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Montpelier Arts Center 9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708 301-377-7800, 410-792-0664, TTY 301-699-2544 arts.pgparks.com montpelier.arts@pgparks.com www.pgparks.com
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Montpelier Arts Center welcomes aspiring creators and appreciators of art!
Welcome to an exciting new season of the arts at Montpelier!
Art intersects life at Montpelier Arts Center, a multi-faceted, community-oriented facility that has been a complete arts destination for more than 30 years, offering exhibitions, classes, performances, and studios. Sixteen professional artists maintain open studio hours for the public from 10 am – 5 pm daily, seven days a week. The three galleries housed at the Arts Center introduce changing exhibitions by local and national visual artists who work in a variety of media and styles. Nationally and internationally recognized performers hold concerts in a quaint, intimate setting. Classes in the visual and literary arts are offered year-round for adults, teens, and children. Customize your field trip or guided tour by calling 301-377-7800 at least two weeks ahead of your anticipated visit. For more information or to receive Montpelier Arts Center’s e-newsletter, send an email to montpelier.arts@pgparks.com.
For decades, Montpelier Arts Center has inspired thousands of individuals through our dedication to creating an accessible arts experience for all. We are committed to playing a central role in the cultural life of the community. We welcome you to join us for live music performances, art exhibitions, Jazz Talks, master workshops, classes, and more.
Information and Directions Contact: Phone 301-377-7800 or 410-792-0664; TTY 301-699-2544; arts.pgparks.com; montpelier.arts@pgparks.com. Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm (Closed major holidays) Gallery Hours: 10 am-5 pm seven days a week Visitor Guidelines: The galleries and studios at Montpelier Arts Center are free and open to the public, seven days a week. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the galleries. No photography or videography is allowed in the galleries without permission of the artists or the Arts Center. Accessibility: The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. Tours: Guided tours of the Arts Center include the exhibitions on view and visits with the artists working in their studios. Tours can be arranged by calling the Arts Center during office hours (8:30 am-5 pm). A tour of the Arts Center can often be arranged in conjunction with a tour of the Montpelier Mansion. To schedule a tour with the Mansion, call 301-778-7817; TTY 301-699-2544 or email montpeliermansion@ pgparks.com. Directions: Montpelier Arts Center is located off Route 197 and Muirkirk Road in Laurel, Maryland, one quarter-mile west of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. From the Capital Beltway (I-495), take the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (MD-295) North, and exit at Route 197 (Laurel-Bowie Road) towards Laurel. Continue on Route 197 to Crystal Plaza Shopping Center/Muirkirk Road. Turn left onto Muirkirk Road; Montpelier Arts Center Drive is the first right.
We believe that art can inspire and transform lives. Do you remember your first live music performance? Is there a book from your childhood that you’ve read over and over again? Are there lyrics to a song that you can’t forget? Was there a work of art that inspired you to start drawing?
“Any form of art is a form of power; it has impact, it can affect change-it can not only move us, it makes us move.” —Ozzie Davis This year, we want to hear from you. What inspires you? How have the arts impacted your life? Please share with us your stories and experiences with the arts. We’d love to hear from you. Thank you for taking the time to read about the programs we offer at Montpelier Arts Center. I hope you’ll feel inspired to visit us and enjoy the arts more!
Sonya Kitchens, Director, Montpelier Arts Center
Parking: There is plenty of free parking available at the Arts Center.
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EXHIBITIONS
Gallery Hours: Seven days a week, 10 am – 5 pm (closed major holidays) Admission is FREE to the galleries and gallery receptions.
Main Gallery
Chaotic Attractors: Fractal Art of Abdi Darai SEPTEMBER 11 – NOVEMBER 1, 2015 Reception: Friday, September 11, 7-9 pm
Abdi Darai
Abdi Darai combines worlds of geometric constructions, art, and multi-layered structures of nature. An associate professor of mathematics at the University of the District of Columbia, he designs fractals both as a passion and a scientific pursuit.
All Hung Open Exhibition: Gratitude NOVEMBER 7 – DECEMBER 27, 2015 Reception: Sunday, December 6, 2-4 pm In the antithesis of a curated show, artists answer a general call for entries inspired by the theme “Gratitude.” Bring one piece of art per person and a donation of five canned goods. For details, please contact Montpelier Arts Center at 301-377-7800.
Library Gallery
The Library Gallery at Montpelier Arts Center highlights local artists selected by a juror. Lisa Semerad, a drawing and painting instructor at The Art League in Alexandria, located in the Torpedo Factory Art Center, served as the juror for the 2015-2016 Library Gallery Competition.
Unique Visions by Richard Paul Weiblinger SEPTEMBER 11 – NOVEMBER 1, 2015 Reception: Friday, September 11, 7-9 pm
Caroline Thorington
Through his photographs, Richard Weiblinger reveals a passion for exploring our world by transforming everyday views and objects into art by using creative lighting to not only illuminate his subjects but also to give them a dream-like, surreal quality.
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Richard Paul Weiblinger
Menagerie by Caroline Thorington NOVEMBER 7 – DECEMBER 27, 2015 Reception: Sunday, November 8, 2-4 pm Caroline Thorington’s Menagerie includes a compendium of lithographic fine art prints about animals: sometimes her animals appear as fantastical beings, other times creatures of legend and myth, and occasionally as themselves: portraits of living, breathing creatures. THE ARTS AT MONTPELIER | 3
Resident Artist Gallery Come Together by Linda Bernard and Roslyn Logsdon SEPTEMBER 4 – 27, 2015 Reception: Friday, September 11, 7-9 pm For many years, Linda Bernard and Roslyn Logsdon have come together as artists and friends at the Montpelier Arts Center where they both have studios and teach. Bernard explores form and textures in clay, while Logsdon rug hooks Gothic arches, people, and more recently, abstract studies of trees.
Montpelier Instructors Showcase OCTOBER 3 – NOVEMBER 1, 2015 Reception: Sunday, October 4, 2-4 pm For over thirty years, Montpelier Arts Center has provided the residents of Prince George’s County and surrounding areas access to learning from some of the leading artists in their field. Join us in celebrating our instructors’ works of art that have inspired so many!
Sushama Parikh NOVEMBER 7 – 29, 2015 Reception: Sunday, November 8, 2-4 pm A practicing artist in a variety of media for 50 years, Sushama Parikh has studied in Mumbai, India and the École des Beaux Arts in Paris. Her recent work includes iridescent ceramic wall tiles, plates, and studies of horses and bulls.
Annual Holiday Group Show DECEMBER 5 – 27, 2015 Reception: December 6, 2015, 2-4 pm Montpelier Arts Center’s resident artists showcase their work in this group holiday exhibition, highlighting their diversity and talent. Join us December 6th for the reception and our Annual Holiday Open House, then visit the artists in their studios to see where and how they create!
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Customize your own series! Buy tickets for any six concerts ($25 or more) from the Live! at Montpelier series, and get a seventh concert ticket FREE (up to $25). Higher price prevails. To purchase tickets, call 301-377-7800 or 410-792-0664.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2015, 8 PM
Rogerio Souza Performs Brazil’s Beloved Choro Music Internationally known seven-string guitarist Rogerio Souza brings the engaging sounds of Brazilian choro to the U.S. on one of his most exciting tours to date with world class musicians Leonardo Lucini on bass and Andrew Connell on saxophone and clarinet.
Rogerio Souza
Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2015, 8 PM
César Orozco Cubadisco Award winning pianist César Orozco sets the stage on fire with exuberant Latin rhythms that fuse jazz with Cuban and Venezuelan musical styles in unexpected ways that fans in North and South America find irresistible. Return on Sunday, September 27, 2 pm for César’s Jazz Talk. Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2015, 8 PM
Marianne Matheny-Katz Baltimore’s beloved singer, two-time award winner of the Billie Holiday Competition, released her CD Somewhere in Paradise to rave reviews, national airplay, and sold out concerts.
César Orozco. Photo by Michael G. Stewart.
LIVE! AT MONTPELIER Enjoy concerts featuring local, national, and international artists in a quaint, intimate setting. The acoustics make every performance a special experience for the ears. 6 | SEPT-DEC 2015
© Manabu Yoshinaga Photo of Elijiah Jamal Balbed
“[Matheny-Katz] possesses a quintessential jazz voice, which she enlivens with lissome, conversational phrasing.” – John Murphy, music critic Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2015, 8 PM
Elijah Jamal Balbed Quintet featuring Paul Bollenback Saxophonist and composer Elijah Jamal Balbed is an award-winning musician in the Washington, DC area. His quintet will be joined by special guest, Paul Bollenback on guitar.
“Elijah brings with him a deep sense of tradition, but one also hears a kaleidoscope of free flowing ideas, delivered on a golden platter, replete with a burly, and easy sound” - Craig Handy, Saxophonist/ Educator (Roy Haynes, Herbie Hancock, The Cookers)
Marianne Matheny-Katz
Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015, 8 PM
David Boothman and CAJE As one of the catalysts for the Caribbean Jazz Renaissance in America, CAJE (Caribbean Art Jazz Ensemble) is an eloquent blend of international musicians whose World-Beat Jazz fuses calypso, salsa, and reggae in a smooth, sensuous, but fiery expression. Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2015, 8 PM Juanito Pascual New Flamenco Trio
Juanito Pascual New Flamenco Trio Juanito Pascual’s unique and creative fusion of traditional and contemporary flamenco with influences ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Miles Davis and J.S. Bach is sure to appeal to jazz, classical, and pop music fans.
“One of the hottest Flamenco guitarists to emerge in recent years.”National Public Radio Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2015, 8 PM
Remembering Ronnie Wells and Ron Elliston Ronnie Wells and Ron Elliston
For over 30 years Ronnie Wells and Ron Elliston performed and taught jazz in the Washington, DC area, and beyond. Honor their memory in this evening of their music accompanied by a slideshow and video of this wonderful duo. Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015, 3 PM & 7 PM
A Charlie Brown Christmas with the Eric Byrd Trio The Eric Byrd Trio celebrates the music from the Peanuts’ Charlie Brown Christmas show—songs we all grew up with and loved. By bringing fresh arrangements to these familiar songs, it gets everyone in the holiday mood. Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!
Eric Byrd Trio
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David Boothman
Tickets: $15/person
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Smooth Sounds for Seniors
Visit Montpelier Arts Center for a fun series of special programs designed just for seniors 60 & better! Concerts begin at 12 noon and tickets are $12/person.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2015, 12 NOON
Night and Day Night & Day will highlight the music of George Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, and Cole Porter. Prepare to hear some of your favorite standards, marinated lightly with a jazz and swing feel. Vocalists Katie Hale and Michael Suser will pay special attention to the warm, sophisticated lyrics of these jazzy melodies. Tickets: $12/person
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2015, 12 NOON
Chuck Holden International jazz vocalist Chuck Holden has performed across the east coast and headlined the Jazz Festival at the Ritz-Carlton in the Grand Cayman Island. Chuck currently performs with a ten piece band called the NinJazz in the Washington, DC area.
“[Holden’s] vocals have the kind of crystal clear articulation and interpretation that is reminiscent of Nat King Cole.” ---Dave Segal, Jazz Accordion
Classical Recital Series
The annual recital series of classical music is a juried competition open to all classical musicians in the United States. All recitalists are winners of the 20152016 Classical Recital Competition. Recitals take place in the Main Gallery at Montpelier Arts Center. Classical recitals are free, but a $5 donation is appreciated. Following the recitals, please join us for a reception sponsored by CAAPA: Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts. About the Juror: Richard Scerbo maintains an active schedule as a conductor, bassoon teacher, and arts administrator at the National Orchestral Institute and the University of Maryland School of Music. In 2004, seeking to transcend the confines of the traditional classical concert experience, Scerbo founded INSCAPE Chamber Orchestra, a critically acclaimed, GRAMMY nominated group of high energy master musicians.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2015, 3 PM
Mary Bowden, Trumpet Classical trumpeter and Yamaha Performing Artist, Mary Elizabeth Bowden has emerged as a brilliant, young soloist and is highly regarded for her artistry and virtuosity, as well as the clarity, purity and power of her sound.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2015, 3 PM
Yulia Petrochuk, Vocals Born in Tula, Russia, Yulia Petrachuk began musical studies and performing from an early age of 5. Accepted into the prestigious Tchaikovsky State Conservatory in Moscow, she has performed in numerous operas throughout Europe, Russia, and the U.S.
Tickets: $12/person
Night and Day Yulia Petrochuk Chuck Holden 10 | SEPT-DEC 2015
Mary Bowden
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SPECIAL EVENTS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2015, 11 AM – 2 PM
Montpelier Fall Festival Celebrate fall at the third annual Montpelier Fall Festival! Decorate pumpkins create autumn-themed crafts, have your face painted, skate in the skate mobile, and have loads of family fun! You’ll go home with a bag full of souvenirs to remember this day of art!
The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown
All ages; FREE; bring your own pumpkin and large brown paper bag to decorate and carry projects.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2015, 11 AM
Frankenweenie (2012, Rated: PG) In this movie, young Victor conducts a science experiment to bring his beloved dog Sparky back to life, only to face unintended, sometimes monstrous, consequences. All ages; FREE
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2015, 1-4 PM
Annual Holiday Open House Montpelier Arts Center invites families to a fun holiday celebration! Tour resident artists’ studios, attend exhibition receptions, shop the pottery sale, enjoy holiday music, and be inspired by art demonstrations. FREE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2015, 7 PM
Ripped from the Headlines:
Reporting on the Integration of Laurel’s Schools
Join the Laurel Historical Society and facilitator Lindsey Baker to discuss integration at Laurel’s schools. FREE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2015, 2 PM
One Maryland One Book Discussion
The Boys in the Boat, by Daniel James Brown The 2015 One Maryland One Book selection is The Boys in the Boat, a dramatic story by Daniel James Brown about the American rowing team that stunned the world at Hitler’s 1936 Berlin Olympics. Join us for this inspirational book discussion. FREE
Jazz Talks Series
Join us at Montpelier Arts Center for our popular series of interactive, educational artist talks about jazz, music, and life, followed by Q&A sessions.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2 PM
César Orozco How does music education differ in Cuba, Venezuela, and the United States? Cuban born pianist, composer, and arranger César Orozco will help answer that question. Bring your curiosity and questions to this fascinating discussion! This talk follows his performance with his band on Friday, September 25, 2015, 8 pm.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2 PM
“Baltimore Jazz: The Legacy of the Left Bank Jazz Society” with Willard Jenkins Award winning jazz journalist and popular WPFW show host Willard Jenkins returns to focus on the history and state of jazz in “Charm City.” Get ready to learn new facts that will surely lead to another lively discussion.
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Willard Jenkins
Celebrate the Heritage Months
Library Gallery Competition
Montpelier Arts Center will be offering celebratory workshops through the 2015-2016 season to honor and teach traditional crafts inspired by the Heritage Months. For more information, contact Montpelier Arts Center at 301-377-7800 or montpelier.arts@pgparks.com.
Montpelier Arts Center is pleased to invite artists to enter its annual competition in Spring 2016 to be selected for a two-month long exhibition to be held in the Library Gallery for the 2016-2017 season. Artists must reside in Maryland and may apply for solo or group exhibitions. An honorarium will be awarded to each artist/group selected for exhibition.
Pack a picnic! The grounds of Montpelier Arts Center are the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic prior to joining us for a concert or program. Bring your basket and blanket for an oldfashioned picnic in the great outdoors. Please be kind and pick up your trash.
Artist Opportunities at Montpelier! Montpelier Arts Center is proud to support the arts and welcomes artists of all ages to showcase their work in our exhibitions and programs. For detailed information on the programs listed, contact Montpelier Arts Center by phone at 301-377-7800 or by email at montpelier.arts@pgparks.com.
All Hung Open Exhibition:
Gratitude 2015 Montpelier Arts Center is delighted to offer an opportunity for all artists to exhibit their work inspired by the theme of “Gratitude” during this year’s All Hung Open Exhibition, which will be on view in the Main Gallery from November 7 – December 27, 2015. On Wednesday, November 4 from 10 am – 8 pm, artists may bring one piece of artwork to the Arts Center along with five canned goods that will be donated to a local food pantry. Artwork will be accepted until the walls are full. Artwork must be appropriately matted, framed, and wired for exhibition, and may not exceed 36 inches in any direction and must weigh less than 25 lbs. Artwork should not have been previously shown at Montpelier Arts Center. Artists must be 18 years of age or older and live in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, D.C. to participate. There is no hanging fee. Please contact the Arts Center for a Drop Off Release Form.
Artists on the Rise:
Fourth Annual Juried Teen Exhibition The fourth annual Montpelier Arts Center juried teen exhibition will take place in March 2016 in the Library and Resident Artist Galleries. This competition is open to all artists 13-18 years of age who reside in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, D.C. Jurors will award prizes and cash honoraria based on artistic excellence. For more information, please contact Montpelier Arts Center at (301) 377-7800 or montpelier.arts@pgparks.com.
Main Gallery Call for Proposals Montpelier Arts Center aims to showcase a diverse array of art from different genres, media, and cultures to stimulate public interest, excitement, and dialogue about the arts. We welcome interested artists and groups to submit exhibition proposals for the Main Gallery at Montpelier Arts Center. (Please note that this is an open call for proposals and there is no guarantee that submitted proposals will be selected for exhibition.)
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Classical Recital Competition Classical musicians are being sought for the 2016-2017 Montpelier Arts Center Recital Competition. These Sunday afternoon recitals are free to the public and will take place in the Main Gallery. The competition is open to all musicians residing in the United States, and will take place in spring 2016; winners will be awarded honoraria and presented in recital during the 2016-2017 season.
Take a Class or Workshop at Montpelier! Montpelier Arts Center offers many workshops and classes for children, teens, and adults. Spark a new passion or rekindle an old love for animation, ceramics, drawing, glass design, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, rug hooking, sculpture, sewing, watercolor, writing, and much more! There are several ways to view class offerings. All classes are listed in SMARTlink at www. pgparks.com, and can be located by browsing under Visual Arts, Performing Arts, or Lifestyle and Learning. Using the Advanced Search feature allows you to search for classes specific to Montpelier Arts Center and occurring within a selected date range. Contact the Arts Center at montpelier.arts@pgparks.com to receive the full class booklet either as a PDF or by mail.
Resident Artist Program Montpelier Arts Center houses resident artists who work in a diverse variety of media and styles. All are professional artists, and several teach the Arts Center’s classes and programs. Artists work in their studios throughout the week and can be visited by groups or individuals interested in purchasing their work, or learning more about the artistic process. On a revolving basis, resident artists exhibit new work in the Art Center’s Resident Artist Gallery.
Jurying for Studio Space Join a thriving community of professional artists in the Montpelier Resident Artist Program. Reasonably priced studios that vary in size are rented to qualified artists. Individual studio spaces at Montpelier Arts Center are located on the first floor and the second floor. The printmaking studio is a shared workspace on the first floor. Resident Artists who maintain studios at the Arts Center are also eligible for solo exhibitions in the Resident Artist Gallery on a rotating basis and have access to the studios seven days a week. If space is available, Montpelier Arts Center holds an annual jury for studio space every May. All interested are encouraged to visit the center, call 301-377-7800, or email montpelier.arts@pgparks.com for the application.
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