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TANGLED UP IN BLUE

Strathmore paints the town blue with a colorful celebration of music.

NEW SHOWS JUST ANNOUNCED!

Stars are buying tickets now.

WEDDINGS IN THE MANSION

What a spot to tie the knot!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS

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IN THIS ISSUE

This Just In! Shades of Blues Festival Arts and the Brain Lecture Series Saturday Family Jazz Sessions Current Visual Arts Exhibitions Married in the Mansion Fall Calendar Calendar by Genre Afternoon Tea Schedule General Information

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COVER PHOTO: John Dee Holeman by Tim Duffy INSIDE COVER PHOTOS L–R: Gerald Clayton & John Dee Holeman by Tim Duffy; Saturday Family Jazz by Jim Saah; Guacamole with a View by Jennifer Kahn Barlow; Mansion at Strathmore

STRATHMORE CABARET 2016

BLUES BASH

Sat, Oct 29 AMP

Strathmore Cabaret: Blues Bash is an exclusive night of cuisine, cocktails, and live music. Relive the days when the heart of American music was deep blue at one of the season’s most sparkling celebrations. The sublime style and unmistakable melodies of blues pioneers like Muddy Waters, Bessie Smith, and B.B. King get bold new life courtesy of Strathmore’s Artists in Residence.

Proceeds from Cabaret support Strathmore’s service to the local artist community through innovative and engaging professional development programs.

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Robert G. Brewer, Jr. Chair Karen R. Lefkowitz Vice Chair David M.W. Denton Secretary William R. Ford Treasurer Cathy Bernard Jerome W. Breslow Maria Darby Hope B. Eastman Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg Nancy Floreen Barbara Goldberg Goldman Evan Goldman Steven P. Hollman Joe Judge Fariba Kassiri William E. Kirwan Delia K. Lang Carolyn P. Leonard J. Alberto Martinez Y. Maria Martinez Ann L. McDaniel Roscoe M. Moore, Jr. DeRionne P. Pollard Donna Rattley Washington Graciela Rivera-Oven Dale S. Rosenthal John Sackett Mary K. Sturtevant

THIS JUST IN!

The following shows go on sale to the public Friday, September 23.

Strathmore Stars are buying tickets now. Become a Star today for exclusive presale access!

IN THE MUSIC CENTER

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS

ALL RISE

PRIMARY BLUES

Featuring Morgan State University Gospel Choir and the National Philharmonic

BLUES 101 FOR FAMILIES Thu, Oct 27

THE MAVERICKS

Fri & Sun, Feb 24 & 26 An epic and inspirational jazz symphony featuring the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, the National Philharmonic, and a 150-person gospel choir, All Rise is a triumphant work that crisscrosses blues, jazz, and more in 12 movements.

SLEIGH BELLS RING OUT!

DRUMLINE LIVE

Fri, Dec 2

Mon, March 6

The Mavericks’ fusion of rock ’n’ roll with the narrative power of country music, the twang of surf music, and the grooves of Latin music has earned them praise from critics and fans alike. These Grammy-winners will rock your holidays!

DRUMLine Live brings the energy and extraordinary choreography of a historically black college and university band’s halftime show to Strathmore’s stage.

Joe Martinez

Erik Sharar

This multimedia concert gives kids and adults a crash course in the blues. Alumni of Strathmore’s Artist in Residence program foster an appreciation for the iconic artists, rhythms, and history of America’s enduring musical genre.

REDISCOVERING MERCY AN EVENING WITH ANNE LAMOTT Wed, April 5

STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS THIS SHINING NIGHT

Make this annual event your family’s holiday tradition! Join the astonishingly talented Strathmore Children’s Chorus—the cream of the preprofessional musical crop— for a concert that celebrates the joys of the holiday season in song.

Sam Lamott

Tue, Dec 6

Novelist and essayist Lamott uses spirituality, self-effacing humor, and ruthless honesty to tackle life’s most challenging subjects.

Alcoholism, motherhood, religion, bereavement: Lamott doesn’t sugarcoat the sadness but tells her stories with honesty and compassion.

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BACKSTAGE WITH THE CREATORS OF SERIAL

Fri, April 28

Thu, May 11

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, original cast members of the groundbreaking Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Rent, share highlights from their careers and perform fresh arrangements of Rent’s timeless tunes in an evening that will leave you “over the moon.”

Koenig and Snyder, co-creators of the hit podcast Serial, take the audience backstage on this cultural phenomenon, tell behind-the-scenes stories, and share the ups and downs of creating a new form of modern journalism.

Sarah Koenig

Kirsten Luce

ADAM AND ANTHONY LIVE

BINGE-WORTHY JOURNALISM WITH SARAH KOENIG AND JULIE SNYDER

Julie Snyder

IN THE MANSION ERIN HARPE AND THE DELTA SWINGERS Fri, March 31 This funky blues ensemble is led by Maryland native Harpe, singer and fingerpicker extraordinaire. Harpe’s blues-drenched childhood profoundly affected her unique sonic profile.

NEW THIS YEAR!

ANNIE WU, FLUTE

WITH FENG NIU, PIANO Thu, April 6 The flutist, whose solos have been called “especially breathtaking” (San Francisco Classical Voice), makes her Mansion debut with pianist Niu.

Support for Music in the Mansion provided by

L-R: Annie Wu, Erin Harpe

Delicious dinners are available at all Music in the Mansion concerts.

Ridgewells’ convenient preconcert meals are available via pre-order and can be picked up in the Mansion prior to the concert.

AT AMP FRESH AIR

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE CLASS OF 2017 PREVIEW CONCERT Wed, Nov 30 For more than 10 years, Strathmore has proudly supported the budding careers of musicians through our highly regarded Artist in Residence (AIR) program. Join the AIR class of 2017 for their debut concert at AMP. All six class members and their mentors take the stage for an unforgettable evening of cross-genre collaboration featuring the stars of tomorrow!

New shows at AMP are announced every two weeks. Strathmore Stars can buy first!

Stay in the loop by signing up for AMP emails at www.AMPbyStrathmore.com/sign-up.

L-R: Ethan Foote and Simone Baron by Jonathan Timmes

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Meredith Heuer

THIS JUST IN!

The songs, the stories, the sidemen . . . don’t miss a single note of

Strathmore’s season-long festival celebrates the blues.

Strathmore’s Shades of Blues festival is a carefully curated, season-long exploration dedicated to sharing the blues with everyone. Strathmore believes in the power of art to heal and lift us up from life’s difficulties, and nothing does that better than the blues. As Wynton Marsalis said, “blues never lets tragedy have the last word.”

This uniquely American music sprang from humble beginnings and muddy waters to rise into a genre spanning geographic regions and linking historical eras.

Though the blues is too vast a subject to cover comprehensively, we’re proud to present this wideranging and robust exploration. From the Music Center and AMP stages to the Mansion Music Room and beyond, we’re exploring the birth and evolution of this far-reaching art form. This includes everything from teaching the techniques of blues guitar with Samuel James and blues singing with Brianna Thomas to screening two new documentaries—Sidemen: Long Road to Glory and Anacostia Delta: Home of the Great “Unknown” Guitarists—plus providing musical and historical context to enhance your enjoyment. From presenting Wynton Marsalis’ rarely performed grand opus All Rise in the Music Center to showcasing the dazzling guitar work of blues icon Chris Smither in an intimate performance at AMP, Strathmore is committed to helping you explore the rich landscape of the blues and appreciate it in wonderful new ways.

From Top: Lizz Wright by Jesse Kitt, Music Maker by Tim Duffy, Gerald Clayton, Music Center by Jim Saah, Wynton Marsalis by Joe Martinez

There are countless ways to soak in the blues this season, whether you opt for an in-depth educational event with leading national blues scholars or exciting visual interpretations in art exhibitions Rise Up and La Vie en Bleu. More than just music, Shades of Blues celebrates artistic expression and breaks down barriers.

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SHADES OF BLUES Preview event!

Preview event!

Kickoff event!

Wed, Sept 28 Best known for her mega hit “Midnight at the Oasis,” Muldaur has spent most of her career focused on what she calls “Bluesiana Music”—an electric take on the blues full of New Orleans-flavored swamp funk.

Thu, Oct 6 You may know them from their contributions to O Brother, Where Art Thou?, but the Fairfield Four have been singing a cappella gospel and preserving traditional African American spiritual singing for 95 years.

BLUES 101 FOR FAMILIES

MARIA MULDAUR

AMP

FAIRFIELD FOUR

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Preview event!

JASON MARSALIS QUARTET

Sat, Oct 8 Wynton’s younger brother Jason started drumming at age six. Now he’s a contemporary jazz all-star, playing vibraphone with his band and incorporating musical influences ranging from blues to classical.

AMP

Kickoff event!

VISUAL ARTS IN THE MANSION RISE UP

ARTWORK FROM THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN ARTISTS Sat, Sept 10–Sun, Nov 6 The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA) empowers, promotes, supports, and encourages female artists.

NAWA members are inspired by the blues in Rise Up, an examination of the transformative and celebratory emotions that occur when we overcome obstacles.

LA VIE EN BLEU

26TH ANNUAL STRATHMORE JURIED EXHIBITION Sat, Jan 7–Sun, Feb 19 From Picasso’s transformative Blue Period to Yves Klein’s dimensionless blue pigment, one particular color inspires. Artists are invited to submit works that explore their perspectives on the meaning of blue.

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SIDEMEN: LONG ROAD TO GLORY

Sun, Oct 16 The festival kicks off at AMP with film, music, and more. Dive deep into the blues with lectures on race and Delta blues from historian Gayle Dean Wardlow and author-musician Daryl Davis, live music by Little Bit A Blues featuring Warner Williams and Jay Summerour, and the DC premiere of the new documentary Sidemen.

Sidemen gives you a backstage pass to the lives and legacies of Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf band members. Stick around after the film for a discussion with Wardlow, Davis, and film director Scott Rosenbaum. Lectures and music are free with film screening ticket.

AMP

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PRIMARY BLUES

Thu, Oct 27 Join Strathmore’s Artists in Residence for a family-friendly multimedia concert covering the basics of the blues.

MUSIC CENTER

BIG HEAD BLUES CLUB FEATURING

BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS

WITH MUD MORGANFIELD, BILLY BRANCH & RONNIE BAKER BROOKS

THE SONGS OF WILLIE DIXON

Fri, Nov 11 If you’re a fan of Muddy Waters, Led Zeppelin, or the Rolling Stones, you’ve heard Dixon’s songs. Big Head Todd and the Monsters pay tribute to Dixon, a pillar of modern blues and one of the most influential songwriters of early rock ’n’ roll.

MUSIC CENTER

Preconcert lecture: Jim O’Neal, cofounder of Living Blues Magazine and research director of the Mississippi Blues Trail, provides insight into the compensation of blues legends like Memphis Slim, B.B. King, and Mamie Smith. Free with concert ticket.

ALBERT CUMMINGS

Sun, Nov 13 With a style described as a mix of “past masters like Albert King, Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Jimi Hendrix” (Bluesprint), Cummings has an explosive, soulful approach to blues.

AMP

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS

GERALD CLAYTON & THE ASSEMBLY PIEDMONT BLUES

ALL RISE

FEATURING LIZZ WRIGHT Co-commissioned by Strathmore

Sat, Dec 10 Explore blues music of the Piedmont tradition in this multimedia project featuring interviews with the oldest living generation of original blues musicians, including Boo Hanks and John Dee Holeman.

MUSIC CENTER

BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP WITH SAMUEL JAMES

Wed, Nov 16 James plays the blues with an authenticity lost in time. In this lecture and demonstration, James teaches blues guitar history and techniques, followed by a hands-on skills workshop.

MANSION

Preconcert lecture: Get a behindthe-scenes look at the creation of Piedmont Blues with Aaron Greenwald, executive director of Duke Performances and lead commissioner and producer of the project. Free with concert ticket.

Featuring Morgan State University Gospel Choir and the National Philharmonic Fri & Sun, Feb 24 & 26 The ambition and genius of Marsalis is on full display in this extraordinary homage to American music that embraces blues, jazz, classical, and world music. Don’t miss this megamusical event featuring Marsalis, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, National Philharmonic, and a 150-person gospel choir.

MUSIC CENTER

“Blues never lets tragedy have the last word” Preconcert lecture: Learn what to listen for before experiencing All Rise with Marsalis mentee and award-winning musician Damien Sneed. Free with concert ticket.

– Wynton Marsalis

SAMUEL JAMES

Thu, Nov 17 Roots musician James’ voice is full of grit and gravel. A blues guitar master, his skill has a depth and range seemingly impossible for a man with only two hands.

ANACOSTIA DELTA: HOME OF THE GREAT “UNKNOWN” GUITARISTS SNEAK PREVIEW

MANSION

CHRIS SMITHER

Sat, Feb 11 Smither has honed his signature blend of bluesy folk over five decades. A profound songwriter and blistering guitarist, this tour comes on the heels of Smither’s latest release, Still on the Levee.

AMP

Sat, Feb 25 This new documentary concert film tells the story of legendary DC guitarist Danny Gatton and the music scene he championed which still thrives today. Get a sneak peek at the documentary, meet the filmmakers and musicians, and enjoy some live music—Anacostia Delta style.

AMP

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SHADES OF BLUES SIERRA LEONE’S REFUGEE ALL-STARS

MO BLUES, MO BETTER

Sun, March 5 Sierra Leone’s Refugee All-Stars’ brand of desert blues showcases the redeeming power of music and the ability of the human spirit to persevere through unimaginable hardship and emerge with optimism intact.

Join the Strathmore Blues Club to receive special discounts on shows and cool merch, plus a commemorative festival poster. It’s free to sign up at www.strathmore.org/blues.

SHADES OF BLUES SUBSCRIPTION

AMP

Zach Smith

Get ready to go deep blue! Purchase tickets to any four Strathmore Shades of Blues performances and save 20% on tickets plus an additional 15% off Shades of Blues merchandise and special prices on concerts at AMP.

Fri, March 31 Spend an evening with this unique Boston-based Delta blues quartet as they infuse the blues with a funky beat that’s modern and exciting.

MANSION

BLUES SINGING WORKSHOP WITH BRIANNA THOMAS Music Maker 2 by Tim Duffy

LADIES SING THE BLUES

FEATURING CATHERINE RUSSELL, BRIANNA THOMAS, AND CHARENEE WADE Sat, April 8 Vocalists Russell, Thomas, and Wade channel blues pioneers Bessie Smith, Mamie Smith, Ma Rainey, and Ethel Waters.

MUSIC CENTER

Charenee Wade

ERIN HARPE AND THE DELTA SWINGERS

Go Deeper!

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS

Sat, April 8 Jazz singer Thomas leads this workshop for adults, teaching the elements of improvisation, emotional expression, and vocal color that define blues singing.

Preconcert lecture: Learn about these musical pioneers with ethnomusicologist and chair of Towson University’s Department of Music, Dr. Eileen M. Hayes. Free with concert ticket.

CORKY SIEGEL’S CHAMBER BLUES

Fri & Sat, May 26 & 27 You’ve never heard the blues like this before! Siegel, a harmonicaslinging blues master, howls over the surprising accompaniment of a string quartet. The harmonicaplaying mad scientist has crowds clamoring for more of this bluesclassical alchemy.

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Catch Corky perform with MCYO in the Music Center on Thursday, May 25!

MUSIC CENTER

VISIT STRATHMORE.ORG/BLUES FOR VIDEOS, PLAYLISTS, EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, AND TONS MORE! #STRATHMOREBLUES

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THE HEALING ARTS

Arts and the Brain lecture series showcases the power of art to promote health, healing, and wellness.

The therapeutic power of art—to comfort, to heal, to elevate quality of life—has inspired human creativity for centuries. Strathmore’s Arts and the Brain lecture series engages teachers, scholars, and artists working at the intersection of arts and health to present innovative, practical strategies for harnessing the arts to alleviate suffering and strengthen vitality.

All lectures take place Thursdays at 7:30pm in the Mansion. Tickets are $25 for each lecture (Stars $22.50).

Attend all five lectures and receive one free (a 20% discount)!

MOTIVATION FOR MANAGING CHRONIC ILLNESS Heather L. Stuckey, D.Ed, Pennsylvania State University April 20 Learn strategies for introducing a healthy dose of arts into patient care and explore how creative expression proves important in managing chronic diseases.

NAVIGATING CANCER

RHYTHM, BREATH, LULLABY MUSIC THERAPY IN THE NICU

Joanne Loewy, Louis Armstrong Center for Music and Medicine Feb 2 The First Sounds Rhythm, Breath, Lullaby method adds music therapy to neonatology to promote healthy outcomes for premature infants and their caregivers.

ARTS FOR AGING Janine Tursini, Arts for the Aging Jehan El-Bayoumi, MD, FACP, George Washington University March 23 It’s true: regular engagement in the arts is healthy for the brain, spirit, and soul.

Discover more about the science behind the arts and aging gracefully.

Shanti Norris, Smith Center for Healing and the Arts April 27 Norris shares an overview of the arts in healthcare institutions and how cancer patients are utilizing art as a tool for healing, then leads experiential sessions of practical healing tools.

MEDICAL AVATAR Virgil Wong, Medical Avatar, LLC June 1 This live demonstration of the Health Time Machine™ showcases how a threedimensional, animated model of the body helps to visualize health information in the past, present, and future.

MICROSCOPY AS MASTERPIECE This pop-up art exhibit, presented

by Strathmore in partnership with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), takes inner beauty to a new level, presenting stunning brain microscopy images from NIH-supported researchers. Be sure to plan some extra time when you come for an Arts and the Brain lecture to check out this elevation of the human brain to a work of fine art.

Cerebellum: the brain’s locomotion control center. Thomas Deerinck, National Center for Microscopy and Imaging Research, University of California, San Diego

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SATURDAYS SWING

Saturday Family Jazz Sessions jumpstart a love for music and nurture talent.

Junior jazz aficionados spend Saturday mornings singing, playing, and preparing for a lifetime of music appreciation. Strathmore’s fun, creative, kid-friendly series features world music percussionist Tom Teasley, renowned jazz singer Rochelle Rice, and multi-instrumentalist Seth Kibel.

Recommended for ages 3–8.

All sessions take place Saturdays at 11am in the Mansion.

Tickets are $10 for each session in advance, $12 at the door.

JAZZ FROM AFRICA

ETHEL WATERS: DOWN IN THE WATER

with Tom Teasley Feb 18 Explore the journey that exotic instruments and traditional rhythms took from Africa to America.

with Rochelle Rice May 6 Blues singer Waters provides inspiration for this session in which Rice leads the creation of a crowdsourced, kid-composed blues song.

JAZZ FROM THE MIDDLE EAST with Tom Teasley March 4 Teasley introduces kids to traditional Middle Eastern instruments and dance rhythms.

JAZZ FROM INDIA with Tom Teasley March 18 This musical morning combines Indian rhythms with beatbox in a celebration of world jazz.

MA RAINEY: MOTHER OF THE BLUES with Rochelle Rice April 1 Learn about blues superstar Rainey, plus the foundations of blues singing, vocabulary, and form.

BESSIE SMITH: EMPRESS OF THE BLUES with Rochelle Rice April 22 Smith’s lyrics were rich with classic blues themes of love and hardship. Learn how songs tell stories by delving into blues repertoire.

Rochelle Rice by Jonathan Timmes, Saturday Family Jazz by Jim Saah

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IMPROVISATION: MAKIN’ IT UP AS YOU GO ALONG with Seth Kibel May 20 Spontaneous composition allows jazz musicians to express their individuality. Kids try their hand at performing unique improvisations using percussion.

AIN’T GOT NOTHIN’ BUT THE BLUES with Seth Kibel June 3 Learn the origins of blues and its role in other genres, then create your own original blues ditty.

ELLA FITZGERALD: THE FIRST LADY OF SONG with Seth Kibel June 17 Celebrate Fitzgerald, the inspirational vocalist who achieved fame with her three-and-a-half-octave voice.

POWER OF PERSPECTIVE

Female artists rise to the occasion at this season’s best exhibitions.

Join us for the following programs, presented in conjunction with the current exhibitions:

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS Sat, Sept 10–Sun, Nov 6

ART AHEAD Sat, Nov 19–Sat, Dec 31

RISE UP

Perspective

OPENING RECEPTION

CAPITAL PALETTE

FREE

ARTWORK FROM THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN ARTISTS Inspired by the idea that blues music has healing power for artists of all disciplines, NAWA’s members explore the transformative emotions that occur when people emerge from difficult times. With works spanning painting, drawing, and more, Rise Up is an examination of both complex emotions and the therapeutic value of art.

JENNIFER KAHN BARLOW Known for her detailed and tantalizing oil paintings of sweets and desserts, Barlow examines food and place, portraying local dining landmarks to offer a sense of community as well as cuisine.

Our new Perspective series features local artists in solo or two-person exhibitions.

Sun, Sept 11, 2pm

CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR Sat, Sept 17, 10:15am TICKETS $5 FOR CHILDREN

CURATOR’S TOUR Sat, Sept 17, 1pm FREE

MAKE IT/TAKE IT In partnership with Girl Power Meetups DC

Sun, Sept 25, 1pm FREE

SOUL SOIL

THE 83RD ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF

Artist-storyteller Rezaeipour excavates her memories and reassembles them into a collage. Born in Tehran, the artist expresses her resurfacing relationship to places of the past through found and created images, encaustics, woodburning, and natural elements.

Invitational Gallery

It’s the little things! More than 600 tiny treasures travel to the Mansion from around the world for this ever-popular exhibition that beckons viewers to take a closer look.

WORKS BY MOJDEH REZAEIPOUR

FINE ART IN MINIATURE

CTRL+P PRINTMAKERS, INC. From aquatint to xylography, this artist collective offers a look at the wide scope of printmaking as an art form.

Invitational Gallery

All exhibitions and related programs take place in the Mansion.

MANSION HOURS Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat: 10am–4pm; Wed: 10am–9pm; Sun: 12–4pm; Mon: Closed Support for Visual Arts programming provided by

Horn Player by Jill Cliffer; Afternoon Tea by Jennifer Kahn Barlow; The Golden Age by Mojdeh Rezaeipour

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With Love, from Strathmore’s historic Mansion sets the stage for picture-perfect weddings.

By Mary Mendoza Godbout

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romantic Georgian mansion set high upon a hill, framed by centuries-old trees, a verdant lawn with a stunning gazebo, and an exquisite collection of sculptures. Anyone can tell that this is a place for art, but the Mansion at Strathmore is also a place where couples can marry in a unique and romantic setting.

Built in 1899, the Mansion boasts sparkling chandeliers and marble mantels. Its opulent details—from towering Palladian windows down to intricate wood inlay floors—offer a classic elegance that’s hard to replicate in a modern hall. For Brieanne and Justin it was love at first sight; from the moment they visited the Mansion, they were sure they had found the perfect venue for their wedding ceremony and reception.

“We loved the intimacy,” the couple explained. “It was wonderful the way people could occupy the dance floor in the Music Room or wander around the Mansion.

Everything flowed really nicely.”

To make sure that easy flow extends to the food and drinks at the reception, Strathmore relies on Ridgewells Catering, the DC area’s premier catering company and Strathmore’s exclusive catering partner since July 2015. Ridgewells’ philosophy is to value every detail and make sure each event they cater is an unforgettable affair. With custom-designed menus, fresh farm-to-table cuisine, and personalized service, Ridgewells and Strathmore are commited to making wedding planning a stress-free experience for the bride and groom.

“The best thing was how seamless it was,” bride Brieanne said.

“They served everyone well and also melted into the background.

Everything went smoothly and the food was really good.”

BRIDE Brieanne GROOM Justin HOW WE MET We met via Match.com and have been together for five years. We married in the Mansion in April.

WHY THE MANSION We picked the location because we wanted something both elegant and intimate for the size of our wedding.

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Strathmore Strathmore’s Rentals Manager Madeline Waters couldn’t agree more.

“We have a great working relationship with Ridgewells,” she said. “They have a magnificent eye for design, a lot of flexibility, and a very professional staff with creative ideas.”

“We work well as a team and it comes across in the details.”

That left Brieanne and Justin free to plan their perfect day, and the newlyweds were able to take advantage of every inch of the Mansion for their nuptials. “On the day of your wedding, the Mansion is reserved entirely for your private party,” Waters says.

HOST YOUR NEXT WEDDING, MITZVAH, OR MEETING AT AMP

“This includes not only the Mansion’s interior, but the backyard with its impressive columns, the gazebo, and sculpture garden.”

AMP is a hip, contemporary space in Rockville’s burgeoning Pike & Rose neighborhood. Ideally located near public transportation and major thoroughfares, AMP is the perfect place to celebrate, create, and collaborate.

“We had the ceremony in the gazebo in front of the Mansion,” shares Brieanne. “It was perfect for a grand entrance from the front of the Mansion and down the stairs.”

“For the cocktail hour, people gathered in the Mansion’s backyard, which is a really charming area.”

“Strathmore is located on 16 acres of grounds,” points out Waters. “It feels far away in an idyllic place, while still convenient to DC with many hotels nearby for out of town wedding guests.”

Plus there are many opportunities to return for a concert or exhibition to relive the happy memories of a blissful wedding day.

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Delores Holloway, a little bit of whimsy photography

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NOVEMBER 2015

SEPTEMBER 2016

FALL CALENDAR ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTS

Strathmore Presents

AFTERNOON TEA

Known as “Africa’s premier diva” (Time), Grammy Awardwinning humanitarian Kidjo offers an evening of high-energy, international music, performing her trademark mélange of West African traditions, R&B, funk, and jazz.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$78 (STARS $25.20–$70.20)

See full schedule on page 22.

MANSION $24 (STARS $21.60) SPECIALTY TEAS $28 (STARS $25.20) Prepaid, nonrefundable reservations required.

IMP Presents

KRAFTWERK 3-D CONCERT

ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO Fri, Sept 9, 8pm

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FIRST DAY OF CLASSES Tue, Sept 6 CityDance offers a well-rounded curriculum of Vaganova ballet training and contemporary dance techniques, in addition to jazz, hip-hop, and world dance forms, for ages 3 to 19. Audition and class placement required for ages 7 and above. Learn more at www.CityDance.net or call 301.581.5204.

EDUCATION CENTER

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FALL PRIVATE LESSONS BEGIN Tue, Sept 6 First day of private lesson instruction. Start a new instrument or continue lessons with private instruction from Levine’s expert faculty. Learn more at www.LevineMusic.org or call 301.897.5100.

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ACT TWO AT LEVINE AUDITIONS Mon, Sept 12 Auditions for Act Two at Levine, the DC area’s leading musical theater education program, offering ensembles for all ages. Learn more at www.LevineMusic.org/acttwo.

EDUCATION CENTER

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CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR Sat, Sept 17, 10:15am

Sat, Sept 3, 8pm Kraftwerk are pioneers of electronic music. This chronological exploration of Kraftwerk’s sonic and visual experiments presents classic works from their celebrated repertoire with spectacular 3-D visualizations and effects.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $48–$88 SOLD OUT

Levine Music

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EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION Sun, Sept 11, 2pm Join artists and art lovers to celebrate the opening of Rise Up, an exhibition of artwork from the National Association of Women Artists that examines the therapeutic value of art, and Soul Soil, featuring collages by Mojdeh Rezaeipour.

MANSION FREE

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CULTURE CLUB

Sun, Sept 11, 8pm The original Culture Club lineup is back with Boy George, Roy, Mikey, and Jon, reuniting one of the biggest bands of the ’80s and performing hits “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya,” “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me,” “Karma Chameleon,” and more. VIP meet and greet opportunity available.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $65–$165 (STARS $58.50–$148.50)

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Young art lovers can get behind the brushstrokes and into the head, heart, and history of the artists. After the tour, children create their own collages sealed in wax, inspired by the exhibition Soul Soil. Ages 7 and up, accompanying adults are free.

MANSION TICKETS $5 FOR CHILDREN

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CURATOR’S TOUR Sat, Sept 17, 1pm

Join leaders of the National Association of Women Artists for a guided tour of the exhibitions Rise Up and Soul Soil. Geared towards adults, this tour delves into the technique and history of the artists and works currently on exhibit.

MANSION FREE

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BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO. 7 Sat, Sept 17, 8pm Sun, Sept 18, 3pm

Brian Ganz, piano Piotr Gajewski, conductor The drama and passion of Beethoven’s music unify this concert featuring three of his most popular works, the Coriolan Overture, Piano Concerto No. 4, and Symphony No. 7.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$88

Levine Music

FALL CLASSES BEGIN Mon, Sept 19 First day of group classes. Join fellow beginners or seasoned music students in one of Levine’s varied and exciting group classes. Learn more at www.LevineMusic.org or call 301.897.5100.

EDUCATION CENTER

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BRIAN WILSON PRESENTS PET SOUNDS CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY

with Special Guests Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin

Tue, Sept 20, 8pm Celebrate Wilson, one of music’s most deeply revered figures, and the 50th anniversary of his masterpiece, Pet Sounds, with this performance of the seminal album in its entirety.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $45–$165 SOLD OUT

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A PINCH OF JAZZ AND DASH OF OPERA Fri, Sept 23, 11am

Critically acclaimed soprano Hai-Bo Bai and tenor Hongfa Chu perform opera selections with piano accompaniment. Standout young jazz vocalist Danielle Wertz sings jazz standards with Steve Hom playing guitar in this quarterly DCFMC program.

MANSION FREE

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2016 PACIFIC MISS ASIAN ALLIANCE PAGEANT Fri, Sept 23, 7:30pm

The Pacific Miss Asian Alliance Pageant is dedicated to embracing Asian cultural heritage, encouraging cultural awareness, and fostering community pride by providing a platform for AsianAmerican young women to display their talents, confidence, intellect, and cultural pride.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $30–$100

BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO. 5 Sat, Sept 24, 8pm

Marin Alsop, conductor The BSO initiates its seasonlong Beethoven exploration with those fateful opening four notes.

Soprano Julia Bullock opens this program with a haunting twist on Bach and Jean-Yves Thibaudet dazzles with Gershwin’s Concerto in F. MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

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MAKE IT/TAKE IT Sun, Sept 25, 1pm

Strathmore and Girl Power Meetups DC present this workshop for women in their teens and twenties. Following a tour of the current exhibitions, artist Mojdeh Rezaeipour leads a craft workshop inspired by her work.

MANSION FREE

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YIRUMA

Strathmore Education

COURAGE HAS A VOICE Fri, Sept 30, 7pm Co-presentation with USO of Metropolitan WashingtonBaltimore Local veterans and service members joined artists Wytold, Mahogany L. Browne, and Grammy-nominee Christylez Bacon to compose original songs in the Music and Writing workshop at the United Service Organizations’ Warrior and Family Center.

MANSION FREE (Registration required)

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MARK G. MEADOWS Wed, Oct 5, 7:30pm

AIR Class of 2015 Named DC Jazz Artist of the Year and Best Composer of 2014 by the Washington City Paper, Meadows recently starred as Jelly Roll Morton in Signature Theatre’s presentation of Jelly’s Last Jam. MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

Sun, Sept 25, 7pm Korean contemporary classical musician Yiruma’s most popular pieces, “River Flows in You,” “Kiss the Rain,” and “Maybe,” combine melodious Korean compositions with inspiration and emotion.

Yiruma’s performance at Strathmore concludes his 2016 world tour.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $55–$138

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CARMINA BURANA Thu, Sept 29, 8pm

Marin Alsop, conductor Soaring and gorgeous, Carmina Burana celebrates the ephemeral nature of life, the joys of gambling, gluttony, and lust, and their cost. Filled with driving rhythmic changes and harmonies, its score beckons our primitive nature.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

Music Center

Mansion

SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2016

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

THE MAGIC OF MUSIC MEETS THE PASSION OF YOUTH

Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras of Strathmore enjoys its 71st season.

The talented young musicians of MCYO provide a musical experience rivaling those of many professional symphonies. Enjoy a wonderful concert in a world-class venue and support future stars!

2016–2017 CONCERT DATES:

ENCHANTED VISIONS Sun, Dec 4, 5:30pm Featuring MCYO’s full orchestras with special holiday chorus and dancers.

CHROMATIC COLORS Sat, March 4, 3 & 7pm Featuring the Queen Symphony with the Philharmonic.

LUMINOSITY Thu, May 25, 7pm Featuring Corky Siegel with the Philharmonic and Young Artists and Symphony performing the works of American composers.

TICKETS FROM $15. Special group discounts available.

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AMERICA’S NAVY

CELEBRATING 241 YEARS OF SERVICE Wed, Oct 5, 7:30pm This concert celebrates the Navy’s birthday with popular songs from today and honors the Greatest Generation with hits from World War II. More than 80 musicians take the stage in an entertaining production that commemorates 241 years of service.

MUSIC CENTER FREE (Reservations required)

Community

Education

MCYO goes on tour in Italy in July 2017!

Visit www.MCYO.org for more info.

Attend master class collaborations with Washington Performing Arts, Strathmore, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, National Philharmonic, and the National Symphony Orchestra. Check www.MCYO.org for dates and details.

Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings at the Music Center. Call 301.581.5208 to observe.

MCYO Alumni: Please contact Cheryl@mcyo.org.

We want to hear an update from you!

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UPCOMING SHOWS Tashi Wada, Yoshi Wada & Julia Holter

BLUE HIGHWAY Sun, Oct 2

PAUL BARRERE & FRED TACKETT

Fri, Sept 9

Best of bluegrass

Fri, Nov 4

Experimental indie electronic Also catch Julia Holter solo at Glenstone Sat, Sept 10.

Both shows are free but require reservations.

SEAN WATKINS Sat, Sept 10 AMP is redefining nightlife on Rockville Pike with live music in a sophisticated setting, food and drink service, and acoustics that enhance every note.

Wed, Oct 5 Jazz bassist extraordinaire

FAIRFIELD FOUR Thu, Oct 6

THE BRUBECK BROTHERS QUARTET Thu, Nov 10 Dave’s sons carry on the family tradition

Pioneering gospel group

THE VI-KINGS

SECRET SOCIETY

JASON MARSALIS QUARTET

’60s music comes alive

Thu, Sept 15 DC’s favorite urban jams

SULLIVAN FORTNER TRIO Jazz piano

JULIAN LAGE & LAU Tue, Sept 20 Jazz guitarist and British folk band

RAUL MIDÓN Fri, Sept 23 Jazz singer & guitarist

SHOCKED & AMAZED PRESENTS

STRANGE FOR HIRE Sat, Sept 24

A mix of circus, sideshow & burlesque

DAN ZANES Sun, Sept 25

Sat, Oct 8 Vibraphone-led jazz direct from New Orleans

JULIE FOWLIS

ALBERT CUMMINGS Sun, Nov 13

AMP & Comedy Zone present

AMP & Comedy Zone present

JOHN CRIST AND BLAYR NIAS Thu, Oct 13

CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO Fri, Oct 14 Six-string virtuosos

DEE LUCAS FEAT. PHAZE II Sat, Oct 15

Thu, Sept 29

Rusted Root FRI, SEPT 30 "Send Me on My Way" jam band giants

Explosive, soulful blues

MIKE ARMSTRONG AND RYAN VAN GENDEREN Thu, Nov 17

ANDERSON, BROWN & REDD Fri, Nov 25 Two sets of siblings join forces for jazz

Smooth jazz sax

FRESH AIR

SIDEMEN: LONG ROAD TO GLORY

Strathmore’s Artist in Residence class of 2017 makes AMP debut

Sun, Oct 16

AMP & Comedy Zone present

DARREN “DS” SANDERS AND MELISSA DOUTY

Sat, Nov 12

Gaelic voice of Disney Pixar’s Brave theme

MARIA MULDAUR

AMP & Comedy Zone present

SIERRA HULL

Sun, Oct 9

Film, music, discussion

“Midnight at the Oasis” songstress

Fri, Nov 11

Mandolin wunderkind

Kids pajama jam party

Wed, Sept 28

At Pike & Rose on Rockville Pike On Metro’s Red Line, White Flint station

CHRISTIAN McBRIDE

Nickel Creek guitarist

Sun, Sept 18

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Little Feat’s guitarists

JULIE SCOGGINS AND DAVID WINGFIELD Wed, Oct 19

WED, NOV 30

AMP & Comedy Zone present

SHAUN JONES AND BRENT BLAKENEY Thu, Dec 1

CHOPTEETH

RUMER WILLIS

Fri, Dec 2

Over The Love Tour Wed, Oct 26

Jazz, funk, Afrobeat

A postmodern cabaret

BERNARD/EBB SHOWCASE

Strathmore Cabaret Sat, Oct 29 Blues bash fundraiser

JIMMY WEBB Thu, Nov 3 “Wichita Lineman” & “Galveston” songwriter

Feat. Justin Jones, Maddy Clark, and Jason Byrd Sat, Dec 3

Strathmore Education

Levine Music

THE MUSIC OF JESSICA KRASH

Sun, Oct 9, 2pm

Sat, Oct 15, 7pm

Award-winning Gaelic singer Fowlis leads this workshop designed for music students.

Students are introduced to Gaelic song, learn the musical traditions of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, and discover traditional Gaelic pieces.

AMP TICKETS $35 (STARS $31.50)

Marley’s influence on music and message has been colossal and continues to this day.

Enjoy Marley’s timeless tunes of human rights, healing, and social justice performed by Levine faculty. Learn more at www.LevineMusic.org or call 301.897.5100.

EDUCATION CENTER TICKETS $15 IN ADVANCE, $20 DAY OF, free for Levine students.

EMILY NOËL, SOPRANO TANYA ANISIMOVA, CELLO Thu, Oct 6, 7:30pm Enjoy an evening of works including Sulpicia’s Songs, a song cycle based on lyrics by a female poet from Rome’s classical age, and Martin Codax’s Cantigas d’Amigo, thought to be the oldest surviving song cycle.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

GAELIC MUSIC WORKSHOP WITH JULIE FOWLIS

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Young Artists of America

AUDITION INTENSIVE WORKSHOP FOR SINGERS Sat, Oct 8, 9am Musical theater and classical singers receive feedback for upcoming auditions from a panel of artists and music educators from the Catholic University of America and Boston Conservatory. Event includes a Q&A panel discussion for parents. Learn more at www.YoungArtistsAmerica.org.

MANSION TUITION $75–$225

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CHEE-YUN PLAYS THE FOUR SEASONS

Sat, Oct 8, 8pm Sun, Oct 9, 3pm Instrument Petting Zoo, Sun, Oct 9, 2–2:30pm

Mansion

Wed, Oct 19, 7:30pm AIR Class of 2014 A semifinalist in the Thelonious Monk Institute’s International Jazz Vocalist Competition, Dashiell completed a residency at the late Bohemian Caverns, a major-label compilation, and channeled Sarah Vaughan in the Kennedy Center’s production of Sarah Vaughan and Clifford Brown Reimagined.

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

Sat, Oct 15, 8pm

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DAVID KAPLAN, PIANO Thu, Oct 13, 7:30pm Kaplan’s masterful command of classical repertoire makes every commission sizzle and concert soar, appearing on the world’s greatest stages with the most distinguished musicians.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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Vasily Petrenko, conductor Written after the death of Stalin, Shostakovich’s militaristic Symphony No. 10 is often called an “optimistic tragedy.”

Beethoven complements the work with his tumultuous, warlike Coriolan Overture and Third Piano Concerto.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

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THE BIG SWING

CRAIG GILDNER BIG BAND & THE INTERPLAY ORCHESTRA

Strathmore Presents

Benefiting the interPLAY company orchestra

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER MEETS TAKE 6

Sun, Oct 16, 3pm

THE SUMMIT

Fri, Oct 14, 8pm You’ll be mesmerized by the beauty, range, and power of the human voice! The Manhattan Transfer and Take 6, two of the world’s most celebrated vocal groups, come together for a collaboration that will include everything from doo-wop to gospel.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$85 (STARS $31.50–$76.50)

John Abbott

Chee-Yun, violin Piotr Gajewski, conductor Journey through the seasons in a concert that pairs Vivaldi’s most popular work, The Four Seasons, with Piazzolla’s rendering in the style of the Argentine tango.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$88

Music Center

CHRISTIE DASHIELL

SHOSTAKOVICH’S SYMPHONY NO. 10

BROADWAY’S LEADING MEN

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Strathmore AIR Alumni

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Jack Everly, conductor Four of Broadway’s brightest stars take the stage with Everly and the BSO SuperPops for sizzlin’ showstoppers from “The Great White Way” by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim, and Rodgers and Hammerstein.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

BOB MARLEY—HIS MUSIC AND INFLUENCE

Community

Education

Join bandleader Gildner and the interPLAY orchestra’s musicians with and without cognitive and other differences as they celebrate 25 years of this amazing nonprofit music organization.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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MUSICALITEA Wed, Oct 19, 11am Join Levine Music for a free daytime performance given by Levine faculty and students.

A postconcert reception with complimentary tea and sweets allows for mingling with fellow music lovers. Learn more at www.LevineMusic.org or call 301.897.5100.

EDUCATION CENTER

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AN EVENING WITH

CHRIS BOTTI

Thu, Oct 20, 8pm It is no wonder jazz trumpeter Botti is America’s top selling instrumentalist. Deftly melodic and sparkling with romance, Botti’s performances are at once intimate and extravagant.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $42–$72 (STARS $37.80–$64.80)

Fabrizio Ferri

PAST MADE PRESENT

OCTOBER 2016

Strathmore Presents

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DVOŘÁK’S SYMPHONY NO. 8 Sat, Oct 22, 8pm

Hannu Lintu, conductor 2006 Gramophone Artist of the Year Angela Hewitt performs Beethoven’s joyful First Piano Concerto. Dvorˇák’s Symphony No. 8 then conjures the songs of birds and sunlight during country walks in his native land.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

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OCTOBER | NOVEMBER 2016

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC’S 2016–2017 SEASON

The National Philharmonic’s 2016–2017 season at Strathmore kicks off with an evening of Beethoven featuring Philharmonic favorite, pianist Brian Ganz, performing Piano Concerto No. 4, led by Maestro Piotr Gajewski. Other season highlights include Vivaldi’s and Piazzolla’s The Four Seasons, with violinist Chee-Yun; Bach’s Double Concerto; Rachamaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with 2009 Van Cliburn Competition Gold medalist Haochen Zhang; and Carmina Burana.

Ganz returns for his annual Chopin recital with a celebration of the composer’s youthful works. In April, cellist Zuill Bailey joins the Philharmonic for Bruch’s soulful Kol Nidrei and Bloch’s Schelomo.

Haochen Zhang

Friends of the Library, Montgomery County

29TH ANNUAL LITERARY LUNCHEON SERIES

WITH AUTHOR ALEXANDRA PETRI Thu, Oct 27, 11:30am

Blogger and columnist for The Washington Post and 2014 O. Henry International Pun Champion, Petri discusses her career and latest title, A Field Guide to Awkward Silences.

Tickets at www.FOLMC.org or call 240.777.0200.

MANSION TICKETS $15–$25

KIDS 7–17 FREE! | FREE PRECONCERT LECTURES | COMPLIMENTARY PARKING NATIONALPHILHARMONIC.ORG | 301.581.5100

Strathmore Presents

AN EVENING WITH

GARRISON KEILLOR

Benefiting the F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Conference, Inc., and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Society

Fri, Oct 28, 8pm Lake Wobegon comes to the Beltway as the author, musician, and radio host shares an evening of laughter and literature.

Celebrate this wise, witty, and sharply observant cultural icon.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$75 (STARS $31.50–$67.50)

PRIMARY BLUES

BLUES 101 FOR FAMILIES

ROY ASSAF TRIO

Thu, Oct 27, 7:30pm The Roy Assaf Trio spins free improvisations into fresh songs.

Israeli pianist Assaf, bassist Raviv Markovitz, and drummer Jake Goldbas weave a unique and mesmerizing blend of progressive yet classical jazz.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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Claudia Danielson

Thu, Oct 27, 7:30pm

Strathmore Presents

Sun, Oct 30, 7pm

BY R.E.M.’S MIKE MILLS FOR ROBERT MCDUFFIE

DENIS MATSUEV, PIANO

You shouldn’t dare miss a Matsuev recital. Audiences have gone wide-eyed for his “epic technique . . . superhuman speed, power, and agility” (The Boston Globe). Don’t miss this great virtuoso when he returns to Strathmore.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $37–$77

————————————————— Strathmore AIR Alumni Wed, Nov 2, 7:30pm

Strathmore Presents

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Strathmore Presents

OWEN DANOFF

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Kids and adults get a crash course in the blues during this 45-minute, multimedia concert with alumni of Strathmore’s Artist in Residence program.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $15 FOR ADULTS (STARS $13.50), $5 FOR KIDS 12 & UNDER

Maestro Artist Management Presents

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CABARET 2016: BLUES BASH Sat, Oct 29, 7pm

Strathmore’s annual fall fundraiser is back! Color your world with the beauty of the blues as Strathmore’s Artists in Residence take you back to the rhythm-rich days when the heart of American music was deep blue.

AMP TICKETS $150–$500

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AIR Class of 2013 Named the 2015 grand prize winner of the Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards, Danoff achieved success on season 10 of The Voice. Don’t miss this great opportunity to see a homegrown talent taking on the world!

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

CONCERTO FOR VIOLIN, ROCK BAND, AND STRING ORCHESTRA

Featuring Fifth House Ensemble Arrangements and additional music by David Mallamud

Thu, Nov 3, 8pm Classical collides with contemporary in this adventurous concerto composed

by R.E.M.’s Mills. Violinist McDuffie takes center stage alongside Fifth House Ensemble and a four-piece rock band featuring Mills on bass and keyboard.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$65 (STARS $31.50–$58.50)

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PUBLIQUARTET

Thu, Nov 3, 7:30pm Creative, interactive programming makes this ensemble a fresh voice in classical music, presenting newly composed works by emerging and established composers.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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OFF THE CUFF: THE NUTCRACKER Fri, Nov 4, 8:15pm

Nicholas Hersh, conductor Maestro Hersh demonstrates how the lively music of The Nutcracker delivers such powerful imagery that it can stand alone as concert music without the ballet in a fun-loving Off the Cuff.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

Strathmore Presents

Sat, Nov 5, 8pm

BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS

MUSIC FROM THE ENGLISH CATHEDRAL National Philharmonic Chorale Stan Engebretson, conductor Enjoy Handel’s Zadok the Priest, Thomas Tallis’ Spem in Alium, and Eric Whitacre’s Alleluia.

Of Radiance and Light, a commissioned work by Alistair Coleman, and John Rutter’s Gloria conclude the evening.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $19–$76

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

THE NUTCRACKER Sun, Nov 6, 3pm

Nicholas Hersh, conductor This program embraces love, longing, and dance with John Adams’ witty, slightly amorous Foxtrot, the sounds of dreamlike Arabian Nights in Ravel’s Shéhérazade, and the glorious music of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

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MUSEUM SHOP AROUND Thu–Sun, Nov 10–13 Find fabulous gifts from 18 area museum and cultural shops at Strathmore’s Museum Shop Around. This annual event elevates gift giving to an art form, with unique, clever, and beautiful choices that express not only your affection but your great taste too!

MANSION TICKETS $9 (STARS $8)

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MAHLER’S SYMPHONY NO. 6

NOVEMBER 2016

National Philharmonic

LEVINE MUSIC

BIG HEAD BLUES CLUB FEATURING

Discover all the opportunities Levine Music has to offer! With a wide selection of private lessons, classes, workshops, and events, Levine Music provides a welcoming community for students of all ages and abilities.

WITH MUD MORGANFIELD, BILLY BRANCH, AND RONNIE BAKER BROOKS

THE SONGS OF WILLIE DIXON

Fri, Nov 11, 8pm If you’re a fan of Muddy Waters, Led Zeppelin, or the Rolling Stones, you’ve heard Dixon’s songs. Big Head Todd and the Monsters pay tribute to Dixon, a pillar of modern blues and one of the most influential songwriters of early rock ’n’ roll.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$62 (STARS $28.80–$55.80) Preconcert lecture: Early Blues Recording Labels

Fri, Nov 11, 6:30pm Join Jim O’Neal, cofounder of Living Blues Magazine and the Mississippi Blues Trail research director for an informative, entertaining preconcert lecture.

MUSIC CENTER ROOM 402 FREE WITH CONCERT TICKET

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BLACK VIOLIN

Sat, Nov 12, 8pm This classically trained duo plays every style of music, from baroque to hip-hop and beyond. Their stereotypedefying repertoire crackles with creativity, offering a new take on violin music that’s infused with freshness and joy.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $25–$55 (STARS $22.50–$49.50)

Thu, Nov 10, 8pm

Lisa Leone

Marin Alsop, conductor Big, dramatic, and life-affirming, Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 is a massive undertaking that packs Mahler’s lifelong efforts to succeed against the inevitable blows of fate into one masterpiece.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

START OF THE FALL SEMESTER Make music with us! September 6 is the first day of private lessons, and group classes begin September 19. Register for special events, classes, or private lessons, available in more than 22 instruments and voice.

Levine Presents

BOB MARLEY—HIS MUSIC AND INFLUENCE Sat, Oct 15, 7pm The 2016–2017 Levine Presents series The Power of Music: Protest, Propaganda, Promise explores the many roles music plays in times of conflict.

Music has long inspired courage and provided solace in times of struggle and change. It gives voice to the oppressed and shape to a movement.

Through his music, Marley called for human rights and social justice, particularly for oppressed Africans. Marley’s influence in music and message has been colossal and continues to this day. The performance features Levine’s Rock Department faculty members Jeremy Castillo, Andrew Hare, Manny Arciniega, Chris Brown, Duane Moody, Eric Ulreich, and Paul Bratcher.

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NOVEMBER 2016

Strathmore Presents

PLEIADES JEWELRY SHOW & SALE

Sat & Sun, Dec 3 & 4, 11am–5pm

Launched 30 years ago by seven local artisans, Pleiades, named for the brilliant and beautiful star cluster known from ancient times as the Seven Sisters, has grown, and its selection of unique high-quality, hand-crafted jewelry and metalwork remains exquisite.

Now there are more than 30 artists, all women, offering one-of-a-kind silver and gold pieces with gemstones, dichroic glass, beads, paper, and enamels, as well as gorgeous silver flatware, vessels, and table sculptures.

Pleiades’ show and sale at Strathmore will leave you starstruck!

Sterling silver brooch with drusy, pearl, and cuperite by Cindy Calahan

CSAAC Presents

MARTINA MCBRIDE Sun, Nov 13, 7pm Benefiting Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children (CSAAC), a nonprofit organization providing lifespan support for individuals impacted by autism, country music star McBride performs her charttopping hits and songs from her new album Reckless.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $100–$250

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BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

DOC SEVERINSEN AND FRIENDS: THE ART OF THE BIG BAND Thu, Nov 17, 8pm

Doc Severinsen, host and trumpet Heeeeeere’s Doc and his big, bad band! Known worldwide for his 30 years at the helm of The Tonight Show Band, the gutsy trumpeter and his stupendous lineup bring you an evening of hard-swingin’ favorites!

Please note: The BSO will not be performing in this concert.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

WITH SAMUEL JAMES

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Wed, Nov 16, 7pm

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

James shares the history and techniques of the blues and the different regions from which it developed. The evening includes a hands-on skills workshop detailing nuances of Piedmont and Delta blues chord structures and singing styles.

MANSION TICKETS $35 (STARS $31.50) FOR PARTICIPANTS, $15 FOR OBSERVERS

BEETHOVEN WEEKEND: THE NINTH SYMPHONY

Strathmore Presents

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Thu, Nov 17, 7:30pm Blues-based singer-songwriter James dazzles audiences with a creative guitar repertoire that channels the best of Charlie Patton, Preston Reed, and Townes Van Zandt.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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Sat, Nov 19, 8pm Marin Alsop, conductor The BSO’s centennial reaches its finale with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. No other work creates such breathless excitement, whether you’re hearing it for the first time or returning to it as a familiar favorite.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$99

Strathmore Visual Arts

EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION Sun, Nov 20, 2pm Join us for the opening reception of our current exhibitions, the 83rd Annual Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature, Jennifer Kahn Barlow: Capital Palette, and CTRL+P. MANSION FREE

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Strathmore Presents

Strathmore Presents

ESTAMPAS PORTEÑAS TANGO COMPANY

AN EVENING WITH

JAKE SHIMABUKURO Sun, Nov 20, 7:30pm

Mon, Nov 28, 7:30pm

You have never heard the ukulele like this before! Hawaiiborn Shimabukuro melds elements of pop and jazz into his passionate performances, emoting pure joy with virtuosic flair. Bring your uke and join us for a preconcert strum-along!

Free with concert ticket.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $25–$55 (STARS $22.50–$49.50)

The Buenos Aires-based tango company presents its newest production, Deseos . . . Stories of Longing and Desire Told through Argentine Tango and Music, a celebration of the greatest artistic elements of Argentine dance.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$68 (STARS $25.20–$61.20)

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CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR Sat, Nov 26, 10:15am Young art lovers can get behind the brushstrokes and into the head, heart, and history of the artists with these kid-friendly Saturday tours. After the tour, children create their own prints inspired by the exhibition CTRL+P. Ages 7 and up, accompanying adults are free.

MANSION TICKETS $5 FOR CHILDREN

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CURATOR’S TOUR

Concerts for Causes Presents

LARRY GRAHAM AND GRAHAM CENTRAL STATION Wed, Nov 30, 8pm

Sat, Nov 26, 1pm Adults enjoy a guided tour of the current exhibitions, delving into technique and history of the artists a­­­nd works on exhibit.

MANSION FREE

Music Center

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Funk legend Graham and Graham Central Station are joined by a full symphony orchestra for this concert benefiting Concerts for Causes, Inc. Concerts for Causes provides musical instruments to children in underserved communities.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $45–$85

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FALL CALENDAR—BY GENRE

See the chronological calendar for detailed information BROADWAY

EDUCATION

BROADWAY’S LEADING MEN (BSO)

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES (CD)

Oct 6

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A PINCH OF JAZZ AND DASH OF OPERA (OP) Sept 23

Sept 6

FALL PRIVATE LESSONS BEGIN (LM) Sept 6

ACT TWO AT LEVINE AUDITIONS (LM) Sept 12

FALL CLASSES BEGIN (LM) Sept 19

COURAGE HAS A VOICE (SP)

BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO. 5 (BSO)

Sept 30

YIRUMA (OP)

Oct 8

Sept 24 Sept 25

CARMINA BURANA (BSO) Sept 29

THE MUSIC OF JESSICA KRASH (SP) Oct 6

AUDITION INTENSIVE WORKSHOP (YAA) GAELIC MUSIC WORKSHOP WITH JULIE FOWLIS (SP) Oct 9

BOB MARLEY—HIS MUSIC AND INFLUENCE (LM) Oct 15

UNITED STATES NAVY BAND (OP) Oct 5

OWEN DANOFF (SP) Nov 2

Nov 12 Nov 13 Nov 20

Nov 30

————————————————— SPECIAL EVENTS PACIFIC MISS ASIAN ALLIANCE PAGEANT (OP) Sept 23

LITERARY LUNCHEON (OP)

BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP WITH SAMUEL JAMES (SP)

STRATHMORE CABARET (AMP) Oct 29

SHOSTAKOVICH’S SYMPHONY NO. 10 (BSO)

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MUSEUM SHOP AROUND (SP)

DVOŘÁK’S SYMPHONY NO. 8 (BSO)

MARK G. MEADOWS (SP)

DENIS MATSUEV, PIANO (OP)

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER & TAKE 6 (SP)

PUBLIQUARTET (SP) Nov 3

CONCERTO BY R.E.M.’S MIKE MILLS (SP)

Oct 14

THE CRAIG GILDNER BAND & INTERPLAY ORCHESTRA (SP) Oct 16

Nov 3

CHRISTIE DASHIELL (SP)

OFF THE CUFF: THE NUTCRACKER (BSO)

CHRIS BOTTI (SP)

Nov 4

MUSIC FROM THE ENGLISH CATHEDRAL (NP) Nov 5

THE NUTCRACKER (BSO) Nov 6

MAHLER’S SYMPHONY NO. 6 (BSO) Nov 10

BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO. 9 (BSO) Nov 19

Oct 19

BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS THE SONGS OF WILLIE DIXON (SP) Nov 11

ALBERT CUMMINGS (AMP) Nov 13

SAMUEL JAMES (SP) Nov 17

Oct 28

Nov 16

Oct 30

Oct 27

Oct 27

DAVID KAPLAN, PIANO (SP)

Oct 5

Oct 16

PRIMARY BLUES (SP)

LARRY GRAHAM AND GRAHAM CENTRAL STATION (OP)

GARRISON KEILLOR (SP)

Oct 22

Oct 8

SIDEMEN (AMP)

JAKE SHIMABUKURO (SP)

Oct 19

Oct 15

Oct 6

JASON MARSALIS QUARTET (AMP)

MARTINA McBRIDE (OP)

MUSICALITEA (LM)

Oct 13

Sept 28

FAIRFIELD FOUR (AMP)

BLACK VIOLIN (SP)

CHEE-YUN PLAYS THE FOUR SEASONS (NP) Oct 8 & 9

SHADES OF BLUES MARIA MULDAUR (AMP)

Nov 10–13

————————————————— VISUAL ARTS RISE UP (SP)

Sept 10–Nov 6

SOUL SOIL (SP)

Sept 10–Nov 6

OPENING RECEPTION (SP) Sept 11, Nov 20

Jake Shimabukuro, Nov 20

CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR (SP) Sept 17, Nov 26

CURATOR’S TOUR (SP)

SP: Strathmore Presents

Oct 27

MAKE IT/TAKE IT (SP)

BSO: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

DOC SEVERINSEN AND FRIENDS (BSO)

Oct 20

ROY ASSAF TRIO (SP)

Sept 17, Nov 26 Sept 25

JENNIFER KAHN BARLOW (SP)

Nov 17

Nov 19–Dec 31

NP: National Philharmonic

————————————————— POP/ROCK

FINE ART IN MINIATURE (SP)

OP: Outside Presenter

KRAFTWERK (OP)

CTRL+P (SP)

Nov 19–Dec 31

YAA: Young Artists of America LM: Levine Music

Sept 3 SOLD OUT!

Nov 19–Dec 31

————————————————— DANCE

CULTURE CLUB (SP) Sept 11

————————————————— WORLD ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO (SP)

ESTAMPAS PORTEÑAS TANGO COMPANY (SP)

BRIAN WILSON (SP)

Sept 20 SOLD OUT!

Sept 9

CD: CityDance AMP: AMP Powered by Strathmore

Nov 28

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TEAS TO PLEASE Indulge your senses with soothing sounds, scrumptious savories, perfectly paired with a classic cup of Strathmore’s special blend.

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October

November

3 Carol Rose Duane, harp & piano 1 14 John Dassoulas, piano 20 Specialty Tea: Asian Tea Judith Mostyn White, harp 21 Noreen Friedman & Robin Schultz, flute duo 24 Mike Gold, piano 27 Specialty Tea: Downton Abbey Tea Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 28 Specialty Tea: Downton Abbey Tea Elizabeth Benforado, dulcimer and piano & Jay Benforado, guitar

4 Specialty Tea: Historic Tea & Tour Fran Hrastar, piano 5 Becky Dukes, piano 11 Judith Mostyn White & Mimi McNeel, harp duo 12 John Dassoulas, piano 15 Rosland Breslow, piano 18 Specialty Tea: Chocolate Tea Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 19 Specialty Tea: Chocolate Tea Jo Morrison, harp & Wayne Morrison, bagpipes 25 Specialty Tea: Haunted Tea Party Meg Baker, piano & Rub Gutro, author and ghost investigator 26 Specialty Tea: Haunted Tea Party Noreen Friedman & Robin Schultz, flute duo & Sylvanus Paul, ghost story teller

1 Karen Ashbrook, dulcimer, Paul Oorts, harp guitar & Carrie Rose, flute 2 John Dassoulas, piano 5 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar SOLD OUT! 8 Judith Mostyn White, harp 15 Specialty Tea: International Tea— Around the World in 60 minutes Noreen Friedman, flute & Bob Wysong, guitar 16 Specialty Tea: International Tea— Around the World in 60 minutes Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 29 Karen Ashbrook, dulcimer and flute & Paul Oorts, harp guitar 30 Specialty Tea: Scottish Christmas Tea Jo Morrison, harp & Wayne Morrison, bagpipes

FALL SPECIALTY TEAS ASIAN TEA AFTERNOON TEA Tea begins at 1pm Call 301.581.5108 for reservations.

Prepaid, nonrefundable reservations required.

A tea-for-two gift certificate is the perfect present! Call 301.581.5175 or visit the Shop at Strathmore to purchase.

Vegetarian options are available; inquire when reserving.

MANSION $24 (STARS $21.60) SPECIALTY TEAS $28 (STARS $25.20)

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Tue, Sept 20 Spice up your day with a flavorful Asian interlude; enjoy food, tea, and music from Japan, China, and Korea.

DOWNTON ABBEY TEA Tue & Wed, Sept 27 & 28 Debutantes and dowagers alike love our Downton Abbey Teas, complete with elegant music from the Gilded Age. Feel free to dress the part.

HISTORIC TEA & TOUR Tue, Oct 4 Travel back to a simpler time, and get an in-depth look at the history of the Mansion at Strathmore.

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CHOCOLATE TEA Tue & Wed, Oct 18 & 19 Indulge in a chocolate tasting by The Perfect Truffle from Frederick, Maryland, accompanied by chocolate tea.

HAUNTED TEA PARTY Tue & Wed, Oct 25 & 26 It’s always a scream when the ghouls gather for our annual haunted tea parties.

INTERNATIONAL TEA—AROUND THE WORLD IN 60 MINUTES Tue & Wed, Nov 15 & 16 Travel around the world in just 60 minutes at our international tea featuring exotic brews, bites, and music from faraway lands.

SCOTTISH CHRISTMAS TEA Wed, Nov 30 Indulge your inner Outlander at this festive Scottish tea, complete with traditional Highland fare and music.

GENERAL INFORMATION ORDER NOW!

STRATHMORE.ORG | 301.581.5100 TICKET OFFICE 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD Complimentary 15 minute Ticket Office parking is available in the Mansion lot on weekdays from 10am–5pm.

GROUP TICKETS: 301.581.5199 Tickets for AMP can be purchased at the Strathmore Ticket Office and at www.AMPbyStrathmore.com.

STRATHMORE WELCOMES PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES Every seating section in the Concert Hall includes wheelchairaccessible seating. The Mansion is also wheelchair accessible.

Assistive-listening devices are available in the Concert Hall and in the Mansion Music Room for Music in the Mansion and Artist in Residence concerts.

CONTACT INFORMATION Online:

Ticket Office: Group Tickets: Administration:

Strathmore.org 301.581.5100 301.581.5199 301.581.5200

TTY for MD residents via relay at 711, 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

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. Please note: the minimum age requirement for WPA performances is 5; for BSO performances, it is 6.

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 to make a reservation.

Ukulele fans of all ages strum along at Strathmore’s annual Uke Fest free outdoor concert.

Sign-interpreted performances are available by request.

Accommodations subject to availability. Please make requests by calling the Ticket Office 21 days in advance of performance.

DIRECTIONS & METRO Strathmore is located on Rockville Pike (Route 355), half a mile north of the Capital Beltway (I-495).

Take Metro to Strathmore! Strathmore is adjacent to the Grosvenor-Strathmore 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—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 a valet available ($15) in the drop-off circle at 5301 Tuckerman Lane.

For nonperformance Music Center events, including all Education Center events: Metered parking is available on Tuckerman Lane, or park in the Metro garage where a SmarTrip or credit card payment of $5.10 is required Monday through Friday.

For Mansion concerts, exhibitions, and events: Free parking is available on a space-available basis in the Mansion lot. Enter at 10701 Rockville Pike.

For complete driving directions, Metro, bus, and parking information, visit www.strathmore.org and click on “Your Visit.”

Jim Saah

Shuttle service across the Sky Bridge from the 4th floor of the Metro garage to the Music Center is available before Concert Hall events.

HOURS OF OPERATION TICKET OFFICE HOURS

MANSION: SHOP & GALLERIES

Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri: 10am–5pm Wed: 10am–9pm Sat: 10am–2pm Sun: Closed

Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat: 10am–4pm Wed: 10am–9pm Sun: 12–4pm Mon: Closed

The ticket office is also open 60-minutes prior to performances through intermission in the Music Center.

MUSIC CENTER CAFÉ Mon–Sat: 11am–2pm Performances: The cafe opens two hours prior to Concert Hall performance start time

Dates, artists, programs, and prices are subject to change.

SCHEDULED FALL CLOSINGS Mon, Sept 5: Campus closed in observance of Labor Day Mon, Oct 10: Strathmore Administrative Offices and Mansion closed in observance of Columbus Day Fri, Nov 11: Strathmore Administrative Offices closed in observance of Veterans Day Thu, Nov 24: Campus closed in observance of Thanksgiving Facebook.com/StrathmoreArts

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MUSEUM SHOP AROUND

The Mansion at Strathmore transforms into a holiday shopping heaven with fabulous finds from 18 area museum and cultural shops. Make our annual Museum Shop Around your one stop shop for unique gifts for everyone on your list!

Thu–Sun, Nov 10–13 MANSION TICKETS $9 (STARS $8)

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