Strathmore Summer 2011 Newsletter

STRATHMOREnews June–August 2011

Volume 24

McKnight’s Tale An R&B Star Goes Acoustic, page 13

Strathmore Live Preview the 2011–2012 Season, pages 14–17

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Summer at Strathmore Board of Directors Brian McKnight: Just Me Tour

Officers Nancy E. Hardwick, Chair William G. Robertson, Vice Chair Dale S. Rosenthal, Treasurer Jerome W. Breslow, Esq., Secretary

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Joseph F. Beach Robert G. Brewer, Jr., Esq. Dickie S. Carter Hope B. Eastman, Esq. Starr G. Ezra The Hon. Nancy Floreen Sol Graham Thomas H. Graham Paul L. Hatchett Dianne Kay Delia K. “Dede” Lang Carolyn P. Leonard Hon. Laurence Levitan James F. Mannarino J. Alberto Martinez, MD Caroline Huang McLaughlin Thomas A. Natelli Kenneth O’Brien DeRionne P. Pollard Donna Rattley Washington Gabriel Romero Wendy J. Susswein Carol A. Trawick Regina Brady Vasan James S. Whang

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Nancy Wilson’s Triumph

PHOTOS: JIM SAAH

Legendary Nancy Wilson returned to Strathmore and sold out the house on April 22. She marked the occasion with a donation of two of her gowns to the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History.

Pictured: Strathmore CEO Eliot Pfanstiehl (center) with Director Brent D. Glass (left) and Curator of American Music John Edward Hasse (right) of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History.

Cover Image: Brian McKnight Images On This Page: Top Row: Brian McKnight; Bottom (L-R) TAIKOZA by lois greenfield; Creative Crafts council, Wilmer Wilson IV, Folk Tale (detail); Brian Stokes Mitchell; Tea by Veronika Lukasova

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FRIDAY, JULY 22, 8PM Co-Produced with Blues Alley

Mandy Patinkin

Music Center Concerts Mandy Patinkin: Dress Casual with Paul Ford on Piano JUNE 9 & 10, 8PM Big-screen favorite, Emmy-winning star, Tony-winning legend—don’t miss the magic of Mandy Patinkin as he brings heart, soul and passion to the stage as a concert performer. His laid-back musical lovefest puts the acclaimed actor/singer/storyteller in the spotlight, with music from Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cole Porter, Harry Chapin and more.

TICKETS $35-$78 (Stars Price $31.50–$70.20) Promotional Partner: Washington DCJCC Washington Jewish Festival

Best of Serenade!

Washington D.C. Choral Festival

Multi-platinum music man Brian McKnight’s Just Me tour comes to Strathmore with a rare acoustic set. It’s a family affair, and an unforgettable unplugged concert experience. Read more on Mr. McKnight’s performance on page 13.

TICKETS $28–$68 (Stars Price $25.20–$61.20)

MUSIC CENTER FYI PARKING

Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon

Parking for the Music Center concerts is included with the ticket. Park in the Grovesvenor-Strathmore Metro garage, enter on Tuckerman Lane.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 7:30PM Produced by Bandhouse Gigs

The wildly popular Tribute Series returns with sixty of the D.C. area’s best performers—including Deanna Bogart, Julia Nixon, Ted Garber, LEA and Deep River. From classics like “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “The Boxer“ to solo Simon hits like “Kodachrome” and “Still Crazy” plus a spectacular Graceland medley from Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band—it’s a summer celebration at the heart of the local music scene.

TICKETS $25 (Stars Price $22.50)

DINING The Prelude Café opens 2 hours before each show in the Music Center Concert Hall.

This summer come enjoy fresh seasonal offerings, fine wine and drink. For the latest offerings visit strathmore.org.

Co-Presented with Classical Movements, Inc.

They come from every corner of the world, and create a choral experience beyond anything you’ve ever heard.

JUNE 26, 4PM The matinee features the Konevets Quartet with its authentic Russian folk and sacred songs; the rich sound of Grammy-winning Pacific Boy Choir; and the Indonesian Youth Choir–Cordana. $10–$21 (Stars Price $9–$18.90) JUNE 26, 8PM The Sunday evening performance boasts an exciting Pan-African music program from South Africa’s Wits Choir; the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus, one of the best in the nation; and Canada’s jazzy, bluesy Cadence Quartet. $10-$21 (Stars Price $9–$18.90)

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MUSIC IN THE MANSION Miloš, guitar FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 7:30PM Just eight when he picked up his first guitar, Miloš, at 27, is being hailed as the next big thing in classical guitar.

His performance coincides with the upcoming release of his new album for Deutsche Grammophon, titled Mediterraneo, featuring works by Albéniz, Tarrega, Granados and Theodorakis.

TICKETS $28 (Stars Price $25.20)

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SUMMER CONCERT FYI

Victoria Vox

The Sweater Set

Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer

PARKING

WEDNESDAYS AT 7PM Guldelsky Gazebo Sponsored by

Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band LaBrassBanda

JULY 6 How do you bridge the gap between hip-shaking, body-rocking West African music and American pop? This 14-piece funkadelic orchestra surely knows, and they’ll tell you all about it with a spicy show of modern jazz, Yoruba tribal music and burning, James Brown-inspired rhythms known as Afrobeat.

Armand Ntep LaBrassBanda JUNE 22 Presented in partnership with the German Embassy.

These five musicians may be from southern Germany, but when it comes to making music, the world is their inspiration. Trumpet, trombone and tuba come together to recreate everything from ska to oom-pah-pah … with some Mexican mariachi and Tyrolese polka thrown in for good measure.

Rafi Malkiel Quintet JUNE 29 Presented in partnership with the Embassy of Israel.

Hot summer nights call for cool, Rafi Malkiel jazzy sounds, and composertrombonist-euphonium player Rafi Malkiel fits the bill perfectly.

Originally from Israel, Rafi and his band plan to thrill the crowd with original compositions and unique arrangements that fuse Jazz and Latin-American standards with Afro-Caribbean rhythms.

JULY 13 Jazz rifts and pulsating African beats blend together in the music of Armand Ntep­ —creating new interpretations of salsa, hip-hop and traditional lihongo from his native Cameroon. A ballad, a beat, a baritone—Armand Ntep is one performer who can do it all.

Andes Manta JULY 20 There’s nothing cooler on a hot summer night than the music of Andes Manta. The vibrant, powerful, prehistoric music of South America is presented in all its romance and mystery by these natives of the Andes with centuries of tradition at their fingertips.

LISTEN & LEARN! Come early for a special, free pre-show pan pipe workshop from 5 to 5:45PM in the Mansion. Call (301) 581-5144 to reserve your spot.

Parking for patrons with disability tags and Strathmore Stars with parking passes is on a space-available basis in the Mansion lot. Enter at 10701 Rockville Pike until 7PM.

JULY 27 Scratch the surface of classic rock and roll and you’ll find roots of British Blues—that’s what the Oli Brown Band is all about. Singer-songwriter guitar prodigy Oli Brown is barely out of his teens but he’s already taken the States by storm. Get ready to rock your summer with an incredibly talented young rock star in his D.C. premiere performance.

SEATING Bring blankets or low beach chairs; picnic baskets and coolers— but no pets, please.

Donate Your Old Instruments!

Strathmore is pleased to partner with Hungry for Music, a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit dedicated to bringing music to underprivileged children. Strathmore will hold an instrument drive all summer, so please bring your used instruments to the summer concerts to donate to the instrument refurbishment program.

UkeFest 2011: Put Up Your Ukes!

AUGUST 24 Back by popular demand with Grammy-winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer and a uke-tastic roster of artists including Victoria Vox, Gerald Ross and the duo The Sweater Set, plus The Riders, The Piney Branch Kids Ukulele Ensemble and the Washington Ukulele Orchestra. Don’t forget to grab your uke or go buy one and come early at 6PM for the pre-show strum-along.

Join Us for Uke Education Classes Oli Brown

Edwin Ortiz y su Orquesta La Romana AUGUST 3 Pass the salsa! This high-energy Latin dance powerhouse has been a staple of the D.C. salsa scene for 20 years, bringing the hard-charging percussive rhythms of salsa dura to the people. Come ready to give yourself over to the beat.

Red Baraat AUGUST 10 Infectious North Indian rhythm Bhangra meets the sound of the funkiest brass band imaginable: dhol (double-sided, barrel-shaped North Indian shoulder drum), plus drumset, percussion, sousaphone and horns. Enjoy the tantalizing mix of fresh originals and Bollywood favorites.

Red Baraat

Stephanie potter

Travel around the globe on Wednesday nights without getting on a plane or even leaving the comfort of your beach chair. And, don’t forget to come early at 5:30PM for tasty fare celebrating the cultural flavors of the evening!

Oli Brown Band Jason Hornick

Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band

Jim Saah

CALLING OUT AROUND THE WORLD—FREE SUMMER OUTDOOR CONCERTS

Parking is $4.75 in the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro garage and must be paid by either a Metro SmarTrip or major credit card.

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Intro To Uke JULY 25–28 Come learn everything you need to know to make beautiful music no matter what your age and musical experience—or lack thereof. Kids from age 10 to adults are welcome to join ukulele teacher Maureen Andary (The Sweater Set) for a crash course in everything ukulele. The fun starts with two chords and a selection of classic tunes to strum and sing; then you’ll master basic jamming skills and get ready to bring the fun and music home. And with ongoing YouTube videos, everyone can practice their technique in plenty of time for UkeFest!

Mansion TUITION $60 (Stars Price $54)

UkeFest Warm-Up Workshops AUGUST 23, 7–9PM Get ready for UkeFest by grabbing one yourself and joining these ukulele jams. You will be warmed up and ready to play with your new friends at UkeFest the following day.

OUTDOOR DINING Come early at 5:30PM to enjoy international specialties complementing the evening’s concert!

WEATHER Don’t get caught in the rain! Beginning at 4PM, follow Strathmore on Twitter and Facebook for up-to-the-minute info about weatherrelated delays or cancellations, or call (301) 581-5100. Also visit strathmore.org.

Intermediate Ukulele Workshop All ages are welcome as Gerald Ross shares his deep commitment to the advancement of ukulele fun.

Beginner Ukulele Workshop You are in luck as ukulele pro Marcy Marxer shows just how easy the little guitar is to pick up, play and enjoy.

Education Center TUITION $25 (Stars Price $22.50)

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Backyard Theater for Children It’s a summer of music from around the globe, and your ticket is your passport to a world of wonder.

So bring the kids and come ready to learn and have fun.

THURSDAYS IN JULY AT 9:30 AND 11:30AM Mansion Lawn Tent TICKETS $8 (Stars Price $7.20) Ages 2 and under are free, no tickets required.

Sin Miedo (Latin America) JULY 7 Who can sit still when Sin Miedo’s in the house, with their salsa flair, Latin beat and infectious percussive rhythms that no kid (or parent!) can resist?

Tap your feet, dance along or bring your own maracas to join in the party.

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CityDance: The Warrior Princess of Manipur (India)

Barynya (Russia) JULY 28 Cossacks are cool—and Barynya’s got Cossacks plus Klezmer, Ukrainian and Gypsy music and dance, with colorful costumes and high-energy routines that thrill children and parents alike.

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Art Camp—depARTures: Art Outside the Box!

They fill up fast—but spots are still available in our popular summer arts programs for children and teens! Creative fun and expert instruction come together in one of the area’s top cultural and educational experiences.

Session 1: AUGUST 1–5 Session 2: AUGUST 8–12 Session 3: AUGUST 15–19 9:30AM–12:30PM Young artists ages 5–10 will love this special series taught by Rosana Azar of Creative Adventures, who’s known for her own work exploring vivid color patterns and a textural approach to painting. Azar and her team of professional teachers bring fun and creativity together, as they help kids look at art and life in a whole new wonderful way!

Mansion TUITION $225 (Stars Price $202.50)

Plein Air Camp for Teens JULY 7–9, 9:30AM–12:30PM Artists ages 11–14 take their talent outdoors to capture and all the sights of summertime at Strathmore. Instructor Lee Boynton, a master of Impressionism known for his techniques in reproducing the natural spectrum of light, will teach technical painting skills and cultivate individual creativity!

Mansion TUITION $135 (Stars Price $121.50)

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At Strathmore we celebrate the work of fine artists. Come wander in our outdoor sculpture garden, and visit our gallery where admission is free and there’s always an exhibit to capture the imagination. Also free? Strathmore’s Talk and Tours for adults and kids. There’s one for every exhibition in the Mansion, so don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself ever more thoroughly into the arts.

JULY 21 Come share a royal adventure in this re-imagined Tagore tale, brought to life by international dance artists and cameos by young dancers. Together they celebrate a pan-Indian exploration of life, love and transformation.

Taikoza (Japan) JULY 14 Our trip around the world continues with taiko drums and traditional Japanese dance—everything comes together in a thrilling, energetic experience your family will love.

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THEATER FYI PARKING Parking for Backyard Theater is in the Mansion lot on a spaceavailable basis, enter at 10701 Rockville Pike.

Metered parking is also available along Tuckerman Lane or park in the GrosvenorStrathmore Metro garage for $4.75, payable by SmarTrip or credit card.

SEATING The Backyard Theater stage is outdoors under a tent. Please bring blankets or low beach chairs—but no pets, please.

WEATHER Don’t get caught in the rain! Beginning at 7:30AM, follow Strathmore on Twitter and Facebook for up-tothe-minute information on weather-related delays/cancellations, or call (301) 581-5100. Also visit strathmore.org.

Fine Artists in Residence Exhibition JULY 16 THROUGH AUGUST 20 Opening Reception—Friday, July 22, 7–9PM There’s something new in the AIR at Strathmore!

The Fine Artists In Residence program nurtures the talents of four carefully selected emerging fine artists through a series educational workshops and opportunities under the tutelage of mentors Lenny Campello, Tim Tate and Susana Raab. The result?

The amazing, eclectic, original artwork of these artists to savor in this culminating exhibition.

2011 Fine Artists in Residence

Minna Philips

Brittany Sims

Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition THROUGH JULY 9 Opening Reception—Thursday, June 2, 7–9PM Jurors Candace Edgerley (fiber), Michael Schwartz (metal) and Nancy Weisser (glass) have brought together an incredible show representing the finest work of local artists in a variety of media, in a show that’s certain to surprise and delight.

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The Road More Traveled

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Wilmer Wilson IV

Art Talks for Adults Get a guided tour of the exhibition and insight into the artist’s technique. Best of all, Art Talks are free, and no reservations are required.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 AT 1PM Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition SATURDAY, JULY 30 AT 1PM Strathmore Fine Artists in Residence Exhibition

Children’s Talk and Tours It’s never too early to inspire your creative kids! Our Children’s Talk and Tours appeal to young art lovers (ages five and up) with a mix of fun facts, lively discussion and a hands-on project to kick-start their appreciation of culture and fine arts. Free, but reservations are required, call (301) 581-5109.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 AT 10:15AM Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition SATURDAY, JULY 30 AT 10:15AM Strathmore Fine Artists in Residence Exhibition

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Strathmore Calendar Ongoing Events

JUNE 2011

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On Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1PM, enjoy a light lunch, dessert and Strathmore Signature Tea in the Mansion with live music.

Note: No tea service in August, see schedule on page 18.

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

Fine Art Talks & Tours

All exhibitions in the Mansion feature free guided tours with discussions and hands-on activities for children. For more information and children’s reservations, call (301) 581-5109.

Pam Parker is a D.C. jazz vocalist with an eclectic style and haunting vocals. She and her band perform blues, swing, jazz, folk and R&B. MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50) THURS. JUNE 2, 7–9PM

STRATHMORE FINE ART

Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition— Opening Reception

SAT., JULY 30 2011 Fine Artists in Residence 10:15AM Children, 1PM Adults

Showcasing works by artisans in various media, this exhibition is juried by Candace Edgerley (fiber), Michael Schwartz (metal) and Nancy Wisser (glass). See page 6 for more.

MANSION, GALLERIES Admission free

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

THURS., JUNE 2, 8PM

SAT., JUNE 25 Creative Crafts Council Biennial 10:15AM Children, 1PM Adults

Historic Home Tours

Take a free guided tour for the history, architecture and personal stories of the Mansion. A special kids version boasts a behind-thescenes peek into all the nooks and crannies. For reservations call (301) 581-5109.

SAT., JUNE 4 10:15AM Children FRI., JUNE 10 11AM & 12PM Adults

interPLAYcompany Band

Open Rehearsals

Take advantage of a very exciting musical opportunity to visit Open Rehearsals for the interPLAYcompany Band every Monday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. all summer long. Not appropriate for young children. Please call Paula Moore at (301) 229-0829 to make required reservations or for additional information.

EDUCATION CENTER, ROOM 402

ART AFTER HOURS

SAT., JUNE 11, 10AM

JUNE 14–AUGUST 31

Classically trained as a vocalist at the University of Pacific and current guest vocalist with D.C.-based harmonicist Frédéric Yonnet, Yvette Couvson performs jazz, R&B and popular repertoire.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tickets $15 (Stars Price 13.50)

Jazz Singing Intensive: The Secrets of Scat Singing

Audition Registration for the 2011–2012 Season

All Tchaikovsky

Piotr Gajewski, conductor Soovin Kim, violin TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto in D Major TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5 in E minor MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *Free pre-concert lecture one hour before performance

THURS. & FRI., JUNE 9 & 10, 8PM

STRATHMORE PRESENTS

Mandy Patinkin: Dress Casual

WED., JUNE 8, 7:30PM

Yvette Couvson

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

Enjoy the freedom of this iconic style of singing with Lena Seikaly, well-known local jazz singer, educator and 2009 Strathmore Artist in Residence.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tuition $60 (Stars Price $54)

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Emanuel Ax

The season’s celebration of youth comes to a conclusion with Benjamin Britten’s delightfully infectious tour of the orchestra, contrasted with the First Piano Concerto of Johannes Brahms (written when he was 25). In the hands of piano great Emanuel Ax, expect a program of thrilling virtuosity and music-making. Marin Alsop also introduces Sidereus, a new work by the Argentine-American composer Osvaldo Golijov.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $33–$93

Master Class with Soovin Kim, violin

EDUCATION CENTER, ROOM 402 Admission $5, reservations required, call (301) 493-9283 ext. 111

Leigh Pilzner & Jen Krupa

Summer at Levine Music and Arts Day Camp Come along with us as we celebrate the traditions and music of New Orleans!

SESSION 1: JUNE27-JULY 15; SESSION II: JULY 18-AUGUST 5; AGES 3-1/2 TO 12. Two MD campuses.

Electric Guitar Intensive Experience the electric guitar with Levine’s outstanding faculty!

JULY 11–15, AGES: 12–18, Novice and advancing divisions.

Beginning Blues Guitar (Adults) Learn the basics of the 12-bar blues. 6 consecutive meetings: JULY 18, 21, 25, 28, AUG 1 & 4, AGES: ADULTS Saxophone at Strathmore A week of chamber music, jam sessions and master classes.

AUG. 8–12, AGES: 11–18

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Go to mcyo.org/auditions beginning today to complete the online registration required to audition for 1 of 6 orchestras in the region’s top youth orchestra program. Auditions take place during the week of August 22–27.

EDUCATION CENTER Questions? Contact john@mcyo. org or (301) 581-5209

ART AFTER HOURS

All That Jazz Week A hands-on introduction to the basics of jazz improvisation.

AUG. 15–19, AGES: 11–18

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WED., JUNE 15, 7:30PM

FRI., JUNE 3, 5PM

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC

BSO: Verdi’s Requiem

with Paul Ford on Piano “Mandy doesn’t just sing songs: he embodies them” (The New Yorker). Catch him in the spotlight as he performs works by Irving Berlin, Stephen Sondheim, Cole Porter, Harry Chapin and more.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $35–$78 (Stars Price $31.50–$70.20)

SAT., JUNE 4, 8PM*

Pam Parker Quartet

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Marin Alsop, conductor Angela Meade, soprano Eve Gigliotti, mezzo-soprano Garrett Sorenson,tenor Alfred Walker, bass-baritone The Washington Chorus, Julian Wachner, music director Marin Alsop and the BSO conclude the season with a powerhouse performance for chorus and orchestra. Scored for an expanded orchestra, off-stage trumpets, four vocalists and a large chorus, Verdi’s Requiem is an extraordinary tribute to Italian poet and novelist Alessandro Manzoni.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets from $28

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC

ART AFTER HOURS

Afternoon Teas

FRI., JUNE 24, 7:30PM

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With Jen Krupa on trombone and Leigh Pilzner on saxophone, the sounds of jazz standards, selections from the Great American Songbook and original pieces never sounded better.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50) SAT., JUNE 18, 1PM

CITYDANCE ENSEMBLE

The Dreaming Tree: CityDance Children and Youth Concert 2011 In this original story created from legends of the Amazon rain forest, Conservatory/Select and school dancers weave through two acts using ballet, modern, jazz, Asian-fusion and hip-hop.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $15 ($5 ages under 2)

Spend Your Summer at CityDance… and still travel around the world!

Summer Camps & Intensives at CityDance Center at Strathmore Session Begins June 20, 2011 Dancing Around the World Camps June 27–August 12, Ages 4–14 These specialized 1 to 2 week camps with a global education accent offer learning and fun through dance, culture and creativity.

Summer Dance Experience: Dancing Through Pop Culture July 18–29, Ages 10–15 Students participate in a high-energy exploration of hip hop, jazz, and modern dance and their links to pop culture from Andy Warhol to the present.

Summer Intensives: Conservatory/Select/Pre-Select June 20–August 12, Ages 10–19 CityDance Summer Intensives are designed to provide the intermediate to advanced pre-professional student with technical training, artistic refinement, and sensibility in various techniques, repertory, composition/improvisation, and much more.

To learn more about our summer programs or free performances: visit www.citydance.net; call (301) 581-5204

SAT., JUNE 18, 7:30PM

WED., JUNE 22, 7PM

CITYDANCE ENSEMBLE

Seeing with Our Hearts: CityDance Conservatory Concert 2011 CityDance’s young talents take the main stage for an exciting evening of dance based on the theme “Seeing with Our Hearts.” Highlights will include the challenging and complex contemporary, classical and fusion repertory from the 2010–11 season.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $15 ($5 ages 2 & under)

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

LaBrassBanda

Five musicians from Southern Germany join together on trumpet, tuba and trombone to create genre-defying music. For more on LaBrassBanda, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required Presented in partnership with the German Embassy.

THURS., JUNE 23, 7–8:30PM

MUSIC IN THE MANSION

Miloš, guitar

In his Mansion debut, Miloš performs works from his new album, Mediterraneo. For more information, see page 3.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) FRI., JUNE 24, 8PM

NS PRODUCTIONS

Heart of the King, A Tribute to Elvis HEART OF THE KING is the undisputed “World’s Greatest Elvis Tribute show.” Taking you through all the eras of The King’s music, from Elvis’ teen years to his Vegas show. This is the closest thing to seeing The King live!

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $35–$65 SUN., JUNE 26, 4 & 8PM

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Best of Serenade!

D.C. Choral Festival

Co-Presented with Classical Movements, Inc. This high-octane choral feast features both nationally and internationally honored vocal ensembles. For more on the D.C. Choral Festival, see page 3.

Please note: Separate tickets are required for each concert.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $10–$20 (Stars Price $9–$18) MON., JUNE 27

LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Summer Semester & Camps Begin

Join Levine for a summer of music, dance and art at the Music and Arts Day Camp. Levine also hosts Specialty Programs in guitar, saxophone, and jazz.

Details at www.levineschool.org/ summer or call (301) 897-5100.

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

WED, JUNE 29, 7PM

CITYDANCE ENSEMBLE

Arts for a Healthy Brain: An Open House

Rafi Malkiel Quintet

Dancing Around the World camps, Dancing Through Pop Culture and Intensives begin in multiple themes/genres and are designed for ages 4–19. Final performances for family and friends will be staged throughout the summer.

EDUCATION CENTER Performances free and open to all. Learn more: www.citydance. net; (301) 581-5204.

Learn how to keep your brain strong and healthy with a concert featuring The Sweater Set, talks by brain health educators and activities. Light refreshments will be served.

Co-presented by Strathmore and the Alzheimer’s Association® National Capital Area Chapter in conjunction with their Brain Health Initiative.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Free, RSVP to lcampbell@ strathmore.org or (301) 581-5145.

MON., JUNE 20

Spend Your Summer at CityDance: Summer Camps & Intensives Begin

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STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

Presented in partnership with Embassy of Israel.

This Israeli composer, trombonist and euphonium player brings a jazz sound infused with Klezmer, Latin and Caribbean influences.

For more on Rafi Malkiel, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

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66 years and still growing and going strong, MCYO provides the highest quality orchestral education program in the region for 500 students in grades 3–12.

MCYO consists of SIX Stellar Ensembles Philharmonic, grades 10–12 Chamber Orchestra, grades 9–11 Symphony, grades 7–9 Young Artists, grades 6–8 Chamber Strings, grades 4–6 and our NEWEST group, Preparatory Strings, grades 3–5 Plus, chamber music ensembles, including Flute & Clarinet Choirs and Harp Ensemble 2011–2012 Season Auditions August 22–27 at the Music Center at Strathmore online registration for auditions begins June 14 at www.mcyo.org/auditions.htm Rehearsal Schedule MCYO rehearses every Wednesday evening during the school year at the Music Center.

2011–2012 Concert Season dates at Strathmore Sunday, December 4 (3 & 7pm) Wednesday, March 14 (7:30pm) Sunday, May 20 (3 & 7pm) Plus, outreach performance opportunities, recitals & touring MCYO Alumni Please contact cheryl@mcyo.org.

We’d love to hear an update from you!

Questions? Please call (301) 581-5208

THURS., JUNE 30, 8PM

THURS., JULY 7, 9:30 & 11:30AM

CASTLETON FESTIVAL

Maestro Lorin Maazel presents Music Inspired

by Shakespeare Maestro Maazel conducts the Castleton Festival Orchestra and the women’s voices of the Castleton Festival Chorus in a wondrous, romantic program of music inspired by Shakespeare.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $25–$100

JULY 2011

“Sin Miedo makes the Afro-Cuban rythms of salsa jump into your blood stream and move your hips around” (Washington Flyer). Bring along maracas and dance shoes for this D.C.-based salsa band whose name means “fearless.”

BACKYARD THEATER STAGE Tickets $8 (Stars Price $7.20) Kids 2 and under are free!

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

Plein Art Camp for Teens

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band This 14-piece orchestra based in D.C. combines West African music styles with American pop beats.

For more on Chopteeth Afrofunk, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

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Young artists ages 11–14 learn Impressionism techniques in watercolor, exploring their artistic talents in the fresh Strathmore air and taking inspiration from the spacious outdoors.

MANSION Tuition $135 (Stars Price $121.50)

June–August 2011

SUN., JULY 24, 4PM

THURS, JULY 28, 8PM

WED., AUG. 10, 7PM

Andes Manta

Verdi’s La Traviata

A Gershwin Celebration

Red Baraat

A native of Cameroon, Armand Ntep adds African beats and traditional Lihongo from Cameroon to jazz, salsa and hip-hop.

For more on Armand Ntep, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

These natives of the Ecuadorian Andes draw on more than 35 instruments and centuries of tradition. For more on Andes Manta, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required Come from 5 to 5:45PM for a preshow pan pipe workshop in the Mansion. Call (301) 581-5144 to reserve your spot.

Opera International presents a semi-staged version of this classic Verdi opera with an orchestra, chorus, staging and surtitles. The stellar cast includes soprano Jessica Stecklein, tenor Yingxi Zhang and baritone Chen-ye Yuan.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $20-$50

THURS., JULY 21, 9:30 & 11:30AM

Intro to Uke

Armand Ntep

THURS., JULY 14, 9:30 & 11:30AM

STRATHMORE BACKYARD THEATER FOR CHILDREN

Taikoza

Take a trip to Japan while still in Strathmore’s backyard. Taikoza combines traditional costumes, dynamic motion and colossal sounds of the magnificent taiko drums.

BACKYARD THEATER STAGE Tickets $8 (Stars Price $7.20) Kids 2 and under are free!

THURS., JULY 14, 8 PM

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Classical Mystery Tour— A Tribute to The Beatles

STRATHMORE BACKYARD THEATER FOR CHILDREN

CityDance in The Warrior Princess of Manipur Balinese, Manipuri, and Bollywood dance come together in a celebration of life, love and transformation in this re-imagined Tagore tale of an Indian princess from Manipur.

BACKYARD THEATER STAGE Tickets: $8 (Stars Price $7.20) Kids 2 and under are free!

Elizabeth Schulze, conductor “The crowd stood and bellowed for more!” (Los Angeles Times).

This thrilling Beatles retrospective features chart-topping tunes by the Fab Four complete with original arrangements. From early Beatles favorites through the solo years, Classical Mystery Tour is an authentic concert experience enhanced by live orchestral accompaniment such as “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section and “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and string quartet.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $30–$55

THURS., JULY 21, 8 PM

JULY 16–AUGUST 20

FRI., JULY 22, 8PM

STRATHMORE FINE ART

2011 Fine Artists in Residence Exhibition

Featuring the works of Minna Philips (drawing/installation), Brittany Sims (painting), Solomon Slyce (photography) and Wilmer Wilson, IV (mixed media/ installation).

MANSION GALLERIES Free

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The Music of John Williams

Andrew Grams, conductor John Williams, the world’s most noted film composer, created some of the 20th century’s most recognizable popular music. Join us for a celebration of this great contemporary film composer and hear the familiar themes from blockbusters such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman, ET, Harry Potter and more.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $25–$50

STRATHMORE PRESENTS

Brian McKnight: Just Me Tour

Co-Promoted with Blues Alley Brian McKnight, R&B frontman turned acoustic wonder, tours with his sons B.J. and Niko (BRKN RBTS) and his brother Claude McKnight (Take 6 collaborator).

For more on Brian McKnight, see page 13.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $28–$68 (Stars Price $25.20–$61.20)

OPERA INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS

JULY 25–28, 7:30–9PM

STRATHMORE EDUCATION With four strings instead of six and a petite, lightweight body, the ukulele is one of the easier instruments to learn—by the end of the workshop you’ll be strumming and jamming in time for UkeFest 2011.

MANSION, SHAPIRO MUSIC ROOM Tuition $60 for 4 classes (Stars Price $54) WED., JULY 27, 7PM

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

Oli Brown Band

Having swept last year’s British Blues Awards in both the Male Vocalist and Young Artist categories, Oli Brown now brings his guitar, band and own style of blues to Strathmore. For more on Oli Brown, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS

Carl Topilow, conductor Kishna Davis, soprano Terrence Wilson, piano This jazz-filled program of classic George Gershwin features his ground–breaking Rhapsody in Blue and the ever popular “I Got Rhythm” variations for solo piano.

Relax into summer with this upbeat evening of classic Americana.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $25–$50

Baraat is Hindi for a marriage procession and the joyous dancing and singing that ensues.

For more on Red Baraat, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

August 2011

Online registration is required to obtain actual audition time. Go to www.mcyo.org/auditions to register and to see requirements.

MUSIC CENTER Questions? Contact john@ mcyo.org or (301) 581-5208

AUG. 1–15, 9:30AM–12:30PM

STRATHMORE EDUCATION

ART CAMP BEGINS depARTures:Art Outside the Box! Young artists ages 5–10 enjoy a fresh new approach to the visual arts!

See page 6 for more information.

MANSION Tuition $225 (Stars Price $202.50) WED., AUG. 3, 7PM

MARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS/BSO

How To Audition Clinic

BSO musicians join MCYO to present this clinic offering tips and advice for students on how to successfully audition.

EDUCATION CENTER Fee $15, reservations required to john@mcyo.org or (301) 581-5209

THURS., JULY 28, 9:30 & 11:30AM

WED., AUG. 3, 7PM

Barynya

Edwin Ortiz y su Orquesta La Romana

STRATHMORE BACKYARD THEATER FOR CHILDREN

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

This internationally acclaimed Russian dance ensemble brings the whimsy and wonder of Russian folk and fairy tales straight to Strathmore’s backyard.

BACKYARD THEATER STAGE Tickets $8 (Stars Price $7.20) Kids 2 and under are free!

After 20 years experience in the D.C. salsa scene, Edwin Ortiz knows how to get a crowd dancing to an uncontrollable beat. For more on Edwin Ortiz, see page 4.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

AUG. 22–27

MARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS

Orchestra Auditions for the 2011–12 Season

WED., AUG. 23, 7–9PM

UkeFest Warm-Up Workshops

Get ready for Uke Fest by grabbing one yourself and joining a ukulele jam. Marcy Marxer will show beginners just how easy the little guitar is to pick up an play; and Gerald Ross takes those with an intermediate skill level to the next!

EDUCATION CENTER Tuition $25 (Stars Price $22.50)

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BSO Closes Regular 2010–11 Season with Verdi’s Requiem On Saturday, June 11, Music Director Marin Alsop and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will conclude the 2010–2011 season with a powerhouse performance of Verdi’s Messa di Requiem with a stellar cast, supported by The Washington Chorus. Requiem, Verdi’s only non-staged symphonic and chorale masterpiece which was composed in 1873, is an epic musical setting of the Roman Catholic funeral mass, in memory of his long-time friend and Italian poet Alessandro Manzoni. To learn more about this concert, visit BSOmusic.org.

WED., AUG. 24, 7PM

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS

UkeFest 2011

Strathmore has a passion for the uke—and has made the UkeFest an annual occasion. For more on UkeFest 2011, see page 5.

GUDELSKY CONCERT GAZEBO Free, no tickets required

THUR., AUG. 25, 7:30PM

STATHMORE PRESENTS

Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon Produced by Bandhouse Gigs The wildly popular Tribute Series returns with sixty of the D.C. area’s best performers—including Deanna Bogart, Julia Nixon, LEA and Deep River—making the music of Simon & Garfunkel (and Paul Simon) their own.

MUSIC CENTER, CONCERT HALL Tickets $25 (Stars Price $22.50)

National Philharmonic 2011–2012 Season at the Music Center at Strathmore!

Join the National Philharmonic at Strathmore for a season filled with magnificent music! The season opens with one of Beethoven’s most popular works, the uplifting Symphony No. 9 (“Choral”), and John Corigliano’s haunting Red Violin Concerto. This year’s program honors women pioneers such as the celebrated violinist Sarah Chang, who performs Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, and composers Joan Tower (Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman) and Amy Beach (the Grand Mass). The season concludes with a Debussy Festival, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth with performances of his most popular works, including La Mer. This season, experience the artistry of cellist Zuill Bailey, violinist Chee-Yun, pianists Brian Ganz and Piotr Paleczny, horn player William VerMeulen and clarinetist Richard Stoltzman.

Subscribe today at nationalphilharmonic.org or call (301) 581-5100. Kids 7–17 free!

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Be Part of MCYO’s 2011–2012 Season!

WED., JULY 20, 7PM

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

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WED., JULY 13, 7PM

STRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

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Strathmore Calendar— By Genre See the chronological calendar for detailed information

Afternoon Tea TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS AT 1 PM. NO TEA IN AUGUST, SEE DETAILS ON PAGE 18.

Levine: Summer Semester & Camps Begin, JUNE 27 Plein Air Camp for Teens, JULY 7–9

Intro to Uke, JULY 25–28

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CHILDREN/FAMILY Sin Miedo, JULY 7 CityDance: The Warrior Princess of Manipur, JULY 21 Barynya, JULY 28

CLASSES/EDUCATION National Philharmonic: Master Class with Soovin Kim, violin, JUNE 3 Children’s Historic Home Tour, JUNE 4 Historic Home Tour, JUNE 10 Jazz Singing Intensive: The Secrets of Scat Singing, JUNE 11

MCYO: Audition Registrations Begin, JUNE 20 Arts for a Healthy Brain, JUNE 23

Children’s Art Talk and Tour, Art Talk, JUNE 25

JULY 30

Edwin Ortiz y su Orquesta La Romana, AUG. 3

Yvette Couvson, JUNE 8 Mandy Patinkin, JUNE 9 & 10

Art Camp-depARTures: Art Outside the Box!, AUG. 1–5, 8–12, & 15–19

MCYO/BSO: How to Audition Clinic, AUG. 3

CityDance: Seeing with Our Hearts, JUNE 18

JAZZ/BLUES

AUG. 22-27

Pam Parker Quartet, JUNE 1

UkeFest Warm-Up Workshops, AUG. 23

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CLASSICAL

BSO: A Gershwin Celebration, JULY 28

BSO: Emanuel Ax, JUNE 2

BSO: A Classical Mystery Tour, JULY 14 BSO: The Music of John Williams, JULY 21 Brian McKnight, JULY 22

Leigh Pilzner & Jen Krupa,

UkeFest 2011, AUG. 24 Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon,

“I wanted to tell the story,” he says, “My story, told through the music I’ve written and performed over the years.”

AUG. 25

FINE ART Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition,

BSO: Verdi’s Requiem,

WORLD/ INTERNATIONAL/ CHORAL

JUNE 25

National Philharmonic: All Tchaikovsky, JUNE 4

Singer, songwriter, producer, arranger, multiinstrumentalist and legend of Rhythm & Blues: Brian McKnight signed his first recording contract when he was just 19 and has remained a fixture of the contemporary R&B scene ever since. He’s enchanted fans around the world with a voice that brings Stevie Wonder to mind, but McKnight is more than just a pretty voice.

Oli Brown Band, JULY 27

MCYO: Orchestra Auditions,

THROUGH JULY 9

Children’s Art Talk and Tour,

JUNE 11

LaBrassBanda, JUNE 22

Miloš, guitar, JUNE 24

D.C. Choral Festival, JUNE 26

Castleton Festival: Music Inspired by Shakespeare,

Art Talk, JUNE 25

Rafi Malkiel Quintet, JUNE 29

2011 Fine Artists in Residence, JULY 16–AUGUST 20

Chopteeth Afrofunk Big Band, JULY 6

Children’s Art Talk and Tour,

Armand Ntep, JULY 13

Art Talk, JULY 30

JUNE 30

Opera International: Verdi’s La Traviata, JULY 24

McKnight’s Tale

ROCK/POP/R&B/FOLK Heart of the King, A Tribute to Elvis, JUNE 24

CityDance: The Dreaming Tree, JUNE 18

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Art Talk, JULY 30

Taikoza, JULY 14

JUNE 25

Children’s Art Talk and Tour,

AMERICAN SONGBOOK/ BROADWAY

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JULY 30

“I came in at a time when real music was still being made and played,” explains McKnight, who has collaborated with everyone from Sean “Puffy” Combs to Josh Groban to Justin Bieber. “I started with a piano and a guitar, and that’s how people see me still: the only way music can matter is if it means something.” McKnight’s eponymous 1992 debut led to 1995’s I Remember You and 1997’s Grammy-nominated two-million-seller, Anytime, then to 1999’s Back at One, which sold over three million copies and made him a household name.

Music Center at Strathmore this summer in a soulbaring, roof-raising acoustic extravaganza of music. “People get very emotional; they get very involved,” McKnight explains. “I’m onstage with my band and you can hear a pin drop.”

He’s enlisted the talents of his older brother, Claude McKnight III, whose multi-Grammy-winning a cappella sextet Take 6 inspired the teenaged Brian to go professional. Also on the program are two of McKnight’s sons, Brian, Jr. and Niko, who perform professionally together as BRKN RBTS. The plan is to create a show within a show within a show—unplugged, up close and personal.

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FRIDAY, JULY 22 8PM Music Center Tickets $28–$68 (Stars Price $25.20– $61.20)

McKnight endeavors to exceed the audience’s expectations every time he steps onstage: to blow them away with a live show that’s better than any record. “I never want anyone to think they overpaid for my concert,” he says. “I want them to leave thinking, ‘Wow! I would have paid more.’”

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Peter Franchot, Maryland Comptroller (left) presents a certificate of recognition from the state to outgoing Montgomery County Schools Superintendant Dr. Jerry Weast (center) with Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett.

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On April 16, the legendary star Johnny Mathis sang as the featured entertainment for Strathmore Sizzles! The fundraiser was a smashing success, with proceeds benefiting Strathmore’s artistic and educational programs.

And while his career has touched every corner of the entertainment industry—he performed in Chicago on Broadway, appeared on Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice, hosted his own late night television talk show and several radio shows—McKnight understands that, at the end of the day, it’s all about the music and the fans. “Most people know who I am, and who I want to be. This show is music in its purest form: These songs are this way because I am this way.”

His tale moves audiences from laughter to tears with the help of piano-based ballads and bluesy homage. McKnight plans to bring his story to the

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AMERICAN COMPOSERS Enjoy, experience and explore more at Strathmore during the 2011–2012 season, as we celebrate American Composers—look for this symbol throughout the year highlighting featured events.

Celebrating CHARLES IVES His music is quintessentially American: The son of a Civil War bandleader, Charles Ives (1874–1954) was the very model of a New England gentlemanphilosopher-composer. Heavily influenced by Thoreau as well as by church music, 19th century American pop, and the European art house traditions, Yale-educated Ives created a score to accompany the American experience at a certain place and time in history. Many regard him as America’s pre-eminent concert composer.

Charles Ives: A Life in Music Jeremy Denk, piano William Sharp, baritone Post-Classical Ensemble Angel Gil-Ordóñez, conductor NOVEMBER 3, MUSIC CENTER A scripted concert that captures Ives’ world and worldview.

Beethoven and Ives Jeremy Denk, piano NOVEMBER 4, MUSIC CENTER Join Jeremy for a performance of the Concord Sonata and Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 29, Hammerklavier.

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JACK Quartet NOVEMBER 5, MANSION These young up-and-comers are a perfect fit for the vivid musicality of Ives, along wth the works of Caleb Bruhans and Philip Glass.

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Discover DUKE ELLINGTON He is ours to discover, Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington (1899–1974), one of D.C.’s most beloved musical sons. Composer, pianist, big-band leader, Harlem Renaissance man and ambassador for the great American art form we call jazz, Ellington conjures to mind everything from ragtime to the Cotton Club.

He called what he did “American Music,” and it was­—from his big-band jazz to the Great American Songbook to the sacred music so dear to his wideopen heart. Duke Ellington has long been revered as a national treasure, and at Strathmore we’re proud to celebrate, elevate, and yes, discover him yet again.

Mostly Ellington Robert Glasper, piano FEBRUARY 16, MANSION New York magazine says Glasper “unfailingly gets the feeling right.” Perfect for Ellington and a few surprise selections.

Brian Stokes Mitchell Sings Ellington’s American Songbook FEBRUARY 17, MUSIC CENTER Hear Broadway’s leading man pay proper homage to “The Duke,” from his romantic hits to lesserknown masterpieces.

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Discover Ellington is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Featuring the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra with Arturo O’Farrill FEBRUARY 18, MUSIC CENTER A two-part program offering Ellington’s singular Big Band sound plus selected repertoire with a decidedly Latin twist.

Featuring the Morgan State Choir and the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra FEBRUARY 19, MUSIC CENTER In his last decade, Duke Elliington wrote three sacred concerts. Hear their best moments in this faithful recreation.

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MORE SEASON HIGHLIGHTS Looking for JAZZ, POP AND ROCK? Keb’ Mo’ SEPTEMBER 15, MUSIC CENTER Brad Linde, Lee Konitz SEPTEMBER 22, MANSION Madeleine Peyroux SEPTEMBER 30, MUSIC CENTER Pat Metheny & Larry Grenadier OCTOBER 4, MUSIC CENTER Béla Fleck & The Original Flecktones NOVEMBER 7, MUSIC CENTER Turtle Island Quartet NOVEMBER 18, MANSION Classic Albums Live: The Beatles Abbey Road NOVEMBER 25, MUSIC CENTER Bruce Swaim Quartet JANUARY 12, MANSION

Michael Thomas Quintet­ MARCH 8, MANSION Ethan Bortnick and his Musical Time Machine MARCH 23, MUSIC CENTER Robert Glasper

Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra

Ellington: A Sacred Concert

Keb’ Mo’

John Pizzarelli & Kurt Elling FEBRUARY 10, MUSIC CENTER

Big Band Ellington: Duke Goes Latin

Ives and Other Innovators

JACK Quartet

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Paco de Lucia, guitar APRIL 18, MUSIC CENTER Dallas Brass MAY 18, MUSIC CENTER

See More, Do More, Learn More Entertaining and educational opportunities abound throughout our year-long focus on American Composers.

Look for this symbol.

Like Pat Metheny. The 17-time Grammywinning jazz guitarist brings his signature sound back to Strathmore with the help of celebrated jazz double bassist Larry Grenadier.

At Strathmore listening and learning come together, and you can choose the way you load music into your life. Jazz lovers can take in a lecture/demonstration by Brad Linde after his Music in the Mansion appearance with Lee Konitz.

How about more banjo? Multiple-Grammy-nominee Béla Fleck is considered by many to be the premier banjo player in the world. But, he’ll bring it home to Strathmore to reform the original line up of the Flecktones with Howard Levy, Victor Wooten and Futureman.

But here’s the thing: at Strathmore there’s more of the world that’s right outside your door; more hometown talent like the Bruce Swaim Quartet.

The tenor saxophonist is known as one of the D.C. music scene’s best-kept secrets, at once forwardthinking and nostalgic.

Jeremy Cowart

2011–2012 Season Preview

Béla Fleck

Come raise the roof at the rock and pop shows on offer—might we recommend Jimi Hendrix for starters? Yeah, man: check out Turtle Island Quartet: “Have You Ever Been…” The Music of Jimi Hendrix and David Balakrishnan in the Mansion this fall.

From Hendrix it’s a simple segue to the Beatles with Classic Albums Live: the Beatles Abbey Road.

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Classic Albums Live

American composers can’t be confined to a single genre, and Keb’ Mo’ is proof of that. Multi-Grammywinner Keb’ Mo’—né Kevin Moore—brings his blues-inflected contemporary singer-songwriter style to Strathmore. And if you’re sensing a theme here, well, Madeleine Peyroux takes the early American blues-jazz genre with a unique, dreamy sense of intimacy. That’s the more in Strathmore: more depth, more breadth—more artists who matter.

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2011–2012 Seaso n P r eview

Entertain your brain: INTERSECTIONS Michael Pollan: In Defense of Food OCTOBER 26, MUSIC CENTER

India.Arie & Idan Raichel OCTOBER 22, MUSIC CENTER Ballet Hispanico OCTOBER 28, MUSIC CENTER

Love BROADWAY AND CABARET? An Evening with Linda Eder OCTOBER 6, MUSIC CENTER The Callaway Sisters in BOOM! and Broadway— NOVEMBER 13, MUSIC CENTER Jenny Lin, piano DECEMBER 1, MANSION Ethel Merman’s Broadway starring Rita McKenzie JANUARY 21, MUSIC CENTER Max Raabe and the Palast Orchester MARCH 1, MUSIC CENTER William Bolcom & Joan Morris APRIL 19, MANSION Tommy Tune: Steps in Time JUNE 2, MUSIC CENTER Broadway meets pop in a most delightful way when An Evening with Linda Eder performs a blend of standards and Broadway favorites, along with classic Eder originals. Or hear pop music go boom when Tony-nominated sisters Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway bring the Broadway and pop music they grew up with to the stage in the acclaimed BOOM! and Broadway. Pianist Jenny Lin performs American jazz and Broadway, with piano transcriptions of Gershwin, Andre Previn/Broadway transcriptions Rodgers and Hammerstein.

Spirit of Uganda MARCH 9, MUSIC CENTER Red Star Red Army Choir and Dance Ensemble MARCH 28, MUSIC CENTER Viver Brasil APRIL 12, MUSIC CENTER Abraham, Inc. MAY 3, MUSIC CENTER The traditions of the world swirl together on the stage and the audience becomes one with all of it—that’s the magic of world music, folk music and dance traditions.

Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter India.Arie joins forces with Israeli artist Idan Raichel, a driving force in conteml porary on a new joint project called Open Door. This stirring body of work forges cultural divides and exemplifies the raw power of acceptance and unity on a world scale.

To their Strathmore debut, Ballet Hispanico will bring a new work created just for them called Espiritu Vivo, exploring the intersection of the African and Latino diasporas in the Caribbean and Latin America.

Masters of Illusion Live!

NOVEMBER 19 & 20, MUSIC CENTER

Benjamin Beilman MARCH 4, MANSION

An Evening with NPR’s Terry Gross FEBRUARY 3, MUSIC CENTER

Brasil Guitar Duo MARCH 22, MANSION

Lily Tomlin FEBRUARY 26, MUSIC CENTER

Joshua Bell & St. Martin in the Fields APRIL 13, MUSIC CENTER

Why should your musical neuro-transmitters have all the fun? At Strathmore there’s more for your intellect, too: more to mull over and marvel at; more to think about and talk about.

Keith Munyan

Linda Eder

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Who better to kick things off than Michael Pollan with In Defense of Food: The Omnivore’s Solution.

Pollan is a compelling speaker whose books and articles examine the places where nature and culture intersect: on our plates, in our farms and gardens, and in the built environment. Food for thought?

Rather than thinking, would you rather believe in magic? You will after Masters of Illusion Live! This touring magic show is based on the award-winning television series, Masters of Illusion features four incredible magicians and dazzling special effects.

What do we do best? You decide!

CLASSICS Soheil Nasseri, Broadwood piano OCTOBER 6, MANSION Great Noise Ensemble OCTOBER 14, MANSION Amstel and New Century Saxophone Quartets NOVEMBER 20, MANSION

Also irresistible? The lure of the ragtime era. Tag along with pianist-composer-raconteur William Bolcom and chanteuse Joan Morris for Broadway, vaudeville and music hall, performing music from the ragtime era to the end of the 20th century.

Wendy Richman, viola DECEMBER 8, MANSION Imani Winds JANUARY 26, MANSION Clancy Newman, cello JANUARY 29, MANSION Ballet Hispanico

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Borciani String Quartet Winner APRIL 17, MANSION Debussy Festival—Katie Mahan, piano­­ MAY 10, MANSION

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Debussy Festival—National Philharmonic and Friends: All DeBussy MAY 17, MANSION We pride ourselves on being eclectic, especially when it comes to presenting the classics, and there’s never a dull moment with our classic-yetinnovative programming. International virtuoso Soheil Nasseri returns to take a spin on Strathmore’s Broadwood piano performing Beethoven’s Hammerklavier Sonata.

Another example? Check out the returning Great Noise Ensemble. Their mission? To fight for the performance of new works and to promote emerging talent in contemporary music.

There’s so much more to the saxophone than most music lovers know. These two bands focus on the flashiest, funkiest member of the band, yes, but to listen to the Amstel and New Century Saxo- l phone Quartets is to hear the sax in a whole new way. And while you’re at it you can reconsider the viola when Wendy Richman, having already won fans in Europe and the U.S., comes to the Mansion performing a world premiere by award-winning composer and Catholic University professor Stephen Gorbos.

J. Henry Fair

Every song’s a story: WORLD, FOLK & DANCE

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Why just go out for lunch when you can come in for tea? Musical, elegant, relaxing and fun, teatime at Strathmore is a welcome escape from the fast-paced world, right down to the clotted cream and cucumber sandwiches. Every Tuesday and Wednesday in June and July, the Mansion sets the scene for a scrumptious light meal and the finest tea blend served in lovely china pots, with live music and a relaxed, refined ambience.

And don’t miss our Specialty Teas, for book lovers, Francophiles, fancy-dress buffs and, of course, Princes and Princesses.

Afternoon Tea Schedule June

1 Becky Dukes, piano 7 Noreen Friedman, flute & Bob Wysong, guitar 8 Paul Bangser, guitar 14 Specialty Tea: Author’s Tea Sue Richards, harp 15 Hsien-Ann Meng & Wei-Der Huang, Octtava piano duo 21 Fran Hrastar, piano 22 Jo Morrison, Celtic harp 28 Specialty Tea: Fancy Nancy Dress-Up Tea Party 29 Specialty Tea: Children’s Dress-Up Tea Party

Specialty Teas Author’s Tea June 14 Start your Summer reading project with a nice cuppa – and a hobnob with local authors. Patrons can purchase their works and talk one-on-one with the writers: children’s authors Mary Quattlebaum, Diane Heiman and Jeanne Pettenati; cookbook authors Dana Godbout Laake and Sheliah Kaufman.

Fancy Nancy Dress-Up Tea Party June 28 C’est magnifique—a child-centric tea dedicated to the delightful children’s book character, Fancy Nancy. Bring your favorite doll and dress-up in your most fun and creative Fancy-wear. We’ll provide the child-friendly food, children’s music, and a Fancy Nancy story time. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Children’s Dress-Up Tea Party JUNE 29 Calling all fairies, pirates, ballerinas and explorers: Come for tea in your favorite dress-up clothes or decked out in your Sunday best. Parents—and grandparents—take time out to make memories with your little one over child-friendly food, special children’s music, and story time everyone will enjoy.

Recommended for ages 4 and up.

July

5 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 6 Max Hou, piano 12 Fran Hrastar, piano 13 Specialty Tea: French Tea Lauren Campbell, vocals & Cory Davis, piano 19 Specialty Tea: Prince & Princess Tea Party Allison Clapp, piano 20 Specialty Tea: Prince & Princess Tea Party Allison Clapp, piano 26 Meg Baker, harp & piano 27 Max Hou, piano NO TEAS IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST

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French Tea JULY 13 Let them eat tea-cakes! Start your Bastille Day celebrations early this year, with French cuisine and wonderful French music in the tearoom at Strathmore. Liber-tea, Equali-tea, Fraterni-tea never tasted so delicious.

Princess Tea Party JULY 19 & 20 Who doesn’t dream of being a storybook prince or princess for a day? Prince & Princess Tea Parties are good old-fashioned summertime fun for little boys and girls who love to pretend. Raid the dress-up box and come in royal regalia to enjoy child-friendly food, listen to a wonderful fairytale and have a magical time. Recommended ages are 4 and up.

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www.strathmore.org (301) 581-5100 TICKET OFFICE 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD M/T/TH/F 10am–5pm, W 10am–9pm, SA 10am–2pm

Web: www.strathmore.org Ticket Office: (301) 581-5100 Group Tickets: (301) 581-5199 Administration: (301) 581-5200

Complimentary 15 minute Ticket Office Parking is available in the Mansion lot weekdays 10am–5pm

TTY for MD residents via relay at 711, out-of-state at (800) 735-2258

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Mansion at Strathmore 10701 Rockville Pike North Bethesda, MD 20852-3224

Strathmore Welcomes Patrons with Disabilities Every seating section in the Concert Hall includes wheelchair-accessible seating. The Mansion at Strathmore is wheelchair accessible.

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 BSO performances is 6, for WPAS performances it is 5.

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.

Assistive-listening devices available in the Concert Hall Historic Home Tours of the Mansion at Strathmore are offered for both children and adults. See the Calender for dates and times.

Sign-interpreted performances available on request

Teas begin at 1 p.m. $21 per person (plus tax) Specialty Teas: $26 per person (plus tax) Pre-paid, non-refundable reservations required.

Call (301) 581-5108

Children

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

Golf cart shuttle service from garage to Music Center entrance before Concert Hall Events

Hours of Operation

Directions Strathmore is located on Rockville Pike (Route 355), half a mile north of the Capital Beltway and immediately adjacent to the GrosvenorStrathmore station on Metro’s Red Line.

Parking For Music Center Concert Hall performances: For ticketed performances, complimentary parking is available in the adjacent Metro garage—then stroll across the covered Sky Bridge directly into the Music Center. For the convenience of Music Center patrons, there is a passenger drop-off and pick-up area, and valet available ($15), at the Circle Plaza at 5301 Tuckerman Lane.

For Free Outdoor Concerts, and all non-performance Music Center events, including All Education Center events: Metered parking is available on Tuckerman Lane or park in the Metro garage where a SmarTrip card is required for payment Monday–Friday.

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

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

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TICKET OFFICE SUMMER HOURS As of June 11: Monday-Friday: 10am-5pm Sixty minutes prior to performances in the Music Center Concert Hall through intermission.

Prelude Café A wide variety of entrees, desserts, and beverages in the Music Center.

Monday-Saturday 11am–3pm Performances: 2 hours prior to performance start time

The Ticket Office will be closed Monday, July 4. Summer Ticket Office hours may vary, check strathmore.org for up-to-date hours of operation.

The Shops at Strathmore Discover inspired gifts, including handmade and arts-related jewelry, decorative items, textiles, stationery, recordings, children’s books and creative toys and kits.

Mansion & Galleries Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10am–4pm Wednesday: 10am–9pm Saturday: 10am–3pm Admission to the Mansion at Strathmore and galleries is free.

The Mansion Shop Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10am–4pm Wednesday: 10am–9pm Saturday: 10am–3pm The Online Shop shop.strathmore.org

Dates, artists, programs and prices subject to change.

Strathmore is partially funded by operating grants from:

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You don’t have to fight the traffic getting into DC to have a special evening out.”

– Janet Birchfield, Special Trips Coordinator, Riderwood