Strathmore News Winter 2022

STRATHMORE NEWS

CULINARY ARTS

Our new chef’s creative take on food.

(RE)DISCOVER AMP

New seating, refreshed menus, and more music to explore.

RIVERS & SOCIAL CHANGE

Allison Miller helps us hear the rhythms of nature.

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IN THIS ISSUE

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This Just In 3

Holiday Happenings 4

Dining at Strathmore 6

(Re)Discover AMP 8

Artist in Residence Class of 2023 10

Arts & Social Justice Fellowship 12

Music in the Mansion 13

Upcoming Exhibitions 14

Behind the Music: Allison Miller 15

Winter Calendar 17

Thank You to Our Donors 21

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mary K. Sturtevant

Chair

Christoph A. Syllaba

Vice Chair

Jean Accius II

Secretary  Theodore R. Goldstock

Treasurer

J. Tyler Anthony

Jerome W. Breslow

Lewis H. Ferguson

Andrew Friedson

Jay Grauberger

Linda A. Herman

Steven P. Hollman

Joe Judge

Fariba Kassiri

William E. Kirwan

Karen R. Lefkowitz

Catherine S. Leggett

Marcel Lettre

Ann L. McDaniel  Michelle Musgrove

Bayo Oyewole

John Sackett

Deborah M. Smith   Benjamin Wu

EXECUTIVE STAFF

Monica Jeffries Hazangeles

YOUR WELL-BEING IS OUR TOP PRIORITY

We’re making steady, thoughtful changes that prioritize the comfort and well-being of all guests, artists, staff, and volunteers. Our goal is to create an environment where you can confidently return to enjoy the arts.

DO YOUR PART

See our website for current protocols regarding masks and other safety measures.

PURCHASE WITH CONFIDENCE

STRATHMORE.ORG

PURCHASE WITH CONFIDENCE

Our ticket exchange policy preserves your flexibility. Free exchanges are available up to 48 hours before the performance.

AIR QUALITY

Our HVAC systems turn over indoor air with fresh outside air every 15 minutes thanks to high-efficiency MERV 13 air filters that remove airborne germs.

OUR VENUES ARE GBAC STAR™ ACCREDITED

This gold standard of safe facilities accreditation certifies that Strathmore has implemented proven, comprehensive cleaning and disinfecting protocols, so you can feel confident that our venues are healthy environments.

President and CEO Bess Amerman

Chief Financial Officer

Joi Brown

Artistic Director/ Vice President of Programming Lauren Campbell

Vice President of Education and Community Engagement

Mac Campbell

Vice President of Operations

Heidi Onkst

Vice President of Advancement Alaina Sadick Goss

Vice President of Communications and Marketing

Lesley Morris

Director of Mansion and Galleries

Carlyle Smith

Director of Information Technology Eliot Pfanstiehl

Founder and CEO Emeritus

COVER PHOTO: Allison Miller by Shervin Lainez INSIDE COVER PHOTOS L–R: Elena Urioste by Chris Gloag, Untitled by Jack Boul, Mandy Patinkin by Joan Marcus

THIS JUST IN!

Tickets for the following Music Center shows go on sale Friday, December 9. Strathmore Stars can buy tickets now. Join today for exclusive, presale access!

IN THE MUSIC CENTER

AFRO-CUBAN ALL STARS

Fri, Feb 24

Juan de Marcos and the Afro-Cuban All Stars are ambassadors of Cuban music. De Marcos, founder of the Buena Vista Social Club, established the AfroCuban All Stars to promote Cuba’s brilliant young musicians and highlight its senior talent.

Strathmore & Step Afrika! Present STEP XPLOSION Mon, June 19 Step Afrika!, the world’s first professional step company, curates this showcase of the best step teams in our region. Don’t miss this thunderous evening of rhythm and joy from the best step squads around.

DJAVAN

THE D TOUR USA 2023

CO-PRESENTED BY EDUCARTE

Fri, April 21

The four-time Latin Grammy winner brings his tropicáliainfused rock, folk, and pop to the stage in a brand new show with his full band. This performance features songs from his 25th album, D, as well as hits like Se, Flor de Lis, Samurai, and more.

OCTAVIA E. BUTLER’S PARABLE OF THE SOWER MUSIC & LYRICS BY TOSHI REAGON & BERNICE JOHNSON REAGON CO-DIRECTED

BY SIGNE V. HARRIDAY & ERIC TING

Wed–Sat, June 28–July 1

Parable of the Sower returns for encore performances with its triumphant, mesmerizing work of rare power and beauty that illuminates deep insights on gender, race, and the future of human civilization.

This fully-staged opera brings together more than 30 original anthems drawn from 200 years of black music to recreate Butler’s sci-fi, Afrofuturist masterpiece live on stage.

Jacob Andrew Iwinski

Ehud Lazin

Aaron Wagner

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Celebrate at Strathmore with a festive lineup full of cheer.

IN THE MUSIC CENTER

SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX A VERY POSTMODERN CHRISTMAS

Tue, Dec 13

Join Scott Bradlee and friends for a nostalgic night of vintage-style holiday classics with a contemporary twist!

BLOOM AT GOOD HOPE CONCERT SERIES

A HOLIDAY EVENING WITH INTEGRITI REEVES

Sat, Dec 17

Artist in Residence alum Reeves shares her modern take on timeless jazz vocals for an evening filled with your favorite holiday tunes.

THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER WITH GUEST MC KURTIS BLOW

Mon–Thu, Dec 19–22

Tchaikovsky’s classic score meets explosive hip-hop choreography in this holiday mash-up the whole family will flip for.

Lynn Pleasant

Jonathan Timmes

STUDENT CONCERTS

MARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS OF STRATHMORE SYMPHONIC ESSENCE

Sun, Dec 11

Come hear our young artists perform works by Wagner, Vivaldi, Mozart, Bizet, Coleridge-Taylor, Soon-Hee Newbold, and many more.

STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS WITH BELLS ON

Thu, Dec 15

SCC’s seven ensembles celebrate the music of the holidays and diversity of cultures in collaboration with the Virginia Bronze handbell ringing ensemble.

WEDDING OPEN HOUSE

Sat, Jan 21, 10am–2pm

Join us in the Mansion for a special wedding open house event! Preview the space set up for an event to gather inspiration and enjoy some delicious bites and cocktails from our Strathmore Culinary Arts team and other preferred caterers. Special rates available for those who book during the event!

RSVP at STRATHMORE.ORG/OPENHOUSE

FROM OUR PARTNERS

WASHINGTON BACH CONSORT THE CHRISTMAS STORY: BACH’S CHRISTMAS ORATORIO

Sat, Dec 10

THE WASHINGTON CHORUS A CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS Fri, Dec 16 & 23

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC HANDEL’S MESSIAH

Sat–Sun, Dec 17–18

Jim Saah

Carolyn Andros

Carolyn Andros

THE ART OF FOOD

Dining at Strathmore is back! The culinary arts come alive under the direction of Executive Chef LaTasha Stevenson.

by Mary Murdock

“I want the food I showcase to the community here at Strathmore to show decency, dignity, love, and passion,” declares Chef LaTasha Stevenson, Strathmore’s new Executive Chef. After nearly two years without inhouse dining due to the pandemic, the Allegro Kitchen at Strathmore reopened this fall under the visionary leadership of Chef LaTasha, whose philosophy ensures that at Strathmore, art is everywhere—even on your plate. With menus that change nightly, based on seasonal, local ingredients and the cultural themes of performances, Chef LaTasha’s fresh, communitycentered approach creates a special dining environment.

MEET THE CHEF

Chef LaTasha has had a passion for cooking since childhood. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she marveled as her mother made biscuits from scratch,

without ever measuring the ingredients, and they came out perfect every time. She grew up helping her grandmother snap beans and peel sweet potatoes on the porch and knew, by the time she was 14 years old, that she wanted to become a chef.

After graduating from the Art Institute of Philadelphia and completing a formative internship in the Disney Culinary Program, she moved to the DC area to begin a fruitful culinary career. Over the last 16 years, she worked her way up through various chef and assistant positions to take on managerial and executive chef roles. She sees the Executive Chef position at Strathmore as an opportunity to break away from the conventional and engage in cultural expression through cuisine. In serving the Strathmore community, she says, “I can direct my strong instincts and incredible energy into doing meaningful work.” Not only does she draw from her personal roots in the Southern US, African, and mid-Atlantic cuisine, but she also skillfully incorporates cultural elements from the diverse performances that Strathmore presents.

Chef LaTasha also plans to foster an environment of motivation, creativity, and community in her kitchen. “Having respect for self and the atmosphere as well as the other workers in the kitchen is important to building a strong culinary team.” Her inclusive and energetic leadership style is sure to instill a sense of welcome and belonging, for her staff and patrons.

Margot Schulman

Executive Chef LaTasha Stevenson

EXPECT GREAT TASTE

When attending a show at Strathmore, patrons can now expect the Allegro Kitchen to serve up thoughtfully curated fare, inspired by the season and tailored to the performance. For example, Chef LaTasha worked with Persian singer Dariush and his team to curate a menu featuring rosemary-garlic lamb chops with pita, hummus, and tabbouleh, and Persian Love Cake for dessert. The Allegro Kitchen will also regularly feature action stations where delicious dishes are whipped up before your eyes. One night, diners may witness kitchen staff serving slow-braised pulled pork while frying brussels sprouts and crispy onions. Another night, a creamy vegetarian risotto bar will invite patrons to garnish with toppings of their choice, including parmesan cheese, sautéed mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and more. The Music Center bars, along with the usual offerings of beer and wine, will also feature cocktails and other items specifically selected for each show. As the season continues, the menu and offerings will expand to create even more delicious options for patrons.

At AMP, guests can treat themselves to various small plates and desserts on a consistent, carefully chosen menu. The 144-seat lounge, which has recently been revamped to allow extra space and comfort for guests, offers fresh tastes ranging from a chopped, baby kale

and quinoa salad to heirloom tomatoes and mozzarella or a gorgeous cheese and fruit platter with honeycomb. Pair with wine, a cocktail, or a local, craft beer. More than ever, the culinary experience will make AMP a one-stop shop for an evening at Pike & Rose.

Brides, grooms, and business meeting planners will also get to benefit from Chef LaTasha’s culinary creativity. Strathmore Culinary Arts will provide customized, onsite catering for weddings, milestone celebrations, and other private events in Strathmore spaces.

Strathmore is delighted to offer a redesigned dining experience to patrons that will not only provide the convenience of having a meal in-house before a show, but also a delicious, high-quality menu that is crafted with care and intentionality for each performance. Dinner and a show never sounded so good!

Visit Strathmore.org/Dining

Jim Saah

Jim Saah

Jim Saah

(RE)DISCOVER AMP

With a great line-up of artists and fresh new menu, AMP is sure to become your favorite spot for a night out!

If you’re a fan of jazz, roots, and global music, don’t miss the reimagined experience at AMP by Strathmore in North Bethesda’s Pike & Rose neighborhood. Placing a premium on authentic live music experiences, the 144-seat lounge brings together great music and creative cuisine.

With a more spacious seating arrangement, delicious menus, and an exciting new lineup, AMP is open and better than ever—showcasing artists that will truly take advantage of the ambiance and intimacy of the penthouse listening room.

Headlining the stage this season are jazz musicians Loston Harris, crooning the night away with selections from the Great American Songbook, and Halie Loren, the singer-songwriter with smooth vocals and sophisticated lyrics. Taking the stage in December is folk singer Anna Egge, who recently released a virtual, two-sided single that Rufus Wainwright called “beautiful” and Anais Mitchell hailed as “Perfect!!! Incredible.” For a global sound, experience Connecting the Dots, featuring a trio of Artist in Residence (AIR) alums combining their talents for a night of international fusion.

In addition to the amazing touring artists that will be on stage, AMP is now home to the incredibly talented cohort of the 2023 AIR class, who will perform each month from January through June.

AMP menus are curated by new Executive Chef LaTasha Stevenson. Dining options are fresh, sustainable, and sharable, including “jazzy” crab salsa, poco chicken salad bites, and delectable desserts. Menus are paired with innovative cocktails, wine, and local craft beers. Patrons can once again enjoy a truly “audible, edible” experience and great new music right at Pike & Rose!

Visit Strathmore.org/AMP

Imijination Photography Jason Hornick

NATALY MEREZHUK’S JAZZ ON BONES ALBUM RELEASE

Fri, Dec 2

Merezhuk, classical violinistturned-jazz frontwoman, leads a quartet with her playful and skilled improvisation.

ANA EGGE

Thu, Dec 8

A performer with roots in Americana and folk, Egge experiments with her sound and stays on the cutting edge of two genres.

CONNECTING THE DOTS WITH JOSANNE FRANCIS, CHAO TIAN & TITILAYO AYANGADE CELLO, CHINESE DULCIMER, STEELPAN

Fri, Dec 9

This exploratory performance project, focused on artistic fundamentals, features a unique combination of steelpan, Chinese dulcimer, and cello.

KAKI KING

MODERN

YESTERDAYS

Thu, Feb 2

Kaki King deconstructs and redefines the boundaries of guitar through technique, imagination, and boundless humanity.

LOSTON HARRIS TRIO

LOSTON HARRIS, piano & vocals

GIANLUCA RENZI, acoustic bass

MIKE LEE, tenor saxophone

Thu, Feb 16

Pianist and vocalist Harris leads this classic American jazz trio in swinging arrangements of timeless standards.

HALIE LOREN

Fri, Feb 24

Internationally acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter Loren performs original repertoire with influences from across the globe.

MARK LETTIERI GROUP

Fri, Mar 3

Grammy-winning guitarist Lettieri is a one-time member of Snarky Puppy who has gone on to create a lively body of solo and collaborative work.

New shows will be announced January 12!

Bob Williams

Shervin

Lainez

Devon

Rowland

Ebru Yildiz

Roberto Serrini

Jonathan Timmes

Rachel Cooperstein

Margot Schulman

Hunter Selman

Jim Saah

Imijination Photography

Jim Saah

Meet the Class of 2023

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Program

Hear directly from the 18th class of emerging talent, supported by Strathmore’s mission to nurture artists and help them master their crafts through professional development and extensive performing opportunities.

All concerts at AMP All workshops in The Mansion

ERIN MURPHY SNEDECOR

Innovative cellist & composer

Supported in part by Richard & Melba Reichard , Ava Kaufman, and Victoria J. Perkins

Concerts Jan 11 & 25 Workshop Jan 18

Career Highlight

In 2020, I released an album of original compositions under the moniker Zooxanthellae, the product of five years of experimentation with electronics, songwriting practice, and soul searching.

College

I went to Ithaca College for my bachelor’s degree, drawn to that school because the students were so excited to be there, and the cello studio was so tight knit. I came back home to attend the University of Maryland, College Park. After my audition, one of the cello professors reached out to me directly and said, “Your technique is awful. You have so much music to make, and you are holding yourself back. Come work with me and we’ll fix it!” I so appreciated his candidness, and I knew I needed a teacher that was going to tell it like it is.

Inspiration

My musical career is an obsession! Making music makes me feel better about, and more aware of, the world. I’d like to think it makes me a better, more compassionate person for others. I want the music I make and ensembles I work with to be sources of community in our area, and I think small-scale work is really important.

KEVIN ELAM

Irish traditional vocalist & multi-instrumentalist

Supported in part by Hope Eastman & Allen Childs , Dale Rosenthal & Michael Cutler , and Linda & Van Hubbard Concerts Feb 8 & 22 Workshop Feb 15

Career Highlight

I won first place in Men’s English Singing at the 2019 All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil music festival.

Inspiration

Andy Irvine is a brilliant singer, multi-instrumentalist, founding member of Planxty and a driving force in Irish traditional music for decades.

Getting Started

I took piano lessons when I was five and sang in choirs from my elementary school days. In high school, I played saxophone in jazz band and bass drum in drumline, and I picked up guitar to learn all my favorite rock and heavy metal riffs! My mom noticed me noodling on a recorder and bought me a cheap tin whistle. I began to learn tunes, by ear, from bands like Lunasa, Danu, Planxty, and the Bothy Band. At George Mason University, I met a handful of other musicians who introduced me to the wider world of Irish and Scottish traditional music.

supported in part by Cathy Bernard/Bernard Family Foundation

Strathmore graciously thanks our Artist in Residence Champions for their multi-year commitment and above-and-beyond support to the AIR program. In-kind support provided by

DOMINIQUE BIANCO

Multifaceted jazz vocalist

Supported in part by Ellen & Michael Gold , Karen Deasy, and Carolyn & Martin Shargel

Concerts March 8 & 22 Workshop March 15

Career Highlight

I won Undergraduate College Outstanding Performance for Jazz Soloist in Downbeat magazine’s 2022 Student Music Awards; the first in 10 years for a George Mason University student, where I recently earned a bachelor of music in jazz studies, with a minor in music technology.

Inspiration

I’m constantly learning from Ella Fitzgerald’s humility and kindness. She gave so much joy to the world through her music, and I only want to create music that expresses empathy, humanity, uplifts other people, and has the absence of ego.

CONNOR HOLRIDGE

Guitarist & composer inhabiting unique musical niches

Supported in part by Karen Lefkowitz & Al Neyman, Margaret McDowell, and Myrna Sislen

Concerts April 12 & 26 Workshop April 19

Career Highlight

I most often play manouche and straight-ahead jazz repertoire. My biggest career highlight is getting to perform with Duved Dunayevsky [a Paris-based guitarist, composer, and band leader] at An Die Musik [a classical, jazz and world music concert venue] in Baltimore.

Inspiration

I’m a big fan of Thelonious Monk, and I am also influenced by musicians such as Harold Land, Clarence White, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Django Reinhardt is a big inspiration to me. In addition to overcoming a severe physical handicap and many tragedies, to continue making his music, Django took many high risks in his life and gave everything he had to his friends and family. His compositions and guitar solos have always spoken to me, yet I’ve been trying to understand them since I was 15 years old.

JO PALMER

Multi-genre drummer in jazz, rock, and more

Supported in part by Bayo & Funke Oyewole and Dr. J. Alberto Martinez & Anna Pigotti

Concerts May 10 & 24 Workshop May 17

Purpose

Striving to be my full and honest self, music is the medium that I use to express myself—while searching for the explanation of who I am—where I come from, and why I’m here.

Inspiration

In the UK jazz scene, I like artists like Yussef Dayes and Mansur Brown, for the way they’re interpreting and pushing improvisational music. Also, Dreamville Records is home to Earthgang, Lute, and JID. The label has created a space for its artists to work together and create music that is conceptual and sound that speaks to your mind, body, and soul.

JOSHUA JENKINS

Exploratory instrumentalist in jazz and beyond

Supported in part by Daniel & Sarah Gallagher , HelenLouise Pettis , and Art & Tina Lazerow Concerts June 14 & 28 Workshop June 21

Career Highlight

I recently performed at Blues Alley with vocalist Taisha Estrada and others. It was an unbelievable privilege to make music on that historic stage and to play the same piano that so many legendary musicians (Chick Corea, Ahmad Jamal, Eddie Palmieri, Danilo Perez, etc.) have played on.

Inspiration

When I was in high school, I had a desire to work in international diplomacy, promoting peace negotiations between countries. I believe that the desire to make the world a better place through peace also led me to music! I have always been inspired by the message, musicianship, and example of Stevie Wonder. The love, respect, and universal harmony projected through his music is a major influence in my decision to become a professional musician. I’m also inspired by Leonard Bernstein, through his conducting work, but mainly as a result of his lecturing, he has profoundly inspired me and my conception of music.

ARTS & SOCIAL JUSTICE FELLOWSHIP

by Maya Lee

In 2022, the Arts & Social Justice Fellowship celebrated its first cohort of young leaders working at the intersection of the arts and social change. The 2023 class brings together a new wave of bright young minds to learn and grow as artist-activists in their community.

Students who participate in the fellowship develop leadership skills, connect with networks of other students and arts professionals, and grow their capacity to drive projects from start to finish. They will attend performances that center around social justice topics across different performance venues, including Voices of Mississippi at the Music Center on Saturday, February 4, and The Jungle at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company on Tuesday, March 28, allowing them to experience how professional artists are using art as a form of activism.

This year, the fellows will have the opportunity to meet with Toshi Reagon, co-creator of Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower opera, which Strathmore co-presented with Woolly Mammoth last spring and will present again in June. Reagon

will discuss how she combines her values with her artistry to create social change.

Encouraging them to prioritize process over product, Strathmore has created a supportive environment for the fellows to experiment as they evolve their artistic practice. “It is incredibly powerful to watch students expand their sense of themselves as powerful artistactivists through community with their peers, study of inspiring art, and creative exploration of their ideas. We feel lucky to get to witness these students’ talent and passion,” explains Strathmore’s Vice President of Education & Community Engagement Lauren Campbell. With mentorship from program facilitators and financial support from the organizing institutions, fellows will develop individual or group projects that reflect what they have learned and showcase them at the close of the program.

“We are thrilled to support the next generation of artist-activists and culture creators committed to using their imagination and creativity to disrupt and dismantle systems of oppression, in pursuit of a more just world for all,” says Woolly Mammoth Connectivity Director/Associate Artistic Director, Kristen Jackson.

Student applications for the 2023 fellowship class are being reviewed now. For information, visit Strathmore.org/fellowship.

The program is made possible, in part, with generous support from Dr. Deborah M. Smith and the Dr. Allen A.B. Herman Fund.

Youth at the intersection of arts and social change.

Photos by Jim Saah

MUSIC IN THE MANSION

Intimate performances are back with a season full of returning favorites and exciting new sounds.

All concerts take place at 6:30pm and 8:30pm in The Mansion.

MERZ TRIO

Thu, Jan 26

Virtuosic, imaginative strings and piano.

SYBARITE5

Thu, Feb 2

Vivacious string quintet.

MEDITATION ON HILDEGARD

AMANDA GOOKIN, CELLO & SINGING BOWLS

Thu, Feb 16

Musically-driven meditation on essential woman composers.

PARDON MY FRENCH!

Thu, March 9

New Orleans-based vintage French jazz band.

THE ATLANTIC REED CONSORT

EMILY FOSTER, OBOE BROOKE EMERY, CLARINET JEREMY KOCH, SAXOPHONE JOHN ROMANO, BASS CLARINET EDDIE SANDERS, BASSOON

Thu, March 16

Cutting edge reed quintet.

ELENA URIOSTE & TOM POSTER

Thu, March 30

Collaborative jukebox chamber music.

BOYD MEETS GIRL

Thu, April 6

Eclectic selections on cello and classical guitar.

RACHEL BARTON PINE

APPEARS BY ARRANGEMENT WITH MKI ARTISTS

Thu, April 13

Boundary-defying violin.

Support for Music in the Mansion provided by

JEN SHYU

FERTILE

LAND, FERTILE BODY SOLO WORK IN PROGRESS

Thu, April 27

New frontiers of solo, vocal-instrumental performance.

CHRISTINA COURTIN

Thu, May 4

Wide-ranging, heartfelt vocal compositions.

KERRY WILKERSON & DANIELLE TALAMANTES

AT THAT HOUR: ART SONGS BY HENRY DEHLINGER

Thu, May 18

Poignant poetry in rich vocal settings.

QUINTETO

Thu, May 25

LATINO

Classical wind quintet performing Latin works.

Boyd Meets Girl by Jiyang Chen, Pardon My French!, Rachel Barton Pine by Lisa-Marie Mazzucco, Jen Shyu by Daniel Reichert

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

Sat, Nov 19–Sat, Jan 7

89TH ANNUAL FINE ART IN MINIATURE

More than 700 mini masterpieces travel from across the globe for this juried exhibition.

Perspective

JACK BOUL

JEAN HIRONS

Boul has been one of the premiere artists in the DC area, known for a poetic sensibility in his oil paintings and monotypes. Hirons captures nature’s divine moments up and down the Mid-Atlantic region in vibrant pastel. Strathmore continues our tradition of featuring artists connected to the region in our Perspective series.

ART AHEAD

Sat, Jan 14–Sat, March 11

THE COMPASS ATELIER THESIS EXHIBITION

The Compass Atelier trains professional artists through its Master Artist Program under the direction of artist Glen Kessler. This year’s graduates demonstrate a broad range of powerful and personal work reflecting both the dedication to artistic growth and achievement in oil painting.

HERE WE SHOW AGAIN

52 O STREET STUDIOS

A celebration of creativity and a resilient artist community.

Generous support for the Invitational Gallery exhibitions is provided by HelenLouise Pettis.

MANSION HOURS

Tuesday–Saturday: 12–4pm

Sunday–Monday: CLOSED

Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day

WINTER HOURS BEGINNING

JANUARY 14:

Tuesday–Friday: 12–4pm

Saturday: 10am–3pm

Sunday–Monday: CLOSED

AFTERNOON TEA IN THE MANSION

Enjoy Afternoon Tea in the warm atmosphere of The Mansion at Strathmore. The sounds of local musicians fill the room as you sip Strathmore’s Signature Blend Tea, made specially by Master Tea Blender John Harney, and lunch on light delectable tea savories. Treat yourself, family, and friends to this lovely respite.

A pre-paid, non-refundable reservation is required by calling 301.581.5108.

Specialty Tea: $32 / Specialty Tea & Talk: $35.

Teas begin at 1pm and onsite parking is available in The Mansion parking lot.

Please visit Strathmore.org/tea for current listings and availability. They sell out quickly, so make your reservation today.

Enveloped by Kara Allen, In Chinatown by Jean Hirons, Girl with Silver Rings by Michael W. Coe

WHAT THE WATER GIVES US

Allison Miller’s In Our Veins: Rivers and Social Change

by Mary Murdock & Maya Lee

What happens when we open our eyes to the ecology that is all around us? Composer and drummer Allison Miller contemplates this question with her 75-minute jazz suite, In Our Veins: Rivers and Social Change. This compelling piece is accompanied by improvisational cinematography by Todd Winkler and tap dance by Claudia Rahardjanoto. Miller draws inspiration from five major American rivers the James, Delaware, Potomac, Hudson, and Susquehanna to subtly call the audience to notice the bodies of water they see every day.

TRANSLATING THE MUSIC OF THE RIVER

Throughout Miller’s career, she has experimented with different ways to pull influences from the natural world into her playing. In observing rivers closely, Miller found patterns and qualities that she incorporated into her work. “[My band and I] hung out on the banks of the Susquehanna River. I hunched down and watched the flow of the river, and felt that, on the sides, the water was flowing faster, and in the middle, it’s flowing slower.” She found that although the percussive nature of drums and the fluid motion of a river may seem to be at odds, she was able to pull stylistic and rhythmic influence from the flow of the water. She also noticed that the unpredictability of rivers mimics improvisational jazz. Miller draws from the push-and-pull of the river currents for purposeful irregularity in her jazz rhythms.

NOTICING OUR ENVIRONMENT

Commissioned by the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation, In Our Veins explores more than just the beauty that our rivers hold; it also examines themes of conservation and the relationship between rivers and our own lives. “There is so much life that is happening under the water and just outside of the water, and we need to protect that,” remarks Miller. In her music, Miller not only draws from the ecology and natural elements of the rivers, but also the human intertwinement with

these aquatic ecosystems. For example, one movement, “Shipyards,” juxtaposes the river with the metallic, sharp sounds of industry that brought about so much change in the landscape surrounding the rivers.

“Potomac” pays homage to the historical significance of American rivers as locations of change and progress. For this movement, Miller drew influence from the internationally broadcasted performance of opera singer Marian Anderson at the Lincoln Memorial that occurred under the Roosevelt administration. Ultimately, the piece highlights the inextricable relationship between humans, politics, and our waterways. “I think [In Our Veins] does open up people’s minds,” reflects Miller. “I don’t think you could see the piece and not, the next morning, notice all of your waterways as you go to work, and feel closer to nature.”

The cast of In Our Veins.

ENGAGING THE SENSES

In her process of creating In Our Veins, Miller began with just a musical piece. However, she felt compelled to build the work out in other dimensions. “I had the aural motion,” she notes, “but I wanted visual motion. I wanted this music to feel cinematic.” So, Miller collaborated with video designer Winkler and tap dancer Rahardjanoto to turn her music into a multimedia production with many interwoven movements. Each of the artists fit perfectly into the improvisational spirit of the piece.

Miller said she firmly believes that music and dance are meant to be together and that the spirit of jazz lies in movement. Between the rhythmic elements inherent in tap and her dynamic movements, Rahardjanoto serves as a bridge between the aural and visual impacts of the piece. Rahardjanoto is both a dancer

and a musician, blending into the performance as an additional member of the band. At the same time, Winkler uses what Miller calls “a treasure chest of visual components.” Also a musician, he improvises along with the band to project visuals of the rivers along with a live feed of Rahardjanoto. What results is a balanced, multimedia experience that unifies the senses and fully immerses the audience into the wonders of these great American waterways.

This program is part of a multi-year examination of the environment through artistic expression and is made possible, in part, through the generous support of Kathleen Knepper.

Fri, Feb 10 MUSIC CENTER

Be on the lookout for Miller’s album of the same name. Get your tickets today at Strathmore.org.

Miller playing the drums on stage.

ARTIST CONNECTIONS

In addition to incorporating social messages into her music, Miller frequently collaborates with other artists who share her passion for using their artistic platform to uplift messages of social change. Miller has a history of working alongside Toshi Reagon, author of the operatic retelling of Octavia E. Butler’s Afrofuturist masterpiece, Parable of the Sower. “Working with Toshi is like going to church,” Miller laughs. “You are at a gathering, and when you leave that gathering, you have a renewed spirit for activism and purpose in life.” Parable of the Sower returns to Strathmore Wednesday, June 28–Saturday, July 1, 2023.

ALLISON MILLER

Strathmore Presents ALLISON MILLER PRESENTS IN OUR VEINS: RIVERS AND SOCIAL CHANGE

Susan Alzner

The cast of In Our Veins performing live as water projections play on screen.

WINTER CALENDAR

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra THE GODFATHER IN CONCERT

Sarah Hicks, conductor

Thu, Dec 1, 8pm

BSO performs Nino Rota’s score from The Godfather in this screening led by Sarah Hicks. Brought to you by CineConcerts.

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Strathmore Presents NATALY MEREZHUK’S JAZZ ON BONES

ALBUM RELEASE

Fri, Dec 2, 8pm

Merezhuk, classical violinist turned-jazz frontwoman, leads a quartet with her playful and skilled improvisation.

AMP

CityDance Conservatory CREATING THE MAGIC

Sat, Dec 3 & 17, 7pm

Sun, Dec 4, 11 & 18, 2pm

Sun, Dec 11, 6pm

Celebrate the season with CityDance Conservatory’s annual holiday show featuring a variety of classical works and new contemporary choreography.

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Young Artists of America at Strathmore  FRANK WILDHORN’S WONDERLAND

Sat, Dec 3, 7pm

A modern-day Alice in Wonderland story, featuring 140 performers from YAAOrchestra, YAACompany, and YAAjunior. Music by Wildhorn, lyrics by Jack Murphy, and new symphonic orchestrations by Kim Scharnberg.

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Strathmore Presents SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR HOPE—IT’S BEEN A LONG TIME COMING

Tue, Dec 6, 8pm

The Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir commemorates the South African Freedom Movement with a blend of African gospel, freedom songs, and international classics.

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Strathmore Presents CONNECTING THE DOTS WITH JOSANNE FRANCIS, CHAO TIAN & TITILAYO AYANGADE

CELLO, CHINESE DULCIMER, STEELPAN

Fri, Dec 9, 8pm

This exploratory performance project, focused on artistic fundamentals, features a unique combination of steelpan, Chinese dulcimer, and cello.

AMP

Outside Presenter RYAN ADAMS

Thu, Dec 8, 8pm

Praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters” (Spin), the seven-time Grammy-nominated artist is widely known for his powerful live performances and his ability to connect with audiences across a variety of different mediums.

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Strathmore Presents ANA EGGE

Thu, Dec 8, 8pm

A performer with roots in Americana and folk, Egge experiments with her sound and stays on the cutting edge of two genres.

AMP

National Philharmonic SARAH CHANG WESTSIDE STORY & ROMEO + JULIET

Piotr Gajewski, conductor

Fri, Dec 9, 8pm

Maestro Gajewski conducts Tchaikovsky’s “Fantasy Overture” from Romeo and Juliet, Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet, and Bernstein’s West Side Story Suite, featuring violinist Chang.

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Outside Presenter WASHINGTON BACH CONSORT THE CHRISTMAS STORY: BACH’S CHRISTMAS

ORATORIO

Sat, Dec 10, 7pm

As a cherished tradition, the holiday simply isn’t complete without experiencing this joyful, timeless performance of Bach’s telling of the Nativity.

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Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras of Strathmore SYMPHONIC ESSENCE

Sun, Dec 11, 2pm & 7pm Come hear our young artists perform works by Wagner, Vivaldi, Mozart, Bizet, Coleridge-Taylor, Soon-Hee Newbold, and many more.

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CITYDANCE AT STRATHMORE

CityDance is the official dance partner of Strathmore.

CityDance, an award-winning dance organization, offers classes and training for all ages at all stages through its two educational divisions—CityDance Studios and CityDance Conservatory CityDance Studios delivers quality dance education through enriching dance classes, programs, and workshops for kids, teens, and adults, cultivating lifelong passion for the art form. CityDance Conservatory, developing the next generation of dance artists and innovators, provides top-tier pre professional and professional training to students with the talent, drive, and ambition to pursue dance in their college and professional careers. Graduates enter the country’s most prestigious dance colleges, summer programs, festivals, apprenticeships, and companies.

INQUIRY@CITYDANCE.NET | 301.581.5204 CITYDANCE.NET

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC

NatPhil’s 2022–2023 season features something for every kind of music lover! Violinist Sarah Chang joins the NatPhil Orchestra and Maestro Piotr Gajewski on December 9 for Bernstein’s West Side Story Suites, paired with Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Overture and Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet Suite for a star-crossed celebration of symphonic works. The NatPhil Orchestra & Chorale return to the Strathmore stage on December 17 and 18 for annual performances of Handel’s Messiah, conducted by Chorale Artistic Director Stan Engebretson and joined by Kearstin Piper Brown (soprano), Lucia Bradford (mezzo soprano), Norman Shankle (tenor), and Jorell Williams (baritone). Begin the new year with Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 and Alberto Ginastera’s Milena, with guest soloist Danielle Talamantes (soprano) conducted by Maestro Gajewski on January 14. On February 3, NatPhil celebrates Rachmaninoff’s 150th Birthday with Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, performed by pianist Claire Huangci under the director of Maestro Gajewski. Beloved pianist and friend of NatPhil, Brian Ganz, returns on February 25 to continue his quest to complete the catalogue of Chopin, joined by cellist Carter Brey and NatPhil Concertmaster Laura Colgate. See you in The Music Center!

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Strathmore Presents POSTMODERN JUKEBOX A VERY POSTMODERN CHRISTMAS

Tue, Dec 13, 8pm

Join Scott Bradlee and friends for a nostalgic night of vintagestyle holiday classics with a contemporary twist!

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National Philharmonic HANDEL’S MESSIAH

Stan Engebretson, conductor

Sat, Dec 17, 8pm

Sun, Dec 18, 3pm

Orchestra and Chorale combine, with special guest artists.

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Strathmore Presents THE HIP HOP NUTRACKER WITH GUEST MC KURTIS BLOW

Mon–Thu, Dec 19–22, 8pm Tchaikovsky’s classic score meets explosive hip-hop choreography in this holiday mash-up the whole family will flip for.

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Outside Presenter BALLET THEATRE OF UKRAINE SWAN LAKE

Wed, Dec 14, 7:30pm

The Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Swan Lake—a romantic tale of a heroic young prince working to free the beautiful swan maiden from an evil spell.

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Strathmore Presents VIRTUAL CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS WITH COMMUNITY BUILDING ARTWORKS

Thu, Dec 15, Jan 19, Feb 16, 7pm

Contemporary authors offer perspectives on their craft and guide participants through a series of writing prompts.

ONLINE

Strathmore Children’s Chorus WITH BELLS ON

Thu, Dec 15, 7:30pm Celebrate the music of the holidays and diverse cultures with SCC and the Virginia Bronze handbell ringing ensemble.

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Outside Presenter THE WASHINGTON CHORUS A CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS

Fri, Dec 16, 8pm

Fri, Dec 23, 11am Jingle all the way! Join these two-time Grammy winners for a festive, family holiday concert like nothing else.

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra LOUIS LORTIE PLAYS CHOPIN

Mario Venzago, conductor

Thu, Jan 5, 8pm

Swedish conductor Venzago leads the BSO in a program of lush journeys including Rossini’s Overture to William Tell and Schumann’s Symphony No. 3, “Rhenish.” Louis Lortie joins the Orchestra to perform Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1

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Strathmore Presents SENSORY-FRIENDLY BACKSTAGE TOURS

Sat, Jan 7, 11am

Young people with autism or sensory sensitivities are invited to come backstage at the Concert Hall for a small-group tour. Stand on the stage, see the artists’ green rooms, learn about how the lights and sound work, and much more in this free, educational tour.

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Handel’s Messiah

Cheryl Mann

Marvin Contessi

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra BSO POPS

REVOLUTION:

THE MUSIC OF THE BEATLES.

A SYMPHONIC EXPERIENCE.

Jack Everly, conductor Thu, Jan 12, 8pm

Experience the music of The Beatles like never before in this showcase featuring rare photos and behind-the-scenes access to the band in its prime.

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National Philharmonic MAHLER’S SYMPHONY NO. 4

Piotr Gajewski, conductor Sat, Jan 14, 8pm

An evening of unique compositions, including Alberto Ginatera’s Milena, featuring soprano Danielle Talamantes, and Mahler’s Fourth.

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Strathmore Presents EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION

Thu, Jan 19, 7pm

Mix and mingle with artists and art lovers to celebrate the opening of new exhibitions.

MANSION

Strathmore & BSO Present BSO MUSIC BOX SNOWFLAKES ON PARADE

Co-presented by Strathmore and Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with Levine Music Sat, Jan 21, 10 & 11:30am

Interactive family concerts. What fun it is to frolic in a beautiful winter wonderland of fluffy snow!

AMP

Strathmore Presents WEDDING OPEN HOUSE

Sat, Jan 21, 10am–2pm

Tour the venue and enjoy delicious bites and cocktails from Strathmore Culinary Arts and preferred caterers. Special rates available for booking an event during the open house!

MANSION

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

CONLON CONDUCTS THE VERDI REQUIEM

James Conlon, conductor

Sat, Jan 21, 8pm

Artistic Advisor Conlon brings potent new insight to Verdi’s Requiem, a musical meditation on faith and perseverance.

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Strathmore Presents MERZ TRIO

Thu, Jan 26, 6:30 & 8:30pm Violin, cello, and piano come together to put the traditional in conversation with contemporary experimentation.

MANSION

YAA’S SEASON OF PREMIERES!

Join Young Artists of America (YAA) at Strathmore for a season of premiere productions.

WONDERLAND

Youth Premiere

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra OFF THE CUFF SHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO. 5

Eva Ollikainen, conductor Fri, Jan 27, 8pm

Finnish conductor Ollikainen conducts Shostakovich’s transcendent Fifth Symphony Learn more about the music at a post concert Q&A.

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Strathmore Presents MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT BEING ALIVE WITH ADAM BED-DAVID ON PIANO

Sat, Jan 28, 8pm

The legendary actor, singer, and storyteller performs his favorites from Broadway and beyond.

MUSIC CENTER

Sat, Dec 3, 7pm

A modern-day Alice in Wonderland by Frank Wildhorn, featuring YAAOrchestra, YAACompany, and YAAjunior

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THE LEGACY OF HAL PRINCE

World Premiere

Sat, Apr 1, 7pm

Celebrating music from Hal Prince’s 70-year career, including: West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, and more! Featuring YAAOrchestra, YAACompany, and YAAjunior

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XANADU JR.

Fri, May 19, 8pm

The 80s cult classic, featuring YAAjunior. AMP

PLUS, musical theatre classes and our awardwinning Summer Performing Arts Intensives camp!

YAA.ORG

Music Center Mansion AMP Community Education

Joan Marcus

OUR DEFINING BELIEF

The arts are as primal as nature and as essential as love. They reflect our humanity, help us understand, connect, empathize, and grow. We must ensure that they remain vibrant and that everyone has access to them.

OUR VISION

We are a bridge to a more conscious, connected, artsinfused world.

OUR MISSION

We amplify distinctive and diverse artistic voices and curate experiences to enrich every life and shape stronger communities.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra FLORENCE PRICE & SHOSTAKOVICH

Eva Ollikainen, conductor Sun, Jan 29, 3pm

Michelle Cann, a leader in the revival of Florence Price’s long-overlooked canon, performs the composer’s action-packed concerto. Shostakovich’s transcendent Fifth Symphony closes the program.

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Strathmore Presents SYBARITE5

Thu, Feb 2, 6:30 & 8:30pm

Sybarite5 breathes life into chamber music, performing new works by living composers, vivid string arrangements of popular music, and more.

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra DVOŘÁK CELLO

CONCERTO

Kwamé Ryan, conductor

Thu, Feb 2, 8pm

The sensitive and charismatic, young Spaniard Pablo Ferrández brings out all the passion and earthy folk music embedded within Dvorˇák’s Cello Concerto.

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Strathmore Presents KAKI KING

MODERN YESTERDAYS

Thu, Feb 2, 8pm

Kaki King deconstructs and redefines the boundaries of guitar through technique, imagination, and boundless humanity.

AMP

National Philharmonic RACHMANINOFF’S 150TH BIRTHDAY

Piotr Gajewski, conductor

Fri, Feb 3, 7:30pm

Two of the Romanticera, Russian composer’s quintessential works, Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, featuring pianist Claire Huangci.

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Strathmore Presents VOICES OF MISSISSIPPI

Sat, Feb 4, 8pm

Through storytelling, song, archival footage, and images, this immersive multimedia experience celebrates Mississippi history as explored by the work of Dr. William Ferris.

MUSIC CENTER

Strathmore Presents LOSTON HARRIS TRIO

LOSTON HARRIS, PIANO & VOCALS

GIANLUCA RENZI, ACOUSTIC BASS

MIKE LEE, TENOR, SAXOPHONE

Thu, Feb 16, 8pm

Pianist and vocalist Harris leads this classic American jazz trio in swinging arrangements of timeless standards.

AMP

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra MARIN CONDUCTS TITAN

Marin Alsop, conductor Sat, Feb 18, 8pm

Mahler’s First Symphony was originally conceived as Titan: A Tone Poem in Symphony Form. Alsop returns to conduct the game-changing work.

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Strathmore Presents ALLISON MILLER PRESENTS

IN OUR VEINS: RIVERS & SOCIAL CHANGE

Fri, Feb 10, 8pm

Generously sponsored, in part, by Kathleen Knepper Miller is the drummer and composer behind this exploration of five American rivers, accompanying tap dancers and captivating visual elements with her band Boom Tic Boom.

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra MARVEL STUDIO’S BLACK PANTHER LIVE IN CONCERT

Anthony Parnther, conductor Sat, Feb 11, 8pm

Hear Ludwig Göransson’s score from the Marvel Studios blockbuster screened live. ©Marvel

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Strathmore Presents MEDITATION ON HILDEGARD

AMANDA GOOKIN, CELLO & SINGING BOWLS

Thu, Feb 16, 6:30pm & 8:30pm

Gookin elevates the work of female composers in this meditation on the music of Hildegard von Bingen and Pauline Oliveros.

MANSION

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra BSO POPS RODGERS, HART & HAMMERSTEIN

Jack Everly, conductor Thu, Feb 23, 8pm

Everly unites with Broadway’s own Mary Poppins, Ashley Brown, for an enchanting program of classic showtunes from Rodgers, Hart, and Hammerstein.

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Strathmore Presents HALIE LOREN

Fri, Feb 24, 8pm

Internationally acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter Loren performs original repertoire with influences from across the globe.

AMP

National Philharmonic AN EVENING OF CHOPIN WITH BRIAN GANZ

Sat, Feb 25, 8pm

Pianist Ganz returns to the NatPhil stage to continue his quest to perform Chopin’s complete works, joined by cellist Carter Brey and NatPhil Concertmaster Laura Colgate.

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DONORS & SUPPORTERS Thank you

Strathmore thanks the individuals and organizations who have contributed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. Their support of at least $500 and continued commitment enables us to spotlight distinctive, dynamic, and diverse artistic voices on stage, on our gallery walls, and throughout our community.

ANNUAL FUND DONORS

AARP

Anonymous (6)

Karolina and J. Tyler Anthony Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County

Nancy Balph

Cathy Bernard/Bernard Family Foundation

Robby Brewer and Connie Lohse

The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation

Clark Construction Group, LLC

Valencia Clay

Dallas Morse Coors Foundation for the Performing Arts

Gregory and Avis Dyson

Fitzgerald’s Lakeforest Toyota John and Margaret Ford

The Carl M. Freeman Foundation

Wendy Frosh

Harold Gearhart

Denise and Peter Glassman

Ted Goldstock and Tami Mark Graham Holdings Company

The Greene-Milstein Family Foundation

Edward Grossman and Rochelle Stanfield

Guilford Retirement Services

James and Sara Harris Janice Hazlehurst and Stephen Charles

Yanqiu He and Kenneth O’Brien

Steven and Louisa Hollman

A. Eileen Horan

Jane Houlihan

Terry Jacobs and Dena Baker

Tom Lansford

Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Tim Martins and Karen O’Connell

Maryland State Arts Council

Molly Matthews and Lewis Ferguson Ann McDaniel

Pam Miller

Shani Moore

R. Theodore Murphy

Lisa Muscara

Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation

Claire Reade John Sackett

Christine Shreve and Thomas Bowersox

Mary and Jim Speyer

Iris Stein Korman and Louis Korman

Chris Syllaba, Jordan Kitt’s Music Carol Trawick

U.S. Small Business Administration

CIRCLES MEMBERS

Anonymous (2) Karolina and J. Tyler Anthony Louise Appell

Welman, Peilin, and Stella Aquino Ausherman Family Foundation Bethesda Travel Center, LLC

Cathy Bernard Gary and Amy Block Mary and Gregory Bruch Jeff and Lucie Campbell Kathleen and Bill Carey Brenda and Eirik Cooper Carol and Joseph Danks Gregory and Avis Dyson Starr and Fred Ezra J. H. Gaddis

Asha M. George Ellen and Michael Gold Guilford Retirement Services Lana Halpern Julie and John Hamre Paul and Diana Hatchett Elizabeth and Joel Helke Connie Heller

Birgit Henninger Steven and Louisa Hollman A. Eileen Horan Linda and Van Hubbard Cheryl and James Grauberger Renee Iacona

Igersheim Family Charitable Foundation

Ann Jones Simpson John M. and Teri Hanna Knowles Tina and Arthur Lazerow Jill and James Lipton

Nancy and Dan Longo

Molly Matthews and Lewis Ferguson Simone and Christopher Meyer Meyers, Rodbell & Rosenbaum/ Joe Chazen Victoria Beall Muth

Phillip and Janine O’Brien

Heidi and David Onkst Dale and Anthony Pappas Marjorie Pearson and Richard Lampl Jerry and Carol Perone HelenLouise Pettis Marsha and Peter Pratt Steve and Dianne Proctor Lorraine and Barry Rogstad Janet and Michael Rowan James Sheaffer and Dale Koepenick Grace Shen

Steven and Donna Shriver Fran and Richard Silbert Jeffrey Slavin

Leon and Deborah Snead Stephen and Tanya Spano J. James Spinner and Karen Rinta-Spinner M. Alexander Stiffman+ and Karen Rosenthal

Judi and Richard Sugarman Wendy and Donald Susswein Chris Syllaba/Jordan Kitt’s Music Linda and Steuart Thomsen Juanita Washington Meredith Weiser and Michael Rosenbaum Susan Wellman Steven and Irene White Patsy and Cortez White Benjamin Wu Paul A. and Peggy L. Young, NOVA Research Company Mark Zaid Pan Zheng and Yang Liu

STARS MEMBERS

Anonymous (4) Marnie Abramson and Margaret McHale Michael and Judy Ackerman Cresel and Wiley Adams Almay Alday and Otto Girr Rhoda Alderman Mary Kay and Dave Almy Richard Alperstein and Lenny Seliger Luther Ampey Steven Anzalone Ivy Baer and Marc Rothenberg Julie Bamdad

Marilyn Bate

Edith Black

Leslie and David Bloom

Anne and Brian Boyden

James and Christina Bradley Robby Brewer and Connie Lohse

Doris Brott

Kris Brown and Jonathan Coleman

Sarah Brown and Alan Gourley

Barbara Brownridge-Walsh and Thomas Walsh

Hope Brown-Saxton and Wayne Saxton

Trish and Tim Carrico

Robert Cole Bruce and Carin Cooper

Irene S. Cooperman

Lisa and Chris Cosby Kaye Craft

Christine Daily and Duane Schmidt

Judith Doctor

Paul and Maria Dragoumis Eddie and Rachel Eitches

Tomi and Gideon Epstein Howard and Susan D. Feibus Roger Feinthel

Marcia Feuerstein and Ronald Schwarz

Anthony and Wyn Fitzpatrick

Jennie Forehand and William E. Forehand, Jr. Noreen and Michael Friedman

Daniel and Sarah Gallagher

Pam Gates and Bob Schultz

Lawrence Gaulkin

Cherry and Sanford Glazer

Ted Goldstock and Tami Mark

Janet and Barry Gorman

Doris and Mark Greene

John Grigg and Ann Willis

Ellie and John Hagner

Gerri Hall and David Nickels

Kit and Ken Hall

John C. Hanson

Vicki Hawkins-Jones and Michael D. Jones

Arthur and Wilma Holmes

Carol and Larry Horn

Terry Jacobs and Dena Baker Richard Jaffe Ron Jordan Joan Jordano

DONORS

DRIVING: A METAPHOR FOR LIFE

By Noreen B. Friedman

Perhaps it is no coincidence that Strathmore member and donor HelenLouise C. Pettis spent most of her career as an arts educator/ graphic artist. Inspired by her entrepreneurial parents, who owned a successful DC catering business, HelenLouise earned a BA and an MA in art from Howard University.

Reminiscing on her youth, HelenLouise speaks enthusiastically about her first car, a previously owned sporty Jaguar XK140! Somehow this vehicle is a metaphor for the drive and passion of this spunky octogenarian whose long life has been filled with exciting turns.

From joining the Department of the Navy as a graphic artist, through a varied art career in higher education, and retiring as an administrator for the DC Public Schools, HelenLouise has enjoyed her long life’s journey.

Channeling her inner teacher, HelenLouise discovered she could fulfill her life’s purpose by investing in Strathmore programs that cultivate young artists and musicians—the Invitational Gallery at the Mansion, where she was the first artist to exhibit, and the Artist in Residence (AIR) program.

Like reaching the crossroads on an adventurous car trip, HelenLouise supports “young adults at the pivotal point in their lives and careers,” including the AIR program that mentors and showcases young talents.

With her philanthropy, she declares, “I don’t need anything in return. I do this out of the goodness of my heart. My parents were like this; they always invited my college buddies, who couldn’t be with their families, to our home for the holidays. It’s important to support each other.”

For information on how to make a difference through Strathmore, contact Heidi Onkst, Vice President of Advancement, at 301.581.5133 or honkst@strathmore.org, or visit Strathmore.org/support.

Richard and Therese Jourdenais

Jonathan Kan Belinda M. Kane

Jill and Lawrence Katz

John and Zorina Keiser

James Kilgore and Joyce Pascal-Kilgore

Liam Kimbell & Tammy Moore

Kathleen Knepper

Robert Kopera

Stephen Kramer

Shyam Krishnan

Jen and Sanjay Krishnaswamy

Tom Lansford

Darrell Lemke and Maryellen Trautman

Ellen and Stuart Lessans

Sheila Levin

Diana Locke and Robert Toense Janice and Jerome Lucas

Francis Luong

Susan Luse

Danyelle Mannix Charlene and John McClelland Nancy J. McGinness and Thomas J. Tarabrella

Jamie McIntyre

Jeff Menick

Nell Minow and David Apatoff

Kelly Mitchell

Jane and Paul Molloy Shani Moore

John Murino

Sandra and Ronnie Nichols Robert and Florence Nisbet

Glenn Nyre

Amanda and Robert Ogren

Scott Oppler and Kellie Leighton-Oppler Bayo and Funke Oyewole

Carolyn L. Pasti

Mary Pedigo and Daniel Washburn

Jania and Phil Peter Cynthia and Eliot Pfanstiehl Bo and Andrea Razak

Claire Reade

Richard and Melba Reichard Vivian Riefberg

Marylouise and Harold Roach

Christopher Robinson

Shelley and Harry Ross

Elaine and Stuart Rothenberg

Jacob Schtevie

Roger and Barbara Schwarz

Jill N. Shaffer

Mark and Merrill Shugoll

Jim Siegel and Linda Stern-Siegel

Janine Simmons and Sean Jones

Jeb Smith

Rick Sniffin and Mary Ellen Savarese

Robin and Stuart Sorkin

Lori Stapleton

David Stroop

Marlin Taylor

Marilyn and Mark Tenenbaum

Myra Turoff and Ken Weiner

Julio Valencia

Johanna H. Weekley

Nancy West

Susan and Jack Yanovski

PROJECT SPONSORS

Paul M. Angell Family Foundation

Anonymous Welman, Peilin, and Stella Aquino Asbury Methodist Village

Gerilee Bennett

Cathy Bernard/Bernard Family Foundation

Harriet and Jerome Breslow

Jonathan Cutler and Paula Parsons

Steven Michael D’Alessio and Madeline Krupenie D’Alessio

Karen Deasy

Hope Eastman and Allen Childs

Bette Eberly-Hill and John Hill

Embassy of Australia

Fitzgerald Subaru Rockville

Noreen and Michael Friedman

Donald Fuhs

Sarah and Daniel Gallagher

GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

Ellen and Michael Gold

Martha Goodman

Philip L. Graham Fund

Edward Grossman and Rochelle Stanfield

Olivia Warley Gutoff Memorial Scholarship Fund

Lana Halpern

Holly Hamilton

Julie and John Hamre

House of Musical Traditions

Linda and Van Hubbard

Allan Jaworski and Deborah Winn

Jordan Kitt’s Music

Bridget and Joseph Judge

Belinda M. Kane in memory of Mamie C. Kane

Fariba Kassiri

Ava Kaufman

Brit Kirwan

Kathleen Knepper

The Marinus and Minna B. Koster Foundation

S&R Evermay

Delia and Marvin Lang

Tina and Arthur Lazerow

Karen Lefkowitz and Al Neyman

Catherine and Isiah Leggett

Caroline and Joseph Lewis

Molly Matthews and Lewis Ferguson

MB Lewis Charitable Foundation

Margaret McDowell

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation

Middle C Music Corp

Montgomery County Collaboration Council

New England Foundation for the Arts

Bayo and Funke Oyewole

Eunice Park-Lee and John Lee

PEPCO, an Exelon Company

Victoria Perkins

HelenLouise Pettis

Jazz aficionado HelenLouise C. Pettis with saxophonist Langston Hughes II (AIR ’22) whom she was honored to support during his residency.

Richard and Melba Reichard

The Nora Roberts Foundation

Rockley Family Foundation/Jordan Kitt’s Music

Dale Rosenthal and Michael Cutler Carol Salzman and Michael Mann

Betty Scott Carolyn and Martin Shargel Silver Spring Chapter of The Links

Deborah Smith

Cassaundra and Tara Stutts Jim and Carol Trawick Foundation, Inc.

Myra Turoff and Ken Weiner The Village at Rockville Wegmans West Music WGL Holdings, Inc.

Bernard Wills Michael Wu and Ellen Stanley

IN-KIND SUPPORTERS

Timothy and Terri Deerr

Ted Goldstock, Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered Steve Hollman, Sheppard Mullin

Carolyn Leonard Martin Guitars

Rockley Family Foundation/ Jordan Kitt’s Music Seasons 52

IN MEMORIAM

Gifts were made in the memory of the following individuals.

Allison Bryant Barbara Ann Cornish Clifford Enz

Bernice Himber Maria Michejda

CON BRIO SOCIETY

The Con Brio Society honors supporters who make planned gifts, both large and small, to Strathmore through a bequest or other estate plan provision. Their thoughtful dedication provides a dependable foundation of funding to ensure the future of visual and performing arts and arts education programs.

MEMBERS

Anonymous (5)

Louise Appell

Harriet and Jerome Breslow Jeff and Amie Breslow Sharon P. Brown

John Cahill

Kathleen and Bill Carey Eleanor and Oscar Caroglanian Jonita and Richard S. Carter Irene S. Cooperman

Trudie Cushing and Neil Beskin

Steven Michael D’Alessio and Madeline Krupenie D’Alessio Doris and Mark Greene

Julie and John Hamre

Yanqiu He and Kenneth O’Brien

Connie Heller

A. Eileen Horan

Vivian and Peter Hsueh

Nicholas Krewson

David R. and Deborah S. Lambert

Richard Lampl

Tina and Arthur Lazerow Chiu and Melody Lin Diana Locke and Robert Toense

Janet L. Mahaney

Jeff Menick

Carol and Alan Mowbray

Cynthia and Eliot Pfanstiehl Lorraine and Barry Rogstad Barbara and David+ Ronis

Jill Rothman

Phyl and Ken+ Schwartz

Jill N. Shaffer

Stephen and Tanya Spano Annie S. Totah

Maryellen Trautman and Darrell Lemke

Carol Trawick

Peter Vance Treibley Myra Turoff and Ken Weiner Marty Wall

ESTATE GIFTS

Estate of Joseph and Judy Antonucci

Estate of Barbara Burtoff

Estate of Muriel Fine

Estate of Daniela S. Gerhard

Estate of Henry J. Schalizki and Robert D. Davis

Estate of Deane and John Sherman

Strathmore can share gift planning ideas that benefit you, while providing a lasting legacy for the arts. For more information, please contact Erin Phillips, Director of Donor Engagement, at 301.581.5160 or ephillips@strathmore.org.

Please note that “+” denotes that a donor is being honored posthumously.

Strathmore is grateful to our generous donors and has made every effort to ensure accuracy in our recognition. Should any contributions recognized above conflict with your personal records, please let us know by contacting donors@strathmore.org or 301.581.5145.

During this season of giving, your gift could go twice as far!

For a limited time, The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation will go above and beyond their annual support by matching all new annual fund gifts, dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $10,000.

Receiving this matching grant depends on the generosity of arts-loving patrons like you!

Your tax-deductible donation will ensure high-quality artists remain onstage at Strathmore and that everyone in our community can access them.

Gifts of all sizes make a difference. Thank you!

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