» » » » » » » » » ESCHER QUARTET Sunday September 23 | 3:00 P.M. Sears Recital Hall The first Vanguard Legacy Concert of the season features a string quartet acclaimed for their expressive, nuanced performances. Named in reference to the graphic artist M.C. Escher’s seamless interplay of forms, this ensemble will perform selections by Brahms, Britten and Dvorak. DAYTON CONTEMPORARY DANCE COMPANY: BodyTalk thurSday September 20 | 7:30 P.M. Kennedy Union Boll Theatre BodyTalk celebrates the power of dance to tell stories. Inspired by works of African-American writers such as Zora Neale Hurston and August Wilson, dCdC choreographers use movement, music and projections to richly evoke “…stories that address place, migra- tion, love, politics and the church.” “ . ..humanity, craft and beauty.” —2016 Bessie Award “Big, burnished, and bold in sound . ..” —The Telegraph FRED HERSCH thurSday OctOber 11 | 7:30 P.M. Sears Recital Hall The Cincinnati-born Hersch is known internationally for his thoughtfully compelling performances. In this inti- mate, solo concert, Hersch will draw on his remarkable, decades-long jazz career—just as he does in his recent memoir Good Things Happen Slowly. A Cityfolk JazzNet Legacy Concert. “A pristine pianist with a poet's soul ...” —The Boston Glove FIFTH HOUSE ENSEMBLE: Luna de Cuernos thurSday February 7 | 7 : 30 P.M. Sears Recital Hall Inspired by a Puerto Rican folktale (the title translates as “horned moon”), Fifth House celebrates the power of community in this multimedia program. Their wind quintet is coupled with rich, lively video and narration to convey the dramatic tale. Co-presented by the Graul Chair for Arts and Languages. LOS ANGELES GUITAR QUARTET Sunday NOvember 4 | 4:00 P.M. Sears Recital Hall This Grammy-winning ensemble has a towering reputation. Known both for their fresh interpretation of chamber classics and their joyful, inventive take on music with cross-over appeal, the quartet consistently delivers an impres- sive but easygoing virtuosity. A Vanguard Legacy Concert. “ . ..perfectly balanced and . .. sonically lush.” —L.A. Times “ ...vibrant, full of expression . .. mystery.” —ChicagoMusic TERELL STAFFORD QUINTET WedneSday February 20 | 7 : 30 P.M. Sears Recital Hall Known as a master of the trumpet, Stafford is a gifted and versatile performer, collaborator and educator. With his quintet, he delivers a classic sound full of authority as well as warmth. On campus for a residency, Stafford’s visit is supported the Cityfolk JazzNet Legacy Endowment. “ ...a warmth and generosity all its own.” —JazzTimes » » » » » » » » » WOMEN OF THE WORLD WedneSday march 20 | 7:30 P.M. Kennedy Union Ballroom Winners of the 2017 International Cham- pionship of A Cappella Open at Carnegie Hall, this quartet brings together women of Japanese, Indian, Haitian, and Italian heritage. Their sound—and message—is globally inspired and inspiring. Check the website in spring for details about a cappella workshops. “ ...excellent ... with striking lead vocals.” —New York Times POULENC TRIO Sunday march 24 | 3 :00 P.M. Sears Recital Hall Bassoon, oboe and piano create a lush, melodic effect in a program that cele- brates the 200th anniversary of Walt Whitman’s birth. The program includes a newly commissioned work by Andrew List, as well as one of the poet’s favorite musical works—Beethoven’s Op. 38 Trio. A Vanguard Legacy Concert. “ ...convincing elegance ... and grace.” —Washington Post MAkE it yOur season SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS VANGUARD 3 This package includes tickets to all three Vanguard Legacy Concerts on September 23, November 4 and March 24. GENERAL ADMISSION: $50 SENIORS(60+)/UD ALUMNI: $40 UD EMPLOYEES: $30 PICK 4 Purchase tickets to four concerts of your choice: try a bit of classical, jazz and even world music! GENERAL ADMISSION: $60 SENIORS(60+)/UD ALUMNI: $50 UD EMPLOYEES: $40 FULL SEASON Tickets to all eight concerts at the lowest price available. Can’t make all the dates? Share the season with a friend. GENERAL ADMISSION: $110 SENIORS(60+)/UD ALUMNI: $95 UD EMPLOYEES: $80 SINGLE TICKETS Beginning August 22, you can purchase single tickets in person at the Kennedy Union Box, online at go.udayton.edu/artslive, or call 937- 229-2545. GENERAL ADMISSION: $18 SENIORS(60+)/UD ALUMNI: $15 UD EMPLOYEES: $10 UD STUDENTS: Free With a season subscription, you can experience it all— or just the parts you want. Added benefits include the best prices, tickets mailed to your home (no will-call lines!), and invitations to occasional performance- related programs. Use the subscription form on the reverse of this brochure to secure your season tickets for the best prices. Additional concert information is available online: GO.UDAYTON.EDU/ARTSLIVE