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StrathMorenewsVolume 24 | Issue 3

march–may 2011

The Stravinsky Project Pages 16–17

Spring Singing Classes

Come Out and Play!Page 15

Naturally 7

“A jaw-dropping vocal symposium”

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3–4 This Just In! 5 Artist Confidential: Naturally 7 6 Fine Art 7–14 Strathmore Calendar 15 Come Out and Play! 16–17 The Stravinsky Project 18 Strathmore Tea 19 General Information

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An evening with David Crosby and Graham Nash MAY 2, 8PMCo-PreSeNted With aM ProduCtioNShear two of the ‘60s and ‘70s most iconic voices and prolific songwriters, together again! rock and roll hall of Fame inductees david Crosby (“Wooden Ships,” “Long time Gone”) and Graham Nash (“teach Your Children,” “our house”) perform a mix of their classic hits and new songs never be-fore heard on stage or on record.tickets $35-$125 (Stars Price $31.50-$112.50)

eDuCATION PROGRAMSMANSION AT STRAThMORe

Silk Painting WorkshopAPRIl 15, 10AM–3PMinstructor diane tuckman unlocks the secrets of painted silk, teaching the techniques of stretch-ing, diluting, resisting, spotting, salting and more. Beginners welcome.tuition $125 (Stars Price $112.50)

Precious Metal Clay WorkshopMAY 6, 10AM–3PMCreate your own one-of-a-kind jewelry piece as Kathryn ottman leads you through an introduction to precious metal clay materials, tools, shaping, texturizing, firing and finishing. Beginners welcome.tuition $90 (Stars Price $81), plus $30 materials fee

Introduction to Mosaics WorkshopMAY 14, 10AM–4PMGet to know the intricate process of creating works in mosaic in this hands-on beginners’ workshop with artist hillary Sloate. explore layout methods, and design techniques using a variety of tesserae. tuition $90 (Stars Price $81), plus $10 materials fee

Nils lofgren and Friends MAY 5, 8 PMWith more than 25 years as the guitarist with Bruce Springsteen’s e Street Band under his belt, Nils Lofgren has secured his place in the realm of rock royalty. don’t miss this intimate acoustic perfor-mance with a band of his friends!tickets $25–$55 (Stars Price $22.50–$49.50)

Nicholas Simmons Watermedia WorkshopMAY 20 & 21, 10AM–4PMthis National Watercolor Society top-prize winner celebrates an unorthodox approach to watercolor as he pushes the envelope in this exciting two-day workshop. Learn and create your own works with individual feedback from the instructor, including special attention to Simmons’ noted texturizing approaches, fluid acrylics, poured paintings and progressive composition. tuition $200 (Stars Price $180)

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FRIDAY NIGhT eCleCTICdon’t miss this fabulously fun series. Grab a beer and unwind with friends.DOORS 8PM; CONCeRT 9PMSTANDING ROOM ONlY (exCePT MARCh 25)tickets $10 (Stars Price $9) in advance $12 cash-only at door

COMe eARlY FOR The $2 PBR hAPPY hOuR$2 PBr hour, 8–9PMPromotional Partner PBR

Junior league BandROCK — MARCh 4

First Name Basis with Bo Jankans and educated ConsumershIP hOP — MARCh 11

Sub-Continental Drift: A South Asian Salon featuring Fourth Stream and uS Department of Bhangra JAZZ/BhANGRA — MARCh 18

Scrapomatic featuring Mike Mattisonlead vocalist of the Derek Trucks BandFOlK–ROCK — MARCh 25

ilyAIMY and PrimitivityFOlK–ROCK — APRIl 1

Sin MiedoSAlSA — APRIl 8

ART AFTeR hOuRS Strathmore’s Mansion Galleries are open lateon Wednesdays, so plan to take in the beauties of the current collection while hearing great music in an intimate setting.WeDNeSDAYS, 7:30PMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

IlluminareMARCh 30Bringing to light the distinctive, early repertoire for women’s voices, illuminare has been dazzling dC audiences since 2006. don’t miss their Strathmore de-but, performing rare works from the Medieval through Baroque periods.

Charlie Barnett DuoMAY 11award-winning television, theatrical film and docu-mentary film composer Charlie Barnett on piano, joined by accomplished jazz vocalist Marilyn older.

laura TsaggarisMAY 18The Washington Post calls this singer-songwriter “a solid pop foundation with a splash of blues, a touch of rock and a hit of soul that affirms a genu-ine musical gift.”

Wayne Wilentz QuartetMAY 25the “WW4” has thrilled Washington audi-ences with authentic Brazilian jazz for 20 years. Swing to the seductive sounds from these fixtures of the d.C. music scene.

Pam Parker QuartetJuNe 1eclectic jazz highlighted by Pam Parker’s clear, rich vocals and effortless phrasing. Join her devoted following.

Yvette CouvsonJuNe 8Soaring jazz vocals and original compositions from Couvson’s upcoming debut album.

leigh Pilzer and Jen KrupaJuNe 15imaginative jazz ensemble fronted by trombonist Jen Krupa and saxophonist Leigh Pilzer.

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“all around the world, people are attracted to the human voice. to its beauty, versatility—and to the strange things it can do,” explains roger thomas, musical director of the stunning vocal ensemble Naturally 7. thomas speaks from experience, hav-ing performed worldwide with the group since founding it with brother Warren more than 10 years ago. Naturally 7 regularly opens for international sensation Michael Bublé, while keeping their own demanding tour schedule.

the music of Naturally 7 defies expectations. their performance style grew from a cappella origins, but developed into what thomas terms “Vocal Play”—a thoroughly unique sound that meshes rich vocals with intensely realistic instrumentals—all created with the human voice alone. “the human voice is like a fingerprint,” thomas explains, “and little by little we found each guy has specific instru-ments that only he can do, the raspy voice of an electric guitar, plucking like a bass or creating the depth of a cello.”

in fact, audiences who hear Naturally 7 for the first time in concert often take a couple of songs to catch what’s going on, to understand that the instruments they hear are not on the stage but are being creat-ed vocally live on the microphone. Musicians mimic the motions of the instruments they imitate in order

to provide the audience with the visual imagery of a traditional band, and to get into the spirit of the in-struments they become. “Sometimes people need to see it broken down to really understand that it’s all vocal,” he shares, “We isolate one mic and people suddenly say ‘i can hear him breathing’ and they realize they can’t compare it to anything else, there’s no other experience like it.”

Naturally 7 brings a diverse set list with songs rang-ing from gospel to r&B to hip-hop to country to rock in what The Boston Globe hails as “a jaw-dropping vocal symposium.”With performances on The Today Show, Ellen, The Tonight Show, concerts around the world and a devoted internet following, Naturally 7 has emerged as an example of amazing showmanship to audiences around the world. Band members roger thomas (musical director, arrang-er, 1st baritone, rap), Warren thomas (percussion, guitar, clarinet, 3rd tenor) rod eldridge (1st tenor, scratching, trumpet), Napoleon (Polo) Cummings (4th tenor, guitar), dwight Stewart (2nd baritone, vocals, trumpet), Garfield Buckley (2nd tenor, har-monica) and “hops” hutton (bass) have developed a process through years of collaboration for craft-ing exciting arrangements, each musician putting his own spin on the sound of his “instruments.”

don’t miss your opportunity to see the electrify-ing, uplifting live performance of Naturally 7. the Music Center’s Concert hall offers the intimacy

and perfect acoustic setting to make this performance simply unbelievable!

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WeD., MAR. 2, 7:30PMartiSt iN reSideNCeNathan & Noble Jolley, jazz drummer Nathan and pianist Noble Jolley, Jr. follow their father’s footsteps—the late, great jazz guitarist Noble Jolley, Sr.—making scintillating, straight-ahead jazz. discover “explosive musicianship” from these “fiercely talented” (Jazz Times) young artists.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

WeD., MAR. 2, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSRandy Newmanhear “one of the most venerated songwriters of his generation” (USA Today) and winner of an oscar, five Grammys and three emmys—beloved film composer and musician randy Newman. MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $25-$65 (Stars Price $22.50-$58.50)

ThuRS., MAR. 3, 7:30PM MuSiC iN the MaNSioNAn evening of Jazz & Jobim with Ron Kearns, saxophone and Paul Wingo, guitarMaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMSoLd outSponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

ThuRS., MAR. 3, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSPeking Acrobats Silver Anniversary TourNew anniversary show! “’a’ is for acrobats and astounding, amus-ing, audacious and accomplished, accurate and attractive, and admirable, all of which describe, though not completely, the Peking acrobats” (Variety).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $25–$48 (Stars Price $22.50–$43.20)

FRI., MAR. 4, 5PMNatioNaL PhiLharMoNiCMaster Class with Brian Ganz, pianisteduCatioN CeNter, rooM 402admission $5reservations required, call(301) 493-9283, ext. 111.

FRI. MAR. 4, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCJunior league BandLissy rosemont’s banjo and vocals drive this old time rock-inspired ensemble.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance (Stars Price $9); $12 at door,standing room only

SAT., MAR. 5, 10:30AMStrathMore eduCatioNChildren’s historic home Tourdesigned for children 5 and up, this special guided tour tells the stories of the Mansion at Strath-more and gives an overview of its architectural features. MaNSioNFree, reservations required,call (301) 581-5109.

SATuRDAYS, MAR. 5–26, 11AM–12PMStrathMore eduCatioNOperaKids Your 6-8 year old will shine in this opera workshop with lyric soprano and music educator Yvette Lewis featuring Mozart’s The Magic Flute.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $90 for 4 sessions(Stars Price $81), optionalmaterials fee $25,parents may attend for free.

SAT., MAR. 5, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraRachmaninoff’s RhapsodyMarin alsop, conductorLukáš Vondrácek, pianoreceiving its world premiere 76 years ago at the Lyric opera house in Baltimore, rach-maninoff’s famous Rhapsody is in the inspired hands of Czech wunderkind Lukáš Vondrácek. Marin alsop begins a fascinating survey of the great 20th-century symphonist, Sergei Prokofiev, pairing the youthful insouci-ance of his First Symphony with his Sixth Symphony, a haunting memorial to World War ii.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

MON., MAR. 7, 11AM–12:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNCanaletto and his Rivalsantonio Canaletto (1697–1770) was the leading practitioner of view painting in Venice in the eighteenth century. While not the initiator of vedute in Venice, his imagination and power of expression brought the genre to a new level. this talk by dr. eric denker of the National Gallery examines the central role Canaletto played in the evolution of the form and his relationship to other painters. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

MONDAYS, MAR. 7–APRIl 11, 7:30–9:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNJazz Singing 201 For students who previously attended Strathmore’s Intro to Jazz or have previous jazz singing experience, howard university professor Connaitre Miller leads this class that builds on basic skills and helps students take their vocal performance to the next level. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $330 for 6 sessions (Stars Price $297)

TueS., MAR. 8, 8PM*StrathMore PreSeNtSCirque Mechanics Boom TownJourney to the 1865 mining town of rosebud, where an unlikely dis-covery sets off a series of hilarious events amid the adventure of the old west! the whole family will love this “exceptional, evocative, eye-catching, ear-catching and engross-ingly entertaining” acrobatic troupe (New York Times).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets: $25–$45 (Stars Price $22.50–$40.50)*Listen & Learn: Free post-concert discussion with the artists.

WeD., MAR. 9, 7PMMarYLaNd CLaSSiC Youth orCheStraSMasterworks for MarchFeaturing Young artists Symphony and Philharmonic and the rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2 winner! also presenting wind works with Baltimore’s new tuned-in wind ensemble.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $8–20

ThuRS., MAR. 10, 11AMLeViNe SChooL oF MuSiCMusicaliTeA!Complimentary tea and light fare at free performances by faculty-artists and students.eduCatioN CeNter, rooM 309Free, reservations required, call (202)-686-8000, ext. 1068.

ThuRS., MAR. 10, 7:30PMMuSiC iN the MaNSioNhahn-Bin, violinSoLd outMaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMSponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

Afternoon Teasthe perfect interlude in the hustle and bustle of life. Light lunch, dessert and Strathmore Signature Blend tea with live music.tuesdays & Wednesdays at 1PM. See complete schedule on page 18.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooM

$21 (Stars Price $18.90)Specialty teas $26 (Stars Price $23.40)Pre-paid, non-refundableFor reservations, call (301) 581-5108

Ongoing Weekly events

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Strathmore’s Guitar Festival celebrates the most influential instrument of the 20th century.

Strathmore Artists Juried exhibitionFeBRuARY 26–APRIl 2don’t miss this 20th anniversary celebration of the Strathmore artists Juried exhibition. this juried ex-hibition invites Strathmore artists to showcase the artwork that most exemplifies their artistic vision. Works range from painting to sculpture to photog-raphy to ceramics to textile art and beyond.

Baltimore Watercolor Society exhibitionAPRIl 9–MAY 21Join us for this annual ex-hibition of signature works in watercolor by area art-ists. Winner of nearly 200 prestigious awards and well known for his realistic urban landscapes, John Saminen serves as juror for this year’s exhibition.

Children’s Talk & TourMARCh 19, 10:15AM, Strathmore Artists Juried exhibitionMAY 14, 10:15AM, Baltimore Watercolor Society exhibitionBring your little artists to Strathmore for a special kid-friendly tour of our current exhibitions and a hands-on art activity to take home. Free, but reser-vations required. Call (301) 581-5109.

Art TalkMARCh 19, 1PM, Strathmore Artists Juried exhibitionMAY 14, 1PM, Baltimore Watercolor Society exhibitionenrich your appreciation for the artists, media and techniques in our current exhibitions through this thoughtful guided tour.Free, no reservations required.

SuMMeR FINe ART FOR KIDSit’s time again for our very popular summer arts programs for children and teens! Give your child the opportunity to participate in one of the area’s premier cultural experiences blending child-centered fun with expert instruction from profes-sional artists.

Plein Air Painting CampJulY 7, 8 & 9, 9:30AM–12:30PMYoung artists ages 11–14 enjoy time outdoors capturing the sights of the Strathmore campus. instructor Lee Boynton is a master of impres-sionism in both oil and watercolor, known for his techniques in reproducing the natural spectrum of light. he also serves as president and founder of the Mid atlantic Plein air Painters association. tuition $135 (Stars Price $121.50)

Art Camp—depARTures: Art Outside the Box!SeSSION I: AuGuST 1–5SeSSION II: AuGuST 8–12SeSSION III: AuGuST 15–199:30AM–12:30PMChildren ages 5–10 engage in a variety of hands-on art activities learning technique, expanding their artistic vocabulary and de-veloping their creative process. Leading the camps is painter and collage artist rosanna azar and her team of professional artists and art educators. they share with campers the passion, vision and sense of discovery that inspire their own artwork! tuition $225 (Stars Price $202.50)

ReGISTeR TODAY!Registration Begins Tuesday, March 1 at 10AMStrathmore ticket office(301) 581-5100 or online atwww.strathmore.org

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ThuRS., MAR. 24, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSJoan RiversFrom the Borscht Belt to the red carpet, this groundbreaking standup comic paved the way for generations of funny females. Come prepared to lose it laugh-ing as Joan rivers pokes fun at men, women, sex, work and show business. “oh, please...” get your tickets early for this show!MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $35–$69(Stars Price $31.50–$62.10)

FRI., MAR. 25 Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCScrapomatic featuring Mike Mattisonlead vocalist of the Derek Trucks BandJazz, roots and blues emerge in the soulful r&B vocals that made Scrapomatic one of The Boston Herald’s “hidden pearls” in today’s music scene.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance(Stars Price $9), $12 at door.

FRI., MAR. 25, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSAn evening with Naturally 7See page 5 for more information on this performance.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $22.50–$45(Stars Price $20.25–$40.50)

SAT., MAR. 26, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraGrieg’s Piano ConcertoYan Pascal tortelier, conductororion Weiss, pianoFrom its unforgettable opening theme of thundering gravitas to the grand final chords, edvard Grieg’s Piano Concerto has achieved immortality in a wide variety of contexts, from films to commercials. orion Weiss brings this endurably popular concerto to life, and BSo favorite Yan Pascal tortelier conducts music by his French compatriot Maurice ravel and a vibrant Concerto for orchestra full of folk themes by the Polish composer Witold Lutosławski.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

SuN., MAR. 27, 2PM*StrathMore PreSeNtSImago Theatre: ZooZoothis company conjures up one surprise after another, from a giant dinosaur to hungry anteaters, hitch-hiking rabbits, introverted frogs, insomniac hippos and cantankerous polar bears in a show that mixes deftly designed costumes, brilliant physical comedy, illusion and audience participation. MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $15–$35 (Stars Price $13.50–$31.50)*Listen & Learn: Free post-concert discussion with the artists.

MON., MAR. 28, 7PMAmerican YouthPhilharmonicCome hear the lively and unique ‘Concerto for two timpani’ by Philip Glass, performed on fourteen drums by doug Wallace and Jonathan rance. then enjoy a musical journey through rimsky Korsakov’s ‘Scheherazade’ all with the talented musicians of the american Youth Philharmonic.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $14 adults, $10 seniors and students at www.aypo.org only.

WeD., MAR. 30, 7:30PMart aFter hourS Illuminarethis extraordinary women’s ensemble focuses on early vocal repertoire (Medieval through early Baroque) composed or arranged for high voices. the name symbolizes the ensemble’s efforts to illuminate the glorious music of the past, often overlooked today. MaNSioN, ShaPiroMuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

ThuRS., MAR. 31, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSDavid Sedarisa master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today, david Sedaris wittily skewers social mores while serving up delicious commentary.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $35–$55 (Stars Price $31.50–$49.50)

APRIl 2011FRI., APRIl 1, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCilyAimy & PrimitivityPercussive performance of acous-tic guitar and tightly interwoven harmonies are ilyaiMY’s signature. Primitivity brings (no kidding!) a heavy metal cello quartet.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance(Stars Price $9), $12 at door,standing room only.

FRI., APRIl 1, 8:15PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraOff The CuffProkofiev’s Cinderella SuiteMarin alsop, conductorFollowing the enormous success of Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet, the composer was commissioned by the Kirov Ballet to write a score for the fairytale Cinderella. how was he inspired by the grandfather of russian ballet composers, tchaikovsky? did an illicit affair color his perspective? relish this classic fable with a musically personified cast of characters: Cinderella, her timid father, the nagging stepmother, the ardent prince and, of course, the hilarious and heartless stepsisters.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

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ThuRS., MAR. 10, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraBSO SuperPops A Celtic Celebration: Music of the emerald IsleJack everly, conductorJust in time for St. Patrick’s day, the BSo invites patrons to ex-plore the wide range of irish and Celtic repertoire with vocalists, step dancers, a traditional irish instrumentalist and an audience sing-along. highlights include excerpts from An Irish Symphony, Four Scottish Dances, Titanic, Brigadoon and Finian’s Rainbow.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

FRI., MAR. 11, 11AM & 12PMStrathMore eduCatioNhistoric home ToursGuided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the Mansion at Strathmore.MaNSioNFree, reservations required, call(301) 581-5109.

FRI., MAR. 11, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCFirst Name Basis with Bo Jankans and educated Consumersa night of hip hop with First Name Basis featuring lyrical gymnast Seez Mics and mix-master t.e.C.K! of educated Consumers with the twenty two year-old rhyme master Bo Jankans.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance(Stars Price $9), $12 at door,standing room only.

SAT., MAR. 12, 8PMNatioNaL PhiLharMoNiCGrieg Piano Concerto with Brian GanzPiotr Gajewski, conductor Brian Ganz, pianoGrieG Wedding Day at TroldhaugenGrieG Piano Concerto in a minorSiBeLiuS Symphony No. 2 in d MajorMuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $32 (children 7–17 free)*Free pre-concert lecture one hour before the performance.

MON., MAR. 14, 11AM–1PMStrathMore eduCatioNThe Delights of Design with Ikebana Make something beautiful to take home using ikebana, the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging. Sheila advani, noted local educa-tor in the modern Sogetsu School of ikebana, will guide you through a short history of the art and the making of your own arrangement. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $25 (Stars Price $22.50), plus $20 materials fee

WeD., MAR. 16, 8PMWaShiNGtoN PerForMiNG artS SoCietYNhK Symphony Orchestra of Japanandré Previn, conductor daniel Müller-Schott, cellotaKeMitSu Green eLGar Cello ConcertoProKoFieV Symphony No. 5Founded over 80 years ago and boasting a host of acclaimed conductors throughout its history (dutoit, ashkenazy, and Blomstedt, to name a few), Japan’s leading orchestra visits Strathmore conducted by the legendary andré Previn and featuring daniel Müller-Schott, “a fearless player with technique to burn” (The New York Times).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $20

ThuRS., MAR. 17, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraSchubert, Berg and Beethoven’s FifthMario Venzago, conductorBaiba Skride, violinWith its iconic opening, Beethoven’s most famous symphony is preceded by an altogether sunnier Fifth written by the remarkably gifted Schubert at age 19. Conductor Mario Venzago leads Latvian violinist Baiba Skride in a performance of alban Berg’s Violin Concerto, an emotionally charged elegy dedicated “to the memory of an angel,” the 18-year-old polio-stricken daughter of alma Mahler.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

FRI., MAR. 18, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCSubcontinental Drift: A South Asian Saloninternational trio Fourth Stream improvises with a strong groove plus South asian and Middle eastern sounds. uS department of Bhangra amps up the fun with Punjabi dance music.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance(Stars Price $9), $12 at door,standing room only.

SAT., MAR. 19, 10:15AM StrathMore FiNe artChildren’s Art Talk and TourSee page 6 for more information on this event.MaNSioNFree, reservations required,call (301) 581-5109.

SAT., MAR. 19, 1PMStrathMore eduCatioNArt TalkSee page 6 for more information on this event.MaNSioNFree, no reservations required.

SAT., MAR. 19, 7PMChoraLiS PreSeNtS An evening with Brahms Gretchen Kuhrmann, Conductor angela Meade, Soprano timothy Mix, Baritone BrahMS ein deutsches requiem haYdN Variations op. 56aone of the most beloved of all choral works, Johannes Brahms’ “human” requiem of comfort and joy will be brought to life by the voices of Choralis. the concert will open with one of the first set of independent variations written for orchestra, based on a melody by Franz Josef haydn. MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets from $39

SuN., MAR. 20, 7PM StrathMore PreSeNtSThe Del McCoury Banddiscover the pure joy of bluegrass and you’ll see why this Grammy winner feels as he does: “don’t ever let it be said, darling, that what i do don’t bring me joy…i’m a guitar-picking, bluegrass-sing-ing, never grow up boy.”MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $25–$48 (Stars Price $22.50–$43.20)

WeD., MAR. 23, 7:30PMartiSt iN reSideNCeNathan & Noble Jolley, jazz See March 2 for more information on this performance.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

WeD., MAR. 23, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSJuan de Marcos & The Afro-Cuban All StarsJuan de Marcos Gonzalez, “the Qunicy Jones of Cuba” and Buena Vista Social Club founder, brings together a multigenera-tional big band (ages spanning 13 to 81) for a Cuban-style party! MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $25-$52 (Stars Price $22.50-$46.80)

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Levine School of Music is a welcoming community where children and adults find lifelong inspiration and joy through learning, performing, listening to, and participating with others in music. Students of all ages and abilities are invited to register for special events, classes or private lessons, available in more than 20 instruments. to learn more call (301) 897-5100 or visit www.levineschool.org.

Come jam with us! Spring Break Rock CampCome join us at Levine for our Spring Break rock Camp and get your Spring BiG Break! Not just 15 minutes of fame…but a whole week of rock star classes. register today to reserve your spot in the spotlight! For students aged 9–16 with some experience on guitar, drums, bass, vocals and keyboard. april 18–22; Monday–Friday, 10am–2:30pm; ages 9–16

levine’s Music & Arts Day Camp sessions begin June 27 & July 18; ages 3–12New orleans—Let the Good times roll!

Maryland Campus at the Music Center at Strathmore

Washington Performing Arts SocietyWashington Performing arts Society presents two acclaimed orchestras this spring. Sir André Previn conducts the NhK Symphony Orchestra of Japan in Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony on March 16. they are joined by cellist Daniel Müller-Schott for elgar’s Cello Concerto. on april 12, former BSo music director Yuri Temirkanov returns to Strathmore with the St. Petersburg Philharmonic and cellist Alisa Weilerstein for a program of Shostakovich, rimsky-Korsakov, and Brahms’ Fourth Symphony. the WPaS Piano Masters Series continues with Marc-André hamelin performing a diverse program on april 29. Finally, beloved violinist Itzhak Perlman returns to Strathmore on May 1.

Yuri Temirkanov

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TueS., APRIl 12, 8PMWaShiNGtoN PerForMiNG artS SoCietYSt. Petersburg Philharmonic OrchestraYuri temirkanov, conductor alisa Weilerstein, celloriMSKY-KorSaKoV russian easter overture ShoStaKoViCh Concerto for Cello No. 1 BrahMS Symphony No. 4 in e minor tracing its storied roots back to 1802, russia’s oldest symphonic ensemble is “never short of breathtaking” (San Francisco Chronicle). Joining these dazzling musicians is emerging phenom alisa Weilerstein, whom New York Magazine calls “Yo-Yo Ma’s heiress apparent as sovereign of the american cello.”MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $35

FRI., APRIl 15, 10AM-3PMStrathMore eduCatioNSilk Painting WorkshopSee page 3 for more information on this workshop.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition: $125 (Stars Price $112.50)

FRI., APRIl 15, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraCharlie Chaplin’s The Gold RushMarin alsop, conductorthe Little tramp seeks his fortune during the Klondike gold rush in Charlie Chaplin’s 1925 masterpiece featuring the immortal “dance of the dinner rolls.” Chaplin’s favorite film will be shown in its entirety with his original musical score performed by the BSo.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

SAT., APRIl 16, 2–3PMStrathMore eduCatioNFamily Discovery Series: Discover BluesSee page 15 for more information on this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiroMuSiC rooMtuition $10 (Stars Price $9)

SAT., APRIl 16, 9PM2011 SPriNG GaLa at StrathMoreJohnny MathisSoLd out except for those purchasing dinner packages, call (301) 581-5200 for information.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLL

MONDAYS, APRIl 18–MAY 9, 7:30–9PMStrathMore eduCatioNSo You Think You Can’t Sing See page 15 for more information on this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $135 for 4 sessions(Stars Price $121.50)

FRI., APRIl 22, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSNancy WilsonFrom her first Grammy in 1964 for “how Glad i am,” Nancy Wilson has captivated audiences with her singular style, gliding easily from jazz to pop to rhythm and blues. “MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $28-$78 (Stars Price $25.20-$70.20)

SAT., APRIl 23, 10AM–3PMStrathMore eduCatioNvocal Jazz Intensive:It’s Not Just the MelodySee page 15 for more information on this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $60 (Stars Price $54)

WeD., APRIl 27, 7:30PMartiSt iN reSideNCeThe Sweater Set, pop/folk duoSee april 6 listing for more information on this performance.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

WeD., APRIl 27, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSOne Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen and The Worksin this spectacular tribute show, vo-calist Gary Mullen and the Works offer “an extravagant homage to [Queen’s] legacy…not merely pretenders to the throne but great showmen worthy of such an ac-colade.” (The Scotsman).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $28-$58 (Stars Price $25.20–$52.20)

FRI., APRIl 29, 7:30PM MuSiC iN the MaNSioNlos Angeles electric 8Strathmore presents the east Coast premiere of this electric guitar-based chamber ensemble in an inspired program that ex-plores the connections between traditional indonesian music and american minimalist music. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20) Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

FRI., APRIl 29, 8PMWaShiNGtoN PerForMiNG artS SoCietYMarc-André hamelin, pianohaYdN Variations in e minor, hob.xVi:34 SChuMaNN Carnaval, op. 9 WoLPe Passacaglia from Four Studies on Basic Rows, op. 23 Fauré Nocturne No. 6, op. 63 LiSzt Réminiscences de Norma, S.394recognized worldwide for the originality and technical brilliance of his performances, Marc-andré hamelin’s startlingly original blend of musicianship and virtuosity has earned him legendary status as a true avatar of the piano. MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $23The WPAS Piano Masters Series is generously underwritten by Betsy and Robert Feinberg.

SAT., APRIl 30, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraBrahms’ Second SymphonyCornelius Meister, conductorJonathan Carney, violinMaking his BSo debut, young German conductor Cornelius Meister, chief conductor and artistic director of the Vienna radio Symphony orchestra, leads two classical favorites. Bruch’s Second Violin Concerto features BSo Concertmaster Jonathan Carney. Brahms’ cheerful Second Symphony was created over a breezy summer holiday and is in sharp contrast to his somber First Symphony.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

MAY 2011SuN., MAY 1, 4PMWaShiNGtoN PerForMiNG artS SoCietYItzhak Perlman, violinRohan de Silva, pianoa captivating force on the world stage for over four decades, itzhak Perlman remains the reigning virtuoso of the violin. always endeared to his audiences, the Grammy Lifetime achievement award winner possesses “charismatic stage presence, superb technique, mastery of a wide repertoire, and an unfailing ability to communicate” (Contra Costa Times).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $55

MON., MAY 2, 11AM–12:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNJohn Singer Sargent in Washington Collections John Singer Sargent, born and raised in europe by american expatriate parents, was the greatest portraitist of his era and one of the greatest pure painters in Western art. this illustrated lecture by dr. eric denker of the National Gallery features in-depth discussions of Sargent’s work.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

MON., MAY 2, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSAn evening with David Crosby and Graham NashCo-Presented with AM ProductionsSee page 3 for more information on this performance.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $35–$125 (Stars Price $31.50–$112.50)

WeD., MAY 4, 6PMeduCatorS SerViNG the CoMMuNitY PreSeNtSThe educators Serving The Community Awardsthe premier national red carpet, black tie fundraiser and affair that honors educators in our country for their excellence in education, community service and advance-ments in the community.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $75–$225

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SAT., APRIl 2, 10:30AMStrathMore eduCatioNChildren’s historic home TourSee March 5 listing for more information on this tour.MaNSioNFree, reservations required, call(301) 581-5109.

SAT., APRIl 2, 2–3PMStrathMore eduCatioNFamily Discovery Series: Discover FolkSee page 15 for more information on this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $10 (Stars Price $9)

SAT., APRIl 2, 8PM*SuN., APRIl 3, 3PM*NatioNaL PhiLharMoNiCAll BeethovenPiotr Gajewski, conductorSeymour Lipkin, pianoBeethoVeN Coriolan OvertureBeethoVeN Piano Concerto No. 4 in G MajorBeethoVeN Symphony No. 7 in a MajorMuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *Free pre-concert lecture one hour before each performance.

SuN., APRIl 3, 7:30PMMuSiC iN the MaNSioNMarti Jones and Don DixonSoLd outMaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooM

MON., APRIl 4, 11AM–12:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNWhen Jazz Came to Symphony hall Music educator aniko debreceny discusses american popular music composers who wrote in the classical medium, but with a jazz flavor. Listen to works by William Grant Still, George Gershwin, duke ellington and more. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50)enjoy lunch in the Prelude Café, just $10 more!

WeD., APRIl 6, 7:30PMartiSt iN reSideNCeThe Sweater Set, pop/folk duoMaureen andary and Sara Curtin wear vintage clothing, play flute, ukulele and accordion and load their performances with surprises like band-made cupcakes, sword swallowers and more.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $12 (Stars Price $10.80)

ThuRS., APRIl 7, 7:30PMMuSiC iN the MaNSioNThe vertigo String QuartetCoriGLiaNo String Quartet No. 1, “Farewell”MeNdeLSSohN String Quartet No. 4 in e Minor, op. 44, No. 2original compositions by the ensembleMaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

ThuRS., APRIl 7, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraBSO SuperPopslive and let Die: A Tribute to Paul McCartneyMichael Krajewski, conductortony Kishman, vocalistJim owen, vocalistenjoy a live performance of the most popular McCartney songs, backed by the BSo. tony Kishman, regarded by Beatles connoisseurs as the world’s best McCartney look-alike and sound-alike, delivers an authentic concert experience for Beatles fans of all ages.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

FRI., APRIl 8, 11AM & 12PMStrathMore eduCatioNhistoric home ToursSee March 11 listing for more information on these tours.MaNSioNFree, reservations required, call(301) 581-5109.

FRI., APRIl 8, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCSin MiedoGet ready to dance with this hot 8-piece salsa ensemble.MaNSioNtickets $10 in advance(Stars Price $9), $12 at door,standing room only.

FRI., APRIl 8, 8PM*StrathMore PreSeNtS Stravinsky’s Russian AccentSee pages 16-17 for more information on this performance.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $21–$49 (Stars Price $18.90–$44.10)*Listen & Learn! Free post-concert discussion with the artists.

APRIl 9–MAY 21StrathMore FiNe artBaltimore Watercolor Society’s 2011 Mid-Atlantic Regional Watercolor exhibitionthe 126th annual exhibition by the Baltimore Watercolor Society re-turns to Strathmore featuring works of art in water-media created by artists from throughout the region.MaNSioN GaLLerieSadmission free

SAT., APRIl 9, 2–3PMStrathMore eduCatioNFamily Discovery Series: Discover JazzSee page 15 for more information on this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $10 (Stars Price $9)

SAT., APRIl 9, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSArturo Sandovalthis Grammy-winning trumpeter can burn through an afro-Cuban groove, tear up a bebop tune, soar over a Mozart concerto and soothe you with a luscious ballad. “unabashedly spectacular” (The New York Times).MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $20–$55 (Stars Price $18-$49.50)

SuN., APRIl 10, 12–3:45PMStrathMore PreSeNtS Interpreting StravinskySee pages 16–17 for more information on this event. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

SuN., APRIl 10, 4PM*StrathMore PreSeNtS Stravinsky and the PianoSee pages 16–17 for more information on this event. MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $20–$45 (Stars Price $18–$40.50)*Listen & Learn! Free post- concert discussion with the artists.

MON., APRIl 11, 11AM–12:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNWhen the Symphony learned to Shimmy Music educator aniko debreceny explores the music of classical composers such as debussy and ravel who wrote in jazz styles in this engaging lecture. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

Slip Into Spring with the National Philharmonic!National Philharmonic kicks off its spring season with pianist Brian Ganz performing Grieg’s only concerto on March 12, led by Music director & Conductor Piotr Gajewski.

Spring highlights include an all Beethoven program on april 2 and 3, showcasing the Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major with the great Seymour Lipkin at the keyboard. the evening will also include the Symphony No. 7, described by Wagner as “all tumult, all yearning and storming of the heart … .”

on May 14, oboist Mark hill and violinist elena urioste take the stage to perform Bach’s Concerto for oboe and Violin and on May 21, Stan engebretson will lead the National Philharmonic Chorale in Verdi’s brilliant Requiem.

tickets from $32; Children 7-17 Free

Pianist Brian Ganz

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WeD., MAY 4, 7:30PMartiSt iN reSideNCeDaryl Davisthe direct successor to the legacy of the great Pinetop Perkins, air Mentor daryl davis “pumps the keys like a reborn Jerry Lee Lewis, rattling Boogie Woogie rolls out of all 88 keys!” (The Washington Post).MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

ThuRS., MAY 5, 8PMStrathMore PreSeNtSNils lofgrenSee page 3 for more information on this performance.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $25–$55(Stars Price $22.50–$49.50)

FRI., MAY 6, 10AM–3PMStrathMore eduCatioNPrecious Metal Clay Workshopinstructor Kathryn ottman showshow to work with PMC to craft aunique jewelry item. No previous experience with PMC is required.tuition $90 (Stars Price $81),plus $30 materials fee

FRI., MAY 6, 8PMMaeStro artiSt MaNaGeMeNt PreSeNtSDenis Matsuev, pianoa fast-rising star on the international concert stage, russian pianist denis Matsuev has performed with such legendary orchestras as the Chicago Symphony orchestra, National Symphony orchestra and Mariinsky theatre orchestra, appearing with such prominent conductors as Lorin Maazel, Valery Gergiev, Leonard Slatkin, Vladimir Spivakov and Yuri temirkanov. “Breathtaking virtuosity” (The Washington Post). MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLL tickets $27–$77

SAT., MAY 7, 10:30AMStrathMore eduCatioNChildren’s historic home TourSee March 5 listing for more information on this tour.MaNSioNFree, reservations required, call(301) 581-5109.

SAT., MAY 7, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraSongs of the earthMarin alsop, conductorMusic director Marin alsop emphasizes the profoundly expressive and personal nature of Mahler’s music in the composer’s symphonic song cycle, “the Song of the earth.” opening the program is Mendelssohn’s sunlit “italian” Symphony, infused with the composer’s absolute enchantment with a visit to italy in 1831.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

WeD., MAY 11, 7:30PMart aFter hourSCharlie Barnett DuoFilm and television composer and pianist Charlie Barnett partners with jazz vocalist Marilyn older for a lively evening of original music and popular classics.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

ThuRS., MAY 12, 7:30PMMuSiC iN the MaNSioNSharona Joshua, Broadwood pianoA Gerald M. Woofter Memorial Concert Sharona Joshua channels the 19th century composer and pianist, Clara Wieck Schumann (wife of robert Schumann), deftly interspersing music by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Bach and Chopin with engaging readings from Clara’s diaries and letters.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

FRI., MAY 13, 11AM & 12PMStrathMore eduCatioNhistoric home ToursSee March 11 listing for more information on these tours.MaNSioNFree, reservations required,call (301) 581-5109.

FRI., MAY 13, Doors 8PMFridaY NiGht eCLeCtiCTed Garber’s CD Release Partyhappy Friday the 13th—smash a mirror, walk under a ladder and open an umbrella indoors! Local singer-songwriter ted Garber flies in the face of superstition by cap-ping off his final days as a 2010–11 Strathmore artist in residence with a party and concert celebrat-ing the release of his new album, “Live at Strathmore.” MaNSioNtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

FRI., MAY 13, 8:15PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNYorCheStraOff The Cuff Schumann’s Beautiful MindMarin alsop, conductorMusic director Marin alsop explores robert Schumann’s beautiful mind—beset by bipolar disorder yet still able to produce some of classical music’s most original and inspired work. how does bipolar disorder affect the brain? are manic episodes responsible for Schumann’s bursts of creative genius that manifested in such profound music? explore these questions and more.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

SAT., MAY 14, 10AM–4PMStrathMore eduCatioNIntroduction to Mosaics WorkshopSee page 3 for more information on this workshop.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtuition $90 (Stars Price $81), plus $10 materials fee

SAT., MAY 14, 10:15AM & 1PMStrathMore FiNe artArt Talks10:15aM—Children’s talk and tour1PM—art talkSee page 6 for more information on these events.MaNSioN

SAT., MAY 14, 8PM*NatioNaL PhiLharMoNiCBach and MozartPiotr Gajewski, conductor Mark hill, oboeelena urioste, violinBaCh orchestral Suite No. 3 in d MajorMozart oboe Concerto in C MajorMozart Violin Concerto No. 4 in d MajorBaCh Concerto for oboe and Violin in d minorMuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *Free pre-concert lecture one hour before the performance.

SAT., MAY 14, 8PMSuN., MAY 15, 7PMCitYdaNCe eNSeMBLe PreSeNtSNruthya Pooja: Traditional and Folk Dance of Sri lanka by Asanga Domaskenjoy an evening of Sri Lankan dance, an art form built over thousands of years with deep roots in everyday village life, Buddhist religious customs and ceremonial celebrations for the island’s royalty. elaborate costumes, traditional music, and powerful yet elegant movements will engage audiences of all ages and interests.MuSiC CeNter, Studio 405tickets $20

MON., MAY 16, 7–8:30PMStrathMore eduCatioNThe Silent Musician: how Silent Film Composers Give voice to early FilmComposer and keyboardistandrew earle Simpson illuminatesthe creative process behind scoring early film.tickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

TueS., MAY 17, 7PMthe MarYLaNd iNitiatiVe oF the BarBara BuSh FouNdatioN For FaMiLY LiteraCYMaryland Celebration of Readingenjoy this annual celebration in support of Maryland family literacy programs and hear best-selling authors read from their works. the evening also features a musical performance, special surprise guests, and a buffet sup-per. authors to be announced. Sponsorships and individual tickets are available.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLreservations required, please visit www.barbarabushfoundation.com or call (800) 222-5652 for more information.

WeD., MAY 18, 7:30PMart aFter hourS laura TsaggarisSee page 4 for more information on this performance.MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

ThuRS., MAY 19, 7:30PM MuSiC iN the MaNSioNThe Father BookAaron Grad, composer and guitar with Rob Jost, bassa WorLd PreMiere StrathMore CoMMiSSioNalexandria, Virginia-born Grad weaves together overlapping layers of history and memory in an evoca-tive and moving new work about his father, a clavichordist. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $28 (Stars Price $25.20)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

ThuRS., MAY 19, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraBSO SuperPops Rodgers & hammerstein at the MoviesJack everly, conductorhear the BSo SuperPops perform the scores with the original vocal tracks from the great movie musicals of rodgers & hammerstein. the program features favorites such as Oklahoma!, The King and I, South Pacific, Carousel and The Sound of Music, all performed as stunning re-mastered clips playing on the big screen above the orchestra.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

FRI., MAY 20 & SAT., MAY 21, 10AM-4PMStrathMore eduCatioNNicholas SimmonsWatermedia Workshop See page 3 for more information on this workshop.tuition $200 (Stars price $180)

FRI., MAY 20–FRI., MAY 27StrathMore PreSeNtSStrathmore Trip: The Jazz Age In ParisJoin Strathmore’s eliot Pfanstiehl, Ceo and Bill Carey, donor & Community relations director in the City of Lights. See back cover for more information on this trip.

SAT., MAY 21, 8PM*NatioNaL PhiLharMoNiCverdi’s RequiemStan engebretson, conductorarianna zukerman, sopranoPatricia Miller, mezzo-sopranodon Bernardini, tenorKevin deas, bassVerdi RequiemMuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) *Free pre-concert lecture one hour before the performance.

SuN., MAY 22, 3PMMarYLaNd CLaSSiCaL Youth orCheStraS Season Finale Spring ConcertFeaturing MCYo junior orches-tras—Chamber Strings, Young artists and Symphony.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $8–20

SuN., MAY 22, 7PMMarYLaNd CLaSSiCaL Youth orCheStraS May Magic Season FinaleFeaturing MCYo’s top orches-tras—Chamber orchestra and Philharmonic.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets $8–20

MON., MAY 23, 7:30PMinterPLaYcompany Band Goes To The Movies!Guest artists, historical movie music, acting, costumes, props and great fun.eduCatioN CeNter, rooM 405tickets $10, $5 tickets available at the door for those with disabilities.Parking in Metro Garage with Smartrip card to exit.reservations required, call (301) 229-0829, no children under 12.

TueSDAYS, MAY 24–JuNe 14, 7:30–9PMSo You Think You Can’t Sing?—harmony editionSee page 15 for more informationon this class.MaNSioN, ShaPiroMuSiC rooMtuition $135 (Stars Price 121.50)

WeD., MAY 25, 7:30PMart aFter hourSWayne Wilentz QuartetSee page 3 for more information on this performance. MaNSioN, ShaPiro MuSiC rooMtickets $15 (Stars Price $13.50)

MAY 28–JulY 16StrathMore FiNe artCreative Crafts Council Biennial exhibitionWorks by area artisans in polymer,glass, ceramic, enamel and fiber.MaNSioN GaLLerieSadmission free

SAT., MAY 28, 8PMBaLtiMore SYMPhoNY orCheStraMahler, Sibelius and WaltonCarlos Kalmar, conductorKaren Gomyo, violinBenjamin Britten created this arrangement to widen the audiences for one of his favorite composers, Gustav Mahler. Young violinist Karen Gomyo performs Sibelius’ concerto with the firecracker finale. Carlos Kalmar conducts the first BSo performances of Sir William Walton’s landmark 1935 Symphony, a passionate response to a tempestuous love affair.MuSiC CeNter, CoNCert haLLtickets from $28

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BSO Showcases Songs of the earthon Saturday, May 7, Music director Marin alsop and the Baltimore Symphony orchestra perform Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, “italian,” and Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde. in Song of the Earth, Mahler drew from Chinese poetry to inspire this expressive symphonic song cycle. Mendelssohn composed most of Symphony No. 4 while on tour in sunny italy and the piece is considered one of his “jolliest” symphonies. Join the BSo and Marin alsop for this rich performance. to learn more about this concert, visit BSomusic.org.

Marin Alsop

The Magic of Music Meets the Passion of Youth

Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras enjoys its 65th Season!For a musical experience rivaling those of many professional symphonies but for half the ticket price, you can enjoy a wonderful concert in a world-class venue. Support tomorrow’s musicians today! 2011 CoNCert dateS:Wed., March 9, 2011, 7pm

Featuring rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with piano competition winner!

Sun, May 22, 2011, 3pm and 7pm

tickets $20 adult $10 youth; Group discount rates available atteNd Free MaSter CLaSS CoLLaBoratioNS With the BSo: Feb 24 BSO’s Rene hernandez, trumpet Mar 17 BSO’s Greg Mulligan, violin5pm Call to reserve a seat: (301) 581-5209

rehearsals Wednesday evenings at the Music Center. Call (301) 581-5208 to observe.MCYo aLuMNi: Please contact Cheryl@mcyo.org. We want to hear an update from you!QueStioNS? Visit www.mcyo.org or call (301) 581-5208 for more information.

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FOR KIDS AND FAMIlIeS All ClASSeS TAKe PlACe IN The MANSION

OperaKidsSATuRDAYS, MARCh 5–26, 11AM–12PMYour 6-8 year old will shine in this opera workshop with lyric soprano and music educator Yvette Lewis featuring Mozart’s The Magic Flute. Children de-sign costumes, take on operatic roles and get to know the story of Mozart’s classic tale. Youngsters prepare a vocal and instrumental performance of selected pieces for their families during the final class. Parents are welcome, but not required, to remain during class time. tuition $90 (Stars Price $81),optional Cd and worksheets $25

Discover SeriesSATuRDAYS, 2–3PMBring your family to learn the history of three musical genres that shaped popular american music: the storytelling of Folk music, the trials and tribula-tions experienced in the Blues, and the ever-evolving impro-visational creativity of Jazz. designed for children ages 6 and up and their families. Discover Folk april 2, taught by Bruce huttonDiscover Jazz april 9, taught by Vince evansDiscover Blues april 16, taught by daryl davistickets $10 (Stars Price $9)

FOR ADulTS All ClASSeS TAKe PlACe IN The MANSION

Jazz Singing 201MONDAYS, MARCh 7–APRIl 11, 7:30–9:30 PMMANSIONJoin howard university’s Connaitre Miller for this intermediate/advanced-level workshop for those who previously completed Strathmore’s intro to Jazz class, or who have previous jazz singing experi-ence. refine your performance technique from vo-cal production to song selection to staging to writ-ing lead sheets. Class will culminate with a cabaret performance accompanied by a full rhythm section.tuition $330 (Stars Price $297)

Jazz Singing Intensive: It’s Not Just the MelodyAPRIl 23, 10AM–3PMLena Seikaly, accomplished jazz singer, educator and alumna of the Strathmore artist in residence program, returns to lead this in-depth workshop. The Washington Post proclaims her “full-bodied voice has power and confidence … and her lithe-ness and control is incredible.” upgrade your improvisation and learn to embellish familiar jazz standards by manipulating melody to create a sig-nature sound. tuition $60 (Stars Price $54)

So You Think You Can’t Sing?MONDAYS, APRIl 18–MAY 9, 7:30–9PMalways wanted to sing but never knew where to start? this fun, welcoming workshop takes be-ginners through the basics of vocal production. accomplished music educator John horman has decades of experience in bringing out the best in developing singers. Sign up early—this workshop is a consistent sell-out! tuition $135 (Stars Price $121.50)

So You Think You Can’t Sing?—harmony editionTueSDAYS, MAY 24–JuNe 14, 7:30–9PMFor singers with a little more experience and con-fidence, why not try singing harmony? Music edu-cator John horman returns to teach the basics of part-singing, rounds and harmonizing. every voice is an important part of the group in this accessible and informative series! tuition $135 (Stars Price 121.50)

See The ChRONOlOGICAl CAleNDAR FOR DeTAIleD INFORMATION

StrathMore CaLeNdar— BY GeNre

AFTeRNOON TeAtueSdaYS aNd WedNeSdaYS at 1 PM. See detaiLS oN PaGe 18.

ChORAl/vOICeChoralis: An evening with Brahms, Mar. 19

An evening with Naturally 7, Mar. 25

Illuminare, Mar. 30

ClASSeS/eDuCATIONNational Philharmonic Master Class with Brian Ganz, pianist, Mar. 4

Children’s historic home Tours, Mar. 5, aPr. 2, MaY 7

OperaKids, Mar 5-26

Canaletto and his Rivals, Mar. 7

Jazz Singing 201, Mar. 7–aPriL 11

historic home Tours, Mar. 11, aPr. 8, MaY 13

The Delights of Design with Ikebana, Mar. 14

Children’s Art Talk and Tour, Mar. 19

Art Talk, Mar. 19

BSO: Off the Cuff— Prokofiev’s Cinderella Suite, aPr. 1

Discover Folk, aPr. 2

When Jazz Came to Symphony hall, aPr. 4

Discover Jazz, aPr. 9

Interpreting Stravinsky, aPr. 10

When the Symphony learned to Shimmy, aPr. 11

Silk Painting Workshop, aPr. 15

Discover Blues, aPr. 16

So You Think You Can’t Sing, aPr. 18-MaY 9

In-Depth Jazz Singing, aPr. 23

John Singer Sargent in Washington Collections, MaY 2

Precious Metal Clay Workshop, MaY 6

BSO: Off The Cuff—Schumann’s Beautiful Mind, MaY 13

Mosaic Workshop, MaY 14

The Silent Musician, MaY 16

Watermedia Workshop, MaY 20 & 21

ClASSICAlBSO: Rachmaninoff’s Rapsody, Mar. 5

MCYO: Masterworks for March, Mar. 9

levine: MusicaliTeA, Mar. 10

hahn Bin, Mar. 10

National Philharmonic: Grieg Piano Concerto with Brian Ganz, Mar. 12

NhK Symphony Orchestra of Japan, Mar. 16

BSO: Schubert, Berg and Beethoven’s Fifth, Mar. 17

American Youth Philharmonic, Mar. 28

BSO: Off the Cuff—Prokofiev’s Cinderella Suite, aPr. 1

Natiional Philharmonic: All Beethoven, aPr. 2 & 3

The vertigo String Quartet, aPr. 7

Stravinsky’s Russian Accent, aPr. 8

Interpreting Stravinsky, aPr. 10

Stravinsky and the Piano, aPr. 10

WPAS: St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, aPr. 12

BSO: Charlie Chaplin’s Gold Rush, aPr. 15

Marc-André hamelin, aPr. 29

BSO: Brahm’s Second Symphony, aPr. 30

WPAS: Itzhak Perlman, Rohan DeSilva, MaY 1

Denis Matsuev, MaY 6

BSO: Song of the Earth, MaY 7

Sharona Joshua, MaY 12

BSO: Off The Cuff—Schumann’s Beautiful Mind, MaY 13

National Philharmonic: Bach and Mozart, MaY 14

The Father Book, MaY 19

National Philharmonic: verdi’s Requiem, MaY 21

MCYO: Season Finale Spring Concert, MaY 22

MCYO: May Magic Season Finale, MaY 22

BSO: Mahler, Sibelius and Walton, MaY 28

COMeDY/SPOKeN WORDJoan Rivers, Mar. 24

David Sedaris, Mar. 31

DANCe/ACROBATICS/FAMIlYPeking Acrobats, Mar. 3

Cirque Mechanics Boom Town, Mar. 8

Imago Theatre: ZooZoo, Mar. 27

CityDance ensemble Presents: Nrutha Pooja, MaY 14 & 15

INTeRNATIONAlBSO SuperPops: A Celtic Celebration, Mar. 10

Subcontinental Drift: A South Asian Salon, Mar. 18

Juan De Marcos & The Afro-Cuban All Stars, Mar. 23

Sin Miedo, aPr. 8

Arturo Sandoval, aPr. 9

los Angeles electric 8, aPr. 29

FINe ARTStrathmore Artists Juried exhibition, FeB. 26–aPr. 2

Children’s Art Talk and Tour, Mar. 19, MaY 14

Art Talk, Mar. 19, MaY 14

Baltimore Watercolor Society, aPr 9–MaY 21

Creative Crafts Council Biennial exhibition, MaY 28–JuLY 16

FOlK/BlueGRASSThe Del McCoury Band, Mar. 20

ilyAIMY & Primitivity, aPr. 1

The Sweater Set, aPr. 6 & 27

Ted Garber, MaY 13

JAZZ/BlueS/R&BNathan & Noble Jolly, Mar. 2 & 23

An evening with Jazz and Jobim with Ron Kearns and Paul Wingo, Mar. 3

Scrapomatic featuring Mike Mattison, Mar. 25

Nancy Wilson, aPr. 22

Charlie Barnett Duo, MaY 11

Wayne Wilentz Quartet, MaY 25

POP/ROCK/ hIP hOP/FuNKRandy Newman, Mar. 2

Junior league Band, Mar. 4

First Name Basis with Bo Jankans and educated Consumers, Mar. 11

An evening with Naturally 7, Mar. 25

ilyAIMY & Primitivity, aPr. 1

Marti Jones and Don Dixon, aPr. 3

BSO SuperPops: live and let Die, aPr. 7

A Night of Queen with Gary Mullens and The Works, aPr. 27

David Crosby and Graham Nash, MaY 2

Daryl Davis, MaY 4

Nils lofgren, MaY 5

laura Tsaggaris, MaY 18

BSO SuperPops: Rogers & hammerstein at the Movies, MaY 19

SPeCIAl eveNTSStrathmore 2011 Spring Gala with Johnny Mathis, aPr. 16

educators Serving the Community Awards, MaY 4

Maryland Celebration of Reading, MaY 17

The Jazz Age in Paris, MaY 20–27

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Canaletto and his RivalsMarCh 7, 11aM–12:30PM

The Delights of Design with IkebanaMarCh 14, 11aM–1PM

When Jazz Came to Symphony hallaPriL 4, 11aM–12:30PM

When the Symphony learned to ShimmyaPriL 11, 11aM–12:30PM

John Singer Sargent in Washington CollectionsMaY 2, 11aM–12:30PM

See the Strathmore Calendar for More Information

So You Think You Can’t Sing?

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aficionados of classical composition will find much to consider (and reconsider) about Stravinsky’s posi-tion in the musical pantheon as they delve into the series of events comprising the Stravinsky Project. during his lifetime, igor Stravinsky, having been ex-iled from his russian homeland, publically defined his music through an aesthetic of objectivity that fundamentally denied a cultural context.

however, as Soviet-trained musicians regained ac-cess to his work in the 1990s they reconnected the threads of russian musical tradition running through his compositions. By reinterpreting Stravinsky as an essentially russian composer whose exile sub-verted his musical roots, contemporary musicians and thinkers have provided a substantive rebuttal to Stravinsky’s self-created cosmopolitan modernist/neo-classicist image.

Stravinsky himself insisted that music is “essentially powerless to express anything at all” and admon-ished performers not to “interpret” his composi-tions. through the Stravinsky Project, the first fes-tival of its kind in our area, audiences and experts come together to challenge Stravinsky’s anti-inter-pretation stance and to consider his work through the cultural lens he attempted to suppress.

Whether you’re already a Stravinsky appreciator or are ready to listen and learn, there is a concert, lec-ture or visual arts experience waiting for you as part of this robust 3-day festival. Join us april 8-10 here at Strathmore, as well as at events at Georgetown university and the National Gallery of art.

Strathmore is pleased to present this groundbreak-ing festival in conjunction with the Post-Classical Ensemble, with sponsorship support from the National Endowment for the Arts, Asbury Methodist Village, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the DC Commission for the Arts and Humanities.

The STRAvINSKY PROJeCTCo-Produced with Post-Classical ensemble

Stravinsky Remixed: Concert and SymposiumAPRIl 8, 1:15–5:30PMGeORGeTOWN uNIveRSITY, MCNeIR hAlla performance featuring adaptations of Stravinsky’s music for ballet, followed by a sym-posium “Stravinsky and the theater,” which looks at Stravinsky as a theatrical artist and his tradition of reusing old material in inventive ways.

Stravinsky’s Russian AccentAPRIl 8, 8PMMuSIC CeNTeRpianists:

alexander toradzeGeorge VatchnadzeGenadi zagorVakhtang Kodanashviliedisher Savitski

Washington Bach Consort ChorusPost-Classical ensembleangel Gil-ordóñez, conductorStraViNSKY Concerto for Piano and Winds StraViNSKY Symphonies for Wind instruments StraViNSKY Les NocesStraViNSKY dC Premiere of “danse Sacrale” from The Rite of Spring (arr. 4 hand piano and percussion)

LiSteN & LearN! Free post-concert discussion withthe artists.

Stravinsky on FilmAPRIl 9, 1–6:30PMNATIONAl GAlleRY OF ARTStravinsky documentaries by tony Palmer and richard Leacock, commentary and a piano perfor-mance by alexander toradze.

Interpreting StravinskyAPRIl 10, 12–3:45 PMMANSIONKatya Chilingiri, photographerrex Lawson, pianolistpianists:

alexander toradzeGeorge Vatchnadze Genadi zagor

Joseph horowitz, hostChillingiri presents The Stravinsky Odyssey, combin-ing films and photographs to document Stravinsky’s journey. rex Lawson presents the american pre-mier of Stravinsky’s final pianola version of Les Noces (american premiere). Pianists alexander toradze, George Vatchnadze, and Genadi zagor use archival recordings, film and music in live performance to take issue with Stravinsky’s strictures against interpretation.

Stravinsky and the PianoAPRIl 10, 4PMMuSIC CeNTeRpianists:

alexander toradzeGeorge Vatchnadze Genadi zagor

Joseph horowitz, hostStraViNSKY Scherzo from Sonata in F-sharp Minor (Mid-atlantic premiere)StraViNSKY The Rite of Spring transcribed for two pianosStraViNSKY TangoStraViNSKY Piano SonataStraViNSKY Concerto for two Solo PianosStraViNSKY Sonata for two PianoszaGor an improvisation incorporating all the af-ternoon’s music

LiSteN & LearN! Free post-concert discussion with the artists.

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“...Alexander Toradze … plays as a man possessed, as if umbilically attached to the instrument, which in his hands becomes as varied and expressive as a full orchestra. The audience roared approval...”

The Guardian, London

Alexander Toradze George vatchnadze Joseph horowitz

Katya Chilingiri, Stravinsky Family Estate in Ukraine

Angel Gil-Ordóñez

Katya Chilingiri, The Church of the Most Holy God Near St. Petersburg

Post-Classical ensemble

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Web: www.strathmore.orgticket office: (301) 581-5100Group tickets: (301) 581-5199administration: (301) 581-5200

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

Mansion at Strathmore10701 rockville PikeNorth Bethesda, Md 20852-3224

Music Center at Strathmore5301 tuckerman LaneNorth Bethesda, Md 20852-3385

ChIlDReN

For ticketed events, all patrons regardless of age are required to have a ticket. use your best judg-ment when bringing children to a concert that is intended for adults.

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.

historic home tours of the Mansion at Strathmore are offered for both children and adults. See the Calender for dates and times.

GeNeraL iNForMatioNorder NoW!www.strathmore.org (301) 581-5100TICKeT OFFICe 5301 tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MdM/t/th/F 10am–5pm, W 10am–9pm, Sa 10am–2pm

Complimentary 15 minute ticket office parking is available in the Mansion lot weekdays 10am–5pm

GrouP tiCKetS (301) 581-5199

Spring is in the air and the Mansion is renewed with all the inspiration and creativity it brings. enjoy live musical performances and delicious tea service in the company of friends. don’t miss the spring Specialty tea series—book early as these popular events are quick to fill.

afternoon tea

AFTeRNOON TeA SCheDule

MARCh 1 Karen ashbrook, hammered dulcimer and Carrie rose, flute 2 rosalind Breslow, piano 8 John dassoulas, piano 9 Paul Bangser, guitar 15 Specialty tea: irish tea Sue richards, Celtic harp 16 Specialty tea: irish tea Jo Morrison, Celtic harp 22 Becky dukes, piano 23 Noreen Friedman, flute and Bob Wysong, guitar 29 Specialty tea: Vegetarian tea Susan Bour, flute and Phil Bour, guitar 30 Specialty tea: Vegetarian tea Susan rudy, piano and Larry aversano, flute

APRIl 5 Specialty tea: Japanese tea Washington toho Koto Society 6 Specialty tea: Japanese tea Washington toho Koto Society

12 Karen ashbrook, hammered dulcimer & Paul oorts, accordion and harp guitar 13 Carol rose duane, harp 19 Specialty tea: teddy Bear tea 20 Specialty tea: teddy Bear tea 26 Karen ashbrook, wooden flute and elizabeth Benforado, piano 27 Becky dukes, piano

MAY 3 Specialty tea: Mothers appreciation tea John dassoulas, piano 4 Specialty tea: Mothers appreciation tea Carol rose duane, harp 10 Susan Bour, flute and Phil Bour, guitar 11 Becky dukes, piano 17 Marie Cole, cello; Naomi Kusano, piano and Julianna Chitwood, violin 18 Specialty tea: historic tea and tour Fran hrastar, piano 24 hsien-ann Meng & Wei-der huang, octtava Piano duo 25 ellen tennenbaum, piano 31 rosalind Breslow, piano

SPeCIAlTY TeAS

Irish TeaMARCh 15 AND 16Get a head start on St. Patrick’s day with irish tea, traditional irish food and lovely Celtic tunes.

vegetarian TeaMARCh 29 AND 30Join us for Strathmore’s first ever Vegetarian tea, a popular request from our patrons! Strathmore blend tea is on the menu, as well as organic and herbal tea, alongside delicious vegetarian fare.

Japanese TeaAPRIl 5 AND 6a Strathmore tradition to accompany the Cherry Blossom Festival. the Washington toho Koto Society performs traditional music. tea service features Japanese tea and treats.

Teddy Bear TeaAPRIl 19 AND 20Scheduled during spring break, the teddy Bear tea is perfect for you, a special child in your life, and his or her favorite bear. enjoy a kid-friendly menu, story time and children’s music.

Mother Appreciation TeaMAY 3 AND 4Celebrate Mother’s day early with this terrific tea especially for the mothers we love. includes special gifts for every mom!

historic Tea and TourMAY 18take a trip back in time with an old-fashioned tea service and a behind-the-scenes tour of the Mansion!

STRAThMORe WelCOMeS PATRONS WITh DISABIlITIeS

every seating section in the Concert hall includes wheelchair-accessible seating. the Mansion at Strathmore is wheelchair accessible.

assistive-listening devices available in the Concert hall.

Sign-interpreted performances available by request.

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

Shuttle service across the Sky Bridge from the Metro Garage to the Music Center is available before Concert hall events.

DIReCTIONS

Strathmore is located on rockville Pike (route 355), half a mile north of the Capital Beltway and immediately adjacent to the Grosvenor-Strathmore station on Metro’s red Line.

PARKING

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

For 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, exhibitions and events: Free parking is available in the Mansion lot, on a space-available basis. enter the lot at 10701 rockville Pike.

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

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hOuRS OF OPeRATION

TICKeT OFFICe hOuRSMonday, tuesday, thursday, Friday: 10am–5pmWednesday: 10am–9pmSaturday: 10am–2pmSixty minutes prior to performances in the Music Center Concert hall through intermission

MANSION & GAlleRIeSMonday, tuesday, thursday, Friday: 10am–4pmWednesday: 10am–9pmSaturday: 10am–3pmadmission to the Mansion at Strathmore and galleries is free.

hOlIDAY SCheDuleCampus closed Monday, May 30.

PReluDe CAFéa wide variety of entrees, desserts, and beverages in the Music Center.Monday-Saturday 11am–3pmPerformances: 2 hours prior to performance start time

The ShOPS AT STRAThMORediscover inspired gifts, includ-ing handmade and arts-related jewelry, decorative items, textiles, stationery, recordings, children’s books and creative toys and kits.The Mansion ShopMonday, tuesday, thursday, Friday: 10am–4pmWednesday: 10am–9pmSaturday: 10am–3pmThe Online Shopshop.strathmore.org

Strathmore is partially funded by operating grants from:

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

Teas are popular and always fill well in advance. Make your plans to join us today!teas begin at 1pm$21 per person (Stars Price $18.90)$26 Specialty teas (Stars Price $23.40)Pre-paid, non-refundable,reservations required,call (301) 581-5108.

SPeCiaLtY teaS oFFer a SPeCiaL MoMeNtCozy up inside with a variety of themes this spring.

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MAY 20–27, 2011It isn’t too late for Paris in the springtime! Join us on this seven-day excursion to Paris with unique jazz experiences,

including a concert with Wynton marsalis at the celebrated salle Pleyel

and dinner and music at the iconic le Duc des lombards jazz club. Four

star accommodations by night, the hidden gems of the Parisian arts

scene by day! For more information, detailed itinerary and to reserve

your place on this fabulous tour, visit strathmoresjazzinparis.com or

contact Bill carey at (301) 581-5135.

The Jazz Age in Paris