2019–20 Performance Series
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On behalf of everyone at Longwood Gardens, I am excited to share the roster of extraordinary artists coming to showcase their talents during our 2019–20 Performance Series of indoor concerts. This year’s lineup includes artists from 11 different countries, presenting you with a variety of cultures and musical genres to mirror the wide variety of horticultural wonders that you can enjoy at Longwood every day. And knowing that you are a curious audience, we have 15 artists making their Longwood debut. Whether you are a regular visitor to Longwood or someone attending their first performance, I welcome you wholeheartedly to experience the performing arts with us. —Tom Warner, Director, Performing Arts
Take Your Seats Pre-Sale for Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium Members Monday, August 12 & Tuesday, August 13 Sale begins at 9 am
Public Sale Wednesday, August 14 Sale begins at 9 am
How to Buy Tickets & Select Your Own Seat Purchasing online is the most efficient way to get performance tickets. Our online ordering system also features an interactive seating chart that allows you to select your own seat. Unless otherwise noted, all Performance Series tickets are sold via longwoodgardens.org/ performance-series. Ticketing fees apply.
Buy a Bundle, Save 20% Purchase a bundle of 3, 4, or 5 concerts and save 20%. This discount can be applied when tickets are purchased directly through our Pick 3, Pick 4, or Pick 5 bundles on longwoodgardens. org/performance-series.
Enjoy the Gardens Tickets purchased to any performance include all-day Gardens Admission. Prefer to Order by Phone? Purchase performance tickets by calling 610.388.1000. Phone orders incur a convenience fee.
Coffee Receptions Look for a coffee symbol to enjoy a complimentary coffee reception with the artists after select performances. Concessions and a cash bar are also available to guests attending a ticketed performance in the Conservatory.
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Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium Member Discount Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members receive up to 15% off 2019–20 Performance Series tickets and receive access to the Pre-sale. If you are eligible, your discount code is printed on the back of this brochure and will also be sent via e-mail. Use the discount code to unlock your discounted pricing. Buy a Bundle, Save 20% Tickets: longwoodgardens.org/performance-series
Find Your Tune A World of Music Series From Japanese koto meets Indian tabla to modern Nordic, enjoy performances by international artists that skillfully bring the sounds of the world to our Gardens.
Classical Series Our Classical Series features unique and highly accomplished ensembles performing undiscovered masterpieces to beloved favorites.
Holiday Series Delight in the sounds of the season with our ticketed and free holiday-themed performances.
Jazz Series Revel in the vibrancy of jazz and its rich cultural influences with soulful to lively performances.
Organ Series We share in our founder Pierre S. du Pont's love of organ music as we present some of the finest performers and rising stars of the organ world.
October
2019
Organ Series
Open Organ Console Day Saturday, October 12 9:30 am–12:30 pm Join in the excitement and have your five minutes of fame on The Longwood Organ. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission Must be at least 5 years of age to participate. Registration required by emailing: performingarts@longwoodgardens.org Time slots are limited. Organ Series
F. Anthony Thurman Sunday, October 13 3 pm F. Anthony Thurman delivers elegant and passionate performances characterized by sensitive phrasing, beautifully shaped melodic lines, and steady rhythmic energy. Thurman is music director at The First Presbyterian Church in Germantown, PA, and enjoys a distinguished career as an organ soloist, having performed hundreds of recitals throughout the US and abroad. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission Longwood Debut
A World of Music Series
Flamenco Fantasies– The Paco de Lucía Project Tuesday, October 15 8 pm Created by 10-time Latin Grammy Award-winner Javier Limón, The Paco de Lucía Project reassembles the original band that toured with the legendary flamenco guitarist for the last 10 years of his career. A longtime collaborator and producer of de Lucía, Limón creates an experience that honors the legacy of de Lucía, while paving a new path into the future of flamenco. Performance: Ballroom $40 Reserved Seating $34 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
A World of Music Series
Yumi Kurosawa with Special Guest Anubrata Chatterjee Tuesday, October 22 8 pm Koto visionary Yumi Kurosawa teams up with world-renowned tabla player Anubrata Chatterjee for a program bridging the music and culture of Japan and India and illuminating the deep-rooted similarities between the two. Kurosawa and Chatterjee spin mesmerizing musical tales as they reinforce the powerful idea of music as a means to enhance the collaborative spirit of our global community. Performance: Ballroom $30 Reserved Seating $26 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
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Flamenco Fantasies– The Paco de Lucía Project
Tuesday, October 15
Yumi Kurosawa with Special Guest Anubrata Chatterjee
Tuesday, October 22
Nella Tuesday, October 29
Sebastian Heindl
Friday, November 1
A World of Music Series
Nella Tuesday, October 29 8 pm Hailing from Margarita, Venezuela, Nella creates a distinctively soulful blend inspired by Venezuelan folk songs, the music of the Andalusian region, and her contemporaries. Nella lends her voice to the soundtrack for Asghar Farhadi’s film, Everybody Knows, starring Javier Bardem, Ricardo Darín, and Penélope Cruz. Her recently released debut album, Voy, features songs written by Grammy Award-winning producer and composer Javier Limón. Voy sets Nella’s expressive voice over a clean, sparse accompaniment, and is global Latin music for the 21st century. Performance: Ballroom $28 Reserved Seating $24 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
November Organ Series
Sebastian Heindl Friday, November 1 8 pm Sebastian Heindl, winner of the 2019 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition Pierre S. du Pont First Prize, Audience Choice Prize, and AGO Philadelphia Chapter Prize, makes his Longwood solo performance debut. Heindl’s wide-ranging program includes the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, Sigfrid Karg-Elert, César Franck, and more. Performance: Ballroom $28 Reserved Seating $24 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
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Jazzmeia Horn
Saturday, November 9
Keyboard ConversationsÂŽ with Jeffrey Siegel: Concerts with Commentary
Friday, November 15
Jazz Series
Classical Series
Jazzmeia Horn Saturday, November 9 8 pm
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Concerts with Commentary Friday, November 15 8 pm
Winner of the 2015 Thelonious Monk International Vocals Jazz Competition, 2013 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, and a 2018 Best Jazz Vocal Album Grammy Award nominee, Jazzmeia Horn has a name that speaks for itself, capturing the very essence of her expressive and lively music. Having earned a reputation as a jazz rising star, Horn appears on the national and international jazz scene while leading her dynamic group The Artistry of Jazz Horn. Performance: Ballroom $36 Reserved Seating $31 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
Organ Series
Steven Patchel Sunday, November 10 3 pm
Internationally acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel offers four decades of experience presenting Keyboard Conversations®, featuring lively, captivating remarks and virtuoso performances. In his The Joyous Music of Beethoven performance, Siegel helps answer who was behind Beethoven’s Theresa Sonata, who was leaving in his Farewell Sonata and why he was so profoundly affected by the departure, and more mysteries about one of the world’s favorite composers. Performance: Ballroom $35 Reserved Seating $30 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
An accomplished organist and recitalist, Steven Patchel serves as music director at Immanuel Episcopal Church, Highlands in Wilmington, DE. Patchel has presented organ recitals at Saint Thomas Church, Fifth Avenue in New York and the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, Princeton University Chapel, in addition to recitals at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Museum, Leeds Minster, and St. Paul’s Cathedral in the UK. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission Longwood Debut
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Holiday Series Holiday Series
The DePue Brothers: A Magical Grassical Christmas Tuesday, December 3 8 pm Celebrate the sounds of Christmas with The DePue Brothers. These four violinist brothers encompass a vivid blend of genres resulting in a style they refer to as “grassical”—a combination of bluegrass and classical music, with elements of jazz, blues, and rock mixed in for good measure. Performance: Ballroom $40 Reserved Seating $34 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Holiday Series
Lúnasa Thursday, December 5 8 pm Internationally recognized as one of the best traditional Irish bands in recent times, Lúnasa delivers complex arrangements and a unique sound. Formed from members of some of Ireland’s most influential bands and considered an “Irish music dream team” by Folk Roots magazine, Lúnasa modernizes traditional Irish music like never before. Performance: Ballroom $42 Reserved Seating $36 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
On View Friday, November 22, 2019– Sunday, January 5, 2020 This holiday we celebrate the many shapes of the season with a display that is both nostalgic and inventive. Free Holiday Performance Highlights: Oxford Choral Ensemble Monday, November 25 7 & 8 pm Haverford School Notables Tuesday, November 26 7 & 8 pm Rehoboth Welsh Choir Monday, December 9 7 & 8 pm Cherokee High School Girls Ensemble Tuesday, December 10 7 & 8 pm Ring of Praise Handbell Choir Wednesday, December 11 7 & 8 pm Forty Niners Thursday, December 12 7 & 8 pm Voce and The Belles of East, Cherry Hill High School East Monday, December 16 7 & 8 pm Chester County Choral Society Tuesday, December 17 7 & 8 pm Central Bucks High School West Choir Wednesday, December 18 7 & 8 pm A Longwood Christmas features free organ sing-alongs and performances daily. Our complete free holiday performance schedule will be available soon at longwoodgardens.org.
The DePue Brothers: A Magical Grassical Christmas
Tuesday, December 3
LĂşnasa
Thursday, December 5
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Carlene Carter
Saturday, February 15
Michael Smith
Sunday, January 26
An Evening with Altan
Friday, February 21
January
2020
February
Organ Series
A World of Music Series
Michael Smith Sunday, January 26 3 pm
Carlene Carter Saturday, February 15 8 pm
Michael Smith is the minister of music at St. Thomas’ Church, Whitemarsh, located in Ft. Washington, PA, where he oversees a large music program for the 1,200-member parish, including a chorister program of 18 children and a semi-professional adult choir. In addition to performing recitals, as well as accompanying and conducting choirs around the world, Smith served as graduate assistant conductor to the famed Yale Glee Club during his time at Yale University.
The daughter of June Carter Cash and country star Carl Smith, and stepdaughter of Johnny Cash, Carlene Carter has been releasing music for more than four decades and is the physical embodiment of The Carter Family in the 21st century. Her most recent album release is Carter Girl, a collection of Carter family songs and originals honoring her ancestors and confirming her proud place among them.
Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission
Performance: Exhibition Hall $35 Reserved Seating $30 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
Longwood Debut
Longwood Debut
A World of Music Series
An Evening with Altan Friday, February 21 8 pm For more than 35 years, Altan has brought the joy of traditional Irish music to audiences around the world. Altan returns to our Gardens for a heartwarming, dynamic performance with songs ranging from the most touching old Irish songs to hard-hitting reels and jigs. Performance: Exhibition Hall $40 Reserved Seating $34 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
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Classical Series
Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet Friday, February 28 8 pm The Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet is committed to performing undiscovered masterpieces as well as the standards of classical, romantic, and modern literature. Comprised of three members of the Berlin Philharmonic and pianist Markus Groh, the Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet presents a program by composers Frank Bridge, Danny Elfman, and Richard Strauss. Performance: Ballroom $36 Reserved Seating $31 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
March Classical Series
Curtis Student Recitals Sunday, March 1 Sunday, March 29 1 pm The Curtis Institute in Philadelphia trains exceptionally gifted young musicians for careers as performing artists on the highest professional level. Experience the stars of tomorrow as they perform solo and chamber music in these pregraduation recitals. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission
A World of Music Series
Dreamers’ Circus Tuesday, March 3 8 pm A driving force in Nordic world music, Dreamers’ Circus draws inspiration from the deep traditions of regional folk music, reshaping them into something bright, shiny, and new. This young Danish trio includes Nikolaj Busk on piano and accordion, Ale Carr on Nordic cittern, and Rune Tonsgaard Sørensen, also of the Danish String Quartet, on violin. Performance: Ballroom $34 Reserved Seating $29 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
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Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet
Friday, February 28
Dreamers’ Circus
Tuesday, March 3
Classical Series
A World of Music Series
The King’s Singers Thursday, March 5 8 pm
Noa with Gil Dor Thursday, March 19 8 pm
Acclaimed worldwide for their virtuosity, energy, and charm, The King’s Singers are consummate entertainers instantly recognizable for their immaculate innovation, vocal blend, diction, and incisive timing.
An internationally renowned artist of Yemenite origins, Noa is known for her artistry and her commitment to peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Inspired by her Letters to Bach—a 12-piece selection of Bach’s instrumental music with Noa’s contemporary lyrics and messges—Noa and her longstanding musical collaborator and guitarist Gil Dor bring to the stage a selection of their diverse and inspiring repertoire in English, Hebrew, and Yemenite.
Performance: Ballroom $42 Reserved Seating $36 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
Organ Series
Peter Richard Conte & POLYPHONIA Friday, March 13 8 pm Longwood Gardens Principal Organist Peter Richard Conte and POLYPHONIA, the all-professional choir of Saint Clement’s Church, Philadelphia, together present sacred and secular music spanning four centuries. Conte performs Marcel Dupré’s epic Symphonie Passion, a masterpiece rarely heard in its entirety. Performance: Ballroom $30 Reserved Seating $26 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
Organ Series
Andrew Senn Sunday, March 15 3 pm Known for his colorful programming and playing, Andrew Senn is director of music and organist at The First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, and organist and pianist for Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel in Elkins Park, PA.
Performance: Exhibition Hall $38 Reserved Seating $32 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
Jazz Series
Kat Edmonson Friday, March 27 8 pm Kat Edmonson has charmed audiences worldwide with her mellifluous voice and her seamless talent in making old styles new. Edmonson’s fourth album, Old Fashioned Gal, is a cinematically inspired collection of songs that highlights her distinctive contemporary American sound. Performance: Ballroom $35 Reserved Seating $30 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission
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The King’s Singers
Thursday, March 5
Noa with Gil Dor
Thursday, March 19
Kat Edmonson
Friday, March 27
George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Saturday, April 4
The Kennett Symphony
Sunday, April 5
April A World of Music Series
George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Saturday, April 4 8 pm George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain is an original musical ensemble featuring only ukuleles of various sizes and registers, accompanied by just the natural voices of the performers. The Orchestra is best known for playing versions of famous rock songs, orchestral classics, and film themes that subvert audience expectations. With performances considered moving, funny, stomping, thought provoking, surprising, and toe tapping, the Orchestra takes us on “a world tour with only hand luggage.” Performance: Exhibition Hall $38 Reserved Seating $32 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members
Classical Series
The Kennett Symphony Sunday, April 5 7:30 pm An integral part of the artistic community for more than 75 years, the Kennett Symphony is known for their refined and impassioned performances. Enjoy the energy of live classical music and the artistry of professional musicians as the orchestra performs works by Schubert, Brahms, and Buhr in an intimate setting. Performance: Exhibition Hall Tickets: kennettsymphony.org or 610.444.6363 $50 Reserved Seating $45 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Please note: The Kennett Symphony performance is not eligible for our Pick 3, Pick 4, or Pick 5 bundle packages. Tickets must be purchased through the Kennett Symphony.
Organ Series
Open Organ Console Day Saturday, April 11 9:30 am–12:30 pm Join in the excitement and have your five minutes of fame on The Longwood Organ. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission Must be at least 5 years of age to participate. Registration required by emailing: performingarts@longwoodgardens.org Time slots are limited.
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The Clayton Brothers Quintet
Friday, April 17
Thomas Heywood
Friday, May 1
Jazz Series
The Clayton Brothers Quintet Friday, April 17 8 pm Brothers John and Jeff Clayton prove conclusively blood is thicker than water and can carry an unimpeded flow of pure creativity. While their paths would sometimes diverge—with John becoming a seven-time Grammy Awardwinning jazz and classical bassist, and saxophonist Jeff recording several pop and jazz albums—the brothers continued to share a common musical vision that would draw them back together, now leading The Clayton Brothers Quintet. Performance: Ballroom $36 Reserved Seating $31 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
Organ Series
Chris Gage Sunday, April 19 3 pm
May Organ Series
Thomas Heywood Friday, May 1 8 pm Internationally acclaimed organ virtuoso Thomas Heywood is celebrated for his unique ability to make the greatest music of all time come alive on the king of instruments. In his Longwood debut after serving on the jury of the 2019 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition, Heywood performs his own transcription of Beethoven’s complete Symphony No. 5, as well as Beethoven’s Egmont Overture and other thrilling symphonic repertoire. Performance: Ballroom $30 Reserved Seating $26 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Longwood Debut
Director of Music at Overbrook Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, Chris Gage also teaches music theory at the University of Delaware. Praised for his convincing interpretations of the music of the North German baroque, Gage performs both at home and abroad. Performance: Ballroom Free with Gardens Admission Longwood Debut
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Gardens Information Gardens Hours Gardens hours vary by time of year. For Gardens hours, visit: longwoodgardens.org. Gardens Admission Tickets purchased for any performance include all-day Gardens Admission. Just visiting the Gardens? Plan your visit and purchase timed tickets in advance at longwoodgardens.org. Dining at The Terrace The Terrace is a Certified Green Restaurant® through the Green Restaurant Association and offers two dining experiences. The Café Enjoy casual fare made from fresh seasonal ingredients. For hours, visit longwoodgardens.org/dine. 1906 Savor this artful, full-service dining experience, available at select times of the year. For hours, menus, and reservations visit longwoodgardens.org/ dine, or call 610.388.1000. Please note: 1906 & The Café are available for dinner before our holiday ticketed concerts. Please check longwoodgardens.org for dining availability prior to performance. For Your Convenience Longwood Gardens covers many acres. There are no shuttles within the Gardens except to the Webb Farmhouse in our Meadow Garden. We’re happy to offer the following: –N on-motorized wheelchairs, electric scooters, and children’s strollers are available on a first-come basis for a fee. Supply limited, reservations not accepted. –S cooters are not available during rainy, snowy, or freezing weather.
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