Summer Chamber Music At The Preserve: ‘American Dream’

Sunday, July 9, at 5p.m. at the Hempstead House

In a celebration of America’s Independence in 1776, artistic director Kathryn Lockwood gathers her amazingly talented friends and colleagues to present a wonderful program of works by American composers. Experience the music of female American composers Amy Beach and Florence Price as well as great American standards by George Gershwin, Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein. As music by American composers continues to flourish to this day, you will also be treated to recent compositions by John Harbison, Phillip Glass and our very own Yousif Sheronick. Returning musicians violinists Deborah Buck and Min Young Kim; cellist Carrie Stinson will join duo Jalal, along with pianist extraordinaire Orion Weiss.

Tickets: $54.00 - $65.00 including fees. For tickets, please visit https://ci.ovationtix. com/34272 production/1165080?performanceId=11305416

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In 2022, Daniel ran his 1st NYC Marathon to support his Foundation. He successfully crossed the finish line and raised funds to support both the special needs population and veterans. Over the past 20 years, Daniel has raised over $10 million for various charities. In 2016, he was entered into the St. Francis Preparatory Hall of Fame for his contributions to the community, one of his proudest accomplishments.

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