Strathmore Spring Newsletter

A DAZZLING DECADE

Julie Andrews Headlines Strathmore’s 10th Anniversary Spring Gala Page 2

2015–2016 SEASON PREVIEW

Stars Presale Starts Now! Page 3

AMPING UP

Strathmore’s New Venue Debuts March 6 Page 8

VOLUME 28 | ISSUE 3

SPRING

STRATHMORE NEWS

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Dale S. Rosenthal Chair Robert G. Brewer, Jr. Vice Chair William R. Ford Treasurer Carolyn P. Leonard Secretary

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IN THIS ISSUE

2015–2016 Season Preview 3 Artist Spotlight: Jackie Evancho 7 AMP: Audible. Edible. Awesome. 8 Strathmore Education: Arts from Every Angle 10 Strathmore Education: Arts & the Mind Lecture Series 11 Strathmore Education: Seminars for Career Musicians 12 Current Visual Arts Exhibits 13 Spring Calendar 14 Calendar by Genre 21 Spring Teas 22 General Information 23

COVER PHOTO: JULIE ANDREWS INSIDE COVER PHOTOS LEFT TO RIGHT: MIPSO, MAURIZIO POLLINI, JOYCE ZIPPERER, SHOW GIRL SHOE, AFTERNOON TEA

Strathmore

AN EVENING WITH

10th Annive rsary Spring Gala

JULIE ANDREWS CONVERSATION, STORIES & CLIPS

PETER MARKS, MODERATOR WITH MUSIC BY STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS Sat, April 25, 2015 PERFORMANCE TICKETS ON SALE WED, FEB 18 AT STRATHMORE.ORG 2

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Joseph F. Beach Cathy Bernard Dickie S. Carter David M.W. Denton Hope B. Eastman Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg Nancy Floreen Barbara Goldberg Goldman Sol Graham Nancy E. Hardwick Paul L. Hatchett Steven P. Hollman Sachiko Kuno Delia K. Lang Karen R. Lefkowitz Laurence Levitan J. Alberto Martinez Ann L. McDaniel Kenneth O’ Brien DeRionne P. Pollard Donna Rattley Washington Graciela Rivera-Oven Mary K. Sturtevant Raymond D. Tetz

Just announced! These shows go on sale to the general public Wednesday, March 4. Strathmore Stars are buying tickets now! Join today for the best seats.

IN THE MUSIC CENTER BLUES ALLEY’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURING:

KINDRED THE FAMILY SOUL ANGELA WINBUSH CHELSEY GREEN Presented by Blues Alley & Strathmore Sat, July 18, 2015, 8pm Iconic Georgetown jazz club celebrates golden anniversary of presenting the best in neo soul, jazz, and blues.

CHICK COREA & BÉLA FLECK Co-presented by Strathmore & Washington Performing Arts Wed, Sept 30, 2015, 8pm Two legends from different musical worlds come together for a casual, intimate evening.

JACKIE EVANCHO Sat, Oct 10, 2015, 8pm The extraordinary voice discovered on America’s Got Talent takes classical crossover to new heights.

COMPAÑIA FLAMENCA JOSÉ PORCEL FLAMENCO FIRE Fri, Oct 23, 2015, 8pm Porcel, his company of dancers, and a live orchestra present fiery flamenco as it was danced by the masters.

KRASNOYARSK NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF SIBERIA Sun, Oct 25, 2015, 4pm This enchanting ensemble has perfected a combination of stunning costumes, kaleidoscopic choreography, and lively orchestral music.

More shows on next page

UKE & GUITAR SUMMIT RETURNS Sat–Wed, Aug 15–19, 2015 The instrument for everyone: learn it quickly, perfect it easily, and join a music-making community that’s crazy about the ukulele. Strathmore’s Uke & Guitar Summit offers classes for all levels, with instructors like Jim Beloff and Marcy Marxer, concerts featuring our favorite artists, and a grand-finale gathering of the ukes at UkeFest.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL—RESERVE BY JULY 1 $340 (STARS $306) $370 (STARS $333) AFTER JULY 1

REGISTER TODAY! | STRATHMORE.ORG | 301.581.5100

L–R: BÉLA FLECK, JACKIE EVANCHO

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2015–2016 SEASON PREVIEW MAURIZIO POLLINI Sun, Nov 1, 2015, 2pm Italian pianist performs Bach and Beethoven with iconic expertise.

PAUL ANKA Sat, Nov 7, 2015, 8pm Legendary singer entertains audiences with his hit songs “Diana,” “Lonely Boy,” “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” and more.

SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK CELEBRATES THE HOLYDAYS

WITH STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS Sun, Dec 13, 2015, 4pm Sweet Honey in the Rock is joined on stage by Strathmore’s Children’s Chorus for an afternoon of holiday standards and new favorites.

MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL ON TOUR

FEATURING PATTI AUSTIN, TERENCE BLANCHARD, RAVI COLTRANE, GERALD CLAYTON, JOE SANDERS & JUSTIN BROWN Sun, Feb 14, 2016, 4pm The longest continuously running jazz festival in the world takes the show on the road with critically acclaimed, Grammywinning jazz artists.

PATTI GRIFFIN, SARA WATKINS & ANÏAS MITCHELL TOGETHER ON STAGE Tues, March 1, 2016 Grammy Award-winner Griffin joins forces with Watkins and Mitchell in a celebration of American song.

FLAMENCO VIVO POEMA DE ANDALUCIA Fri, March 4, 2016, 8pm Cultures come together in this authentic, dramatic art form, as Flamenco Vivo educates and entertains.

FROM TOP: JOSHUA BELL BY IAN DOUGLAS, SARA WATKINS, FLAMENCO VIVO BY LOIS GREENFIELD

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ACADEMY OF ST. MARTIN IN THE FIELDS WITH JOSHUA BELL Fri, March 18, 2016, 8pm Join virtuoso violinist and music director of ASMF, Joshua Bell, for an unforgettable evening.

METROPOLITAN OPERA RISING STARS CONCERT SERIES Fri, April 1, 2016, 8pm Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear young artists on the cusp of extraordinary careers.

MANY MORE SHOWS ADDED THROUGHOUT THE SPRING. SIGN UP TO RECEIVE STRATHMORE’S E-NEWSLETTER AT STRATHMORE.ORG TO STAY UP TO DATE!

2015–2016 SEASON PREVIEW

MUSIC IN THE MANSION PETER AND WILL ANDERSON TRIO

DÉNES VÁRJON, PIANO

Thu, Sept 17, 2015, 7:30pm

Thu, Feb 11, 2016, 7:30pm

Fresh takes on jazz classics from Juilliard-trained, Marsalis-mentored, clarinet- and sax-playing brothers.

Hungarian virtuoso takes command as a solo artist.

THE MOON AND THE SEVEN STARS: RONN MACFARLANE, LUTE, & MINDY ROSENFELD, FLUTE

MISCHA BOUVIER, BARITONE

Thu, Oct 15, 2015, 7:30pm Lute-and-flute duo wows audiences with Renaissance, Baroque, and Celtic folk melodies.

JULIA BULLOCK, SOPRANO Fri, Oct 23, 2015, 7:30pm Super soprano and rising star, Bullock has toured the globe to rave reviews.

Thu, March 10, 2016, 7:30pm One of opera’s top contemporary performers.

WARD-KONG DUO Thu, March 24, 2016, 7:30pm Cellist and Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna Alicia Ward performs with pianist Kimberley Kong.

Support for Music in the Mansion is provided by

ASHU, CLASSICAL SAXOPHONE Thu, Nov 5, 2015, 7:30pm Ashu’s artistry amazes as he puts a new spin on sax performance.

ATLANTIC STRING QUARTET Sun, Jan 17, 2016, 4pm Don’t miss this lively concert of chamber music with a lauded local ensemble.

L-R: ALICIA WARD, JULIA BULLOCK BY CHRISTIAN STEINER

STRATHMORE STARS SHINE EVEN BRIGHTER! Become a Strathmore Star and help bring joy and discovery to our community through the arts, education, and outreach programs. An enhanced Stars program will launch later this spring with increased opportunities to engage in the arts and get closer to the performance. Starting in May, new engagement opportunities will include: • VIP Experiences, including surprise treats, exclusive backstage access, and more • Inside Strathmore Events, with fellow Stars and our leadership team, on the Music Center stage • Shining Stars Loyalty Program, offering rewards just for being a frequent ticket buyer of Strathmore events Be on the lookout for these exciting changes! Of course, Stars will continue to receive advance notice of priority ticket presales, special pricing, and waived fees. To become a Star or to upgrade your current membership, visit Strathmore.org/Stars or call the Stars Services line at 301.581.5145.

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2015–2016 SEASON PREVIEW

HOLLY J.M. HALINIEWSKI

VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITS FINE ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE EXHIBITION Sat–Sun, Aug 1–23, 2015 The Fine AIR Class of 2015 culminates in this exhibit of new work from each artist, commissioned by Strathmore.

WOMEN CHEFS: ARTISTS IN THE KITCHEN Sat, Sept 5–Sun, Nov 8, 2015 A recipe for excellence! Strathmore whisks together an exhibit to honor women chefs complete with cooking demos, a film documentary, and more.

Sat, Nov 21, 2015–Sun, Jan 3, 2016 Local color takes on new meaning with this celebrated DC-area printmaker who found fame capturing the magic of the every day.

THE 82ND ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF FINE ART IN MINIATURE Sat, Nov 21, 2015–Sun, Jan 3, 2016 More than 700 mini masterpieces from around the world are on display in this amazing, juried exhibit.

JOHN HOOVER

JOSEPH CRAIG ENGLISH, PRINTMAKER, PAINTER, SCULPTOR A LOCAL LANDMARK 25TH ANNUAL STRATHMORE ARTISTS JURIED EXHIBITION Sat, Jan 9–Sun, Feb 21, 2016 Strathmore’s artist members are the lifeblood of our visual arts community; this juried exhibition of their best works is always a highlight.

BENJAMIN ABRAMOWITZ, 1917–2011 THE REDISCOVERY PROJECT Sat, Feb 27–Sun, April 17, 2016 A celebration of the DC artist’s two styles of Depressionera art: upbeat Work Projects Administration commissions and his own darker, more passionate social commentary.

KALEIDOSCOPES 200TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION Sat, April 23–Sun, June 5, 2016 Broaden your ’scope! More than 75 kaleidoscopes of every imaginable size, plus paintings, photos, and colorful lore, will be on display.

TURNING THE PAGE: CHILDREN’S BOOK ILLUSTRATIONS Sat, June 11–Sun, July 31, 2016 Whimsy and wonder go hand in hand when publishers, writers, and illustrators create art for the young at heart.

CHARLES KARADIMOS KALEIDOSCOPE

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Artist Spotlight

JACKIE EVANCHO At the age of 14, she’s an actress, a model, and, above all else, a singer. Jackie Evancho may be young, but her list of achievements is as lofty and clear as the notes she reached as an unknown Pittsburgh preteen on America’s Got Talent.

Few teenagers can say they’ve ruled the stage at the Music Center at Strathmore—but then Evancho has always been special. Ever since that day in a darkened theater when the music of The Phantom of the Opera grabbed hold of her heart and soul, Evancho’s been moving closer to a dream of creative expression few of us will ever know.

What we do know is that a talent like Evancho’s is a true treasure. Here are five fun facts we absolutely adore about the little girl with the voice of an angel who’s growing gracefully into superstardom.

JACKIE EVANCHO Sat, Oct 10, 2015, 8pm MUSIC CENTER

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Evancho is widely known as the world’s youngest opera singer and was the youngest performer to enter the Billboard charts at No. 1. In addition to being a gifted soprano, she also plays violin and piano.

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Evancho’s new album, Awakening, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Classical Albums chart.

Known for her philanthropy, Evancho does more than just sing at benefit concerts: in 2013 at the One Night for One Drop of World Water Day, she even joined Cirque du Soleil for the grand finale, flying in as an angel on a harness from the theater rooftop.

No diva here: In 2011 Evancho was named by the National League of Junior Cotillions as one of the Ten Best-Mannered People. Her specialty?

“Demonstrating humility and politeness as a young performer.”

“Anything I can do with my voice that’s good, I’ll try to do.”

— Jackie Evancho

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DAKOTA FINE

DAKOTA FINE

Where a la Carte Meets Performing Art

How do you amp up an evening out? Find a hot act in a cool new venue. Add a bar with carefully crafted cocktails, a discriminating wine list, and a menu that ranges from simple to sophisticated. And keep the music flowing.

“Genre-wise we want to do a lot of different things,” says Sam Brumbaugh, who as Strathmore’s new director of Programming is responsible for booking the venue. “It’s like this big jigsaw puzzle, booking a club– every weekend is different, and some nights we’ll take the tables out so people can dance. The area is blowing up, and we want to be eclectic.”

Brumbaugh insists “it’s not a supper club.” But in some ways AMP—down the road from Strathmore in the new Pike & Rose development—is a throwback to the days of swank, sophisticated bôites with fresh and fabulous music and food. It’s the venue of the moment through its balance of unique entertainment and innovative cuisine.

Michael Babin, Neighborhood Restaurant Group’s (NRG’s) award-winning chef and AMP’s menu mastermind, “has opened 23 restaurants,” says Brumbaugh. “He’s adaptable to every room, and our

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goal here is for the food to be a central part of the experience at AMP.” Babin’s collaborator—DC chef Jenn Crovato of NRG’s 550 Events and Provisions—explains: “People are expecting more now when they go out for an evening.

In the past you’d pick one venue—the theater or a restaurant—and you’d settle for concessions at a concert. At AMP, we’re offering so much more.”

Crovato says the menu at AMP will reflect the entertainment on the stage. Diners can choose individual entrees or share small plates, paninis, and flatbreads. “A lot of what we serve will be based on the crowd,” says Crovato who, with Brumbaugh and Babin, will create smart, seasonal menus to showcase the best local ingredients and celebrate the artistry onstage.

“The performance dictates the menu.”

Is Crovato up for the challenge of creating a menu of such distinction that it competes with some of the hot headliners Brumbaugh’s got lined up? She seems confident. “It’s not that I don’t want people to go to AMP for the performances—I do!” she says with a laugh. “But I hope that people come for the food too.”

REVAMP YOUR NIGHT OUT AT AMP Tickets for the Following Shows on Sale Now! New Shows Announced Monthly!

VINICIUS CANTUÁRIA SINGS JOBIM

Hometown hero brings Beethoven back to Rockville.

MIPSO

GABRIEL ALEGRÍA

Thu, March 26, 7:30pm Opening Nights!

Renegade roots music.

OF SON VOLT & UNCLE TUPELO

THE 9 SONGWRITER SERIES

Fri & Sat, March 6 & 7, 8pm Alt-country icon.

TOSHI REAGON & ALLISON MILLER BE STEADWELL

Sun, March 8, 7:30pm Unique, inspiring avant-garde pop and beatbox.

Fri, April 17, 8pm

Breezy bossa nova.

Wed, March 25, 8pm

JAY FARRAR

SOHEIL NASSERI

Fri, March 27, 7:30pm Nine local artists create a rich listening experience.

SUNLINER FEATURING SARAH SISKIND & TRAVIS BOOK Sat, May 9, 8pm Buoyant pop songs tell stories of love and heartbreak.

Sat, April 18, 8pm Joyous, jazzy, world music with a delightfully danceable beat.

CLAIRE LYNCH BAND Thu, April 23, 8pm Ballads, bluegrass, and a bit of clog dancing.

THE DUHKS Thu, May 14, 8pm Eclectic folk goes from Celtic to Cajun to samba to zydeco.

ALICE GERRARD

A TRIBUTE TO HAZEL & ALICE Wed & Thu, May 20 & 21, 8pm

YELLOW DUBMARINE Sat, March 28, 7:30pm

Folk legend follows the music.

American-reggae tribute to The Beatles.

AMIGOS BAND Thu, May 28, 8pm

LOWER DENS Thu, March 12, 8:15pm Baltimore-bred indie rock.

LOSTON HARRIS TRIO

TRIBUTE TO OLE BLUE EYES Fri, March 13, 8pm Suave, swingin’ sounds of Sinatra.

BLACK MASALA Thu, April 2, 8pm Musical melting pot of Balkan, Gypsy, and Appalachian sounds.

BOB MCDONALD Sat, April 4, 8pm Beloved local baritone brings theatrical favs to life.

THE MUSIC OF LADY DAY A TRIBUTE TO BILLIE HOLIDAY Thu, April 9, 8pm

DONAL FOX Fri, April 10, 8pm Classical jazz composer and pianist with an ear for improv.

OVER THE RAINBOW

THE SONGS OF HAROLD ARLEN Sat, March 14, 8pm

JOE ROBINSON

THE CRAWDADDIES & TOM PRINCIPATO BAND

Family-friendly kindie rock.

Thu, April 30, 8:15pm Nashville bluegrass with attitude.

JAYME STONE’S LOMAX PROJECT Fri, May 1, 8pm Deeply felt folk celebrates Alan Lomax’s legacy.

Talking Heads tribute band.

OMER AVITAL QUINTET Thu, May 7, 8pm

Harmonic-a-stonishing.

LERA LYNN Thu, April 16, 7:30pm Cool, complex country noir singer-songwriter.

AMP goes Broadway.

THE BAREFOOT MOVEMENT

Sat, May 2, 8pm

Fri, March 20, 7:30pm

Fri, May 29, 8pm

Sultry jams from the Jazz Age.

PSYCHO KILLERS

FRÉDÉRIC YONNET

MARK NADLER

Fri, April 24, 8pm

Rocking the bayou with Cajunzydeco-blues-ska roots rock.

Nashville meets Australia in a blaze of guitar.

Sat, March 21, 9 & 11am

THE ROARING ’20s SPEAKEASY MICHAEL MWENSO & THE SHAKES

Sat, April 11, 8pm

Thu, March 19, 7:30pm

THE NOT-ITS!

Daredevil harmony

CRAVIN’ DOGS Sat, May 30, 8pm Gonzo folk by hometown favorites. Come ready to rock.

RAUL MIDÓN Fri & Sat, June 5 & 6, 8pm Genre-defying singer, songwriter, and amigo cubano.

CHUCK BROWN BAND Sun, June 12, 8pm Godfather of Go Go’s legacy lives on.

Classically trained, critically acclaimed jazz.

ROBIN & LINDA WILLIAMS

SHENG WANG

Sat, June 27, 8pm

Fri, May 8, 8pm Observational comedy that’s fresh and honest.

Storytelling duo has made Americana music their own.

SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE AT AMPBYSTRATHMORE.COM

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STRATHMORE EDUCATION

ARTS FROM EVERY ANGLE Countless Ways to Dive in and Explore

Look at the arts through the prism that is Strathmore! We try to open as many portals as possible for you to interact with and learn about art, music, and creativity through programs like Art & Wine nights, preconcert discussions, and our new Arts & the Mind lecture series. See the following pages for Spring educational events.

CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES WITH DR. JESSICA KRASH: SONG AND DANCE

AMERICAN SONGBOOK & BROADWAY MASTER CLASS

Seminars: Sun, March 8 & 22, 1pm Concert: Sun, March 29, 1pm

Sun & Mon, March 22 & 23, 7pm

Explore dance-inspired chamber pieces by composers such as Bach, Schubert, and Rachmaninoff through a combination of lecture, coaching, and performance.

STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS MY SOUL SINGS! Dr. Rollo Dilworth, guest conductor & composer with Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras and Children of the Gospel Choir, a program of Washington Performing Arts Wed, June 10, 7:30pm Experience a compelling concert exploring the American spiritual, as composer-conductor Dr. Dilworth premieres two new works.

Levine Music’s Joyce Lundy leads an interactive exploration of Broadway and American Songbook repertoire, complete with breathing techniques and the fundamentals of dramatic interpretation. Audience members may attend one or both sessions.

SONGWRITING WORKSHOP: IN THE STYLE OF ROSANNE CASH Sun, April 12, 12pm Strathmore Artist in Residence alumnus Ted Garber helps you to workshop your tunes in a perfect prep for Cash’s show on Fri, April 17.

All skill levels welcome.

STRIKING CHORDS: A UKULELE WORKSHOP FOR EVERYONE Fri, April 24, 7pm Join Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna Victoria Vox prior to the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain’s concert on Sun, April 26, for a workshop for ukes, mandolins, guitars, and more. Ideal for beginners and experts alike.

L–R: STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS, DR. ROLLO DILWORTH, EDUCATION WORKSHOP BY JIM SAAH, VICTORIA VOX

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STRATHMORE EDUCATION

ARTS & THE MIND

Science and Sensibility

Stimulate your senses with a lecture series that picks up where our Arts & the Brain series left off.

Our five senses shape our understanding of the world, and art and science together are uniquely suited to explore this phenomenon. In this exciting new education program, five brilliant scientists and artists (and some who are both!) examine the intersection of science, medicine, art, and perception. Each lecture will include sensory elements, and you can greet presenters afterwards at a reception. Additional detail on these events and more at Strathmore.org.

COME TO YOUR SENSES: Science, Sensibility, and Scent Kóan Jeff Baysa M.D., Institute for Art and Olfaction

PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH: Evolving the Role of the Tactile Sense in Art Museums Rebecca McGinnis, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Thu, March 5, 7pm

Thu, May 14, 7pm

Explore the olfactory sense with Dr. Baysa, an expert on the intersection of medical science and contemporary art, as he shares his personal journey of parallel careers in medicine and art.

McGinnis shares how the Met is enlisting the power of touch to help those with disabilities to experience art.

DE-CONSTRUCTING SIGHT: When a Visual Artist Becomes a Visual Physician

BIRD WHALE BUG: Why Make Music with Nature?

David Rothenberg, Musician and Professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology

Satre Stuelke M.D., Radiologist and Artist

Thu, May 28, 7pm

Thu, March 26, 7pm

Enter the musical worlds of such creatures as the thrush nightingale, humpback whale, snowy tree cricket, and more.

Peek through the eyes of an artist and physician: this talk traces the anatomy of eyesight, vision and the mind, perception, and gaze.

TASTE AND KNOW: How Art, Science, and Technology Shape Our Relationship to Food Stefani Bardin, Artist

Curated by Virgil Wong, Artist/Researcher at Columbia University and Chief Executive Officer of Medical Avatar. Produced by Lauren Campbell, Director of Education at Strathmore.

Thu, May 7, 7pm Dig into topics ranging from eating for pure enjoyment to the impact of climate change on our food system.

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STRATHMORE EDUCATION

STRATHMORE INSTITUTE FOR ARTISTIC AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOMENT PRESENTS

Seminars for Career Musicians

It takes more than talent to make it as a performer. At Strathmore, our mission is to nurture artists, and nothing beats the kind of serious professional development information musicians receive at our seminars. Join us Saturday and Sunday, May 16 and 17 for a weekend of seminars that cover everything from getting the gig to marketing the music. We have a wealth of expert advice to help your career hit the high notes.

GET FUNDED! with Maureen Andary, Strathmore Artist in Residence aluma and multiple grant recipient

HOW TO AVOID COSTLY MISTAKES with John Simson, music industry specialist

DOES YOUR WEBSITE HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? with Patty Laing, music publicist

GETTING THE GIG & TOURING THE BAND with Ken Avis, music journalist, publicist, & guitarist

EFFECTIVE VIDEO MARKETING with Gemal Woods, Triangle Park Productions

BAND LEADING 101 with Charlie Barnett, composer & band leader

New! HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER INTENSIVE

Apply now for a select spot in the inaugural class of Strathmore’s Summer Intensive part of our Institute for Artistic and Professional Development.

This one-week program provides in-depth experience to outstanding high school instrumentalists as they consider a career in performing arts, including cross-genre collaborations, professional development seminars, a visit to a studio to record a demo, and a final performance at Strathmore’s new music club, AMP!

APPLICATIONS DUE WED, APRIL 1 DETAILS AT STRATHMORE.ORG CHRIS BACON

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VISUAL ARTS

Art Is in Full Bloom This Spring at Strathmore!

Current Exhibits Sat, March 7–Sun, May 31, 2015 MANSION

OPENING RECEPTION Sat, March 7, 7pm FREE (No reservations required)

IF THE SHOE FITS Learn about the art and sole of the shoe. Trace its footprint through history and culture. Part fantasy, part function, this exhibit looks at footwear from every angle and feet-ures shoe design, sculpture, and invention, plus a shoe painting workshop.

THE FLOOD REDUX: 5,000 YEARS LATER Painters Arlette Jassel, Michael Ross, and David Molesky share a water-infused vision in which the Earth’s oceans are changed and challenged by the results of human excess.

INVITATIONAL GALLERY

Art Ahead Sat, June 6–Sun, July 26, 2015 CREATIVE CRAFTS COUNCIL The CCC serves as an umbrella organization for nine guilds including goldsmiths, glassmakers, potters, and other craftspeople to create and show their fine art. This juried exhibit gathers the greatest works from the finest handcrafted art in the region.

PHYLLIS JAFFE, PAINTER Jaffe speaks in symbols and communicates through composition. In this exhibit, the artist (and seminary graduate) examines the cruciform as a religious symbol and so much more.

INVITATIONAL GALLERY

Please join us for the following programs, presented in conjunction with the current exhibit:

CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR Sat, March 7 & April 4, 10:15am TICKETS $5 (Reservations required)

Art & Wine Night Fri, April 3, 7pm TICKETS $35 (STARS $31.50) (Reservations required)

Curator’s Tour for Adults Sat, April 4, 1pm FREE (No reservations required)

Panel Discussion Sat, April 4, 2pm “A shoe is a shoe is a shoe” Designers, artists, and instructors discuss the delight and obsession with shoes.

FREE (No reservations required)

Pre-Tea Art Tours Tue & Wed, May 12 & 13, 12pm FREE (No reservations required)

MANSION HOURS Support for Visual Arts programming provided by

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

CLOCKWISE: ARLETTE JASSEL, WHEN THE SEAS RISE; CAROLIN HOLZHUBER, CONJOINED ILLUSION; MICHAEL ROSS, BACK

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SPRING CALENDAR MARCH 2015

PADDY MOLONEY THE CHIEFTAINS Your source for local news and entertainment for over 50 years.

Thank you to The Gazette, our media partner for the 2014–2015 season.

ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTS AFTERNOON TEA

See spring schedule on page 22.

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

AND SPECIAL GUESTS Wed, March 4, 8pm Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebration early with “that uniquely distinctive Chieftains sound—mellifluous one moment, rip-roaring the next” (BBC)!

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$78 (STARS $31.50–$70.20)

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Strathmore Presents

ANNAPOLIS SYMPHONY WITH SIMONE DINNERSTEIN Sun, March 1, 3pm Acclaimed Annapolis Symphony is joined by prominent pianist Simone Dinnerstein for an afternoon concert of works by Strauss, Ravel, and English poet and composer Arthur Bax. MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $10–$30 (STARS $9–$27)

ARTS & THE MIND: SCIENCE AND SENSIBILITY Thu, March 5 & 26, May 7, 14 & 28, 7pm Scientist-artists share their personal and professional journeys in fascinating examinations of the way we see, hear, smell, touch, and taste—and how our senses help us make sense of the world. Details on page 11.

MANSION TICKETS $25 (STARS $22.50)

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Thu, March 26, 8pm Jack Everly, conductor Experience the classic 1952 film on the big screen with live accompaniment by the BSO SuperPops.

Singin’ in the Rain features iconic dance and memorable tunes like “Make ’Em Laugh” and “Fit as a Fiddle.”

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Strathmore AIR Alumni

ISABELLE DE LEON Fri, March 6, 11am

A versatile drummer and composer, Isabelle De Leon returns to Strathmore with fresh arrangements of standards plus premieres a new composition that incorporates classical nuances within a jazz setting.

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

JONATHAN TIMMES

Strathmore Presents

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CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR: IF THE SHOE FITS Sat, March 7 & April 4, 10:15am The fine art of footwear comes alive for kids with an examination of our fascination with shoes, a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibit, and a handson activity that appeals to the artist in everyone.

MANSION $5 (Reservations required)

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE & SIMON TRPCESKI Sat, March 7, 8pm

Cristian Macelaru, conductor Simon Trpceski, piano The BSO meets the Bard in an evening of fantasy, magic, and romance! Shakespeare inspires Tchaikovsky’s Tempest FantasyOverture and Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture. Trpceski also plays Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 1.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$95

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CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES WITH DR. JESSICA KRASH: SONG AND DANCE Sun, March 8 & 22, 1pm Explore the elements of chamber music with pianist, composer, and educator Dr. Krash. Delve into the artistic landscape where music and dance interact, with Brahms, Bach, Fauré, and a host of intriguing instrumentals.

MANSION FREE (Reservations required)

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WEST SIDE STORY + ROMÉO ET JULIETTE Sun, March 8, 4pm

BERNSTEIN, West Side Story GOUNOD, Roméo et Juliette Two star-crossed lovers...two miraculous scores Shakespeare’s love story retold through a pairing of excerpts of the timeless music of Bernstein, sung in English, and Gounod, sung in French.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $20–$45

FEATURING THE DUXBURY WIND ENSEMBLE, STRING ENSEMBLE, AND CHAMBER SINGERS Mon, March 9, 7pm Award-winning music ensembles from Duxbury High School in Massachusetts perform works

by Shostakovich, Sibelius, Mendelssohn, and more–an evening of music perfect for a family night out.

MUSIC CENTER FREE (Reservations required) musiccelebrations.com/Duxbury-tickets

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MARK MEADOWS

Wed, March 11 & 25, 7:30pm A man of many hats: jazz pianist, bandleader, composer, and adjunct instructor at Duke Ellington School of the Arts.

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

MOZART’S GREAT MASS Thu, March 12, 8pm

Masaaki Suzuki, conductor Augustin Hadelich, violin University of Maryland Concert Choir Suzuki makes his BSO debut as he leads an all-Mozart program, including Violin Concerto No. 5 with Hadelich. The University of Maryland Concert Choir performs Mozart’s Great Mass with four talented soloists.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $40–$100

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CREATING THE MAGIC Sat, March 14, 7:30pm Sun, March 15, 2 & 6:30pm The rising stars of CityDance Conservatory create magic with this annual showcase.

CITYDANCE STUDIO THEATER TICKETS $25

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ANDRÁS SCHIFF, PIANO

WASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS ANDRÁS SCHIFF, PIANO Sun, March 15, 4pm Schiff is a pianist on a mission. His programs are laser-focused, whether concentrating on a single composer or on a specific theme. Mr. Schiff embarks on his newest project, entitled The Last Sonatas, comprising three recitals over two years and beginning this March with the antepenultimate sonatas of Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, and Beethoven. Presented by Washington Performing Arts and generously supported by Betsy and Robert Feinberg.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$75

JONATHAN TIMMES

Sun, March 15, 4pm

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OPERA AND JAZZ COLLIDE Thu, March 12, 11 am Caroline G. Gibson, soprano, sings pieces by Verdi, Mozart, Handel, and Gershwin, with Frank Conlon on the piano.

Karla Chisholm, indie jazz vocalist, completes the program with Steve Hom on the guitar.

MANSION FREE (No reservations required)

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STEVEN LIN, PIANO

HAYDN, Sonata No. 60 in C Major, Hob. XVI:50 BEETHOVEN, Sonata in E Major, Op. 109 MOZART, Sonata in C Major, K. 545 SCHUBERT, Sonata in C Minor, D. 958 MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $35–$75

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CALADH NUA

Mon, March 16, 7 & 9pm This tightly knit, vibrant band is making a worldwide name for themselves with their blend of traditional Irish music with an innovative contemporary flair.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

Thu, March 12, 7:30pm An artist destined for greatness!

This remarkable TaiwaneseAmerican pianist made his debut with the New York Philharmonic at age 13. Since then, Lin has performed around the world, winning competitions and pursuing degrees at Juilliard.

MANSION TICKETS $28 (STARS $25.20)

Music Center

BIRGITTA KOWSKY

STRINGS, WIND, AND CHOIR!

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

MARCH 2015

Music Celebrations International Presents

Mansion

Strathmore Presents A Special St. Patrick’s Day Concert

CARLOS NÚÑEZ AND FRIENDS

FEATURING THE SEAN CULKIN DANCERS AND THE WASHINGTON REVELS Tue, March 17, 8pm Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Galician bagpipe master Carlos Núñez, dancers from the Culkin School of Traditional Irish Dance, and the Washington Revels.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $22–$47 (STARS $19.80–$42.30)

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JAZZ IMPROV: A MUSICAL CONVERSATION WITH MARK MEADOWS Wed, March 18, 7:30pm The multidimensional pianist and vocalist Mark Meadows leads an engaging discussion centered on the remarkable similarities between jazz improv and spoken language; they’re basically one and the same!

MANSION FREE (Reservations required)

Community

Education

Strathmore Presents

TRIO CON BRIO COPENHAGEN

Thu, March 19, 7:30pm “Ravishing” and “evocative” are just some of the choice words The Washington Post has used to praise this trio, composed of Korean sisters Soo-Jin and Soo-Kyung Hong and Soo-Kyung Hong’s husband, Danish pianist Jens Elvekjaer.

MANSION TICKETS $30 (STARS $27)

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AMERICAN SONGBOOK & BROADWAY MASTER CLASS Sun & Mon, March 22 & 23, 7pm Broadway and American Songbook repertoire star in this master class with Levine Music’s Joyce Lundy. Lundy coaches talented young singers on the styles and techniques favored by the legendary Audra McDonald.

McDonald performs at the Music Center on Fri, March 27.

MANSION FREE (Reservations required), audience members may attend one or both sessions.

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

HAYDN AND RAVEL Sun, March 22, 3pm

Marin Alsop, conductor Sol Gabetta, cello Marin Alsop and the BSO bring the waltz to life as imagined by Ravel and Strauss in pre- and post-WWI Europe. Star cellist Sol Gabetta performs Haydn’s sparkling concerto.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$95

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Strathmore Education

ART, MIND & SENSE SERIES Thu, March 26, 7pm Sight Dr. Satre Stuelke A look at what’s inside, from the eyes and mind of a radiologist. Join Dr. Stuelke for an exploration of how art and medicine come together to illuminate everyday objects in beautiful and compelling ways.

MANSION TICKETS $25 (STARS $22.50)

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Thu, March 26, 8pm

Jack Everly, conductor Experience the classic 1952 film on the big screen with live accompaniment by the BSO SuperPops. Singin’ in the Rain features iconic dance scenes and memorable tunes like “Make ’Em Laugh” and “Fit as a Fiddle.”

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $50–$110

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MATT HAIMOVITZ, CELLO BACH LISTENING ROOM

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH THE NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC! The National Philharmonic kicks off its spring season with pianist Haochen Zhang, Gold Medal winner of the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, playing the “Mount Everest” of piano concertos—the Rachmaninoff Concerto No. 3, on Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29. This special evening, under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski, also features Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet OvertureFantasy, in which doomed love resonates deeply as Shakespeare’s tragedy and the composer’s tortured personal life collide in this dramatic masterpiece.

On Saturday, April 11, outstanding vocalists Rosa Lamoreaux and Magdalena Wór are showcased in Bach’s St. John Passion, which remains one of the most deeply affecting and riveting masterworks in this genre. Christopher Taylor joins the Philharmonic on Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3, to play Mozart’s moving Piano Concerto No. 21.

The concert also features Mozart’s last symphony, the powerful No. 41 (Jupiter), an optimistic, triumphant, and deservedly popular work.

The 2014–2015 season concludes Saturday, May 30, with Fauré’s famous Requiem and Brahms’ masterpiece, the Serenade No. 2. Always an audience favorite, the Serenade is one of the composer’s first orchestral works, written before he moved on to large symphonies and concertos.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$84, KIDS AGES 7–17 FREE COMPLIMENTARY PARKING NATIONALPHILHARMONIC.ORG | 301.581.5100

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Fri, March 27, 7 & 9pm

CELLO MASTER CLASS WITH MATT HAIMOVITZ Sat, March 28, 11am Cellist Matt Haimovitz inspires classical music lovers with his artistry and passionate music.

Haimovitz will mentor Levine’s talented cellists in this master class. Presented in collaboration with Strathmore.

STUDIO 309 FREE (Reservations required) LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

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CYCLES: THE MUSIC OF JOHN COLTRANE

Join Haimovitz as he revisits Bach’s cello suites, adding exciting new overtures to each to reflect the influence of music from around the globe— including the works of Philip Glass and Wolfgang Rihm.

MANSION TICKETS $32 (STARS $28.80)

Sat, March 28, 7pm

Strathmore Presents

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Fri, March 27, 6:30pm

Audra-ology: Explore McDonald’s vocal technique, iconic status, and genre-defying career path through opera, art, song, and Broadway; it’s the story of a star complete with piano and vocal demonstrations, led by Levine Music’s, Kevin Kuchar.

EDUCATION CENTER ROOM 402 FREE WITH CONCERT TICKET Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

AUTUMN DE WILDE

Haochen Zhang

Levine Music

Levine faculty artists present a concert focusing on the music of jazz saxophonist and composer John Coltrane. Coltrane’s music continues to be some of the most engaging and exciting jazz music of the last century.

STUDIO 309 TICKETS $15–$20 LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

National Philharmonic

RACHMANINOFF’S PIANO CONCERTO NO. 3 Sat, March 28, 8pm Sun, March 29, 3pm Haochen Zhang, piano Piotr Gajewski, conductor TCHAIKOVSKY, Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy RIMSKY-KORSAKOV, Capriccio Espagnol RACHMANINOFF, Piano Concerto No. 3 MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$84

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CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT WITH DR. JESSICA KRASH: SONG AND DANCE Sun, March 29, 1pm Engage every bit of your brain through lecture, coaching session, lively discussion, and chamber music performance.

Pianist, composer, and educator Dr. Krash explores the territory between music and dance with some help from local musicians.

MANSION TICKETS $15

ART & WINE NIGHT: IF THE SHOE FITS Fri, April 3, 7pm

Elevate your cocktail hour. Art & Wine Night combines a convivial atmosphere with a wonderful exhibit. It’s a great way to enjoy art and wine with friends; to relax, recharge, mingle, and create.

MANSION TICKETS $35 (STARS $31.50)

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CURATOR’S TOUR FOR ADULTS: IF THE SHOE FITS Sat, April 4, 1pm

Go behind the fantasy of shoes as art and get a glimpse into the sole of the artist. The curator’s tour brings you into the exhibit for an unlaced look at shoes from design to execution.

MANSION FREE (No reservations required)

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Strathmore Artist in Residence

MARIAN MCLAUGHLIN

Wed, April 8 & 22, 7:30pm

JONATHAN TIMMES

“She’s an artist on her own path, making music like few others,” says NPR’s Bob Boilen of songstress McLaughlin. Explore the boundaries of folk music with McLaughlin’s expressive guitar and evocative vocals.

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

OFF THE CUFF: TCHAIKOVSKY: MAD BUT FOR MUSIC

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BACH’S ST. JOHN PASSION Sat, April 11, 8pm Rosa Lamoreaux, soprano Magdalena Wór, mezzo-soprano Rufus Müller, tenor (Evangelist) Matthew Smith, tenor Andrew McLaughlin, baritone (Jesus) Christòpheren Nomura, baritone Victoria Gau, conductor One of the most deeply affecting and riveting masterworks in the genre.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$84

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SONGWRITING WORKSHOP: IN THE STYLE OF ROSANNE CASH Sun, April 12, 12pm Cash’s music fuses country, blues, rock, folk, jazz, and pop.

Strathmore Artist in Residence alumnus Ted Garber helps you study the components of successful songwriting and workshop your tunes before Cash’s April 17 show.

MANSION TUITION $65 (STARS $58.50)

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MIRANDA CUCKSON, VIOLIN Thu, April 9, 7:30pm “An artist to be reckoned with” (Gramophone), violinist and violist Miranda Cuckson is at home in a wide range of repertoire, from early eras to the most current creations.

MANSION TICKETS $25 (STARS $22.50)

Music Center

Mansion

MAKE MUSIC ALL YEAR LONG AT LEVINE MUSIC! LESSONS AND CLASSES AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SPRING.

Fri, April 10, 8:15pm Marin Alsop, conductor Didi Balle, director & playwright-in-residence Enjoy dramatic interpretation that breaks down the musical elements that give this masterpiece its hyper-Romantic character, followed by the work in its entirety.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $40–$100

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

TCHAIKOVSKY’S SYMPHONY NO. 5

MARCH 2015 | APRIL 2015

Strathmore Visual Arts

Levine Presents Concert Series

CYCLES: THE MUSIC OF JOHN COLTRANE Sat, March 28, 7pm Jazz saxophonist and composer John Coltrane continually pushed the boundaries of jazz composition and improvisation. Forever changing the established, standard song forms of his time, Coltrane’s music continues to be some of the most engaging, challenging, and exciting jazz music of the last century.

STUDIO 309, TICKETS $15–$20

CONFLUX: INDIAN, JAZZ, AND CLASSICAL IMPROVISATIONS Sat, May 9, 7pm The language of improvisation blurs boundaries between Indian, jazz, and contemporary classical music. These styles will be interwoven using jazz rhythmic concepts and harmony, Indian ragas, and contemporary timbral and compositional ideas.

Indian flute, saxophones, upright bass, and shekere combine for constantly shifting textures of sound.

STUDIO 309, TICKETS $15–$20

ACT TWO @ LEVINE PRESENTS CINDERELLA Fri–Sun, April 24–26, 2 & 7pm First Act, Act Two @ Levine’s middle school musical theatre program, presents a fully staged musical of the timeless tale, Cinderella. A wonderful event for the whole family, Cinderella will enchant and enrapture you through its charming music and story.

STUDIO 405, TICKETS $15–$20 LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

Sun, April 12, 3pm Marin Alsop, conductor Adam Walker, flute SHOSTAKOVICH, Festive Overture PUTS, Flute Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY, Symphony No. 5 Symphony No. 5, the second masterpiece of Tchaikovsky’s great final symphonic trilogy, takes you on a journey from selfdoubt to seeming triumph.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$95 Community

Education

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THE MAGIC OF MUSIC MEETS THE PASSION OF YOUTH

Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras celebrates the Music Center’s 10th Anniversary this spring!

For a musical experience rivaling those of many professional symphonies but for half the ticket price, you can enjoy a wonderful concert in a world-class venue. Support tomorrow’s musicians today!

2015 CONCERT DATES

WEST SIDE STORY + ROMÉO ET JULIETTE Sun, March 8, 4pm A concert collaboration between Young Artists of America and the MCYO Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras, presenting the great musical by Leonard Bernstein and the timeless opera in French by Charles Gounod in a unique production.

SPANISH NIGHTS Wed, May 20, 7:30pm Final concert featuring Young Artists of America and the MCYO Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras, presenting the premier of two new commissions in honor of the Music Center’s 10th Anniversary!

Strathmore AIR Workshop

Strathmore Presents

Wed, April 15, 7:30pm

Fri, April 17, 8pm

THOSE WHO WISH TO SING WILL ALWAYS FIND A SONG WITH MARIAN MCLAUGHLIN Go behind the scenes of McLaughlin’s creative process, learn how she harnesses imagination, intuition, and instinct to approach songwriting in an unconventional and exciting way.

MANSION FREE (Reservations required)

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ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK ENGELBERT CALLING TOUR Wed, April 15, 8pm British pop legend Engelbert Humperdinck has sold more than 150 million records, charting such hits as “Release Me,” “The Last Waltz,” “After the Lovin’,” “There Goes My Everything,” and “Am I That Easy to Forget.”

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $38–$88 (STARS $34.20–$79.20)

Attend master class collaborations with Strathmore Education, Washington Performing Arts, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and the National Philharmonic. Visit mcyo.org for dates and details.

MCYO Alumni: Please contact Cheryl@mcyo.org.

We want to hear an update from you!

Visit mcyo.org or call 301.581.5208 for more information.

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The eldest daughter of country music icon Johnny Cash has carved out her own fiercely independent career. Cash explores her Southern roots on her critically acclaimed new album The River & The Thread.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $27–$68 (STARS $24.30–$61.20)

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MUSIC BOX: ON SAFARI

Sat, April 18, 10 & 11:30am Adventure awaits as your family is whisked away to enjoy a musical safari full of elephants, giraffes, lions, and zebras. For children 6 months to 3 years old.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $15

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SONGWRITING WORKSHOP Sat, April 18, 5pm Join renowned songwriter and teacher Paul Reisler for Harmony and Chord Substitution, an exciting songwriting workshop in which students will learn how to set chords to a melody and create emotion through harmony.

STUDIO 114 FREE (Reservations required) LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

TICKETS FROM $15. Special group discounts available.

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

ROSANNE CASH THE RIVER & THE THREAD IN CONCERT

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ISRAELI CHAMBER PROJECT Thu, April 16, 7:30pm DEBUSSY, Sonata for Flute, Viola & Harp JOLIVET, Chant de Linus for Flute, Harp & String Trio ZOHAR SHARON, The Ice Palace SCHUMANN, Piano Quartet MANSION TICKETS $28 (STARS $25.20)

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PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION Sat, April 18, 8pm

Peter Oundjian, conductor Katherine Needleman, oboe HAYDN, Symphony No. 96, Miracle VAUGHAN WILLIAMS, Oboe Concerto MUSSOURGSKY (Arr. Ravel), Pictures at an Exhibition Experience the orchestral color, sonic impact, and excitement of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $40–$100

Levine Music

ACT TWO @ LEVINE: CINDERELLA

SUNDAY MORNING SPOTLIGHT

Sunday Morning Spotlight features MCYO student chamber groups and very talented artistic staff, including Artistic Director Jonathan Carney in an intimate setting with off the cuff musical insights.

CITYDANCE STUDIO THEATER TICKETS $15 AT THE DOOR

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JAZZ FEST MASTER CLASS: VIJAY IYER, PIANO Sun, April 19, 1pm Join 2013 MacArthur Genius Grant recipient and Grammynominated jazz pianist Vijay Iyer in a free master class featuring students from the Levine Music Jazz Program. Part of the 2015 Levine JazzFest.

STUDIO 309 FREE (Reservations required) LEVINEMUSIC.ORG/JAZZFEST

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BEETHOVEN, Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Waldstein, Op. 53 PROKOFIEV, Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 29 CHOPIN, Selected Mazurkas LISZT, Hungarian Rhapsody No. 15, S.244/15, Rákóczi March MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $40–$95

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Neill enthralls audiences with her original compositions and the Irish jigs and reels, Finnish tangos, and Lithuanian dances that she has collected on her travels. Neill is joined by cellist Norilo.

MANSION TICKETS $25 (STARS $22.50)

Music Center

Mansion

Strathmore Education

STRIKING CHORDS: A UKULELE WORKSHOP FOR EVERYONE Fri, April 24, 7pm Join Strathmore’s ukulele community for a workshop and strum-along! Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna Victoria Vox leads you in tunes that the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain will play on the Music Center stage April 26. All skill levels welcome!

MANSION TICKETS $40 (STARS $36)

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JULIE ANDREWS

Wed, April 22, 8pm

Thu, April 23, 7:30pm

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AN EVENING WITH

EVGENY KISSIN, PIANO

LILY NEILL, HARP & VESA NORILO, CELLO

Students of Levine Music’s First Act program present the staged musical version of this timeless classic.

STUDIO 405 TICKETS FROM $17 LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

CONVERSATION, STORIES & CLIPS PETER MARKS, MODERATOR WITH MUSIC BY STRATHMORE CHILDREN’S CHORUS Sat, April 25, 9pm Legendary Julie Andrews headlines Strathmore’s 10th Anniversary Spring Gala.

Moderated by The Washington Post Theater critic Peter Marks, Andrews shares highlights from her award-winning, decades spanning career.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $65-$175 (STARS $58.50-$157.50)

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UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN Sun, April 26, 4pm This gifted group of ukulele virtuosos has won fans with their all-uke versions of classics from Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries” to Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit.”

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $18–$48 (STARS $16.20–$43.20)

Community

Education

RODNEY BAILEY

Fri–Sun, April 24–26, 2 & 7pm

Sun, April 19, 11am

Strathmore Presents

MAY 2015

Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras

HISTORIC HOME TOURS

Join us for guided tours illuminating the history, architecture, and personal stories of the Mansion at Strathmore.

Thu, March 26; Fri, April 17 & Thu, May 21, 11am MANSION FREE (Reservations required) WorldStrides Heritage Performance Programs

FESTIVAL OF GOLD ST. MARY APOSTOLIC CHURCH ARMENIAN MUSIC Mon, April 27, 8pm Concert celebrates the very best in music education by featuring bands, choirs, and orchestras from schools and communities across America.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $48–$88

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

TCHAIKOVSKY’S PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1 Thu, May 7, 8pm

Marin Alsop, conductor Lukáš Vondrácek, piano RIMSKY-KORSAKOV, Russian Easter Overture TCHAIKOVSKY, Piano Concerto No. 1 PROKOFIEV, Symphony No. 7 MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $40–$100

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Strathmore Presents

Levine Music

Fri, May 1, 8pm

CONFLUX: INDIAN, JAZZ & CLASSICAL IMPROVISATION

Meet The Beatles in a whole new way! The artistry of four lads from Liverpool gets the multimedia treatment in a show that transcends conventional concerts and creates a new way of experiencing music.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $48–$88 (STARS $43.20–$79.20)

Sat, May 9, 7pm Explore the common language of improvisation as it blurs the boundaries between Indian music, jazz, and contemporary classical music in this concert presented by Levine faculty artists.

STUDIO 309 TICKETS$15–$20 LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

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National Philharmonic

Strathmore Presents

Sat, May 2, 8pm & Sun, May 3, 3pm

Sat, May 9, 8pm

RAIN—A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

MOZART’S JUPITER SYMPHONY

Christopher Taylor, pianist Piotr Gajewski, conductor MOZART, Overture to the Marriage of Figaro Piano Concerto No. 21 Symphony No. 41 (Jupiter) MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$84

AN EVENING WITH SHIRLEY MACLAINE Academy Award-winning actress, dancer, and author Shirley MacLaine shares her life stories and speaks her truth as a longtime advocate for civil rights and liberties, women’s rights, and spiritual understanding— insightful, outspoken, and outrageously entertaining!

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

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Levine Music

THE MUSIC OF JIMI HENDRIX

Save the Date!

DISCOVER STRATHMORE

Fri, May 29, 7pm

Sun, June 7, 12pm

A day full of free music and dance performances, workshops, artistic demonstrations, and hands-on art activities celebrating the creative culture of the Carribean.

STRATHMORE CAMPUS, FREE (No reservations required).

Strathmore AIR Alumni

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Fri, May 15, 11am

Sat, May 16, 8pm

Saxophonist and composer Elijah Jamal Balbed has been inspired by American hard bop jazz pianist Cedar Walton. In this concert, Balbed’s East Coast Collective pays tribute to the late Walton.

MANSION TICKETS $17 (STARS $15.30)

Mario Venzago, conductor Oliver Schnyder, piano SCHUBERT: Symphony No. 8, (Unfinished) HAYDN: Harpsichord Concerto in D Major STRAUSS: Don Juan DEBUSSY: La Mer MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$95

ELIJAH JAMAL BALBED

DEBUSSY & DON JUAN

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JONATHAN TIMMES

Suzuki Association of the Greater Washington Area

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SEMINARS FOR CAREER MUSICIANS

Sat & Sun, May 16 & 17 There’s no substitute for talent, hard work, and determination.

But if you’re considering a career as a performer, these workshops and seminars can add practical skills and valuable networking opportunities to your repertoire.

Details on page 12.

MANSION TICKETS $18

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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

MUSIC BOX: IN THE TREETOPS

45TH ANNUAL SAGWA STRING FESTIVAL Sun, May 17, 2pm

Hear the artists of tomorrow as 300 hundred young violinists and cellists perform works by Bach, Beethoven, Paganini, Suk, and others, led by guest clinician and international soloist, Brian Lewis.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $15, SAGWA.ORG

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SPANISH NIGHTS Wed, May 20, 7pm

Final concert featuring Young Artists of America, the MCYO Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras, presents the premier of two new commissions in honor of the Music Center’s 10th Anniversary MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $20–$25

Sat, May 16, 10 & 11:30am The cacophony of the rainforest comes to life through the sounds of exotic birds, monkeys, and more! For children 6 months to 3 years old.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $15

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Outside Presenter

POTOMAC VALLEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA SPRING GALA 2015 Fri, May 22, 7pm PVYO presents its annual Spring Gala celebrating 24 years of musical excellence. The PVYO Philharmonia, Symphony Orchestra, Concert Orchestra, Preparatory Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Flute Choir, and Clarinet Choir will perform.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $16–$20

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STRAUSS’S FOUR LAST SONGS Sat, May 23, 8pm

Markus Stenz, conductor Heidi Melton, soprano WEBER, Der Freischütz Overture STRAUSS, Four Last Songs SCHUMANN, Symphony No. 2 Conductor Markus Stenz brings panache and depth to signature German repertoire, including Schumann’s Second Symphony.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $32–$95

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A TRIBUTE TO JOHN WILLIAMS Thu, May 28, 8pm

Jack Everly, conductor The works of famed film composer Williams are nothing short of brilliant. Celebrate this iconic contemporary composer and hear your favorite themes from blockbusters such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Empire of the Sun, and more.

MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $50–$110

Rock out to tunes by one of the most revolutionary electric guitarists of all time!

American singer and songwriter Jimi Hendrix expanded the vocabulary of the electric rock guitar more than any other artist. The concert showcases Levine’s rock faculty artists.

STUDIO 309 TICKETS $15-$20 LEVINEMUSIC.ORG

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JAZZ JAM

Sat, May 30, 7pm In a fun and structured environment facilitated by Levine jazz faculty, musicians get the chance to play and improvise on well-known jazz standards. All instruments and skill levels are welcome to attend.

STUDIO 309 TICKETS $5 AT THE DOOR

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FAURÉ’S REQUIEM Sat, May 30, 8pm

Julie Keim, soprano Andrew McLaughlin, baritone National Philharmonic Chorale Piotr Gajewski, conductor BRAHMS, Serenade No. 2 FAURÉ, Requiem MUSIC CENTER TICKETS $28–$84

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CENTRO ESPANOL DE WASHINGTON, DC: SPANISH FESTIVAL Sun, May 31, 12pm This flamenco festival makes you feel like you’re at the fairgrounds of Seville with live music, dance, and tasty Spanish tapas.

STRATHMORE GROUNDS FREE

SPRING CALENDAR—BY GENRE

See the chronological calendar for detailed information AMERICAN SONGBOOK BROADWAY

BSO: MOZART’S GREAT MASS

MCYO: SPANISH NIGHTS

LEVINE: JAZZ JAM

WPA: ANDRÁS SCHIFF, PIANO

POTOMAC VALLEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA Fri, May 22

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BSO: STRAUSS’S FOUR LAST SONGS

Wed, April 8 & 22

Thu, March 12

BSO: SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Thu, March 26

Sun, March 15

TRIO CON BRIO COPENHAGEN

AUDRA MCDONALD

Thu, March 19

Fri, March 27

BSO: HAYDN AND RAVEL

LEVINE: CINDERELLA

Fri–Sun, April 24–26

JULIE ANDREWS

Sun, March 22

MATT HAIMOVITZ, CELLO Fri, March 27

Sat, April 25

NP: RACHMANINOFF’S PIANO CONCERTO NO. 3

AN EVENING WITH SHIRLEY MACLAINE

Sat & Sun, March 28 & 29

Sat, May 9

————————————————— BLUES/JAZZ/SOUL AIR: MARK MEADOWS Wed, March 11 & 25

DCFMC: OPERA AND JAZZ COLLIDE Thu, March 12

LEVINE: CYCLES: THE MUSIC OF JOHN COLTRANE Sat, March 28

AIR ALUMNI: ELIJAH JAMAL BALBED Fri, May 15

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT WITH DR. JESSICA KRASH Sun, March 29

Sat, May 30

BSO: MUSIC BOX: ON SAFARI Sat, April 18

BSO: MUSIC BOX: IN THE TREETOPS Sat, May 16

————————————————— CLASSICAL ANNAPOLIS SYMPHONY WITH SIMONE DINNERSTEIN Sun, March 1

BSO: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE & SIMON TRPCESKI Sat, March 7

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK ENGELBERT CALLING TOUR

CITYDANCE: CREATING THE MAGIC

ROSANNE CASH: THE RIVER & THE THREAD

Sat & Sun, March 14 & 15

Wed, April 15

Fri, April 10

Thu, March 5 & 26; May 7, 14 & 28

NP: BACH’S ST. JOHN PASSION

CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES WITH DR. JESSICA KRASH

Sat, April 11

BSO: TCHAIKOVSKY’S SYMPHONY NO. 5

Sun, March 8, 22 & 29

UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN RAIN—A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Fri, May 1

LEVINE: THE MUSIC OF JIMI HENDRIX Fri, May 29

AIR WORKSHOP: JAZZ IMPROV: A MUSICAL CONVERSATION WITH MARK MEADOWS

ISRAELI CHAMBER PROJECT

Wed, March 18

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BSO: PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION

AMERICAN SONGBOOK & BROADWAY MASTER CLASS

PADDY MOLONEY THE CHIEFTAINS AND SPECIAL GUESTS

Sat, April 18

Sun & Mon, March 22 & 23

MCYO: SUNDAY MORNING SPOTLIGHT

HISTORIC HOME TOURS

WPA: EVGENY KISSIN, PIANO

LEVINE: CELLO MASTER CLASS WITH MATT HAIMOVITZ

Sun, April 19

Wed, April 22

Thu, April 23

SONGWRITING WORKSHOP: IN THE STYLE OF ROSANNE CASH Sun, April 12

FESTIVAL OF GOLD ST. MARY APOSTOLIC CHURCH ARMENIAN MUSIC Mon, April 27

BSO: TCHAIKOVSKY’S PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1 BSO: DEBUSSY & DON JUAN Sat, May 16

Sun, May 17

Community

Thu, March 26; Fri, April 17 & Thu, May 21

Sat, March 28

LILY NEILL, HARP, & VESA NORILO, CELLO

SUZUKI ASSOCIATION OF THE GREATER WASHINGTON AREA 45TH ANNUAL SAGWA STRING FESTIVAL Mansion

————————————————— DANCE

Sun, April 26

Thu, May 7

Music Center

Fri, March 6

ARTS & THE MIND: SCIENCE AND SENSIBILITY LECTURE SERIES

STRINGS, WIND, AND CHOIR! FEATURING THE DUXBURY WIND ENSEMBLE, STRING ENSEMBLE, AND CHAMBER SINGERS

Thu, March 12

Sat, May 30

AIR ALUMNI: ISABELLE DE LEON

BSO: OFF THE CUFF: TCHAIKOVSKY: MAD BUT FOR MUSIC

Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3

STEVEN LIN, PIANO

NP: FAURÉ’S REQUIEM

Thu, April 9

YAA & MCYO: WEST SIDE STORY + ROMÉO ET JULIETTE

Mon, March 9

Thu, May 28

————————————————— POP/ROCK

Fri, April 17

NP: MOZART’S JUPITER SYMPHONY

Sun, March 8

BSO: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN WILLIAMS

AIR: MARIAN MCLAUGHLIN

————————————————— EDUCATION

Thu, April 16

————————————————— CHILDREN

Sat, May 23

Sat, May 30

MIRANDA CUCKSON, VIOLIN

Sun, April 12

LEVINE: JAZZ JAM

Wed, May 20

AIR WORKSHOP: THOSE WHO WISH TO SING WILL ALWAYS FIND A SONG WITH MARIAN MCLAUGHLIN Wed, April 15

LEVINE: SONGWRITING WORKSHOP Sat, April 18

LEVINE: JAZZ FEST MASTER CLASS WITH VIJAY IYER, PIANO Sun, April 19

STRIKING CHORDS: A UKULELE WORKSHOP FOR EVERYONE Fri, April 24

SEMINARS FOR CAREER MUSICIANS Sat & Sun, May 16 & 17

Wed, March 4

CALADH NUA

Mon, March 16

CARLOS NÚÑEZ AND FRIENDS FEATURING THE SEAN CULKIN DANCERS AND THE WASHINGTON REVELS Tues, March 17

LEVINE: CONFLUX: INDIAN, JAZZ & CLASSICAL IMPROVISATION Sat, May 9

CENTRO ESPANOL DE WASHINGTON DC SPANISH FESTIVAL Sun, May 31

————————————————— VISUAL ARTS CHILDREN’S TALK & TOUR Sat, March 7 & April 4

ART & WINE NIGHT Fri, April 3

CURATOR’S TOUR FOR ADULTS Sat, April 4

PANEL DISCUSSION Sat, April 4

Education

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SAVOR THE SWEETNESS

SPRING TEA Experience Afternoon Tea at Strathmore; live music, specially blended tea, and a selection of savory and sweet treats combine to bring charm to your day.

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Fran Hrastar, piano Meg Baker, harp & piano Carol Rose Duane, harp & piano Lily Chang, piano Norm Katz, piano Specialty Tea: Irish Tea, Abigail Palmer, harp Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar John Dassoulas, piano Specialty Tea: Asian Tea Judith Mostyn White, harp Noreen Friedman, flute & Bob Wysong, guitar

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Specialty Tea: Japanese Tea Washington Toho Koto Society Karen Ashbrook, dulcimer & flute & Paul Oorts, guitar Specialty Tea: Scottish Tea Jo Morrison, harp & Wayne Morrison, bagpipes John Dassoulas, piano Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar Specialty Tea: Italian Tea Rigatoni Brothers—Paul Oorts, mandolin & Jay Benforado, mandolin Abigail Palmer, harp Mike Gold, piano Specialty Tea: Israeli Tea Noreen Friedman, flute, & Bob Wysong, guitar Becky Dukes, piano

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Specialty Tea: Cinco de Mayo Tea Cristian Perez, guitar Specialty Tea: Chocolate Tea Jo Morrison, harp & Wayne Morrison, bagpipes Specialty Tea: Mother’s Appreciation Tea, Norm Katz, piano John Dassoulas, piano Becky Dukes, piano Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar Fran Hrastar, piano Abigail Palmer, harp Judith Mostyn White, harp

AFTERNOON TEA Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and select Saturdays at 1pm.

SPRING SPECIALTY TEAS

Take a Trip around the World with Our Specialty Teas This Spring

IRISH TEA Tues, March 17 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with scones, tea, and traditional Celtic music.

ISRAELI TEA Tues, April 28

Inquire about available vegetarian options when reserving.

ASIAN TEA

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

Wed, March 25 Afternoon tea infused with music and food from Japan, China, and Korea.

CINCO DE MAYO TEA Tues, May 5 Soak up the vibrant flavors and sunny culture of Mexico in a delightful, tea-centric way.

JAPANESE TEA Wed, April 1

CHOCOLATE TEA Tues, May 6

Japanese-inspired tea and treats paired with music from the Washington Toho Koto Society.

Indulge in a chocolate tasting from The Perfect Truffle in Frederick, Maryland, and chocolate teas.

Pre-paid, non-refundable reservations required, call 301.581.5108.

SCOTTISH TEA Wed, April 8 Bagpipes and a spread fit for the bonny banks of Loch Lomond.

ITALIAN TEA Sat, April 18 Enjoy delicacies from la cucina and music by the mandolin-playing Rigatoni Brothers.

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An authentic and meaningful taste of the Holy Land at this poignant time of year.

MOTHER’S APPRECIATION TEA Sat, May 9 Treat mom to a special Saturday tea to show your love and appreciation.

GENERAL INFORMATION ORDER NOW!

WWW.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 weekdays 10am–5pm.

CONTACT INFORMATION Web:

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

GROUP TICKETS 301.581.5199

STRATHMORE WELCOMES PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES Every seating section in the Concert Hall includes wheelchair-accessible seating. The Mansion at Strathmore is wheelchair accessible.

Mansion at Strathmore 10701 Rockville Pike North Bethesda, MD 20852-3224 Music Center at Strathmore 5301 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, MD 20852-3385

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.

JIM SAAH

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

CHILDREN

Assistive-listening devices are available in the Concert Hall.

Sign-interpreted performances are available by request.

Accommodations subject to availability; please make requests by calling the Ticket Office 14 days in advance of performance.

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

DIRECTIONS Strathmore is located on Rockville Pike (Route 355), half a mile north of the Capital Beltway and 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 Circle Plaza 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–Friday.

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

For complete driving, Metro, bus, and parking information, visit Strathmore’s website at www.strathmore.org and click on “Plan Your Visit.”

HOURS OF OPERATION TICKET OFFICE

MANSION: SHOP & GALLERIES

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 10am–5pm Wed: 10am–9pm Sat: 10am–2pm Closed Sun Also open 60-minutes prior to performances through intermission in the Music Center.

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

PRELUDE CAFÉ Mon–Sat 11am–3pm Performances: open two hours prior to Concert Hall performance start time

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

SPRING CAMPUS CLOSINGS Mon, May 25: Campus closed in Observance of Memorial Day.

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NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 1763 SUBURBAN, MD

Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc. 5301 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, MD 20852-3385

Strathmore is partially funded by operating grants from: Customer Number

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Our fabulous art instructors take campers on a journey through visual arts, exposing young minds to creative art making in a fun environment.

TEEN ART CAMP Mon-Fri, July 27–31, 9am–3pm For students entering grades 7–12

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