Participants will learn to sing music similar to the styles of the manhattan transfer, the New York voices and take 6. the class will cover ear-training for jazz harmonies, blending and balance and incorporating jazz solo singing. Series concludes with a concert of songs learned in class. Choral experience suggested. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $175 person for 8-sessions (Stars Price $157.50) Wed., OCT. 6, 7:30PM

Strathmore artISt IN reSIdeNCe

Matt Wigler, jazz & blues piano

this remarkable 16-year-old pianist and composer fell in love with jazz and blues at age 8, and since then has made a name for himself at festivals and venues throughout the u.S. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

Jack everly, conductor maestro Jack everly takes you on a journey that explores the vast spectrum of movement and music as dancers perform Celtic dance, tap, ballroom, tango, ballet and more. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28

Strathmore eduCatIoN

historic home Tours

Guided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore. maNSIoN free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109

frIdaY NIGht eCLeCtIC

a folk singer with a punk rock attitude, Phillips Saylor’s boot-stomping grooves, ghostly polytonal feedback solos and slide bass compliment his virtuosic claw hammer banjo picking, intricate Piedmont Blues guitar lines, and aching, character-filled voice. maNSIoN tickets $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door

Strathmore PreSeNtS

The dave Brubeck Quartet and BOOM! starring

Liz Callaway & Ann hampton Callaway one night—two spectacularly entertaining performances! Jazz icon dave Brubeck plays classics from his extraordinary 70-year musical career. Broadway and cabaret stars, the Callaway Sisters, open the evening with songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s, including “up, up and away,” “downtown” and more. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $35–$95 (Stars Price $31.50–$85.50) Sponsored by Shugoll Research

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Piotr Gajewski, conductor Iwona Sobotka, soprano magdalena Wór, mezzo-soprano maKrIS Aegean Festival Overture KarŁoWICz A Sorrowful Tale mahLer Symphony No. 2 in C minor (“resurrection”) muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *free pre-concert lecture at 7Pm. MON., OCT. 11, 11AM–12:30PM

SATuRdAyS, OCT. 9–30, 11AM–12PM

Strathmore eduCatIoN

OperaTots

this lecture/concert with outstanding guitarist and educator, Phil mathieu, is the opening education event for Strathmore’s yearlong Guitar festival. this concert traces the development of the instrument by featuring the music and history of iconic guitarists William foden, “Libba” Cotton, Chet adkins, Les Paul and Charlie Byrd, who were influential in the development of american classical and popular styles. a variety of instruments will be discussed and used to demonstrate the different styles. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

Strathmore eduCatIoN Yvette Lewis leads this class for 3-5 year olds, introducing them to the concept of a singing story. Students will work in depth with the story of The Gingerbread Man, including learning the story and songs, working with mime, gingerbread crafts and a performance during the final class. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $90/child for 4 sessions, parents may attend/observe for free (Stars Price $81) optional materials fee: $25 for Cd and worksheets to accompany the session

A Celebration of the Guitar in America

SATuRdAyS, OCT. 9, 16 & 23, 10AM–2PM

Thurs., ocT. 14, 7:30PM*

Mosaic Stepping Stones

Jason vieaux, guitar

Strathmore eduCatIoN

FRI., OCT. 8, 8PM

NatIoNaL PhILharmoNIC

In this three-session workshop students are introduced to the basics of mosaic: materials, tools, techniques, cutting, adhesion, grouting and history.. each student will create their own design, and then move on to design and complete a 12-inch square, all-weather stepping stone. a perfect introduction to the art of mosaic! maNSIoN, SuN PorCh tuition $155 for 3 sessions, plus $10 materials fee paid to instructor at first class (Stars Price $139.50)

C ALeNd AR Se P Te MBeR –NO v eM BeR 2010

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Strathmore muSIC IN the maNSIoN

vieaux’s program, “emerGe,” celebrates how new music and ideas emerge from music of past masters, in compositions by Bach, albeniz, Cuban composer Leo Brouwer and jazz pioneer Pat metheny. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village *Listen & Learn! free postconcert discussion with the artist. Discussion sponsored by Jordan Kitt’s Music.

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Guitar Masters: eric Johnson, Andy McKee and Peppino d’Agostino

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Guitar fans will feel like they’ve died and gone to six-string heaven in this one-night-only feast with three of the greatest guitarists performing today. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $25–$48 (Stars Price $22.50-$43.20) Sponsored by PNC FRI., OCT. 15, 8PM doors

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The FiF and 21 Birdstone

the eclectic rock/jazz/funk/soul group the fif’s name comes from the 5th amendment of the Constitution in that, “by pleading ‘the fif,’ we let the music speak for itself. ” they are joined by montgomery County-based electrohip-hop group 21 Birdstone. tickets $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door SAT., OCT. 16, 3PM

Kids euro festival presents

Chick with a Trick

maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room free, first come, first served. SAT., OCT. 16, 7:30PM

the S & r fouNdatIoN

10th Anniversary Celebration “The Jazz Club”

Wed., OCT. 20, 8PM

SAT., OCT 16, 8PM

FRI., OCT. 15, 8PM

featuring the S & r 2008 Washington award Winner otis murphy, critically acclaimed as “a hallmark of all the artistry and craftsmanship involved in saxophone,” accompanied by the talented pianist huruko murphy. the evening performances will include the Smithsonian Jazz masterworks orchestra and the Washington Ballet dancers. Light fare and a jazzy cocktail included. eduCatIoN CeNter, room 405 tickets $25. Send check with a self-addressed envelope to: S & r foundation, 7501 Wisconsin ave., Suite 600, Bethesda, md 20814.

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Ilyich rivas, conductor markus Groh, piano the 17-year-“young” Ilyich rivas, BSo-Peabody Bruno Walter assistant Conductor, makes his subscription concert debut, joined by young German pianist markus Groh in Beethoven’s charming Second Piano Concerto. rivas shows he is a match for Shostakovich’s brilliant Symphony No. 1, written when the composer was only 19. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28

SChumaNN Papillons, op. 2 SChumaNN Davidsbündlertänze, op. 6 SChumaNN Kinderszenen, op. 15 SChumaNN Symphonic etudes, op. 13 andrás Schiff “stands with perhaps a handful of pianists in his total achievement of the most severe beauty” (The Philadelphia Inquirer). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28 The WPAS Piano Masters Series is generously underwritten by Betsy and Robert Feinberg.

With his trademark guitar licks and irresistible, often naughty lyrics, Chuck Berry gets a crowd on their feet faster than you can say “roll over Beethoven.” “there’s only one true king of rock ‘n’ roll. his name is Chuck Berry” (Stevie Wonder). Warming up the audience is hometown favorite daryl davis and his band. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $38–$65 (Stars Price $34.20–$58.50) Sponsored by PNC

sun., ocT. 17, 4–5PM

ThuRS., OCT. 21, 8PM

Beethoven and Shostakovich

András Schiff, piano

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Strathmore Family Sings

our exciting sing-along series continues with a celebration of hispanic heritage month. Join diana Saez, conductor of Coral Cantigas, as we learn the joy of Latin music. recommended for ages 6 & up. eduCatIoN CeNter, room 402 tickets $7/person (Stars Price $6.30) MON., OCT. 18, 7PM

the offICe of the CouNtY eXeCutIve aNd the artS aNd humaNItIeS CouNCIL of moNtGomerY CouNtY PreSeNt

The County executive’s Awards for excellence in the Arts and humanities

Join County executive Ike Leggett and mrs. Leggett in honoring individuals and organizations that have made a difference in the lives of montgomery County’s residents through their efforts in the arts and humanities. also featured are performances from local arts organizations and recognition of those receiving grants this year from the arts and humanities Council of montgomery County. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL free, no tickets required.

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Midori Plays Shostakovich

Gilbert varga, conductor midori, violin this celebration of the violin features one of the world’s most admired classical musicians performing Shostakovich’s great violin Concerto, a work of extreme emotion that builds to a solo cadenza of virtuosic pyrotechnics. the evening concludes with Stravinsky’s dazzling ballet score Petrouchka, under the baton of distinguished french conductor Gilbert varga, making his BSo debut. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28 FRIdAyS, OCT. 22, 29, & NOv. 5, 10AM–3PM

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Book Arts

Professional artist and educator Karen o. Brown teaches an indepth approach to bookmaking including emphasis on one page structures, folded papers, accordions, pop-up design and overall layout. Create a one-of-a-kind book or a journal while gaining a multitude of mixed media skills. maNSIoN tuition $260 for 3 sessions, plus $30 materials fee (Stars Price $234) FRI., OCT. 22, 5PM

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Master Class with Zuill Bailey, cellist

eduCatIoN CeNter, room 402 admission $5, reservations required. Call (301) 493-9283, ext. 116.

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Chuck Berry and daryl davis Band

FRI., OCT. 22, doors 8PM

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RuTh

With an intense passion for writing poetry combined with an undeniable talent to woo audiences with her smoky, soulful voice, Jamaican singer and songwriter ruth (born ruth-ann Brown) brings powerful new reasons to love reggae. maNSIoN tickets $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door OCT. 23–NOv. 7

Strathmore fINe art

drawing for Art Fundraiser and exhibition

enjoy this exciting Strathmore tradition—peruse a broad selection of fine art and craft on display in this exhibition and join us for the drawing on November 7 where every ticketholder leaves with a piece of art. Come early to make your list of favorite pieces, because you never know when your ticket will be drawn! Proceeds benefit Strathmore’s fine art and education programming. reception & drawing: Sunday, November 7, 6Pm maNSIoN tickets $125 Proceeds benefit Strathmore’s fine art programs. SAT., OCT. 23, 8PM* sun., ocT. 24, 3PM*

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dvorˇák’s New World Symphony

Piotr Gajewski, conductor zuill Bailey, cello dvorˇáK Cello Concerto in B minor dvorˇáK Symphony No. 9 in e minor (“from the New World”) muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *free pre-concert lecture one hour before each performance.

SAT., OCT. 30, 1PM

Wed., NOv. 3, 7:30PM

Cathy & Marcy’s 25th Annual Family Music Party

Jon Carroll, singer-songwriter

Maryland Campus at the Music Center at Strathmore Become part of the Levine Community! Explore your potential through private lessons and group classes. Grow a passion for music through our early Childhood and elementary music classes. Rediscover a love for music at any age with our adult programs. Inspire the community with our musical ensembles.

MON., OCT. 25, 11AM–12:30PM

Strathmore eduCatIoN Mondays in the Mansion:

Lecture on dinah Washington, Queen of the Juke Box

Jessica Boykin-Settles, jazz vocalist and lecturer on the music faculty at howard university, explores the life of the versatile and controversial gospel, jazz and r&B vocalist, dinah Washington. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50) enjoy lunch in the Prelude Café, just $10 more! Wed., OCT. 27, 7:30PM

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Matt Wigler, jazz & blues piano

See october 6 listing. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80) Wed., OCT. 27, 8PM

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Joan Baez & Steve earle

with special guests Bonnie rideout, fiddle ella Jenkins, children’s music icon rockville high School Pipe Band Cathy & marcy’s alumni Chorus Playing dozens of instruments, the Grammy-winning performers and friends sing, yodel, chicken cluck in harmony, and raise the roof! Join the fun—and bring a coat, hat and/or gloves to help families in need. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $15–$32 (Stars Price $13.50–$28.80)

returning as a Strathmore aIr mentor, native Washingtonian Jon Carroll is a veteran writer/ performer, producer/arranger, educator, and Grammy-winning recording artist. Carroll’s songs have been recorded by Linda ronstadt, tom Jones and others, and he has performed with many artists including mary Chapin Carpenter, rodney Crowell and the dixie Chicks. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

SAT., OCT. 30, 8PM

Wed., NOv. 3, 8PM

Chuck Brown with opener Christylez Bacon

The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields with Jonathan Biss, piano

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Levine School of music is a welcoming community where children and adults find lifelong inspiration and joy through learning, performing, listening to and participating with others in music. Students of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for an exciting new year of private lessons, group classes and special events. Private lessons, available in more than 20 instruments, begin September 10, 2010. Group classes begin September 20, 2010. to learn more, call (301) 897-5100 or visit www.levineschool.org. ThuRS., OCT. 28, 7:30PM

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Borealis String Quartet

haYdN String Quartet in G major, op. 76, No. 1 ShoStaKovICh String Quartet No. 8 in C minor, op. 110 GrIeG String Quartet No. 1 in G minor, op. 27 maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village FRI., OCT. 29, doors 8PM

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Middle distance Runner

mdr puts on a great live show. the band’s self-produced debut album, Plane in Flames, draws influences from early, rock-heavy radiohead, eclectic Blur-era Blur, and indie garage-rock heroes from the last five years such as the Strokes and the hives. maNSIoN tickets $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door

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the Godfather of Go-Go returns to Strathmore! The Washington Post calls Chuck Brown “as important to our city as that tall monument down on the mall.” opening is d.C.’s own 2009 Grammy nominee and progressive hip-hop artist Christylez Bacon. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $25–$38 (Stars Price $22.50–$34.20) PLEASE NOTE: For this show, Orchestra and Orchestra Tier will be unassigned General Admission tickets for standing and dancing. The Promenade, Grand Tier and Upper Tier levels will be assigned seating for those who prefer to remain seated.

November MON., NOv. 1, 11AM–1PM

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Photo Safari— Strathmore in the Fall

david Luria returns to offer this digital photography workshop in capturing the vibrancy of fall foliage. one photograph taken during the class will be chosen to be used in Strathmore’s marketing materials. maNSIoN aNd Strathmore GrouNdS tuition $25 (Stars Price $22.50)

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all mozart Program Symphony in d major, K.196/121 “La finta giardiniera” Piano Concerto No. 12 in a major, K. 414 Piano Concerto No. 9 in e flat major, K.271 “Jeunehomme” Symphony No. 29 in a major, K. 201 muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $25–$65 (Stars Price $22.50–$58.50) Thurs., noV. 4, 8PM

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BSO SuperPops Judy Collins

the Grammy award-winning performer of “Both Sides Now” and “Send in the Clowns” brings her solo show to the music Center at Strathmore for one performance only. Please note: the BSO does not perform on this program. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28 FRI., NOv. 5, 5PM

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Master Class with Robert Breault, tenor

eduCatIoN CeNter, room 402 admission $5, reservations required. Call (301) 493-9283, ext. 116.

these two giants of american folk and roots music bring their songs of compassion, commitment and hope for a better world to Strathmore. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $49.50–$75

(301) 581-5100

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SAT., NOv. 6, 8PM*

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Off The Cuff Analyze This: Mahler and Freud

C ALeNd AR Se P Te MBeR –NO v eM BeR 2010

marin alsop, conductor didi Balle, writer and stage director this program reenacts the little known meeting in 1910 between Gustav mahler and famous psychiatrist dr. Sigmund freud, where the two grappled with tensions and conflict that affected mahler’s entire musical output. Join maestra alsop and “dr. freud” on the couch as they psychoanalyze the essence of mahler’s relationship with his wife, alma, his music and his crippling fear of death. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28 SAT., NOv. 6, 10AM–3PM

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In-depth Jazz Singing Session I: Talkin’ to the Band

the first of three in-depth sessions on solo jazz singing scheduled this season: work with outstanding local jazz vocalist and former artist in residence Lena Seikaly to learn the necessary vocabulary and gestures needed to communicate with the rhythm section when you perform. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tuition $60 (Stars Price $54) SAT., NOv. 6, 10:30AM

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Children’s historic home Tour

Berlioz’s Requiem

Stan engebretson, conductor robert Breault, tenor BerLIoz Requiem muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *free pre-concert lecture one hour before performance. Wed., NOv. 10, 8PM

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emanuel Ax, piano

SChuBert Impromptus, op. 142 SChuBert Sonata in a major, op. 120 ChoPIN Polonaise-fantaisie, op. 61 ChoPIN four mazurkas ChoPIN Andante spianato & Grande Polonaise, op. 22 “mr. ax played with youthful brio, incisive rhythm, bountiful imagination, delicacy when called for, and thundering power when the piano fought back” (The New York Times). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28 The WPAS Piano Masters Series is generously underwritten by Betsy and Robert Feinberg.

ThuRS., NOv. 11, 8PM*

sun., noV. 14, 2PM

Bang on a Can All-Stars Play Steve Reich

Sunday at Strathmore with Stephen Sondheim

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Music for Pieces of Wood Piano Phase/Video Phase 2x5 (u.S. Premiere) Electric Counterpoint Double Sextet hear the u.S. premiere of reich’s 2x5, a pulsating rock quintet that perfectly captures the spirit of this adventurous ensemble. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $15–$35 (Stars Price $13.50–$31.50) *Listen & Learn! free postconcert discussion with the artists. Sponsored by PNC

Peter Marks, host

FRI., NOv. 12, 8PM

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Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile

mandolin pioneer Chris thile joins an eclectic group of adventurous, accomplished musicians to create a fascinating new sound— “what might be called american country-classical chamber music” (The New York Times). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $25–$42 (Stars Price $22.50–$37.80)

ThuRS., NOv. 11, 10AM–8PM FRI., NOv. 12, 10AM–6PM SAT., NOv. 13, 10AM–6PM sun., noV. 14, 10aM–5PM

SAT., NOv. 13, 8PM

Museum Shop Around

In this wonderfully intimate solo concert, Kristofferson sings the songs that have made him, and told us, who he is: “help me make It through the Night,” “for the Good times,” “Sunday mornin’ Comin’ down,” and new songs from Closer to the Bone. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $32–$72 (Stars Price $28.80–$64.80)

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An evening with Kris Kristofferson

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Browse the treasures of 16 of the area’s best museum gift shops for unique and handmade gifts— inspired holiday shopping! maNSIoN admission $9 at the door. No strollers. (Stars Price $8)

this witty, literary lion of american theater, who penned some of the most memorable Broadway classics from West Side Story to Sweeney Todd to Into the Woods, has stories to tell in this intimate conversation. Please note: this event does not include musical performances. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $38–$58 (Stars Price $34.20–$52.20) sun., noV. 14, 7PM

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The Seasons Project Robert Mcduffie, violin soloist & leader The venice Baroque Orchestra

PhILIP GLaSS violin Concerto No. 2 for violin & orchestra, “the american four Seasons” (Washington Premiere) vIvaLdI “the four Seasons” “one of the most exciting musical evenings of the year” (Toronto Star). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets: $25–$55 (Stars Price $22.50–$49.50) MONdAyS, NOv. 15, 22, & 29, 11AM–12:30PM

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Stories from the Attic Writing Workshop

Lynn Stearns of the Writer’s Center helps participants put priceless family stories on paper, teaching elements of writing such as voice, point of view, language, dialogue, setting, structure, plot, pacing, and resolution. each participant will write in class and have opportunities to have work critiqued. maNSIoN, CoNfereNCe room tuition $75 for 3-sessions (Stars Price $67.50)

on friday, November 5, music director marin alsop and the Baltimore Symphony orchestra debut the innovative “off the Cuff” series with Analyze This: Mahler and Freud. Peek behind the curtain at a secret meeting between composer Gustav mahler and psychiatrist dr. Sigmund freud. this live reenactment of the 1910 meeting that affected mahler’s creative life also features excerpts from some of his most famous compositions. Listen in as experts psychoanalyze the personal life, music and fear of death that so consumed this troubled composer. each program in this interactive series features maestra alsop leading discussions on intriguing topics and fielding questions from the audience. to learn more about the “off the Cuff” series, visit BSomusic.org.

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Marin Alsop

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BSO debuts “Off the Cuff” Series with Analyze This: Mahler and Freud

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National Philharmonic 2010–2011 Season Showcases Grand Works of Classical Music!

to ensure you don’t miss any concerts of National Philharmonic’s exciting 2010-2011 season, purchase a season subscription at www.strathmore.org or call (301) 581-5100. Wed., NOv. 17, 7:30PM

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Iridescence Trio

very rarely do audiences have the chance to experience flutes-only chamber music, but what a sound they are missing! rediscover the grace and delicate purity of the flute in this unique performance. maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50) ThuRS., NOv. 18, 7:30PM

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Ana vidovic, classical guitar Anastasia Petanova, flute

maNSIoN, ShaPIro muSIC room SoLd out Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village FRI., NOv. 19, 11AM & 12PM

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historic home Tours

Guided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore. maNSIoN free, but reservations required. Call (301) 581-5109

FRI., NOv. 19, 8PM

maeStro artISt maNaGemeNt PreSeNtS

Moscow virtuosi Chamber Orchestra

a highly anticipated performance by one of the world’s most acclaimed chamber orchestras, led by internationally-renowned violinist and conductor vladimir Spivakov. the brilliant russian pianist alexander Ghindin, who rapidly established himself as a major force on the international piano scene since becoming the youngest prize winner ever of the prestigious International tchaikovsky Competition in 1994, is the featured soloists in this performance featuring works by Boccherini, mozart, Schnittke and Shostakovich. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $29–$79 SAT., NOv. 20, 8PM

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Prokofiev’s violin Concerto

Günther herbig, conductor tianwa Yang, violin one of the great conductors of our time, Günther herbig introduces young taiwanese virtuoso tianwa Yang who makes her BSo debut in Prokofiev’s violin Concerto No. 1, a work of great inner beauty clothed in a passionate, fiery exterior. the program also features the exquisite fairy tale-based Mother Goose Suite by maurice ravel and Shostakovich’s tenth Symphony. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $28

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Piotr Gajewski

NOv. 20–deC. 30

TueS., NOv. 23, 8PM

International exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature

The Magnificent Mazowsze

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each of the intricately detailed works of art on display is painstakingly produced in miniature. Bigger is definitely Not better at this amazing exhibition! maNSIoN, GudeLSKY GaLLerY SuIte admISSIoN free NOv. 20–deC. 30

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Michael Bignell & Mikhail Kononov

michael Bignell’s works in acrylic and watercolor show a wide spectrum of influences, from andrew Wyeth to vermeer to the photographer John van horn of Pennsylvania. russian artist mikhail Kononov works in oil are often painted outdoors and interpret the landscapes around him. maNSIoN, fIrSt fLoor GaLLerIeS admISSIoN free sun., noV. 21, 4PM

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Tokyo String Quartet Jeremy denk, piano

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this season, enjoy the well-loved classics of symphonic and choral music under the batons of National Philharmonic music director Piotr Gajewski and Chorale artistic director Stan engebretson. the forthcoming season will feature such grand works as mahler’s Symphony No. 2 (“resurrection”); verdi’s requiem; dvorˇák’s Symphony No. 9 (“from the New World”); and Berlioz’s requiem, which involves a massive orchestra and chorus. In addition, enjoy such favorites as dvorˇák’s beloved Cello Concerto performed by international star zuill Bailey; vivaldi’s most famous work, the four Seasons, with violin virtuosa Chee-Yun; tchaikovsky’s virtuosic violin Concerto with Soovin Kim; and the works of Chopin played by prize-winning pianist Brian Ganz.

2LuCK CoNCePtS PreSeNtS

experience a thrilling display of dazzling movement, vibrant color and stunning beauty! Ninety dancers, musicians and singers are arrayed in a seemingly neverending series of handmade traditional costumes—more than 1,000 in total, one more dramatic and colorful than the next. “there is nothing greater than mazowsze!” (The New York Times). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $30–$65 SAT., NOv. 27, 2 & 8PM

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O Come Let us Adore him: Mormon Orchestra & Chorus of Washington, dC

Begin your holiday season with soaring arrangements of such traditional carols as “the first Noel,” “o holy Night,” “See amid the Winter’s Snow” and many more. muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $21–$25 (Stars Price $18.90–$22.50)

mozart Quartet in d major, K. 575 BarBer Quartet for Strings, op. 11 dvorˇáK Piano Quintet in a major, op. 81 Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2010, the tokyo String Quartet playing “has rare beauty of tone. It all sounds gorgeous; every single radiant last note of it” (The Herald, edinburgh). the ensemble is joined by pianist Jeremy denk, whose playing is “bracing, effortlessly virtuosic, and utterly joyous” (The New York Times). muSIC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $35

September–November 2010

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AFTeRNOON TeA tueSdaYS aNd WedNeSdaYS at 1 Pm, WeeKLY BeGINNING SeP. 14

C ALeNd A R — By G eNR e

BROAdWAy/ AMeRICAN SONGBOOK Sunday at Strathmore with Stephen Sondheim, Peter Marks host, Nov. 14

ChILdReN/FAMILy Children’s historic home Tours, SeP. 4, oCt. 2 & Nov. 6 Children’s Art Talk and Tour,

BSO: Off the Cuff—Analyze This: Mahler and Freud,

Opera Tots, oCt. 9–30 Strathmore Family Sings, oCt. 17

In-depth Jazz Singing Session 1: Talkin’ to the Band, Nov. 6

Chelsey Green and the Green Project, SeP. 8 & 29

BSO: Prokofiev’s violin Concerto, Nov. 20

Stories from the Attic Writing Workshop, Nov. 15,

WPAS: Tokyo String Quartet, Jeremy denk, piano, Nov. 21

22 & 29

CLASSICAL

O Come Let us Adore him: Mormon Orchestra & Chorus of Washington, dC, Nov. 27

BSO: Season Preview Concert, SeP. 10 Asteria, soprano and lute duo, SeP. 23

dANCe BSO SuperPops: Gotta dance!, oCt. 7 The Magnificent Mazowsze,

interPLAy company Band: beatZ, SeP. 27

Cathy & Marcy’s 25th Annual Family Music Party,

Now ensemble, SeP. 27

oCt. 30

SeP. 30

CLASSeS/eduCATION

BSO: Mendelssohn’s violin Concerto, SeP. 30

Levine Fall Semester Begins,

ROCK/POP/hIP hOP

Iridescence Trio, Nov. 17

Moscow virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, Nov. 19

BSO: Mahler’s Seventh Symphony, SeP. 25

SeP. 11

The Seasons Project, Nov. 14 Ana vidovic, classical guitar and Anastasia Petanova, flute, Nov. 18

Nov. 5

Jake ehrenreich’s A Jew Grows in Brooklyn, SeP. 26

Rachel Franklin Quartet,

Art Songs: Chamber Music with Words, SeP. 14–deC. 14

BSO: Midori Plays Shostakovich, oCt. 21

Jazz Choir, oCt. 4–Nov. 22

National Philharmonic: dvorˇák’s New World Symphony, oCt. 23 & 24

Mosaic Stepping Stones, oCt. 9, 16 & 23

A Celebration of the Guitar in America, oCt. 11 Strathmore Family Sings, oCt. 17

Book Arts, oCt. 22, 29 & Nov. 5 National Philharmonic: Master Class with Zuill Bailey, cellist, oCt. 22

oCt. 28

The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields with Jonathan Biss, piano, Nov. 3 BSO: Off the Cuff—Analyze This: Mahler and Freud, Nov. 5

Lecture on dinah Washington, Queen of the Juke Box, oCt. 25 Photo Safari—Strathmore in the Fall, Nov. 1 Strathmorenews

Borealis String Quartet,

National Philharmonic: Berlioz’s Requiem, Nov. 6 WPAS: emanuel Ax, piano, Nov. 10

September–November 2010

Middle distance Runner, oCt. 29

Chuck Brown with opener Christylez Bacon, oCt. 30 Jon Carroll, singer-songwriter, Nov. 3

An evening with Kris Kristofferson, Nov. 13

The dave Brubeck Quartet in “BOOM” and The Callaway Sisters, oCt. 8

oCt. 20

Chuck Berry and daryl davis Band, oCt. 22

RuTh, oCt. 22

Jason vieaux, guitar, oCt. 14

WPAS: András Schiff, piano,

oCt. 15

Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile, Nov. 12

Children’s Art Talk and Tour,

Citydance Fall Session Begins, SeP. 13

The FiF and 21 Birdstone,

homay & The Mastan ensemble of Iran, SeP. 19

Matt Wigler, jazz & blues piano, oCt. 6 & 27

BSO: Beethoven and Shostakovich, oCt. 16

Guitar Masters: eric Johnson, Andy McKee and Peppino d’Agostino, oCt. 15

Bang on a Can All-Stars Play Steve Reich, Nov. 11

SeP. 10 & oCt. 8

Art Talk, SeP. 11

Ledisi, oCt. 2

WORLd/ INTeRNATIONAL

JAZZ/BLueS

SeP. 11

SeP. 20–21

Nov. 23

National Philharmonic: Mahler’s Resurrection, oCt. 9

historic home Tours,

Sonic Circuits Festival,

BSO SuperPops: Judy Collins,

Paul Galbraith, classical guitar, oCt. 7

SeP. 10

National Philharmonic: Master Class with Robert Breault, tenor, Nov. 5

10th Anniversary Celebration “The Jazz Club,” oCt. 16

Nov. 4

hOLIdAy eveNTS Museum Shop Around, Nov. 11–14

O Come Let us Adore him: Mormon Orchestra & Chorus of Washington, dC, Nov. 27

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FINe ART

Strathmore uncorks!, SeP. 11

Abstraction: More Than Meets the eye, SeP. 11–oCt. 16

Sonic Circuits Festival,

drawing for Art Fundraiser and exhibition, oCt 23–Nov. 7

NeA heritage Awards, SeP. 24

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The County executive’s executive Awards for excellence in the Arts and humanities, oCt. 18

Michael Bignell & Mikhail Kononov, Nov. 20–deC. 30

drawing for Art Reception and drawing, Nov. 7

International exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature, Nov.

FOLK NeA heritage Awards, SeP. 24 Stripmall Ballads, oCt. 8 Joan Baez & Steve earle, oCt. 27

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Museum Shop Around, Nov. 11–14

hOLIdAy CLOSINGS the maNSIoN CLoSeS at 4Pm oN NovemBer 24, aNd the eNtIre Strathmore CamPuS WILL Be CLoSed oN NovemBer 25 for thaNKSGIvING.

New american music at Strathmore TWO OF A M e R I C A’ S M O S T I MP O RTANT LIvING C O MP O Se RS PRe MIeRe NeW W OR KS AT S T R AT h M O R e Ju ST A FeW d AyS APART Th IS FA L L .

Bang on a Can All-Stars

The Seasons Project

hailed as “our greatest living composer” (The New York Times), Steve reich is noted for his groundbreaking originality. this all-reich program performed by Bang on a Can all-Stars includes the u.S. premiere of reich’s new piece 2x5, composed for electric guitars, bass, piano and drums. having collaborated closely with reich for over 20 years, 2x5 is the first reich work to be premiered by Bang on a Can. 2x5 innovatively folds ultra-sophisticated musicianship into a rock quintet format. the proBang on a Can All-Stars gram also includes Music for Pieces of Wood, Piano Phase/Video Phase, Electric Counterpoint and Double Sextet (awarded the 2009 Pulitzer Prize).

american composer Philip Glass has shaped and reshaped the musical landscape over the decades. a tour de force violin performance by soloist robert mcduffie, for whom The American Four Seasons was composed, makes this d.C. premiere performance a singular event. The Toronto Star proclaimed of the world premiere “the first performance of the work—violin Concerto No. 2, The American Four Seasons was so spectacularly played by the new piece’s muse, american violinist robert mcduffie… that the event turned into one of the most exciting musical evenings of the year.”

the Bang on a Can all-Stars are perfectly suited to perform reich’s repertoire. Called “one of the most visceral performing groups around” by the London Independent, the Bang on a Can all-Stars are a contemporary music powerhouse. having formed on-going collaborative relationships with today’s most important and emerging composers, the Bang on a Can all-Stars offer a genre-defying blend of rock sensibilities and technically flawless chamber musicianship. a free post-concert discussion with the Bang on a Can all-Stars follows the performance.

The Seasons Project Robert Mcduffie, violin Soloist & Leader With The venice Baroque Orchestra Performing Violin Concerto No. 2 for Violin & Orchestra The American Four Seasons by Philip Glass The Four Seasons by Antonio vivaldi noVeMber 14, 7PM tickets $25–$55 (Stars Price $22.50–$49.50) Christian steiner

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Robert Mcduffie

Philip Glass

Bang on a Can All-Stars Play Steve Reich NOveMBeR 11, 8PM MuSIC CeNTeR tickets $15–$35 (Stars Price $13.50–$31.50) This performance of Bang on a Can All-Stars is sponsored in part by

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Strathmore Introduces New Class of artists in residence Strathmore continues to develop gifted emerging artists through the artist in residence (aIr) program. only in its sixth year, the artist in residence program has already produced a Grammy nominee, a musician who has toured with Stevie Wonder, and numerous musicians who are working as full-time professional performers and educators, releasing new albums and touring nationally and internationally. We are pleased to announce a new class of talented and promising performers who will refine their work under the mentorship of seasoned professionals Jon Carroll, veteran writer/performer, producer/ arranger, educator and Grammy-winning recording artist; daryl davis, keyboardist, bandleader, vocalist, guitarist and lecturer, and Jamie Broumas, jazz vocalist and arts management professional. We hope you’ll enjoy getting to know this season’s featured artists!

FeBRuARy

Alicia Ward, classical cello a student of cello since age six, this rising star received her Bachelor of music from the Peabody Conservatory, has served as principal cellist of the New england Conservatory Philharmonia and Peabody Symphony orchestra, and has been featured worldwide as a recitalist and soloist. FeBRuARy 2 ANd 23

Chelsey Green

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Nathan and Noble Jolley, jazz duo twin brothers Noble Jr. and Nathan Jolley are literally lifelong musical partners! they began learning from jazz guitar great and dad, the late Noble Jolley, Sr., and were already competent musicians by age five. Both graduated from the acclaimed Peabody Conservatory and have gone on to perform alongside stars including John Legend and James moody. MARCh 2 ANd 23

Matt Wigler

Ted Garber

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The Sweater Set, pop/folk duo

Classically trained and accomplished in both violin and viola, Chelsey Green turns her creative energies toward the uncharted waters of hip hop violin with her band the Green Project. SePTeMBeR 8 ANd 29

maureen andary and Sara Curtin weave intricate soprano harmonies with multi-instrumental arrangements of ukulele, guitar, flute, hand percussion and even kazoo and glockenspiel! APRIL 6 ANd 27 aIr tickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

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Matt Wigler, jazz and blues piano

MeNTOR PeRFORMANCeS

at only 16 years old, matt Wigler has already released two albums, including Epiphony which was nominated for a WammIe for best jazz Cd by the Washington d.C. area music association. OCTOBeR 6 ANd 27

Jon Carroll, singer-songwriter, NovemBer 3 Jamie Broumas, jazz vocalist, deCemBer 1 daryl davis, jazz/blues piano, maY 4 mentor tickets $17 (Stars Price $15.30)

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Ted Garber, singer-songwriter

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Nathan and Noble Jolley

ALL PeRFORMANCeS START AT 7:30PM MANSION AT STRAThMORe

Classic showmanship, a keen singer-songwriter sensibility and the remembered strains of his musical travels around the world shape Garber’s unique “Bluesamericanarock” performances. JANuARy 12 ANd 26 16

Alicia Ward

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The Sweater Set

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Chelsey Green, The Green violinist

Come out and Play! educational opportunities abound at Strathmore this fall! Beginners, experts, enthusiasts, families—there’s something for everyone!

Strathmore Family Sings october 17, 4-5Pm Latino music with diana Saez december 12, 4-5Pm folk, standards and holiday music with victoria vox music Center, room 402 $7 per person/per session (Stars Price $6.30) ages 6 and up

Photo Safari— Strathmore in the Fall

In-depth Jazz Singing: Talkin’ to the Band

A Celebration of the Guitar in America OCTOBeR 11, 11–12:30PM MANSION, ShAPIRO MuSIC ROOM this lecture/concert with outstanding guitarist and educator, Phil mathieu, is the opening education event for Strathmore’s yearlong Guitar festival. this concert traces the development of the instrument by featuring the music and history of Phil Mathieu iconic guitarists William foden, “Libba” Cotton, Chet adkins, Les Paul and Charlie Byrd, who were influential in the development of american classical and popular styles. a variety of instruments will be discussed and used to demonstrate the different styles. tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

dinah Washington: Queen of the Juke Box

November 1, 11am– 1Pm mansion & Grounds tuition $25 (Stars Price $22.50) dinah Washington

OCTOBeR 25, 11–12:30PM MANSION, ShAPIRO MuSIC ROOM Jessica Boykin-Settles explores the versatile and controversial dinah Washington in this lecture. tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

Strathmore Jazz Choir Mondays, ocTober 4–noVeMber 22, 7:30–9:30PM MANSION, ShAPIRO MuSIC ROOM Led by Connaitre miller, jazz choir is an intro to jazz singing for those who prefer to be a part of a group. the class concludes with a concert of songs rehearsed during the 8 session series. Choral experience suggested. tuition $175 for 8 sessions (Stars Price $157.50)

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NOveMBeR 6, 10AM–3PM MANSION, ShAPIRO MuSIC ROOM outstanding jazz vocalist and former artist in residence Lena Seikaly shares the art of communication between vocalist and rhythm section during performance. tuition $60 (Stars Price $54)

Stories from the Attic NOveMBeR 15, 22 & 29, 11AM–12:30PM MANSION, ShAPIRO MuSIC ROOM Lynn Stearns of the Writer’s Center guides participants through the skills of putting those priceless family stories on paper. Participants will discuss major elements of writing (such as voice, point of view, language, dialogue, setting, structure, plot, pacing, and resolution) and do brief exercises to reinforce each element, with a focus on creating compelling story lines. tuition $75 for 3 sessions (Stars Price $67.50)

FOR KIdS ANd FAMILIeS OperaTots SATuRdAyS, OCTOBeR 9–30, 11AM–12PM this popular class sells out every year! Yvette Lewis explores the Gingerbread man with young singers ages 3-5. friends and family enjoy a performance during final class. tuition $90 for 4 sessions (Stars Price $81), plus an optional $25 for Cd and worksheets. OperaTots

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afternoon tea

If you’ve attended a tea in the past you know what a memorable afternoon awaits you! enjoy specially blended tea, the relaxing mansion atmosphere and light fare provided by restaurant associates. Space is limited, so make your reservations today!

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International Tea

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No tea No tea No tea John dassoulas, piano Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar Becky dukes, piano Paul Bangser, guitar rosalind Breslow, piano Specialty tea: International tea

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5 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 6 Specialty tea: “Charitea” for Breast Cancer awareness meg Baker, breast cancer survivor, harp & piano 12 hsien-ann meng & Wei-der huang, octtava Piano duo 13 fran hrastar, piano 19 Specialty tea: German tea Joy-Leilani Garbutt, piano & Lauren Campbell, voice 20 dave almy, guitar & Cheryl Gearheart, voice 26 Becky dukes, piano 27 Specialty tea: halloween tea Jo morrison, Celtic harp NOveMBeR

2 John dassoulas, piano 3 ellen tennenbaum, piano 9 Specialty tea: author’s tea Karen ashbrook, dulcimer & Paul oorts, guitar 10 No tea 16 Karen ashbrook, wooden flute & elizabeth Benforado, piano (english music) 17 Becky dukes, piano 23 No tea 24 No tea 30 Specialty tea: hanukkah tea

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SePTeMBeR 29 the Strathmore tea room and empowered Women International bring you a tea complete with international food and music. Women artists from around the world showcase their works.

ChariTea OCTOBeR 6 Join us in honoring several of our tea ladies, volunteers and patrons who are Breast Cancer Survivors, and in raising awareness and proceeds for a cure. fellow survivor meg Baker performs on harp and piano.

German Tea OCTOBeR 19 octoberfest comes to the tea room as we celebrate with German music and traditional German food.

haunted Tea Party OCTOBeR 27 a murderer is among us at this mysterious haunted tea—discover whodunit before your teacup is empty!

Author’s Tea NOveMBeR 9 meet local authors and purchase their publications—a perfect and personal way to start your holiday shopping!

hanukkah Tea NOveMBeR 30 traditional music and food help us celebrate at our first ever hanukkah tea!

Teas are popular and always fill well in advance. Make your plans to join us today! teas begin at 1pm $21 per person (Stars Price $18.90); $26 per person for Specialty teas (Stars Price $23.40). Pre-paid, non-refundable. reservations required. Call (301) 581-5108.

September–November 2010

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STRAThMORe INTROduCeS NeW BOARd MeMBeRS We’re pleased to welcome several new members to our board and look forward to their stewardship! Robert Brewer, Jr., esq. is an esteemed local attorney who specializes in health care and land use/ development. he has been an active member of the Greater BethesdaChevy Chase Chamber of Commerce as well as serving on the boards of Imagination Stage and the Bethesda urban Partnership. Carolyn Leonard, a developmental psychologist, shares her experience working with diverse populations of young people in their schools and communities. dr. Leonard has served as a board member for maryland Classic Youth orchestras and the National advisory Board for the School of education at Johns hopkins university. J. Alberto Martinez is an accomplished ophthalmologist, long-time maryland resident and Clinical Professor of ophthalmology at Georgetown university and George Washington university. he is active in the Latino Lions Club of montgomery County and the Pan american medical association.

GeNeraL INformatIoN CONTACT INFORMATION

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www.strathmore.org (301) 581-5100 TICKeT OFFICe 5301 tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, md m/t/th/f 10am–5pm, W 10am–9pm, Sa 10am–2pm

Complimentary 15 minute ticket office Parking is available in the mansion lot weekdays 10am–5pm

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STRAThMORe WeLCOMeS PATRONS WITh dISABILITIeS every seating section in the Concert hall includes wheelchairaccessible seating. the mansion at Strathmore is wheelchair accessible. assistive-listening devices available in the Concert hall

www.strathmore.org ticket office (301) 581-5100 tea reservations (301) 581-5108 Group tickets (301) 581-5199 General Info/administration (301) 581-5200 ttY via md relay, for md residents at 711, or out of state at (800) 735-2258 mansion at Strathmore 10701 rockville Pike North Bethesda, md 20852-3224 music Center at Strathmore 5301 tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, md 20852-3385

Sign-interpreted performances available on request

ChILdReN for ticketed events, all patrons regardless of age are required to have a ticket. use your best judgment when bringing children to a concert that is intended for adults.

TOuRS free, walk-in tours of the music Center are available Wednesdays 12–2pm and Saturdays 11am– 2pm. reservations are required for groups of 10 or more people, call (301) 581-5102. historic home tours of the mansion at Strathmore are offered for both children and adults. See the Calender for dates and times.

accommodations subject to availability; please make requests by calling the ticket office 14 days in advance of performance. Golf cart shuttle service from garage to music Center entrance before Concert hall events

dIReCTIONS Strathmore is located on rockville Pike (route 355), half a mile north of the Capital Beltway and immediately adjacent to the GrosvenorStrathmore station on metro’s red Line.

PARKING For Music Center Concert hall performances: for ticketed performances, complimentary parking is available in the adjacent metro garage—then stroll across the covered Sky Bridge directly into the music Center. for the convenience of music Center patrons, there is a passenger drop-off and pick-up area, and valet available ($15), at the Circle Plaza at 5301 tuckerman Lane. For non-performance Music Center events, including All education Center events: metered parking is available on tuckerman Lane or park in the metro garage where a Smartrip card is required for payment monday–friday.

hOuRS OF OPeRATION TICKeT OFFICe hOuRS monday, tuesday, thursday, friday: 10am–5pm Wednesday: 10am–9pm Saturday: 10am–2pm Sixty minutes prior to performances in the music Center through intermission MANSION & GALLeRIeS monday, tuesday, thursday, friday: 10am–4pm Wednesday: 10am–9pm Saturday: 10am–3pm admission to the mansion at Strathmore and galleries is free. hOLIdAy SCheduLe the Strathmore campus will be closed on thursday, November 25 for thanksgiving.

PReLude CAFé a wide variety of entrees, desserts, and beverages in the music Center. mon.–Sat. 11am–3pm Performances: 2 hours prior to performance start time The ShOPS AT STRAThMORe discover inspired gifts, including handmade and arts-related jewelry, decorative items, textiles, stationery, recordings, children’s books and creative toys and kits. The Mansion Shop at Strathmore monday, tuesday, thursday, friday: 10am–4pm Wednesday: 10am–9pm Saturday: 10am–3pm ONLINe at shop.strathmore.org

For Mansion concerts, exhibitions, and events: free parking is available in the mansion parking lot, on a space available basis. enter the lot at 10701 rockville Pike. for complete driving directions, metro and bus, and parking information, visit Strathmore’s website at www.strathmore.org and click on the “Plan Your visit” link.

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Museum Shop Around Announcing the

Featured shops this year include these outstanding museums: american university museum audubon Sanctuary Shop herb Cottage at Washington National Cathedral hillwood museum and Gardens Just Imagine! the Shop at Imagination Stage the John f. Kennedy Center for the Performing arts montgomery County historical Society National archives Shop National museum of Women in the arts President Lincoln’s Cottage the Shakespeare theatre Company Shop the Shops at Strathmore Supreme Court historical Society the textile museum u.S. Capitol historical Society

one of our most popular pre-holiday events is back! Join in the fun at the museum Shop around round as the very best museum gift shops in our area come together under one roof at this special shopping event. Get a head start on your holiday shopping with some of the most distinctive gifts you’ll find, including handcrafted and artsrelated merchandise.

Thursday, November 11, 10am–8pm Friday, November 12, 10am–6pm Saturday, November 13, 10am–6pm Sunday, November 14, 10am–5pm ADMISSION $9 (Stars Price $8) Present this page and get $1 off regular admission! Admission proceeds benefit Strathmore’s artistic and educational programming. No Strollers, please. Parking in the Mansion lot on a space available basis.