STRATHMOREnewsVolume 26 | Issue 4

JuNe—AuGusT 2013

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Artist Confidential: DaviD Weiss on Wayne shorterPage 7

2013–2014 season Preview

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summer at strathmore:Bringing Us Together

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Whether your summer involves escaping to the Music Center or Mansion, kicking back at a free out-door concert at the Gazebo, bopping with the tots at Backyard theater, or exploring the Puppets Take Strathmore festival, easy summer plans for family and friends are, well—easy!

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reinventing radio:an evening with ira GlasssaturDay, June 29, 8PMHe’s public radio’s notorious inspirer of “driveway moments”—shows so compelling listeners sit in the driveway rather than switch off the car radio and miss a single word. Now fans of Baltimore na-tive ira Glass can ditch the driveway and listen to the host and producer of This American Life live, getting the inside scoop on how the magic happens each week. Tickets $38–$68 (Stars $34.20–$61.20)Official Media Sponsor

Best of serenade!sunDay, June 30, 4PMCo-Presented with Classical Movementscelebrate the beauty of choral music at this in-credible gathering of the finest international youth and adult choirs returning to Strathmore this summer. did we mention it’s...fREE (no tickets required), line forms at 3PM

natalie ColethursDay, auGust 1, 8PM

Co-Presented with Blues Alley“This will be…” a vibrant, romantic,

“Unforgettable” evening of songs from one of the world’s top vocal talents. A

spectacular singer, songwriter and performer in her own right as well as the daughter of the legendary Nat “King” cole, Natalie cole brings the gold standards of the R&B Songbook such as “Beautiful dreamer,” “As Time Goes By,”

“When i fall in Love,” plus her own hits. Enjoy this transcendent concert

with someone special.Tickets $33–$92 (Stars $29.70–$82.80)

tribute to Wayne shorterfeaturingWallace roney orchestra universeDavid Weiss and endangered speciessaturDay, auGust 3, 8PMcomposer, performer, living link to the glories of jazz greats like Miles davis and Art Blakey: Wayne Shorter blazed a trail through jazz that still burns bright today. Join trumpeter-composer-arranger david Weiss and his band plus the Wallace Roney Orchestra in a tribute to a living legend of jazz. Read an interview with david Weiss on page 7 for more.Tickets $26–$36 (Stars $23.40–$32.40)

rodrigo y Gabrielafeaturing alex WilsonsunDay, auGust 4, 7PMTheir “Stairway to Heaven” cover is the stuff of YouTube legend, and they’ve been heard in film scores from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides to Puss in Boots. But Rodrigo y Gabriela’s live shows trump all—the mind-blowing speed strum-ming of this virtuosic guitar duo lends an edge-of-the-seat thrill to every song they touch.Tickets $58–$68 (Stars $52.20–$61.20)

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Thanks to everyone who helped make the 2013 Strathmore Spring Gala a wonderful success. Here are a few highlights:

County executive isiah Leggett and Catherine Leggett meet up with Michael Feinstein, Carmen Walker Brown and Lt. Governor anthony Brown backstage.

it was a big night for the strathmore Children’s Chorus as they entertained Gala guests during dinner.

evan Goldman, Development vice President for Federal realty investment trust, announces its new partnership with strathmore for a performance venue and event space at the Pike & rose development in White Flint.

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trouble FunkJuLy 24Turn your summer groove out with d.c.’s iconic go-go band. Up-tempo 70’s funk meets a 60’s-style horn section and explodes in an urban energy that keeps everyone on their feet. for decades trouble Funk has been the go-to for go-go; come catch their Strathmore summer jam and you’ll know why.

Jonathan scales FourchestraJuLy 31He’s a classically-trained composer, a steel-pan-drum virtuoso, and the leader of a jazz fusion ensemble you will not want to miss. Jonathan scales brings the bright and buoyant jazz sounds of fourchestra (with drummer Phil Bronson and bassist Cody Wright) to Strathmore for a unique and dynamic show.

Carlos núñezauGust 7Known as “The Seventh chieftain,” beguiling Spanish musician Carlos núñez plays the gaita, the traditional Galician bagpipe. His unique and amazing folk music showcases his native region of Galicia, in northwest Spain, and the surprising celtic traditions that thrive there. Expect jigs and reels, played on bodhran, fiddle and pipes with a wonderful Latin flair.

ukeFest 2013auGust 14it’s the summertime tradi-tion that launched a thou-sand musicians: the annual celebration of the ukulele that rocks Strathmore and brings the community to-gether in song. Join Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, Gerald ross, Lil’ rev, stuart Fuchs and the hula honeys for a free summer concert that’s filled with fun and audience participation.

strummertime Fun:Uke and Guitar Summit returns!it’s back, and better than ever—whether you’re a seasoned musician or a beginner with a yen for the uke.

five fab days of strumming fun, with morn-ing classes divided by skill level (Novice, Beginner, Intermediate 1 & 2 and Advanced Steel Guitar) and afternoon sessions featur-ing choose-your-own topics on a variety of uke-centric musical subjects from jug band to django to hula and beyond. There’s a mas-ter class, an open mic, a staff concert—and the culminating Ukefest 2013 concert in the Gudelsky concert Pavilion.

saturDay, auGust 10—WeDnesDay, auGust 14Mansion anD MusiC CenterEarly Bird Special Through July 2Tuition $290 (Stars $261)

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Summer at Strathmore—isn’t it cool? The way the day winds down, the street performers frolic and the band warms up before the music floats out from the Gazebo. This is the place where memories are made…one fabulous free concert at a time.

WeDnesDays, 7PMGUdELSKY cONcERT PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

songs of summer: 2012–2013 artists in residenceJune 26This year’s Artist in Residence class has been an amazingly eclectic and successful group—come see them rock you right out of your lawn chair. Each young talent—Deborah Bond, progressive soul vocalist; owen Danoff, singer-songwriter; isabelle De Leon, jazz drummer; integriti reeves, jazz vocalist; and Wytold on his electric cello—will per-form a favorite summer cover plus an original com-position. consider it a big send off “Summertime” party after a great year at Strathmore!

M.a.K.u. soundsystemJuLy 3Traditional colombian music with a futuristic spin—that’s M.a.K.u. soundsystem. Get ready for the harmonic convergence of maracas, gaitas and big drums with guitar, bass, synthesizer and horn section. You’ll want to dance all night.

Daryl Davis’ roots Music revueJuLy 10A veteran Strathmore perform-er, Daryl Davis has performed in 49 of the 50 states—and brings some of the finest talent in the country back for this sum-mertime bluesfest. fingerstyle guitarist tim sparks from Minnesota; boogie woogie & blues pianist, Chase Garrett from iowa; lap steel player Mary Flower from Oregon; d.c.’s own angela hill—and daryl davis himself for a soul-shaking, rocking good time.

alma tropicaliaJuLy 17don’t miss the psychedelic pop sound of lead singer elin and the band—the sultry Tropicalia sound that blazed through Brazil back in the ‘60s is back! alma tropicalia features traditional Brazilian rhythms blend with samba, bossa nova, forró and a touch of rock ‘n’ roll to create spec-tacular summer music magic.

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it’s a summertime place where everyone kicks up their feet and lets their imaginations run free, with music and dance performances that everyone can enjoy.

thursDays, 9:30 & 11:30aMBAcKYARd OUTdOOR THEATER STAGE$8 (Stars $7.20), free ages 2 and under

sPonsoreD By tD BanK “Two for One” coupons after July 1, 2013 are available at Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring City Place, andTenleytown TD Bank stores (coupons must be presented in person to be redeemed, subject to seating availability).

Milkshake kindie rockJuLy 11As featured on NOGGiN and PBS KidS, Milkshake writes and performs songs for preschoolers with-out compromising songcraft, stagecraft or rock ‘n’ roll authenticity.

urban artistry hip-hopJuLy 18Pop and lock with the award-winning hip-hop dance troupe urban artistry in a celebration of movement and skill.

Pop ups ‘80s inspired popJuLy 25don’t miss the Brooklyn-based Pop ups and their clever, creative songs that kids and grownups adore.

taikoza Japanese drumsauGust 1taikoza never fails to get kids (and parents) on their feet with a lively glimpse into the music and cul-ture of Japan, with ancestral Taiko drums, bamboo flutes and dancers in colorful traditional costumes.

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A child’s attitude toward everything is an artist’s attitude.

~ Willa cather

When you sign your child up for camp at Strath-more you lay the groundwork for a life of creativ-ity, open-mindedness and appreciation.

neW!teen Fine art CampJuLy 29—auGust 2, 9:30aM-12:30PMHere teens work in-depth on improving their techniques and learning new artistic methods and media. campers will study master artists in a wide variety of media.MANSiON, ages 12–15Tuition $225 (Stars $202.50)

Fine art CampsauGust 5–9, 9:30aM–12:30PMauGust 12–16, 9aM–3PMThis year Strathmore’s happy to offer busy fami-lies a choice of full and half-day sessions. camp-ers engage in hands-on art activities to expand their artistic vocabulary and develop their creative techniques.MANSiON, ages 6–11Tuition/Half day $225 (Stars $202.50)Tuition/full day $375 (Stars $337.50)

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He’s jazz’s living legend, the Newark, N.J.-born tenor-and-soprano saxophone player and world-renowned composer they call Mr. Gone.

Wayne Shorter first found fame as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers back in the 1950s. He became Blakey’s primary composer, then joined Miles davis as part of the Second Great Quartet, and then co-founded the jazz fusion band Weather Report. Wayne Shorter turns 80 this year and he’s still going strong. We talked to trumpeter-composer-arranger-producer david Weiss about Strathmore’s upcoming Tribute to Wayne Shorter.

strathmore news: Why Wayne Shorter?David Weiss: in general he’s one of the most im-portant jazz composers we’ve ever had; definitely the major living composer. He’s had his own jour-ney; he’s an important guy. He wrote music for major bands, and his body of work deserves to be re-examined: it’s a combination of a more ad-venturous harmony and a melody that still speaks to people. That makes it interesting to expand upon. You know, any great musician has a link to the past—it’s what they do to move it forward that matters.

sn: Tell us about the Tribute.DW: There will be two groups performing, and the main act is Wallace Roney (a Miles davis pro-tégé) and his 23-piece orchestra. He’s performing three works by Wayne Shorter that have never been performed before. These were written for Miles davis: two large-scale, large-ensemble pieces (“Legend” and “Universe”) written in the ‘50s, and one (“Twin dragon”) in the ‘80s. That’s the sexy part, the selling point, the main thing: They’re major works for a large ensemble and truly amazing in their scope.

sn: And the second act?DW: That’s my band, the Endangered Species Band. it’s a 12-piece band, and we’ve been doing this for 10 years—paying tribute to the greatest living composer in jazz. We’ll perform music from the Blakey era, through music from The All Seeing Eye and classics from the Miles davis era (“fall”), up to his latest compositions from “Alegria” to “High Life.” And we have a cd coming out in August, to celebrate Wayne Shorter’s birthday.

sn: This show sound pretty hardcore, who’s going to just love it?DW: it should appeal to the finest of jazz aficiona-dos. Most people view jazz as an improvisational art form, but it’s compositional as well, and there are major composers in jazz: Thelonius Monk, charles Mingus. for various reasons i don’t think jazz composers get their due—if we’d unearthed three new Beethoven symphonies it’d certainly be a big deal!

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Regardless of what Helena in Shakespeare’s masterpiece might have to say about it, this mid-summer—night and day—Strathmore is being taken over by puppets.

Hand puppets, string puppets, rod puppets, shad-ow puppets: moveable models of every size, shape and description will descend upon the Strathmore campus this June, July and August in the name of art, music, theater and family entertainment.

Welcome to the summer of Puppets Take Strath-more—an exploration of the elements that make up an art form, a theme-driven festival that takes in every arm of the arts with workshops, collabora-tions, premieres and performances. There’s even a fine art exhibit that traces the evolution of pup-petry as a craft and elevates its forms and figures to museum pieces.

“We want to celebrate the role of puppetry in the visual and performing arts,” says Lauren camp-bell, development and education manager at Strathmore. “And the way Puppets Take Strath-more came together is a neat story about how ideas grow here.”

They grow organically, first of all: campbell says Strathmore’s programmers “picked right up on it—caught the bug—and started going to shows and educating ourselves on this genre.” They grow locally too, like the Puppet Co. down the

road in Glen Echo; Blue sky Puppet the-atre in Prince George’s county and nana Projects in nearby Baltimore were invited to be part of the festival. And they grow across disciplines, with the puppet con-cept popping up in the summer camp syllabus, in the Music center, and in the Mansion’s art galleries and gift shop.

“Puppetry tends to be seen in the U.S. as a kid thing,” notes campbell. “Most other countries around the world have a different view; in other societies puppets are understood to have deep cultural, ar-tistic and even religious significance.”

So while Puppets Take Strathmore will of-fer plenty of picks for kids to enjoy, there will be some events—like the Puppet Slam in the Mansion August 2—that were designed with adults in mind. And even more that children and adults of every age can enjoy together.

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The ancient art of shadow puppetry gets the 21st century treatment when nana Projects launches its cool hands-on shadow Puppetry ses-sion, using simple paper cutouts and overhead projectors to cast shadows onto a screen. it’s amazing how easy it is to create characters and sto-ries, and bring them to life through the magic of light and shadow. And don’t miss the fun when Blair thom-as & Company offers its own take

on puppet creation in a special workshop that teaches how to transform paper, markers, rods and imagination into a bona fide puppet show.

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Wham, bam, Puppet slam—it’s funny, irreverent puppet theater at its best when Strathmore and the Puppet Co. showcase the best of short-form drama and comedy starring, well, foul-mouthed puppets! Take date night to crazy new heights with this fun, inventive show in the Mansion.

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A panel discussion on puppetry…how cool is that? So many art forms come together at the

artists and educators Pan-el Discussion on Puppetry in Contemporary american theater—it’s a perfect fit for fine artists, theater lovers—anyone who enjoys a great story well told and wants

to learn more. Join University of Maryland, Baltimore county Associate Profes-sor Colette searls, Blair thomas, Paul Brohan,

director of artistic initiatives at clarice Smith Performing Arts center; and Molly ross, founder of Nana Projects for a fascinating evening.

true to strathmore’s musical spirit, Hard Headed Heart (pictured) features a live string quartet.

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Performance art and puppetry come together in unique and creative new ways at the hands of Blair thomas & Company. Hard Headed Heart is an intriguing something-old-something-new creation by chicago-based puppet artist Blair Thomas, featuring a trio of vignettes based on the works of federico García Lorca, Wallace Stevens, and the blues classic “St. James infirmary.” This was big in chicago—a sellout, in fact—so why not be among the first to check it out in the d.c. area?

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Strathmore’s puppet-centric fine art exhibit, No Strings Attached, is free and open to the public, on display June 22 through August 17. The carv-ing, the painting, the sculpting, the fabric, the fantasy: ancient and modern ideals of beauty and craft come together beautifully. in fact, turn the page to see and read what’s being planned for this amazing display.

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A Midsummer’s dream…of Puppets!

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No Strings Attached exhibitJune 22–auGust 17MANSiONfREE (no tickets required)

it’s an art form that dates back three millennia, but at Strathmore the art of puppetry is completely cutting edge. The No Strings Attached exhibit kicks off Strathmore’s summer-long Puppets Take Strathmore festival, and will feature an eye-popping collection of photography, representative painting and collage, and full-scale, multi-dimensional pup-pets of every size, color, culture and description.

“it has the elements of being both imaginary and real,” says Strathmore fine Art curator Harriet Lesser, “it’s fine art and craftsmanship—another format, another point of view. And we’re excited about showing the beauty of this art form and its evolution.”

No Strings Attached examines the role of fine arts in the creation of puppets and marionettes, from the carefully carved beauties of the Renaissance to the work of today’s puppet artists like marionette maker Don Becker, performing arts photographer

richard termine and pup-pet sculptor Philip huber, featured on Broadway and film, including the new Oz The Great And Powerful.

“despite their use in theater these puppets are artwork; they stand alone,” says Lesser. “They don’t have to be in the realm of the puppet show, they can be appreci-ated on their own and for the influence they have on contemporary visual art.”

opening receptionthursDay, June 27, 7–9PM

art talkssaturDay, June 2910:15AM / Kids, reservations required1PM / Adults

special thanksJohn Bell and the Ballardinstitute & Museum of PuppetryThe Puppet co. at Glen Echo

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Fine Artist in Residence exhibit auGust 31–sePteMBer 14MANSiON fREE (no tickets required)

it started off as a simple idea: create a vibrant con-nection between established local art professionals and up-and-coming artists with the potential to be great. The fine Artists in Residence (fine AiR) class of 2013—illustrator Jessica rose, abstract artist susan stacks, mixed media specialist Drew storm Graham and mixed media graphic artist ang—are among the finest the program has seen so far.

come see what these four outstanding visual art-ists have created expressly for Strathmore after developing their craft under the mentorship of

gallerist adah rose Bitterbaum, writer/artist F. Lennox Campello, and Jose Dominguez, the ex-ecutive director of Pyramid Atlantic Arts center. it’s a bright, new, engaging way to look at fine art.

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JUN 22–AUG 17No Strings AttachedFine Art ExhibitThe role of fine arts in the creation of puppets and marionettes; the art of the puppet show; and the effect of puppetry on contemporary visual art—these are the themes this ex-hibit will explore. Come to the free Opening Reception on Thursday, June 27 from 7 to 9PM.MANSiONfREE (no tickets required)

SUN, JUN 30, 1 & 3PMCashore Marionettes:Simple GiftsThe music of Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven and copland and the artistry of cashore Marionettes come together in a unique and beautiful way. Part of the summer-long Puppets Take Strathmore festival, Simple Gifts offers a series of poignant scenes from everyday life enacted by amazingly engineered marionettes. children and adults will be wowed. Stay after the performance for a behind-the-scenes look with the artists at 4:30PM.ciTYdANcE STUdiO THEATER 405Tickets $15 (Stars $13.50), best for ages 6 and up

SAT, JUL 20, 1 & 3PMBlue Sky Puppet Theatre:Eleventh FingerPuppetry meets mythology—and music—in this magical story and family-friendly treat of how the very first flute came to be. Marvel at the marionettes and the skills of the puppeteers, or just lose yourself in the simple pleasure of a compelling story delightfully told. ciTYdANcE STUdiO THEATER 405Tickets $8 (Stars $7.20), best for ages 5–12

SAT, JUL 27, 10AM–12PM Nana Projects:Create a Shadow Puppet Show!So simple, so cool: Baltimore-based Nana Projects show how to use simple paper cutouts and overhead projectors to cast shadows onto a screen and make characters come to life, ready for adventure. it’s an ancient art that still appeals, a wonderful way to channel imagination into summertime fun.MANSiONTickets $25 (Stars $22.50), best for ages 8 and up

SAT, JUL 27, 1 & 3PM Nana Projects:Alonzo’s LullabyWith an original score co-written and performed live by Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna ellen cherry, this haunting tale of madness, passion and intrigue was inspired by the tragic Hagenback-Wallace circus train wreck of 1918. Nana Projects’ style of puppetry is performed by “lanterneers” who project hand-manipulated cutout images made of acrylic gels onto a screen, gracefully and ingeniously using tricks of Victorian Magic Lantern slide shows. This production is a proud winner of the UNiMAUSA citation of Excellence.ciTYdANcE STUdiO THEATER 405Tickets $8 (Stars $7.20), best for ages 10 and up

FRI, AUG 2, 7 & 9:30PM Puppet Slam presentedwith The Puppet Co.Leave the kids at home and transport yourself into the world of adult contemporary puppetry. With a variety of theatrical mini-plays featuring some of the finest puppet companies on the East coast, the Puppet Slam promises an evening of wide-ranging entertainment that will challenge and stimulate sophis-ticated theatergoers.MANSiONTickets $15 (Stars $13.50), best for adults

SAT, AUG 3, 10AM–12PMBlair Thomas & CompanyThe Puppet Tells the Storycreate your very own puppet show, complete with handmade rod puppets and skit! Everyone dives in with paper, cardboard, rods, ink markers and lots of hot glue to create their two-dimensional performance masterpieces.MANSiONTickets $25 (Stars $22.50), best for ages 8–12

SAT, AUG 3, 3PM Panel Discussion: Puppetry in Contemporary American TheaterArt, artistry, animation—what is puppetry, really, and how is it taking its place in contemporary American theater, from The Lion King to War Horse and beyond? Join fresh voices in puppetry, including Molly Ross, Blair Thomas, Paul Brohan and colette Searls for a thought-provoking look at the evolution of puppets in the American mainstream theater.MANSiONfREE (tickets required), best for adults

SUN, AUG 4, 1 & 4PMBlair Thomas & Company:Hard Headed HeartWooden puppets, paper scrolls, cabaret music, a live string quartet and a trio of literary gems: puppeteer extraordinaire Blair Thomas brings a variety of theatrical elements together for a unique display of puppetry at its warm and witty best. Hard Headed Heart takes the art of storytelling-through-puppets to exciting new heights.ciTYdANcE STUdiO THEATER 405Tickets $15 (Stars $13.50), best for ages 14 and up

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SUN, JUN 16, 7:30PMCITYDANCECityDance Conservatory Dancers in Concert 2013 citydance conservatory takes the stage in a performance highlighting the challenging contemporary, classical and fusion repertory from the 2012-2013 season with works by Robert Priore, Vikki Weinberger and more, as well as classical repertory coached by the conservatory ballet faculty and dances by Ron K. Brown, Janice Botelho and Alex Neoral.MUSic cENTERTickets $20 WED, JUN 19, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEOwen Danoff, singer-songwriterJoin in on a performance with influences of pop, folk and country as Owen danoff takes the stage in his final Artist in Residence performance. for this special night, Owen will perform a work commissioned by Strathmore, serving as the performance highlight to his successful residency.MANSiONTickets $15 (Stars $13.50) MON, JUN 24LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSICSummer Semester & Camps BeginJoin Levine for a summer of music, dance and art at the Music and Arts day camp. Levine also hosts Specialty Programs in guitar, saxophone, rock and jazz. for details visit www.levineschool.org/summer or call (301) 897-5100.EdUcATiON cENTER

WED, JUN 26, 7PMMARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRASHow to Audition ClinicBSO musicians join McYO to present this clinic, offering tips and advice for students on how to successfully audition. To reserve, email john@mcyo.org or call (301) 581-5209.EdUcATiON cENTERfee $15 (reservations required)

WED, JUN 26, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTSongs of Summer: 2012–2013 Artists in Residencecatch them now, before they’re stars, in a free concert featuring soul singer deborah Bond, electric cellist Wytold, drummer isabelle de Leon, jazz vocalist integriti Reeves and singer-songwriter Owen danoff.GUdELSKY PAViLiONfree (no tickets required)

SAT, JUN 29, 10:15AMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Talk & Tour for ChildrenBring the kids ages 5 and up to the Mansion for a special No Strings Attached exhibit tour and fun hands-on activity!MANSiONfree (tickets required) SAT, JUN 29, 1PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt TalkTake a fascinating stroll with friends through the intensively beautiful No Strings Attached fine art exhibit.MANSiONfree (no tickets required) SAT, JUN 29, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSReinventing Radio:An Evening with Ira GlassGo behind the scenes of public radio’s This American Life. in the style that has won millions of radio fans, ira Glass talks about how it all comes together each week, mixing stories from the show, live onstage, with taped selections of stories, recreating the sound of the show as the audience watches. MUSic cENTERTickets $38-$68 (Stars $34.20-$61.20)Official Media Sponsor: WAMU.

SUN, JUN 30, 4PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSBest of Serenade!Co-Presented by Classical MovementsThis year expect performances by The Watch from canada, Australian Voices SiX, the Wroclaw Philharmonic choir, and our very own Singing Sons Boy choir from florida and many more.MUSic cENTERfREE (line forms at 3PM)

JuLyMON, JUL 1, 8PMinterPLAYcompany BandShakes It Up!come enjoy a very special performance of global music, indian dancing and even an audience drumming tutorial! Guest artists include The Renowned Latin Band, Trio caliente, Ghanaian drum master Nana frimpong and contemporary drumming artist and teacher, Wes crawford. call (301) 570-6664 for reservations.ciTYdANcE STUdiO THEATER 405Tickets $20 ($5 for persons with disabilities)

WED, JUL 3, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTM.A.K.U. SoundSystemGet your summer beat on with the modern mix of columbian folklore, synthesizers, and a range of sound that covers reggae, jazz, punk, Afro-beat and soul music.GUdELSKY PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

WED, JUL 10 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTDaryl Davis’ Roots Music RevueA veteran Strathmore performer, davis has performed in 49 of the 50 states—and brings some of the finest talent in the country back for this summertime bluesfest. GUdELSKY PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

THU, JUL 11, 9:30 & 11:30AMBACKYARD THEATERMilkshakecalling all kids—and parents, too! Milkshake is the coolest way to have a rocking great time, with songs about playing, planting, parades and everything else that children enjoy. BAcKYARd THEATER STAGETickets $8 (Stars $7.20), free 2 & under

THU, JUL 11, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAMasters of BaroqueJonathan carney, leader & violinRevel in the simplicity and beauty of music from the Baroque period in this summer program featuring select works from the grand trio of Baroque masters. Jonathan carney leads the BSO in “Winter” and “Summer” from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Bach’s festive Orchestral Suite No. 3, and Handel’s glorious music from The Royal Fireworks Suite and his famous Water Music.MUSic cENTERTickets from $25

WED, JUL 17, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTAlma Tropicaliaead singer Elin and her band recreatethe sixties sensation of Braziliantropicalia music with its sensuousrhythms and bossa nova beats.This free concert offers a summernight’s worth of psychedelic samba,forró and fine Brazilian funk, perfectmusic to cool off and groove to!GUdELSKY PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

THU, JUL 18, 9:30 & 11:30AMBACKYARD THEATERUrban Artistry hip-hopThey’re a troupe on a mission, an international collective of artists and dancers dedicated to bringing authentic urban dance styles to the people and encouraging kids to move and groove. BAcKYARd THEATER STAGETickets $8 (Stars $7.20), free 2 & under

WED, JUL 24 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTTrouble FunkThese pioneers of the dc go-go scene have been spreading the jam nationwide since 1978, and their popularity as a live act—with audience-friendly voice tags, legendary jams and call out hooks—has never waned. GUdELSKY PAViLiONfree (no tickets required)

THU, JUL 25, 9:30 & 11:30AMBACKYARD THEATERPop UpsLooking for kid-friendly pop music that’s creative, clever, smart and fun? Look at the Pop Ups! These indie rockers use themes that appeal to children and grownups alike, and their music and lyrics never fail to inspire and entertain.BAcKYARd THEATER STAGETickets $8 (Stars $7.20), free 2 & under

THU, JUL 25, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAGershwin’s Greatest HitsGeorge Gershwin’s fascinating rhythms will fill the concert hall as all of your favorite tunes take their turn on the stage. from the jazz-filled melodies of Rhapsody in Blue to the timeless sounds of An American in Paris, relax into summer with this program of classic Americana.MUSic cENTERTickets from $25

JUL 29–AUG 2, 9:30AM–12:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Camp 2013: Teen CampArt-loving teens get an amazing opportunity to stretch their creative muscles and work in-depth on improving their techniques while learning methods and media they may have never before considered. MANSiONTuition $225 (Stars $202.50), ages 12–15

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June 2013THROUGH JUN 15STRATHMORE FINE ARTCreative Crafts 29th BiennialThis Strathmore juried favorite returns with a crafty collection of work in a variety of media that’s guaranteed to surprise and delight.MANSiONfREE (no tickets required)

SAT, JUN 1, 8PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICWagner 200th Anniversary CelebrationPiotr Gajewski, conductor WAGNER:der fliegende Holländer: Preludedie Walküre: “Ride of the

Valkyries”Siegfried: “forest Murmurs”die Meistersinger von Nürnberg:

PreludeGötterdämmerung : “Siegfried’s

funeral Music”Tristan und isolde: Prelude and

Liebestodand more!Join a free pre-concert lecture at 6:45PM.MUSic cENTERTickets from $28 SUN, JUN 2, 12–6PMCENTRO ESPANOL DE WASHINGTON DCFeria de SevillaThis free flamenco festival will make you feel like you’re at the fairgrounds of Seville, tasting a variety of Spanish tapas, listening to live flamenco beats, and watching the intricate foot and arm work of passionate flamenco dancers.cAMPUS-WidEfREE (no tickets required)

WED, JUN 5, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEOwen Danoff, singer-songwriterJoin in on a performance with influences of pop, folk and country as Owen danoff takes the stage in his first Artist in Residence performance. if the show is anything like what audiences have enjoyed at the Kennedy center, the 9:30 club and other area venues, this debut will be a night you’ll long remember.MANSiONTickets $15 (Stars $13.50)

THU, JUN 6, 7:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArts and the Brain Series:Healing Tones—Music Therapy and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Veteransin this fascinating conclusion to the second season of Strathmore’s sell-out Arts and the Brain series, dr. concetta Tomaino, director, institute for Music and Neurologic function, shows how music affects emotion, how music and memories are connected, and how music heals in current therapy practices with military veterans suffering from PTSd.MANSiONTickets $25 (Stars $22.50)

THU, JUN 6, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRACarmina BuranaMarin Alsop, conductorRobin Johannsen, soprano John Tessier, tenorBrian Mulligan, baritone Morgan State University choirPeabody children’s choruscHRiSTOPHER ROUSE:

Ku-Ka-llimokuOgoun BadagrisSilvestre Revueltas: Sensemayá

cARL ORff: Carmina Buranait is both sacred and profane. it is of romantic love, and carnal desire. Marin Alsop leads the BSO and chorus in carl Orff’s ecstatic Carmina Burana. free Music Notes Live! pre-concert lecture with david Ginder of WETA at 7PM.MUSic cENTERTickets $30-$90

SAT, JUN 8, 8PMSUN, JUN 9, 3PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICCarmina BuranaAudrey Luna, sopranoRobert Baker, tenorLeon Williams, baritoneNational Philharmonic choralechoralis Youth chorus Stan Engebretson, conductorLUTOSłAWSKi: Three Poems by

Henri Michaux ORff: Carmina BuranaJoin a free pre-concert lecture at 6:45PM on June 8, 1:45PM on June 9.MUSic cENTERTickets from $28

MON, JUN 10, 7:30PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSStrathmore Children’s Chorus: The Music of Jim Papoulischristopher Guerra, artistic directorJoin us in celebrating the premiere performance of the new Strathmore children’s chorus! for the occasion, new works have been commissioned by Jim Papoulis, whose distinctive musical style combines contemporary sounds with the musical traditions from around the globe.MUSic cENTERTickets $15 (Stars $13.50)

THU, JUN 13, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAWest Side Story:Music and the MovieMarin Alsop, conductorOrchestra SpecialLEONARd BERNSTEiN: West Side

Story (film and Orchestra)The music of West Side Story live in concert. Marin Alsop and the BSO accompany the 10-time Oscar-winning motion picture—all of Leonard Bernstein’s romantic, rumble filled score!MUSic cENTERTickets $30-$90 SUN, JUN 16, 1PMCITYDANCEThe Conference of the BirdsChildren & Youth Concertin The Conference of the Birds, a Sufi fable recreated from the original poem in prose by Attar, citydance School & conservatory dancers weave their way through two acts using a variety of genres—ballet, modern, jazz, Sri Lankan, Asian/Afro-fusion and hip-hop.MUSic cENTERTickets $20

SEE SPEciAL PUPPETS TAKE STRATHMORE GUidE ON PAGE 11!

Music and Fun: summer 2013 at Levine

Music and arts Day CampSession i: June 24-July 12; Session ii: July 15-August 2; Ages 3-1/2 to 12.Two Md campuses.

all that Jazz CampA hands-on introduction to the basics of jazz performance and improvisation.Aug. 12–16, Ages: 11–18

saxophone at strathmore A week of chamber music, individual instruction, and ensembles.Aug. 5–9, Ages: 11–18

rock Band Rock out while exploring rock ’n’ roll in a coached, fun environment.July 23-Aug. 8, Teen and Adult divisions

electric Guitar intensive Experience the electric guitar with both Beginner and Advanced classes.July 8-12, Ages: 10–18

Blues Guitar (adults)Learn the basics of the 12-bar blues, rhythm guitar, soloing and theory.July 15-August 1, Beginner and Advanced divisions.

voice Workshops (adults)Become the master of your own voice through vocal workshops with Levine faculty.July 29-August 8

Private lessons for fall Semester begin september 7, 2013

to learn more: (301) 897-5100 or www.levineschool.org

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WED, JUL 31, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTJonathan Scales FourchestraHe’s been compared to Thelonius Monk, Béla fleck and Mozart: steel pan artist and jazz composer Jonathan Scales brings a lively avant-garde feel to jazz fusion that has to be experienced. GUdELSKY PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

auGustTHU, AUG 1, 9:30 & 11:30AMBACKYARD THEATERTaikoza Japanese drumsThe “big drums” (taiko) of Taikoza summon everyone to the stage for a stimulating display of Japanese music and culture that kids (and parents) just can’t resist. BAcKYARd THEATER STAGETickets $8 (Stars $7.20), free 2 & under

THU, AUG 1, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSNatalie ColeCo-presented by Blues AlleyEight-time Grammy Award winner Natalie cole sings it all, from the gold standards of the Great American Songbook to the woman-done-wrong wail of R&B. don’t miss this sure-to-sell-out return engagement!MUSic cENTERTickets $33-$92 (Star $29.70-$82.80)

SAT, AUG 3, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSTribute to Wayne ShorterfeaturingWallace Roney Orchestra UniverseDavid Weiss and Endangered SpeciesJazz legend Wayne Shorter gets the tribute treatment in this unique two-part concert featuring Miles davis protégé Wallace Roney and his 23 piece orchestra performing three previously-unperformed works by Shorter, aka “Mr. Gone,” plus dave Weiss’ 12-piece Endangered Species band playing Shorter’s best-loved compositions. Read more on page 7.MUSic cENTERTickets $26-$36 (Stars $23.40-$32.40)

SUN, AUG 4, 7PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSRodrigo y Gabrielafeaturing Alex WilsonStrathmore has international guitar superstars in its midst. Rodrigo y Gabriela’s live shows trump all—the mind-blowing speed strumming of this virtuosic guitar duo lends an edge-of-seat thrill to every song they touch.Tickets $58–$68 (Stars $52.20–$61.20)

AUG 5–AUG 9, 9:30AM–12:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Camp 2013:Half Day SessionPerfect for kids with a lot of activities on their summer schedule, the half-day session of Art camp at Strathmore offers an awesome creative outlet that builds technique, expands artistic vocabulary, and develops the creative process in wonderfully innovative ways. MANSiONTuition $225 (Stars $202.50), ages 6–11

WED, AUG 7, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTCarlos NúñezPan-celtic wonders never ceasewhen piper carlos brings the music of his native Galicia, Spain to the stage. it’s a show that challenges the musical palate with jigs and reels and more—all delivered by the handsome prodigy known as “The Seventh chieftain.” Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to be wowed!GUdELSKY PAViLiONfREE (no tickets required)

AUG 10–14STRATHMORE EDUCATIONUke and Guitar SummitThe ukulele gets its moment in the sun with this unique event that’s great for music lovers of every level. Jam sessions, master classes and open mics allow participants unprecedented access to uke techniques that will help them hone skills and elevate their ability to play everything from hula music to the blues. Uke-tacular!MANSiONEarly Bird Special through July 2:Tuition $290 (Stars $261)Beginning July 3:Tuition $320 (Stars $288)

AUG 12–16, 9AM–3PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Camp 2013:Full Day SessionWith painter and collage artist Rosana Azar at the helm—and a team of professional arts educators ready to guide and inspire—Strathmore’s art camps are great for kids who want to hone their technique and let their creativity shine. MANSiON

WED, AUG 14, 7PMSTRATHMORE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTUkeFest 2013Join Grammy winners cathy fink and Marcy Marxer for this yearly uke-a-palooza celebrating the wonders of not just the ukulele but the Hawaiian steel guitar and the tenor guitar as well.GUdELSKY PAViLiONfree (no tickets required)

AUG 19-24MARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS2013–14 AuditionsRegister online beginning June 15 at www.mcyo.org/auditions.EdUcATiON cENTER

AUG 31–SEP 14STRATHMORE FINE ARTFine Artists in ResidenceExhibitEclectic painter Ang (Adrienne Gaither), mixed media artist drew Storm Graham, incredible illustrator Jessica Rose and detailist-in-pencil-ink-and-watercolor Susan Stacks: the 2012–2013 fine Artists in Residence are an extraordinary group. don’t miss the culminating exhibition of the fine AiR experience, featuring these exciting developing artists. Join us for the free Opening Reception on Thursday, September 5 from 7–9PM.MANSiONfree (no tickets required)

aFternoon teaTUESdAYS & WEdNESdAYS AT 1PM. NO TEA SERVicE iN AUGUST. SEE cOMPLETE ScHEdULE ON PAGE 18.

ChiLDrenart talk & tour JUN 29

Milkshake JUL 11

urban artistry JUL 18

Pop ups JUL 25

taikoza AUG 1

ChoraLstrathmore Children’s Chorus JUN 10

Best of serenade! JUN 30

CLasses / eDuCationLevine: summer semester & Camps BEGiN JUN 24

MCyo: how to audition Clinic JUN 26

art talk JUN 29

art Camp for teens JUL 29–AUG 2

art Camp-half Day AUG 5–9

uke and Guitar summit AUG 10–14

art Camp-Full Day AUG 12–16

MCyo: 2013–2014 auditions AUG 19–24

CLassiCaLnational Philharmonic: Wagner 200th anniversary Celebration JUN 1

Bso: Carmina Burana JUN 6

national Philharmonic: Carmina Burana JUN 8 & 9

interPLaycompany Band Shakes It Up! JUL 1

Bso: Masters of Baroque JUL 11

Bso: Gershwin’s Greatest hits JUL 25

DanCeCityDance: the Conference of the Birds JUN 16

CityDance: Conservatory Dancers in Concert 2013 JUN 16

Fine artCreative Crafts 29th Biennial THROUGH JUN 15

No Strings Attached JUN 22–AUG 17

Fine Artists in Residence AUG 31–SEP 14

JaZZ / BLues / FunKDaryl Davis’s roots Music revue JUL 10

trouble Funk JUL 24

Jonathan scales Fourchestra JUL 31

tribute to Wayne shorter AUG 3

PoP / sonGBooKowen Danoff JUN 5 & 19

Bso: West Side Story JUN 13

artists in residence sounds of summer JUN 26

Bso: Gershwin’s Greatest hits JUL 25

natalie Cole AUG 1

ukeFest 2013 AUG 14

PuPPets taKe strathMore

Cashore Marionettes: Simple Gifts JUN 30

Blue sky Puppet theatre: Eleventh Finger JUL 20

nana Projects: Create a shadow Puppet show! JUL 27

nana Projects: Alonzo’s Lullaby JUL 27

Puppet slam AUG 2

Blair thomas & Company: the Puppet tells the story AUG 3

Puppetry in Contemporary american theater Panel AUG 3

Blair thomas & Company: Hard Headed Heart AUG 4

sPeaKeran evening with ira Glass JUN 29

WorLDFeria de sevilla JUN 2

M.a.K.u. soundsystem JUL 3

alma tropicalia JUL 17

Jonathan scales Fourchestra JUL 31

rodrigo y Gabriela AUG 4

Carlos núñez AUG 7

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Calling serious young Musicians!Be Part of MCyo’s 2013–2014 season! 68 years and still growing and going strong, McYO provides the highest quality orchestral education program in the region for 500 students in grades 3–12.

MCyo Consists of siX stellar orchestras and other ensemblesPhilharmonic, grades 10–12 chamber Orchestra, grades 9–19 Symphony, grades 7–9 Young Artists, grades 6–8 chamber Strings, grades 4–6 Preparatory Strings, grades 3–5Plus other ensembles including wind groups, Harp Ensemble and chamber groups

2013–2014 season auditions August 19–24 at the Music center at Strathmore. Online registra-tion for auditions begins June 10 at www.mcyo.org/auditiions

auDition CLiniC! How to take an audition, tips and words of wisdom from pros! Wed., June 26 evening, at Strathmore. check website for details.

rehearsal schedule McYO rehearses every Wednesday evening during the school year at the Music center.

2013–2014 Concert season Dates Sunday, december 8, 2013March outreach concerts, TBdSunday, June 1, 2014

MCyo alumni Please contact cheryl@mcyo.org.We’d love to hear an update from you!

QUESTiONS? Please call (301) 581-5208/5209

national Philharmonic’s 2013–2014 season at the Music Center at strathmore!Join the National Philharmonic at Strathmore for a season showcasing outstanding soloists such as superstar violinist Sarah chang performing Antonio Vivaldi’s Four Seasons; cellist Zuill Bailey playing the complete cello works of Robert Schumann; and pianist Brian Ganz, continuing his cycle of music by chopin.

The season opens with the monumental Beethoven Symphony No. 5 and continues with such great works as Bach’s Mass in B minor, Brahms’s Symphony No. 1, dvorák’s Serenade for Strings, Handel’s Messiah, Mozart’s Symphony No. 39, Richard Strauss’s tone poems Don Juan and Death and Transfiguration and Verdi’s powerful Requiem.

in November, we join the world in commemorating the 75th anniversary of Kristallnacht with a concert performance of a new opera, Lost Childhood, by American composer Janice Hamer, which explores one boy’s struggle to survive the horrors of the Holocaust—a most compelling drama, not to be missed.

subscribe today! Kids 7–17 free! Complimentary parking! For more information, visit nationalphilharmonic.org or call (301) 581-5100.

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Strathmore is a state of mind; a time for music and memories and journeys into the heart of the arts. Spend an evening with an icon like author amy tan, see the impact an individual like alan Lomax has made on our culture through his love of folk music; celebrate dance, choral music, classical, jazz, pop and the Great American Songbook. Learn, grow—savor Strathmore.

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sutton FosterOcTOBER 12, Music center

Julia nixonNOVEMBER 1, Mansion

nellie McKayJANUARY 9, Mansion

natascia DiazJANUARY 25, Mansion

Gabriel Kahane & rob MooseAPRiL 17, Mansion

4 Girls 4: Maureen McGovern, andrea Mcardle, Donna McKechnie & Faith PrinceMAY 2, Music center

ChoraL/GosPeL

Best of Maryland GospelfEBRUARY 8, Music center

sweet honey in the rock 40th anniversary Celebration: Forty and Fierce!MARcH 1, Music center

Country/PoP/roCK

sandy hackett’s rat Pack showSEPTEMBER 27, Music center

air alumni: Laura Burhennsinger-songwriterOcTOBER 2, Mansion

air alumni: Loren Westbrook rock cellistOcTOBER 16, Mansion

travis trittNOVEMBER 1, Music center

Michael BoltonMARcH 2, Music center

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Guitar Passion with sharon isbin, stanley Jordan & romero LubambofEBRUARY 13, Music center

Jayme stone: the alan Lomax ProjectfEBRUARY 20, Mansion

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Forever tangoNOVEMBER 7, Music center

Krasnoyarsk national Dance Company of siberiafEBRUARY 19, Music center

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sachal vasandani QuartetSEPTEMBER 20, Mansion

air alumni: Kush abadey jazz drummerSEPTEMBER 25, Mansion

air alumni: Gato Latin jazzOcTOBER 9, Mansion

air alumni: the Mancuso-suzda Projectavant-garde jazz duoOcTOBER 23, Mansion

Ben allison BandJANUARY 10, Mansion

Pat Metheny unity GroupMARcH 21, Music center

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spanish harlem orchestra:Salsa NavidaddEcEMBER 13, Music center

the irish tenors: Wright, Kearns, tynanthe Premiere irish holiday Celebration tourdEcEMBER 21, Music center

sPeaKers

Bill engvallGary Brightwell opensOcTOBER 6, Music center

an evening with amy tanNOVEMBER 15, Music center

olympia Dukakis in a Concert reading of RoseMARcH 13, Music center

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voiceOcTOBER 30, Mansion

Zemer ChaidEcEMBER 11, Mansion

Coral CantigasdEcEMBER 18, Mansion

estrella Morente flamenco singerMARcH 19, Music center

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aeolus Quartet with Michael tree violaOcTOBER 3, Mansion

orion Weiss pianoOcTOBER 11, Mansion

Les violons Du roy with stephanie Blythe mezzo-sopranoOcTOBER 15, Music center

Maurice steger trioOcTOBER 25, Mansion

Chris thileOcTOBER 30, Music center

Lawler and Fadoul DuoNOVEMBER 21, Mansion

accademia del teatro alla scala orchestraPresented in conjunction with the Embassy of ItalydEcEMBER 4, Music center

Duo sonidosJANUARY 16, Mansion

robert Patterson clarinet

Maria Lambros viola

audrey andrist pianoJANUARY 26, Mansion

inscape Chamber Quartet with evan solomon clarinetfEBRUARY 9, Mansion

Paul huang violinfEBRUARY 21, Mansion

spektral QuartetfEBRUARY 28, Mansion

Parker QuartetMARcH 31, Mansion

Cristina ZavalloniAPRiL 8, Mansion

trio CloisonneMAY 1, Mansion

aaron Grad electric theorbo

& Gus Mercante countertenorMAY 15, Mansion

MusiC Center hiGhLiGht

an evening with amy tanFriDay, noveMBer 13, 8PMShe’s perhaps best known for The Joy Luck Club—and The Kitchen God’s Wife, and The Bonesetter’s Daughter—but New York Times bestselling au-

thor amy tan has many more stories to tell: about life, love, families and fame. Born to a chinese immigrant family in california, Tan decided at an early age to escape from her “ordinary life” into the magic of the written word.

After an unconventional childhood and a some-what convoluted path to bestselling-author-dom, Tan started using her own experiences and her mother’s memories of life and family back in china to create literary magic. for nearly a quar-ter of a century, Tan has made an indelible mark on contemporary literature with novels—and the movies and even operas they’ve begotten—that shine a light on universal truths.

from her arrival on the literary scene in 1989 to today (her latest work, The Valley of Amazement, comes out November 2013) Tan has won admirers around the globe with her rich prose, compelling plots and keen observations. As a speaker she’s funny, insightful and brimming with stories—about writing and traveling, fame and culture, music, mothers and daughters, childhood and pets. don’t miss this amazing evening with Amy Tan, and be sure to bring a question for the Q&A segement!

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Jayme stone: the alan Lomax ProjectthursDay, FeBruary 20, 7:30 & 9:30PM One of the most important figures in folk music, alan Lomax was a scholar, a cataloguer, a folklor-ist. He captured the magic of Jelly Roll Morton, Muddy Waters, Woody Guthrie and Lead Belly on tape; his pioneering work inspired musicians from Aaron copland to Bob dylan, and set the stage for modern American music.

“He was the first ethnomusicologist, traveling around the world, recording music that had nev-er been recorded before,” says composer and banjo innovator Jayme Stone. “He was kind of a maverick.”

The Alan Lomax Project: A Weeklong Exploration of the Field Recordings of Alan Lomax is part con-cert, part workshop, part new-music-petri-dish, a Strathmore presentation that features Stone and his hand-picked band of musicians.

“This repertoire is (what) Alan Lomax recorded; all the music is coming from his archive,” says Stone, referring the collection of 17,000 tape recordings kept at the Library of congress’ American folklife center. “And we’ll definitely be weaving in stories from his life—and stories about the songs so they come alive.”

Stone and his fellow musicians will use the Lomax Archive as a jumping off point to create new original music, to teach students, and to present a series of lectures.

“it’s a way to actually have an engaged, creative rela-tionship with this material, not just preserve it,” says Stone. “We want this music to be alive and kicking.”

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those who unlocked

the secrets of this

kind of music.”

– Bob Dylan, on folk and Alan Lomax

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BEcOME A STARYour benefits, including the current, exclusive Pre-Sale, begin immediately!

Artists and dates subject to change.

amy tan

Jayme stone

travis tritt

Julia nixon

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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

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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. Please Note: The minimum age re-quirement for WPAS performances is 5; for BSO performances it is 6.

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.

GENERAL iNfORMATiON

ORdER NOW!www.strathmore.org (301) 581-5100tiCKet oFFiCe 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md Summer Hours: 10AM–5PM, Monday–friday

complimentary 15 minute Ticket Office parking is available in the Mansion lot weekdays 10AM–5PM.

GROUP TicKETS (301) 581-5199

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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 are available in the concert Hall.

Sign-interpreted performances are 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 4th floor of 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 adjacent to the Grosvenor-Strathmore station on Metro’s Red Line.

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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 or credit card payment of $5 is required Monday–friday.

For Mansion concerts, exhibitions and events: free parking on a space-available basis in the Mansion lot. Enter 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 suMMer hoursBeginning May 23: Monday–friday, 10AM–5PM, and 60-minutes prior to Music center concert through intermission (in-person only).

Mansion & GaLLeriesMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, friday: 10am–4pmWednesday: 10am–9pmSaturday: 10am–3pmAdmission to the Mansion at Strathmore and galleries is free.

hoLiDay sCheDuLeJuLy 4 campus closed

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, including handmade and arts-related jewelry, decorative items, textiles, stationery, recordings, children’s books. creative toys and kits.

the Mansion shopMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, friday: 10AM–4PMWednesday: 10AM–9PMSaturday: 10AM–3PM

the online shopshop.strathmore.org

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

Strathmore is partially funded by operating grants from:

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Enjoy soothing live music in the cool, calm surroundings of the Mansion; savor luscious tea cakes, scones and tiny sandwiches with our delectable Strathmore Blend, and give yourself a summer vacation. Tea at Strathmore is a unique and luxurious way to brighten a summer day.

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RESERVATiONSPre-paid, non-refundable reservations required. Ask about our new vegetarian options.

TUESdAY,WEdNESdAYand specialSATURdAYseatings.

MANSiON$23 (Stars $20.70)$28 (Stars $25.20) for Specialty Teas

aFternoon tea sCheDuLe

June 4 Meg Baker, harp and piano 5 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 11 Noreen friedman, flute & Bob Wysong, gui-tar 12 Becky dukes, piano 18 Author’s Tea Sue Richards, harp 19 Historic Tea and Tour John dassoulas, piano 22 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar 25 fancy Nancy Tea 26 fancy Nancy Tea

JuLy 2 Norm Katz, piano 3 Ellen Tennenbaum, piano 6 Prince and Princess Teas 10:30AM & 1PM seatings 9 fran Hrastar, piano 10 carol Rose duane, harp & piano 16 John dassoulas, piano 17 SOLd OUT 23 Sue Richards, harp 24 Susan Bour, flute & Phil Bour, guitar

no teas in auGust

sPeCiaLty teas

author’s teaJune 18We’ll be serving summer reading inspiration along with the tea and scones at this celebration of local authors and their work. Patrons can talk one-on-one with the writers and purchase their works—what a great way to jump-start your sum-mer reading!

historic tea & tourJune 19A delightful “old-fashioned” tea is just the begin-ning: there’s piano music by award-winning local pianist John dassoulas and a tour of the Mansion and grounds that offers an in-depth look at the legendary hub of the arts we call home.

Fancy nancy Dress-up tea PartyJune 25 & 26Everyone loves fancy Nancy! With music and food designed to appeal to children—and the dolls they’re invited to bring along—this tea-riffic event encourages everyone to have fun and use their good manners and imaginations.

Princess tea PartyJuLy 6it’s the stuff childhood memories are made of: a super-special dress-up tea where little boys and girls dress up as princes and princesses and gath-er in the drawing room at Strathmore castle for kid-friendly food and fun that’s fit for royalty.

Princess tea Party

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No Strings AttachedFine art exhibition

mansionJune 22–August 17

MANSiON GifT SHOP ANd GALLERY HOURS

MON, TUE, THU, fRi 10AM–4PMWEd 10AM–9PM; SAT 10AM–3PM

onLineshop.strathmore.org

The Gift Shop in the Mansion is a place where imagination takes flight—especially during

Puppets Take Strathmore.