Jazz at the Athenaeum Peter Erskine Trio with Bob Mintzer Athenaeum Music & Arts Library Saturday, July 20, 2024 7:30 PM Next up, on Saturday, July 20, is a special …
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An evening of haunting melodies and mystical dance unfolds, from Ysaÿe’s and Ravel’s intense narratives to the whimsical charm of Butler’s Roald Dahl-inspired “Dirty Beasts” and Adès’ spirited “Catch.” The …
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Janáček’s “Kreutzer Sonata” Quartet, inspired by Tolstoy’s tale of jealousy and marital discord set against the backdrop of Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata, pairs with Composer-in-Residence Thomas Adès. Adès performs his evocative …
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From Madonna’s synth-pop anthems to Guns N’ Roses’ rock-and-roll roar, BETAMAXX delivers iconic 80s tunes with an energetic stage presence. Designed to engage and entertain, each performance is a high-energy …
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Amadeus comes alive as excerpts from Peter Shaffer’s iconic play are paired with Mozart’s sublime “Gran Partita,” blending dramatic readings with ethereal music for a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s genius. …
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This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean …
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Five-time winner of the San Diego Music Awards for Best Big Band, Big Time Operator is true to the past yet totally contemporary. This 17-piece orchestra plays American classics and big band hits, spanning the golden age of Big Band Swing, the sultry rhythms of Latin, and the timeless melodies of the American songbook. Continuing …
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Jazz at the Athenaeum Camila Meza Trio Athenaeum Music & Arts Library Sunday, August 4, 2024 7:30 PM The series concludes Sunday, August 4, with Chilean-born guitarist-vocalist Camila Meza. She …
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