Strathmore News - Winter 2011-2012

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StrathmorenewsVolume 25 | Issue 2

december 2011–february 2012

Yasmin Levy’s Joyous Journey page 15

The Holidays at Strathmorepage 3

Discover Ellingtonpage 5

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3 The Holidays at Strathmore 4 This Just In! 5 Discover Ellington 6 Come Out and Play! 7–14 Winter Calendar 15 Artist Confidential: Yasmin Levy 16–17 Thank You, Donors and Supporters 18 Afternoon Teas

SaVe the Date! 2012 Spring gala at Strathmore

Dionne WarwickSaturDay, april 21muSic center

“you’ll never Fall in love again” once you’ve given your heart to Dionne Warwick, the international superstar headlining the 2012 Spring gala at Strathmore. the lady’s got class, grace, beauty and that unforgettable velvety voice, with hits like “Do you Know the Way to San Jose?,” “Walk on By” and “i Say a little prayer.” this magical night helps support Strathmore’s education and artistic programming, master classes, artist in residence programs, free community events and festivals—and why not? “that’s What Friends are For.”

a 2012 Spring gala dinner package begins at $500 per person and includes the gala dinner, center orchestra tickets to ms. Warwick’s concert, the after party featuring Big ray and the Kool Kats—and a tax-deductible contribution to Strathmore. contact the Sorelle group at (202) 248-1930 or [email protected] for additional information. those interested in a sponsor table or sponsorship package should contact Bill carey at (301) 581-5135 or [email protected].

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BoarD oF DirectorS Officersnancy e. hardwick,

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Joseph F. Beach robert g. Brewer, Jr., esq. Dickie S. carter hope B. eastman, esq. Starr g. ezra hon. nancy Floreen Sol graham thomas h. graham paul l. hatchett Dianne Kay Delia K. “Dede” lang carolyn p. leonard hon. laurence levitanJames F. mannarino J. alberto martinez, mD caroline huang

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In the Music Centerthe beautiful music center at Strathmore lights up the December sky—and makes merry with marvelous musical performances. like the mountain music of the crowd-pleasing Skaggs Family on December 1, featuring the most beloved christmas songs and lots of country cheer.

or the sophisticated sibling stylings of classical music’s favorite family act, The 5 Browns on December 2 with a mix of classics and holiday music from tchaikovsky, liszt and mozart to richard rodgers and “peanuts” composer Vince guaraldi.

experience the high-energy fun of multi-grammy nominee Dave Koz on December 5 and you’ll find a jazzy new way to look at the christmas songbook.

and don’t miss Jim Brickman on December 7, featuring the multi-platinum pianist and a show that brings traditional favorites and modern music together in a wonderful way.

In the MansionWhen the mansion decks the holiday halls, everything’s merry and bright. get your glee on with renaissance motets, seasonal favorites, vocal jazz and contemporary arrangements a la The Capital Hearings on December 14.

looking for hot jazz to warm your winter? Lena Seikaly and her band of D.c.’s finest jazzmen breathe new life into old christmas jazz standards on December 16.

or maybe you like your traditions served up fresh and new? that’s one way to describe Bohemian

Caverns Jazz Orchestra with two shows on December 18 featuring their new arrangements from the Stan Kenton and claude thornhill songbooks and the entire Nutcracker Suite adaptation by Duke ellington and Billy Strayhorn.

and count on The Pilgrim Music Trio on December 21 to bring the hanukkah light with their unique Jewish fusion sound, where classical meets klezmer, jazz meets Jewish traditions, and a whole world of musical variety shines.

CREATE FAMILY TRADITIOnS

gather the family at the piano for holiday harmony, carols and interactive fun in this daytime event with grammy-winning music educator Betty Scott on December 11. and be sure to bring your guitar and car keys for this rousing sing-along that’s a ho-ho-ho lot of fun!

FInD THAT PERFECT GIFT

The Gift Shop at the Mansionat the Shop at Strathmore you’ll find jewelry, toys and keepsakes as unique and charming as the people on your list. celebrate the holidays and the arts with an expressive, one-of-a-kind present from Strathmore.

Gift CertificatesWrap up the arts for someone special this holiday season with a Strathmore gift certificate. give stellar performances, original artwork, gift shop goodies, specialty teas and more. certificates are available in any amount and do not expire. a joy to give, a breeze to redeem.

Baby, it’s cold outside—but holiday fun is really starting to heat up, with performances that showcase jazz, classical, country and a cappella artists. Strathmore is where traditions leap from the stage to the heart. there’s something for everyone, so let Strathmore help you make the season bright.

’tis the Season to celebrate at Strathmore

December at aGlanceStrathmore is present-ing plenty of holiday cheer with concerts, gift workshops, teas and other festivities for you and yours. See all of December and see all the details in the Winter calendar on pages 7–9.

The Mansion Shopmonday, tuesday, thursday, Friday: 10am–4pmWednesday: 10am–9pmSaturday: 10am–3pm

The Online Shopshop.strathmore.org

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Patti LaBelleFRIDAY, MARCH 30 & SATuRDAY, MARCH 31, 8PMnobody’s brings a “new attitude” like two-time grammy winning superstar and original lady marmalade, patti laBelle. Back at Strathmore by popular demand, the pop legend dazzles with jazz standards, blues anthems and spirituals that’ll lift you right out of your seat.tickets $35–$120 (Stars price $31.50–$108)

In THE MAnSIOnhow much music can fit in one mansion? at Strathmore, there’s always room for more.

Dan Tepfer, pianoTHuRSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 7:30PMthis amazing nyc-based jazz pianist brings a cerebral twist in his Goldberg Variations/Variations—Bach’s original variations performed as written with his own exciting improvisations. tickets $20 (Stars price $18)

Paul Galbraith, classical guitarSunDAY, MARCH 11, 7:30PMthe guitar goes groundbreaking in the hands of the internationally renowned galbraith, whose unique playing style and “exceptional artistry” (The New Yorker) come together to create what the Santa Barbara News-Press calls “pure magic.” tickets $30 (Stars price $27)

FRIDAY nIGHT ECLECTICThis is What Friday Looks Likehip-hop, indie-rock, go-go, folk, funk—how do you get a handle on the urban-meets-suburban phenom that is Friday night eclectic? picture a reverse-commute out of the city to an alterna-lounge space where you’ll find art, artists and chandeliers—plus hot new music, cool drink specials and much more.

Standing room onlyDoorS 8pm, ShoW 9pmtickets $10 advance (Stars price $9), $12 Door

Oli Brown BandJAnuARY 20a smash hit at last summer’s outdoor concert series, this guitar-hero front man serves up electric blues uK-style with this pistol-hot young band.

Justin Trawick “The 9” Songwriter SeriesJAnuARY 27nine singer/songwriters in a special seated showcase that’s spearheaded by the inimitable storytelling-beat-selling Strathmore fave Justin trawick.

Educated ConsumersFEBRuARY 3hip-hop hits the heights as producer t.e.c.k! and mc Seezmics throw an album release party for Winning Winter, featuring singer/songwriter Kokayi, old-school beats and intensely creative freestyle rhymes.

The Grey Area and the Bam BamsFEBRuARY 10gotta love a double feature, especially when it’s girls-against-the-boys: the all-male indie rock duo the grey area evokes the White Stripes and the Black Keys, while the all-female Bam Bams bring post-punk garage pop.

Junkyard SaintsFEBRuARY 24you know it’s a party when a seven-piece zydeco band with a full horn section shows up for mardi gras. Fat tuesday meets Friday night in a blaze of cajun glory.

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Don’t miSS!Jayme Stone:Room of Wonders“the yo yo ma of the banjo” (Globe and Mail).FRIDAY, JAnuARY 13, 8PMmansiontickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

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Strathmore’s Discover ellington festival takes in the arc of edward Kennedy ellington’s life as part of Strathmore’s yearlong look at american composers. Ellington: A Sacred Concert brings together the very best of the three-concert sacred music series that preoccupied the great composer during the twilight of his life.

“this is a reflection of ellington’s life; a culmination,” says jazz drummer Kennith Kimery, the executive producer of the Smithsonian Jazz masterworks orchestra, program director of the Jazz oral history program, and an expert on all things ellington. “it’s ellington in a different light that you don’t necessarily see in his earlier work.”

Duke ellington spent the last years of his life getting in touch with the spiritual elements of his musical genius, but Kimery says the maestro’s very roots were in sacred music, even if the majority of his music was secular in nature.

“throughout his career he composed pieces that had that lilt, that resonance,” he notes. “Come Sunday is a good example.

“ellington was a religious man; he faced an interesting dilemma for many years, wanting to express his faith in his music. the invitation to perform at grace cathedral in San Francisco became the vehicle, the way to finally jump in there with two feet.”

he jumped in and stayed for a while: between 1965 and 1973 ellington composed three concerts of sacred music. Kimery says the performance at Strathmore, featuring the Smithsonian Jazz masterworks orchestra, will offer a carefully selected and meticulously rehearsed program by an ensemble that exists primarily to perform the works of ellington.

But don’t let the Smithsonian name fool you into expecting a museum piece.

“the standard methodology is ‘look but don’t touch,’” says Kimery. “We say, ‘look and touch’—and expect to hear some wonderful ellington music.”

Ellington: A Sacred ConcertSunDAY, FEBRuARY 19, 4PMmusic center, concert halltickets $30–$59 (Stars price $27–$53.10)

Discover Ellington is presented with support from The National Endowment for the Arts.

Discover ellington

An AmericanOriginal ata GlanceDiscover ellington is a 7-day festival of concerts, classes, lectures, free family activities and much more. For a complete schedule of events, please see pages 11–12 in the Winter calendar.

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SMARTS AnD THE ARTS

is there a link between gray matter and a love of the arts? that’s the question behind the fun and fascinating new Arts and the Brain series at Strathmore. “Scientists are discovering amazing things about the way our minds work,” says lauren campbell, Strathmore’s education and develop-ment manager. “We wanted to provide a forum to explore those discoveries in relation to what we do best here—the arts.”

the series’ form matches its function: you can learn about why you love music, theater, improvi-sation and visual art, and experience them at the same time. campbell says that putting together the series in this arts-and-science loving corner of the world was, well, a no-brainer.

“given the rich scientific and medical communities around us, and our artistic resources,” she says, “we were inspired to bring the two together.”

THuRSDAYS In THE MAnSIOn, 7–8:30PMtickets $21 (Stars price $18.90)

The Mature Amateur: Creativity and the Aging BrainDr. Bruce miller and Dr. gay hannaFEBRuARY 2

The Theater of the BrainDr. michael posner and aaron posnerMARCH 15

Music Cognition and Perception Lecture/PerformanceVijay iyerMARCH 29

Your Brain on Laughter: neuroscience of Humor and Improvisationmichael patterson and Washington improv theaterAPRIL 5

Your Brain on Jazz: The neuroscience of Jazz ImprovisationDr. charles limbAPRIL 26

nEW FInE ART EXHIBITIOn

Stepping Over the LineJAnuARY 7–FEBRuARY 4now that you know why your brain loves art, chal-lenge every neuron and synapse with Stepping Over the Line, the exhibition that redefines how we look at art. Fresh, forward thinking and utterly unexpected, this is the show that transcends the restrictions of media and artistic genres. mixed media artist and painter Shahla arbabi and wa-termedia artists Kathleen alexander, carol carter, mark mehaffey, thomas Shaller, nicholas Simmons and Keiko tanabe upend the familiar with unique application of color, mes-merizing media manipu-lation, and intense point of view and emotional outlook.

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78th Annual International Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature

From Forge to Form: Modern Ironwork

come out and play!

Singing claSSeSFind your voice… sweeten your life.

Jazz Vocal Intensive: Charting Your CourseSATuRDAY, DECEMBER 10, 10AM–3PMtuition $65(Stars price $58.50)

So You Think You Can’t SingMOnDAYS, JAnuARY 16–FEBRuARY 6, 7:30–9:30PMtuition $135 (Stars price $121.50) for 4 sessions

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DECEMBERTHROUGH DEC. 30STRATHMORE FINE ART78th Annual InternationalExhibition of Fine Art inMiniatureBehold the immaculate intricacy ofeach artist’s technique and marvelat every breathtaking brush orpencil stroke. Bigger is definitelynot better in this exhibition!manSion gallerieSFree

THROUGH DEC. 30STRATHMORE FINE ARTFrom Forge to Form:Modern Ironworkexplore an ancient art for moderntimes. this compelling exhibitionfeatures the artwork of iron artistsincluding nol putnam.manSion gallerieSFree

THURS., DEC. 1, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONJenny Lin, piano this “exceptionally sensitive pianist” (Gramophone) performs piano versions of favorite classic jazz and show tunes, including transcriptions of gershwin, rodgers and hammerstein and more. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Vil-lage and the Randy Hostetler Living Room Music Fund

THURS., DEC. 1, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSSkaggs Family Christmas featuring the White FamilyFourteen-time grammy winner ricky Skaggs makes this holiday season a family affair, marshalling the members of his own gifted family as well as his in-laws, the White Family. With song after song warmed by the pure mountain sound of bluegrass, you’ll rediscover such holiday favorites as “little Drummer Boy,” “have yourself a merry little christmas” and many more.muSic center, concert halltickets $28–$68 (Stars price $25.20–$61.20)

FRI., DEC. 2, 9AM–4PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONPolymer Clay Earringscreate one-of-a-kind accessories with this versatile material! instructor Kathryn ottman guides students in designing, molding and finishing their own necklace and earrings that showcase endless possibilities of color and shape. manSion tuition $90 (Stars price $81), plus $25 materials fee

FRI., DEC. 2, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSThe 5 Browns Holiday ShowThe New York Post proclaimed: “one family, five pianos and 50 fingers add up to the biggest classical music sensation in years.” now the 5 Browns come bearing gifts, as they perform beautiful holiday music from tchaikovsky, liszt and mozart to richard rodgers and Peanuts composer Vince guaraldi.muSic center, concert halltickets $21–$58 (Stars price $18.90–$52.20)

SAT., DEC. 2 & SUN., DEC. 3, 8:15PMCITYDANCE PRESENTSPheasantsA Work by Musica Apertawith special guest performance byCityDance’s residence dance companyChristopher K. Morgan & ArtistsPheasants is a unique work of music, dance and history depicting the court of philip iV of Spain and his artist confidant, Diego Velazaquez. the story unfolds through the eyes of marie-therese, the king’s daughter who is not pictured in the famous work, Las Meninas, since she will shortly be wed to France in exchange for peace.cityDance theater at Strathmore, StuDio 405tickets $35

SAT., DEC. 3, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAHandel’s Messiahedward polochick, conductor and harpsichordistKaren clift, sopranoKrisztina Szabó, mezzo-sopranonicholas phan, tenorStephen powell, baritoneconcert artists of Baltimore Symphonic choralehanDel: Messiahit wouldn’t be the holiday season without handel’s Messiah. the BSo continues its tradition of ushering in the christmas season with an all-star performance of handel’s glorious oratorio featuring the “hallelujah chorus.” muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

SUN., DEC. 4, 3PM & 7PMMARYLAND CLASSIC YOUTH ORCHESTRASDazzling December Concertshear the passion and exuberance of youth expressed through marvelous music by the region’s foremost youth orchestra and top young instrumentalists! 3pm features junior ensembles: chamber Strings, young artists and Symphony. 7pm features the premier senior groups: mcyo chamber orchestra and philharmonic.muSic center, concert halltickets $20 (adult), $12 (students-teachers), senior/group discounts

MON., DEC. 5, 10AM–4PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONSilk Painting: Scarves and Wall Hangingsthe executive Director of Spin (Silk painters international) and co-author of three books on the art of silk painting, Diane tuckman has truly been integral in introducing the art of silk painting to america. in this class, tuckman guides students at every level of proficiency through the many ways of expressing your creativity through this beautiful art.manSion tickets $95 (Stars price $85.50), plus $25 materials fee

MON., DEC. 5, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSDave Koz and Friends Smooth Jazz Christmaswith special guests Rick Braun, Jonathan Butler and Candy DulferCo-Presented with Blues Alleyin a cherished holiday tradition, the multiple grammy award nominee welcomes a magical combination of musicians from around the world in a high-energy show the whole family will love, featuring songs from Dave’s classic holiday albums.muSic center, concert halltickets $38–$72 (Stars price $34.20–$64.80)

WED., DEC. 7, 7:30PMART AFTER HOURSDave Bass, gospel singerSinger-songwriter Dave Bass soothes his soul—and yours—with gospel. arch campbell compares his sound to Sam cooke; audiences love his original gospel compositions as well as his takes on the classics. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

WED., DEC. 7, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSJim Brickman A Christmas Celebrationenjoy a warm holiday performance by platinum-selling artist Jim Brick-man and his special guests. you’ll hear dazzling solo piano and vibrant vocals, plus plenty of warmth and humor. Jim weaves together new and old traditional holiday favorites, plus all his hits in this unforgettable night.muSic center, concert halltickets $35–$55 (Stars price $31.50–$49.50)

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$23 (Stars price $20.70)$28 for Specialty teas(Stars price $25.20)pre-paid, non-refundableFor reservations, call (301) 581-5108

Look For This Symbol part of Strathmore’s celebrating american composers series.

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THURS., DEC. 8, 10AM–12PM OR FRI., DEC. 9, 1:30–3:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONHandmade Glass: Holiday Disheseach student will make two fused glass dishes—one to keep and one (perhaps) to give away! instructor eileen martin of martin glass cre-ations will teach the basics of work-ing in fused glass while exploring design techniques using a variety of textures and colors of ground, pulled or sheet glass. manSion tuition $50 (Stars price $45) plus $40 materials/firing

THURS., DEC. 8, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONWendy Richman, viola hailed by The New York Times and The Washington Post for her “absorbing,” “fresh and idiomatic” performances, violist Wendy rich-man brings a rich program including a world premiere by award-winning composer and catholic university professor Stephen gorbos. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Vil-lage and the Randy Hostetler Living Room Music Fund

THURS., DEC. 8, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAHoliday Cirque de la SymphonieBring the entire family to hear holiday favorites while experiencing an awe-inspiring performance as the circus meets the symphony. Stunning aerial feats, strong-men, mind-boggling contortionists and juggling acts will take your breath away as the BSo gets you into the spirit—the ultimate holiday extravaganza!muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

FRI., DEC. 9, 11AM & 12PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONHistoric Home Tourstake a guided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore. manSionFree (tickets required)

FRI., DEC. 9, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSRamsey Lewis The Sun Goddess Tourthe jazzman extraordinaire, winner of three grammys and seven gold records, revisits his classic ‘70s album The Sun Goddess (and a few other funky favorites) with his elec-tric band—guitarist henry Johnson, keyboard player michael logan, drummer charles heath and bassist Joshua ramos. muSic center, concert halltickets $28–$68 (Stars price $25.20–$61.20)

SAT., DEC. 10, 10AM–3PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONJazz Vocal Intensive: Charting Your Coursein this course, participants will learn about standardized chart-writing re-quirements and suggestions for good visibility; how to include information on the chart to minimize the amount of “bandstand chatter;” placement of key signatures; arrangement writing; and proper notation for key changes, meter changes, other special notations for vocals including “hits,” “chokes,” and more. manSion tickets $65 (Stars price $58.50)

SAT., DEC. 10, 10:15AMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONChildren’s Talk and Touryoung art lovers ages 5 and up enjoy a talk about the modern ironwork and miniatures exhibitions, and a hands-on activity.manSion Free (tickets required)

SAT., DEC. 10, 12:30–2:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONHandmade Glass for Kids: Home Decorationschildren create four seasonal home decorations in fused glass—choose from ornaments. mezuzot and sun-catchers. this is a kid-friendly ver-sion (ages 7–11) of the handmade glass workshop being offered on December 8 and 9; see that listing for additional information.manSion tuition $65 (Stars price $58.50) all materials and firing included

SAT., DEC. 10, 1PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Talkadults enjoy a guided tour of the modern ironwork and miniatures exhibitions.manSion Free (no tickets required)

SAT., DEC. 10, 8PMSUN., DEC. 11, 3PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICHandel’s Messiah Stan engebretson, conductor Jennifer casey cabot, soprano Kendall gladen, mezzo-soprano matthew Smith, tenor Kevin Deas, bass hanDel: Messiah muSic center, concert halltickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) Join a free pre-concert lecture in the concert hall at 6:45pm on Dec. 10; 1:45pm on Dec. 11.

SUN., DEC. 11, 4–5PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONStrathmore Family Sings: Christmas Music with Betty ScottJust like the good old days around the family piano. Bring your ukes and guitars and warble along with “Silver Bells,” “Deck the halls,” “Winter Wonderland” and more. the featured percussion accompani-ment “Kids with Keys” allows kids to come up and jingle along with their family car keys! Special guest performance by vocal percussionist christylez Bacon.muSic center, room 402tickets $7 (Stars price $6.30), ages 6 and up

MON., DEC. 12, 8PMI.M.P. PRESENTSPink Martini Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world, crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop, the orchestra draws inspira-tion from the romantic hollywood musicals of the 1940s and ‘50s, while adding in spice from around the world. prepare to be charmed by this eclectic, irresistible troupe as they perform selections from their holiday album Joy to the World and from their standard repertoire.muSic center, concert halltickets $55–$125

WED., DEC. 14, 7:30PMART AFTER HOURSThe Capital Hearings, An A Cappella HolidayWith a repertoire ranging from renaissance motets to modern hits, this dynamic a cappella ensemble will be making spirits bright with a mix of seasonal favorites, vocal jazz and contemporary arrangements. the perfect holiday concert!manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

national Philharmonic Winter Concerts at Strathmore Begin the holiday season with the national philharmonic chorale at its annual performances of handel’s Messiah on December 10 and 11, under the direction of chorale artistic Director Stan engebretson. on December 22, join philharmonic conductor piotr gajewski and the Washington Symphonic Brass for an evening of medieval and renaissance music.

on January 7, 2012 at 3:30 pm, premiere cellist Zuill Bailey performs Bach’s complete unaccompanied cello Suites and at 8 pm, haydn’s cello concerto no. 1. the evening concert will also include mozart’s triumphant Symphony no. 41 (“Jupiter”).

pianist Danill trifonov, the 2011 winner of the international tchaikovsky competition, plays tchaikovsky’s majestic piano concerto no. 1 with the philharmonic on February 4 and 5. the concert also features the composer’s Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy and 1812 Overture.

tickets from $32; children 7–17 Free! parking Free! to purchase tickets and learn about other winter concerts, visit nationalphilharmonic.org or call 301-581-5100.

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THU., DEC. 15, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONDan Tepfer, pianoperforming the D.c. premiere of his solo album goldberg Variations/Variations. read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $20 (Stars price $18)

THURS., DEC. 15, 7:30PMFRI., DEC. 16, 7:30PMMoscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcrackerpraised by The New York Times as “thrilling and expansive,” the 40 impeccably trained, lavishly costumed russian dancers leap and spin, breathtaking hand-painted sets set the mood, and larger-than-life puppets designed by a russian master make this Nutcracker a must-see show for the whole family!muSic center, concert halltickets $27.50–$87.50

FRI., DEC. 16, 11AMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONLena Seikaly— Holiday Jazz Standardscelebrate the songs of the holidays, delivered with style by “buzzed-about vocalist lena Seikaly, whose lush mezzo-soprano and clever phrasing have made her one of the local jazz scene’s most promising performers” (The Washington Post). manSiontickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

SAT., DEC. 17, 9AM–4PM STRATHMORE EDUCATIONFun with Felting: Winter Hat or Hand Warmers toasty fun for a winter weekend! using the technique of wet felting with the finest merino wool, students will first learn how to make a sample piece of felt then choose one of the projects. instructor roz houseknecht provides guidance and plenty of wool colors, embellishments and patterns.manSion tickets $90 (Stars price $81) plus $25 materials fee

SUN., DEC. 18, 5:30 & 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONBohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra: A Bohemian Christmascelebrate the holiday season with new arrangements and selections from the Stan Kenton and claude thornhill songbooks and featuring the entire entire “nutcracker Suite” adaptation by Duke ellington and Billy Strayhorn. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $20 (Stars price $18)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

MON., DEC. 19, 10AM–4PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONMetal Jewelry Workshop; Silver Braceletcreate your own custom-designed silver bracelet in this workshop led by silversmith nick grant Barnes. you will learn silver soldering to forge and fabricate your piece and make connections and clasps. manSion tickets $100 (Stars price $90), plus $35 materials fee

TUES., DEC. 20, 7:30PMCATHEDRAL CHORAL SOCIETYJ. Reilly Lewis, Music DirectorA Dickens Christmasnew this year! Join the cathedral choral Society and charles Dickens himself for this festive celebration of christmas. have your picture taken with mr. Dickens before the concert, sing along to traditional english favorites such as The First Noel and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!, experience beloved choral works such as Masters in this Hall and the Holly and the Ivy, and enjoy listening to mr. Dickens reading some of his most famous works in this colorful interaction of music and drama written and directed by award-winning actress catherine Flye! Bring the whole family and join us in making this your new christmas tradition!muSic center, concert halltickets from $15

WED., DEC. 21, 7:30PMART AFTER HOURSThe Music Pilgrim Triothese three musicians bring together different worlds, moving flawlessly between classical, jazz, Klezmer, chanukah and original compositions with a jazzy, latin american flavor.manSiontickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

WED., DEC. 21, 7:30PMTHE WASHINGTON CHORUSA Candlelight ChristmasJulian Wachner, music Directorcarl tanner, tenora sell-out every year! capture the magic of the season with the grammy award-winning Washington chorus. With the splendor of brass, organ, percussion and the 200-voice chorus, this beloved holiday show features christmas favorites, sing-alongs and glorious candlelight. metropolitan opera tenor carl tanner joins the chorus, singing his signature “o holy night” as seen on nBc’s Today show and at the national christmas tree lighting. make this your annual holiday tradition and join us.muSic center, concert hall tickets from $15

THURS., DEC. 22, 8PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICHoliday Celebration with the Washington Symphonic Brasspiotr gajewski, conductor Washington Symphonic Brass muSic center, concert hall tickets from $35 (children 7–17 free)Please Note: The National Philharmonic will not perform on this program.

JAnuARYMON., JAN. 2, 3PMNEW YEAR’S CONCERT 2012 Salute to Viennathe Strauss Symphony of americaalexander Steinitz, conductorrebecca nelson, sopranothomas Sigwald, tenordancers from:Vienna imperial Ballet andinternational champion Ballroom

Dancersthis holiday tradition returns with a brilliant new cast of european singers and dancers to delight and inspire with famous Strauss waltzes, polkas and operetta excerpts. Fall in love with the sounds of the “Waltz King” in an unforgettable and uplifting celebration! muSic center, concert halltickets $49–$95

THURS., JAN. 5, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRABSO SuperPops Jack Everly and the Brothers GershwinJack everly, conductorStewart goodyear, pianoJudy mclane, vocalsthe fascinating rhythms of george gershwin will fill the air as the bril-liant Stewart goodyear performs Rhapsody in Blue. Broadway star Judy mclane also showcases showstoppers from the george and ira gershwin songbook: “they can’t take that away From me,” “Someone to Watch over me,” and many more.muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

FRI., JAN. 6, 5 PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICMaster Class with Zuill Bailey, cellisteDucation center, room 402tickets $5, reservations required by calling (301) 493-9283, ext. 111 or email [email protected]

JAN. 7–FEB. 4STRATHMORE FINE ARTStepping Over the Line: New Expressionsmixed media artist and painter Shahla arbabi and watermedia artists Kathleen alexander, carol carter, mark mehaffey, thomas Shaller, nicholas Simmons and Keiko tanabe upend the familiar with unique application of color, playful placement of media, or focal point sleight-of-hand. See page 6 for more information.manSionFree

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BSO Special Event: Itzhak Perlman“perlman is as good as gold,” declares the Chicago Sun-Times. “he seems to infuse everything he touches with the magic of his fluid tone.” on Saturday, January 14 at 8pm itzhak perlman is back by popular demand to perform two of Vivaldi’s famous Four Seasons and then conducts symphonies by mozart and Brahms. See one of the greatest violinists of our time alongside the Baltimore Symphony orchestra at the music center at Strathmore! to learn more about this concert, visit BSomusic.org.

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SAT., JAN. 7, 3:30PM NATIONAL PHILHARMONICBach’s Unaccompanied Cello Suites Zuill Bailey, cello Zuill Bailey’s recent recording of Bach’s unaccompanied cello Suites, on a period instrument on the telarc international label, soared to the top of the Classical Billboard charts. “the sound is rich, like dark chocolate... Bailey reaches from the soul of his instrument to our own” (Fanfare magazine). muSic center, concert halltickets from $35 (children 7–17 free)

SAT., JAN. 7, 7PMLEVINE PRESENTSThe Romantic Impact Magdalina Melkonyan, piano there is no question that romantic music has had a profound influence on american music. this concert explores the chain of influence from earlier romantics (liszt, chopin) to later european giants (rach-maninoff) to american composers (gershwin). Join a pre-concert lecture on music of the 1930s and adult/student reception, 4-6pm. Visit www.levineschool.org to purchase tickets online.eDucation center, room 309 tickets $15 online, $20 at Door

SAT., JAN. 7, 8PM NATIONAL PHILHARMONICBeethoven, Haydn and Mozart piotr gajewski, conductor Zuill Bailey, cello BeethoVen: Grosse Fuge, op. 133 hayDn: cello concerto no. 1 in

c major moZart: Symphony no. 41 in

c major (“Jupiter”) muSic center, concert halltickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) Join a free pre-concert lecture at 6:45 pm in the concert hall.

WED., JAN. 11, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEJay Hayden, R&B vocalistWith a debut cD called Love Counseling and another on the way, this singer-songwriter and D.c. native captures the essence of soulful r&B using piano, acoustic guitar and other instruments—with songs of love, relationships and heartbreak.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $12 (Stars price $10.80)

THURS., JAN. 12, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONBruce Swaim Quartet Savor straight ahead american jazz standards, “alive and passionately delivered” (Cadence magazine). Join Strathmore’s Jazz Society and attend a special pre-concert reception.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

FRI., JAN. 13, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSJayme Stone: Room of WondersStone’s album, The Utmost, won the 2008 Juno award for instrumen-tal album of the year. Discover a unique and innovative artist critics are calling “the yo-yo ma of the banjo” (Globe and Mail)!manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

FRI., JAN. 13, 8PMTHE BIRCHMERE PRESENTSStephanie MillsStephanie mills has distinguished herself as an actress and performer whose critically acclaimed appear-ances in shows like the four-time tony award-winning The Wiz and Your Arms Too Short To Box With God have assured her of a consis-tently loyal following among fans, industry insiders and critics alike.muSic center, concert halltickets $29.50–$69.50

SAT., JAN. 14, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAItzhak Perlman conductor and violinViValDi: Winter from The Four

SeasonsViValDi: Summer from The Four

SeasonsmoZart: Symphony no. 25BrahmS: Symphony no. 4an incomparable virtuoso, the greatest violinist of our time. Back by popular demand, the legend-ary itzhak perlman performs two of Vivaldi’s famous Four Seasons, then conducts symphonies by mozart and Brahms.muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

MONDAYS, JAN. 16–FEB. 6, 7:30–9PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONSo You Think You Can’t Singthis course is designed to assist an individual who wants to sing, but either lacks the necessary instructional background or the positive singing experiences on which to build proficiency and confidence. participants in the 4-week course will experience a relaxed, non-judgmental environment; pitch matching games and activities to improve “in tune” singing; activities that maximize good tone and articulation; and likable song materials for group singing. get your tickets early, since this one always sells out!manSion tickets $135 (Stars price $121.50) for 4 sessions

FRI., JAN. 20, 8:15PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAOff The Cuff Also sprach Zarathustra!marin alsop, conductorr. StrauSS: Also sprach

Zarathustraexplore richard Strauss’ epic Also sprach Zarathustra, widely recog-nized by modern-day audiences thanks to Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 movie, 2001: A Space Odyssey. But, as marin alsop will divulge, there’s more than meets the ear. muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

FRI., JAN. 20, DOORS 8PM, SHOW 9PMFRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTICOli Brown BandScratch the surface of classic rock and roll and you’ll find roots of British Blues—that’s what the oli Brown Band is all about. read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $10 advance (Stars price $9), $10 Door

SAT., JAN. 21, 10:15AMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONChildren’s Talk and Touryoung art lovers ages 5 and up enjoy a talk about the Stepping over the line exhibition, and a hands-on activity.manSion Free (tickets required)

SAT., JAN. 21, 1PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArt Talkadults enjoy a guided tour of the Stepping over the line exhibitions, delving into technique and history of the artists and works.manSion Free (no tickets required)

SAT., JAN. 21, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSEthel Merman’s Broadway starring Rita McKenzie relive the glory days in this amazing tribute show as “mcKenzie steals the scene and wins our hearts, making the legend ethel merman ‘...still crowing, still going strong’” (BroadwayWorld.com). muSic center, concert halltickets $25–$65 (Stars price $22.50–$58.50)Join a free pre-concert lecture at 6:30pm

Levine Maryland Campus at Strathmorewww.levineschool.org

have you always wanted to learn how to play an instrument or return to an instrument you haven’t played in years? Then Levine is the place for you!Enrollment is ongoing for private lessons and spring semester group classes begin February 6th. Join uS For a Special eVent:Romantic ImpactSaturday, January 7, 2012, 7PM$15 online; $20 at the door in this concert, pianist and artist-faculty Magdalina Melkonyan explores the chain of influence from earlier romantics to later european giants to american composers.Come at 4PM to hear a lecture, “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” on popular music of the era.

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SUN., JAN. 22, 7PMCOORDINATION COUNCIL OF CHINESE AMERICAN ASSOCIATIONChinese New Year GalaStarted in 2000, the chinese new year gala celebrates chinese culture with a two and a half hour show of singing, folk dance, traditional instru-ments, chinese opera and more.muSic center, concert hallFor ticket information call (301) 792-8881 or(703) 568-1388 or visit www.cccaa.org

MON., JAN. 23, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSBryan Adams The Bare Bones TourFor anyone who rocked the ‘80s, Bryan adams topped the playlist with hits like “Summer of 69,” “heaven” and “run to you.” now adams brings a stripped-down sound to the stage, reaching out to audiences with acoustic versions of his classics and new work.muSic center, concert halltickets $45–$65 (Stars price $40.50–$58.50)

TUES., JAN. 24, 6–8PMLEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSICMaster Class with Imani Winds manSion, Shapiro muSic roomFree, call (202) 686-8000, ext. 1599.

WED., JAN. 25, 3PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONHistoric Home Toursguided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore.manSionFree (tickets required)

WED., JAN. 25, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEJay Hayden, R&B vocalistSee Jan. 11.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $12 (Stars price $10.80)

THURS., JAN. 26, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONImani Winds north america’s premier wind quintet, this grammy-nominated ensemble has carved out a distinct presence in the classical music world with its dynamic playing, poignant programming, genre-blurring collaborations and inspirational outreach programs. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

FRI., JAN. 27, 7PMLEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSICMaster Class with Adam Ben-David, conductor and pianistadam Ben-David has conducted numerous shows including Jersey Boys, Spring Awakening, Wicked, High Fidelity, Aida, Bombay Dreams and Once Upon a Mattress. as a pia-nist, he has performed with artists including Kelli o’hara, patti lupone, matthew morrison, lea michelle, elton John and James taylor. he is currently the associate conductor for the tony award winning musical, The Book Of Mormon.eDucation center, room 309Free, reservations required to (202) 686-8000 x1599 or www.levineschool.org

FRI., JAN. 27, 8PMSwedish National Youth Orchestramaestro tõnu Kaljuste conducts Sweden’s leading young musicians in works of Sergey rachmaninov and arvo pärt, and a double concerto for violin and ma-rimba by tobias Broström; soloists hugo ticciati and Johan Bridger. muSic center, concert halltickets $15, general admission

FRI., JAN. 27, DOORS 8PM, SHOW 9PMFRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTICJustin Trawick“The Nine” Songwriter SeriesStrathmore favorite Justin trawick brings together nine singer-songwriters in a special showcase. read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $10 (Stars price $9), $12 Door

SAT., JAN. 28, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRALIFE: A Journey Through Timemarin alsop, conductorBeethoVen: Symphony no. 6,

“pastoral”philip glaSS: LIFE: A Journey

Through Timea multimedia extravaganza for the senses that features breathtaking photographs from national geographic photographer Frans lanting. his six-year journey to discover new insights about life on earth is musically choreographed with elegant composition from Baltimore native philip glass. this whimsically lyrical interpretation of earth’s diversity is paired with another celebration of nature, Beethoven’s “pastoral” Symphony.muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

SUN., JAN. 29, 4PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONClancy Newman, cello Noreen Cassidy-Polera, pianoWinner of the first prize in the prestigious naumburg international competition, this acclaimed young cellist is “in a class of his own” (Philadelphia Inquirer), noreen cassidy-polera is one of the most highly regarded pianists in chamber music today. their program includes ernest Bloch’s From Jewish Life, newman’s own From Method to Madness, and works by mendelssohn and Brahms. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

SUN., JAN. 29, 1–5PMLEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSICCogen Concerto Competitionhear levine’s rising stars perform! this competition, honoring founder ruth cogen, features students ages 6–18 years old performing piano and instrumental concertos in three age divisions. eDucation center, roomS 309 & 402Free, visit www.levineschool.org for details

SUN., JAN. 29, 7PMWASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETYSimone Dinnerstein, pianoSchumann: Kinderszenen, op. 15Bach: partita no. 1 in B-flat major;

partita no. 2 in c minorBrahmS: intermezzo in a major,

op. 118, no. 2FelSenFelD: The Cohen Variationschopin: nocturne in D-flat major,

op. 27, no. 2“an utterly distinctive voice in the forest of Bach interpretation” (The New York Times).muSic center, concert halltickets from $23

FEBRuARYWED., FEB. 1, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEellen cherry, singer-songwriteremmy-nominated singer/songwriter ellen cherry uses her keen, on-the-fly sense of humor to weave history, storytelling, and melody together. recording continuously since 1997, her most recent album, (New) Years, crosses genres, artfully displaying her talents in folk, pop, jazz and instrumental music. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $12 (Stars price $10.80)

THURS., FEB. 2, 7–8:30PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONArts and the Brain Series: The Mature Amateur— Creativity and the Aging BrainDr. Bruce l. miller of the university of Southern Florida and gay hanna, phD, of the national center for creative aging lead a discussion of the creative function of the brain as it ages. read more on page 6.manSion tickets $21 (Stars price $18.90)

THURS., FEB. 2, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRABach’s Brandenburgnicholas mcgegan, conductorBSo soloistsandrew Balio, trumpetJ.S. Bach: Brandenburg

concerto no. 1rameau: orchestral Suite from NaïshayDn: trumpet concertomoZart: Symphony no. 39muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

STRATHMORE PRESENTSCelebrating American Composers Series:Discover EllingtonDiscover Ellington is presented with support from: the national endowment for the arts FRI., FEB. 3, 11AM Ellington Standards Chris Vadala Trio make your day with artist in residence mentor chris Vadala on sax, rick Whitehead on guitar/sax and John previti on bass.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

MON., FEB. 13, 7:30-9:30PM“The Duke” Lecture/Demonstration by Rusty Hassan rusty hassan peels back ellington’s lyrical layers to find blues, spirituals, work songs, ragtime and new orleans jazz. Bonus: the film short Symphony In Black. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

THURS., FEB. 16, 7:30PMMostly Ellington Robert Glasper, piano an artist who “unfailingly gets the feeling right” (New York magazine), this uniquely gifted pianist performs the music of Duke ellington along with his own original works and music by thelonious monk and other jazz legends. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)

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Discover Ellington continued

FRI., FEB. 17, 5–7PMEllington Panel DiscussionJoin panelists John hasse, Davey yarborough and David Schiff on an exploration of Duke ellington.manSionFree

FRI., FEB. 17, 7PMLEVINE PRESENTSChanneling Duke EllingtonBassist Karine chapdelaine and pianist Bob Sykes take on the Duke ellington/Jimmy Blanton improvi-sations note for note, then up the creative ante with some improvised ideas of their own. order tickets at www.levineschool.org.eDucation center, room 309tickets $15 online $20 at Door

FRI., FEB. 17, 8PM Brian Stokes Mitchell Sings Ellington American Songbook Smithsonian Jazz masterworks orchestra nobody does it better than Broadway’s Brian Stokes mitchell, especially when he’s backed by the Smithsonian Jazz masterworks orchestra and performing el-lington’s finest. you’ll hear romantic standards like “mood indigo” and “Solitude” along with selections from ellington’s last, unfinished musical, Queenie Pie—embellished by the dazzling footwork of D.c.’s own manzari Brothers. muSic center, concert halltickets $39–$79 (Stars price $35.10–$71.10)

SAT., FEB. 18, 8PM Big Band Ellington: Duke Goes Latin the grammy-winning afro-latin Jazz orchestra led by arturo o’Farrill is joined by paquito D’rivera in recreating the sound of the fabled Duke ellington big band sound with such classics as “caravan” and “in a Sentimental mood,” and performing new pieces inspired by ellington.muSic center, concert halltickets $29–$69 (Stars price $26.10–$62.10)

SUN., FEB. 19, 4PMEllington: A Sacred Concert Smithsonian Jazz masterworks

orchestramorgan State university choir

eric conway, directorin his last years, ellington wrote three “sacred concerts,” performed live in new york city with a hand-picked group of masterful musicians and recorded for posterity. now Strathmore recreates historical moments from these legendary concerts. read more on this landmark concert on page 5.muSic center, concert halltickets $30–$59 (Stars price $27–$53.10)

MON., FEB. 20, 11AM–4PMDiscover Strathmore: Duke Ellington Strathmore’s annual inside-out family festival explores the wonders of all things ellington in a free, all-day celebration for all ages. enjoy performances, workshops, sample classes and roving entertainment!muSic center & manSionFree (no tickets required)

FRI., FEB. 3, 5PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICMaster Class with Brian Ganz, pianoeDucation center, room 402tickets $5, reservations required, email [email protected] or call (301) 493-9283, ext.111.

FRI., FEB. 3, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSAll I Did Was Ask: An Evening with NPR’s Terry Grossnpr Fresh Air host terry gross’s interviews are heard by more than 4.5 million people daily. listen in on fascinating conversations as this popular journalist plays sound bites and discusses interviews that went especially well (or especially badly), and answers your questions. muSic center, concert halltickets $35–$55 (Stars price $31.50–$49.50)

FRI., FEB. 3, DOORS 8PM, SHOW 9PMFRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTICEducated ConsumersJoin an album release party for Winning Winter. read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $10 advance (Stars price $9), $12 Door

SAT., FEB. 4, 8PMSUN., FEB. 5, 3PM NATIONAL PHILHARMONICAll Tchaikovsky Programpiotr gajewski, conductor Danill trifonov, gold medal winner

of the XiV international tchaikovsky piano competition

polonaise from Eugene Onegin piano concerto no. 1 in B-flat minor Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy 1812 Overture muSic center, concert halltickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) Join a free pre-concert lecture in the concert hall at 6:45pm on Feb. 4 ; 1:45pm on Feb. 5.

MON., FEB. 6CITYDANCE CENTER AT STRATHMORE Spring Session Begins Dance classes and pre- professional training for children, youth and adults. Details at www.citydance.net or call (301) 581-5204.

MON., FEB. 6LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSICSpring Semester BeginsStudents of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for an exciting new year of private lessons, group classes and special events.Details at www.levineschool.org or call (301) 897-5100.

MON., FEB. 6, 7:30PMLUTHERAN VOLUNTEER CORPSSt. Olaf Choiranton armstrong, conductorthe St. olaf choir, with 75 mixed voices, is considered one of the fin-est in a cappella choirs in the united States. their annual tour advances the artistic standards of church mu-sic and provides a means of spiritual inspiration for its many listeners, and continues the tradition of bringing the choir’s artistry and message to thousands across the nation.muSic center, concert halltickets $30–$50 THURS., FEB. 9, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRABSO SuperPops A BSO ValentineJack everly, conductor tony DeSare, piano and vocalscelebrate with your sweetheart as singer and pianist tony DeSare dis-plays his trademark romantic style, performing songbook standards including “Fly me to the moon,” “night and Day,” “that old Black magic” and more. according to USA Today, “DeSare belongs to a group of neotraditional upstarts stretching from harry connick Jr., to michael Bublé and Jamie cullum.”muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

FRI., FEB. 10, DOORS 8PM, SHOW 9PMFRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTICThe Grey Area and the Bam Bamsa double feature matching the boys against the girls! read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $10 (Stars price $9), $12 Door

FEB. 11–MAR. 17STRATHMORE FINE ARTYou Are What You EatExhibitionart about food triggers memories and desires as we connect food with beauty, pleasure, taste, perception, excitement and regret. this multi-me-dia exhibition explores how the food that we eat creates the armature of our physical form and our perceived body image, and how figure repre-sentations in art allows the viewer a personal freedom to disregard cul-tural norms. Free opening reception Sunday, February 12, 2–4pm.manSionFree

SAT., FEB. 11, 10:30AMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONChildren’s Historic Home Tour Designed for children 5 and up, this special guided tour tells the stories of the mansion at Strathmore and gives an overview of its architectural features. manSionFree (tickets required)

SAT., FEB. 11, 8PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICBrian Ganz Chopin Project all chopin programFantasie, op. 49 Fantasie-impromptu, op. 66 polonaise-Fantasie, op. 61 impromptu no. 2, op. 36 4 mazurkas, op. 6 2 polonaises, op. 40 Waltz in a-flat major, op. 42 andante Spianato and grande

polonaise Brillante in e-flat major, op. 22

muSic center, concert halltickets from $24 (children 7–17 free) Please Note: National Philharmonic will not perform on this program.

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SUN., FEB. 12, 7PMWASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETYLeif Ove Andsnes, pianohayDn: Sonata in c minor hob.

XVi: 20BartoK: Suite, op. 14DeBuSSy: Images, Book ichopin: Ballade no. 3 in a-flat ma-

jor, op. 47; Four Waltzes; nocturne in B major, op. 62, no. 1; Ballade no. 1 in g minor, op. 23

“the most accomplished pianist of the new generation” (The New York Times).muSic center, concert halltickets from $23The Piano Masters Series is made possible through the generous sup-port of Betsy and Robert Feinberg.

TUES., FEB. 14, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSYasmin Levy with Special Guest Omar Faruk Tekbilekread more on page 15.muSic center, concert halltickets $38 (Stars price $34.20)

WED., FEB. 15, 8PMWASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETYEmerson String Quartet Wu Han, pianohayDn: Quartet in F major, op. 77,

n o. 2BrahmS: piano Quartet in g minor,

op. 25Schumann: piano Quintet in

e-flat major, op. 44“america’s greatest quartet” (Time magazine).muSic center, concert halltickets from $35

THURS., FEB. 16, 8PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAThe Genius of MozartJames gaffigan, conductorlise de la Salle, piano BSo DeBut BrahmS: Tragic overturemoZart: piano concerto no. 20Wagner: overture to The Flying

Dutchmanr. StrauSS: Death and

TransfigurationmuSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

WED., FEB. 22, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEellen cherry, singer-songwriterSee Feb. 1.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $12 (Stars price $10.80)

THURS., FEB. 23, 7:30PMMUSIC IN THE MANSIONNarek Hakhnazaryan, cello Noreen Cassidy-Polera, pianothis 23-year-old “produces a powerful and colorful sound in all registers” (The Washington Post). Witness musical magic in this performance of works by Stravinsky, grieg and Franck. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $30 (Stars price $27)Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village

THURS., FEB. 23, 8PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSHot 8 Brass Band New Orleans Dance Partynew orleans’ own hot 8 Brass Band infuses their performances with the funk and energy that makes new or-leans music loved around the world. an evening with the hot 8 is like no other...“first-rate” (The Village Voice).muSic center, concert halltickets $28 (Stars price $25.20)PLEASE NOTE: Orchestra and Orchestra Tier are General Admission for standing and dancing. The upper levels are assigned seating areas.

FRI., FEB. 24, DOORS 8PM, SHOW 9PMFRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTICJunkyard SaintsZydeco meets the mansion in a Fat tuesday party for the ages. read more on page 4.manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $10 (Stars price $9), $12 Door

FRI., FEB. 24, 8:15PMBALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAOff The Cuff Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony marin alsop, conductor marin alsop explores prokofiev’s tri-umphant Fifth Symphony. composed in 1944, as russia emerged from its darkest house of the war, the sym-phony symbolized a turning point in the spirit of his people. With the composer himself on the podium, the first performance in 1945 oc-curred just moments after red army soldiers crossed the river Vistula and entered nazi germany in triumph.muSic center, concert halltickets from $28 for most concerts

SAT., FEB. 25, 8PMSUN., FEB. 26, 2PM & 5PMCITYDANCE PRESENTSBlack Box Insider: Unveiling the Magiccome enjoy an exciting evening of dance created by cityDance faculty choreographers as well as new works by conservatory/select student choreographers.cityDance theater at Strathmore, StuDio 405tickets $10

SAT., FEB. 25, 8PMNATIONAL PHILHARMONICAll Bach Programpiotr gajewski, conductornurit Bar-Josef, violin David Whiteside, flute nicolette oppelt, flute mark hill, oboe chris gekker, trumpet Julie Keim, sopranomagdalena Wór, mezzo-sopranorobert Breault, tenorchristòpheren nomura, baritone Brandenburg concerto no. 2 in

F major Brandenburg concerto no. 4 in

g major magnificat in D major muSic center, concert halltickets from $32 (children 7–17 free) Join a free pre-concert lecture at 6:45pm in the concert hall.

SUN., FEB. 26, 7PMSTRATHMORE PRESENTSLily Tomlin muSic center, concert hallSolD out

WED., FEB. 29, 3PMSTRATHMORE EDUCATIONHistoric Home Toursguided tour illuminating the history, architecture and personal stories of the mansion at Strathmore. manSionFree (tickets required)

WED., FEB. 29, 7:30PMARTIST IN RESIDENCEConnaitre Miller, mentor, jazz vocalista long-time favorite instructor in Strathmore’s popular jazz workshops, connaitre miller also directs the award winning vocal jazz ensemble “afro Blue,” featured this season on nBc’s hit series The Sing-Off. She will perform a newly commissioned work and explore a a variety of jazz styles accompanied by a traditional rhythm section. manSion, Shapiro muSic roomtickets $15 (Stars price $13.50)

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Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras enjoys its 66th 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! 2012 concert DateS:Wed., March 14, 2012 7:30 Sun, May 20, 2012 3pm and 7pmFeaturing Khachaturian Violin concerto with competition winner!

tickets $20 adult $12 youthgroup discount rates available attenD Free maSter claSS collaBorationS With the BSo: Jan 14 Viola with BSO’s Karin Brown 5PM Feb 2 Trumpet with BSO’s Rene Hernandez 5PM

rehearSalS Wednesday evenings at the music center. call to observe (301) 581-5208mcyo alumni: please contact [email protected]. We want to hear an update from you!QueStionS? Visit www.mcyo.org or call (301) 581-5208 for more information.


SEE THE CHROnOLOGICAL CALEnDAR FOR DETAILED InFORMATIOn

Strathmore calenDar— By genre

AFTERnOOn TEAtueSDayS anD WeDneSDayS at 1pm, complete ScheDule on page 18

HOLIDAYSkaggs Family Christmas, Dec. 1

5 Browns Holiday Show, Dec. 2

BSO: Handel’s Messiah, Dec. 3

Dave Koz and Friends, Dec. 5

Jim Brickman, Dec. 7

BSO: Holiday Cirque de la Symphonie, Dec. 8

national Philharmonic, Handel’s Messiah, Dec. 10 & 11

Strathmore Family Sings, Dec. 11

Pink Martini, Dec. 12

The Capital Hearings, Dec. 14

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian nutcracker, Dec. 15 & 16

Lena Seikaly—Holiday Jazz Standards, Dec. 16

Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra, Dec. 18

Cathedral Choral Society: A Dickens Christmas, Dec. 20

The Pilgrim Music Trio, Dec. 21

The Washington Chorus: A Candlelight Christmas, Dec. 21

national Philharmonic: Holiday Celebration with Symphonic Brass, Dec. 22

Salute to Vienna, Jan. 2

BROADWAY/ AMERICAn SOnGBOOKEthel Merman’s Broadway starring Rita McKenzie, Jan. 21

Brian Stokes Mitchell Sings Ellington American Songbook, FeB. 17

CHILDREn/FAMILYChildren’s Talk & Tour, Dec. 10, Jan. 21

Homemade Glass for Kids, Dec. 10

Strathmore Family Sings, Dec. 11

Discover Strathmore, FeB. 20

Children’s Home Historic Tour, FeB. 11

CLASSES/EDuCATIOnPolymer Clay Earrings, Dec. 2

Silk Painting, Dec. 5

Handmade Glass, Dec. 8 & 9

Historic Home Tours, Dec. 9, Jan. 25, FeB. 29

Vocal Jazz Intensive, Dec. 10

Art Talk, Dec. 10, Jan. 21,

Fun with Felting, Dec. 17

Metal Jewelry, Dec. 19

national Philharmonic: Master Class with Zuill Bailey, Jan. 6

So You Think You Can’t Sing, Jan. 16-FeB. 6

Levine: Master Class with Imani Winds, Jan. 24

Levine: Master Class with Adam Ben-David, Jan. 27

Arts and the Brain: The Mature Amateur, FeB. 2

“The Duke” FeB. 13

Levine: Channeling Duke Ellington, FeB. 17

national Philharmonic: Master Class with Brain Ganz, piano, FeB. 3

CityDance: Spring Session Begins, FeB. 6

Levine: Spring Semester Begins, FeB. 6

CLASSICALMCYO: Dazzling December Concerts, Dec. 4

Wendy Richman, viola, Dec. 8

national Philharmonic: Bach’s unaccompanied Cello Suites, Zuill Bailey, cello, Jan. 7

Levine School of Music: The Romantic Impact, Magdalina Melkonyan, piano, Jan. 7

national Philharmonic: Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart, Jan. 7

BSO: Itzhak Perlman, Jan. 14

BSO: Off the Cuff—Also sprach Zarathustra!, Jan. 20

Imani Winds, Jan. 26

Swedish national Youth Orchestra, Jan. 27

BSO: LIFE: A Journey Through Time, Jan. 28

Clancy newman, cello & noreen Cassidy-Polera, piano, Jan. 29

Levine: Cogen Concerto Competition, Jan. 29

WPAS: Simone Dinnerstein, piano, Jan. 29

BSO: Bach’s Brandenburg, FeB. 2

national Philharmonic: All Tchaikovsky Program, FeB. 4 & 5

St. Olaf Choir, FeB. 6

national Philharmonic: Brian Ganz Chopin Project, FeB. 11

WPAS: Leif Ove Andsnes, piano, FeB. 12

WPAS: Emerson String Quartet, Wu Han, piano, FeB. 15

BSO: The Genius of Mozart, FeB. 16

narek Hakhnazaryan, cello & noreen Cassidy-Polera, piano, FeB. 23

BSO: Off the Cuff—Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony, FeB. 24

DAnCECityDance: Pheasants, Dec. 2 & 3

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian nutcracker, Dec. 15 & 16

JAZZ/BLuES/GOSPELJenny Lin, piano, Dec. 1

Dave Bass, Dec. 7

Ramsey Lewis, Dec. 9

Dan Tepfer, piano, Dec. 15

Bruce Swaim Quartet, Jan. 12

Oli Brown Band, Jan. 20

Ellington Standards: Chris Vadala Trio, FeB. 3

Mostly Ellington: Robert Glasper, piano, FeB. 16

Big Band Ellington, FeB. 18

Ellington: A Sacred Concert, FeB. 19

Hot 8 Brass Band, FeB. 23

Connaitre Miller, FeB. 29

BLuEGRASS/FOLK/WORLDJayme Stone, Jan. 13

Chinese new Year Gala, Jan. 22

Yasmin Levy, FeB. 14

Junkyard Saints, FeB. 24

FInE ARTFine Art in Miniatures, through Dec. 30

Modern Ironwork, through Dec. 30

Stepping Over the Line, Jan. 7–FeB. 4

You Art What You Eat, FeB. 11–mar. 17

POP/ROCK/FunK/R&B/HIP-HOPBSO SuperPops: Jack Everly and the Brothers Grimm, Jan. 5

Jay Hayden, Jan. 11 & 25

Stephanie Mills, Jan. 13

Bryan Adams, Jan. 23

The nine, Jan. 27

ellen cherry, FeB. 1 & 22

Educated Consumers, FeB. 3

BSO SuperPops: A BSO Valentine, FeB. 9

The Grey Area and the Bam Bams, FeB. 10

SPEAKERS/COMEDYTerry Gross, FeB. 3

Lily Tomlin, FeB. 26

FESTIVALSDiscover Strathmore, FeB. 20

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take medieval ladino music, add lively andalusian flamenco and the plaintive melodies of the turkish, egyptian and arab traditions and fasten your seat-belt, because yasmin levy wants to take you along on a musical journey.

“i want people to travel with me,” says levy, whose Valentine’s Day show at the music center features darbuka, oudoud, violin, cello and piano—and special guest omar Faruk tekbilek, the Sufi flautist. “i like to take musicians from so many countries, and say, ‘Bring your talent, your traditions! Share your world with me, and make my world bigger.”

levy’s world is perhaps best reflected in her latest album, Sentir, which the Sunday Times (uK) calls “her most mesmerizing accomplishment so far.” levy herself calls Sentir “magical,” and says that it reflects the distinctive, emotive, uplifting feel of her concert.

“it’s a kind of celebration. a part of it is sadness, this music that touches people’s hearts…it’s about life, about love; it’s romantic. i bring the journey, and we can travel the world by music.”

levy’s own musical journey started at home. the Jerusalem native is the daughter of the renowned Sephardic (or Judeo-Spanish) composer-cantor-

scholar yitzhak levy and his wife, and she grew up learning ladino music in her mother’s kitchen. levy says she always thought of singing as some-thing to be treasured in private.

“my father said, ‘i want my kids to have a normal life, a ‘real’ profession,’” she says, noting that her mother gave up a promising singing career to be a wife and mom. “and i tried, but i realized i was deceiving myself.”

the realization began in Spain’s andalusia region, where levy traveled as 17-year-old to stay with family friends and learn Spanish. there, with a little encouragement, levy started singing out all the music she’d grown up with—her mother’s music and her father’s, too.

“this opened a window in my life,” she explains. “i don’t know how to be just yasmin, because i am a singer, i’m a musician: i can’t stop singing.”

What levy does, though, is more than just sing. her music is romantic and bold, and it takes in multiple cultures, genres and centuries, fusing tra-dition and innovation and bringing the world to her audience. She speaks more than five languag-es, yes, but levy sings with the heart.

“i bring the music,” she says, “and the music speaks for itself.”

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touches people’s hearts…it’s about life, about love; it’s romantic. I bring the journey, and we can

travel the world by music.”~ yasmin levy


thank you, Donors & Supporters!

Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc. Board Members

EXECuTIVE COMMITTEEnancy e. hardwickChairWilliam g. “Bill” robertsonVice ChairJerome W. Breslow, esq.Secretary and ParliamentarianDale S. rosenthalTreasurerSolomon grahamAt-LargeDickie S. carterAt-Large

BOARD OF DIRECTORSJoseph F. Beach, ex officiorobert g. Brewer, Jr., esq.hope B. eastman, esq.Starr g. ezrahon. nancy Floreen, ex officiothomas h. grahampaul l. hatchettDianne KayDelia K. “Dede” langcarolyn p. leonardhon. laurence levitanJames F. mannarinoJ. alberto martinez, mDcaroline huang mclaughlinthomas a. natelliKenneth o’BrienDerionne p. pollardDonna rattley Washingtongabriel romero, aiaWendy J. Susswein, ex officiocarol a. trawickregina Brady “ginny” VasanJames S. Whang

DonorsStrathmore thanks the individuals and organizations who have made contributions between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011. their support of at least $500 enables us to continue to offer the affordable, accessible, quality programming that has become our hallmark.

$250,000+arts and humanities council of

montgomery countymaryland State arts councilpost-newsweek media, inc.

(includes in-kind)carol trawick

$100,000+carolyn and Jeffrey leonardlockheed martin corporation

$50,000+Booz allen hamiltonelizabeth culpDelia and marvin langthe morris and gwendolyn cafritz

Foundation

$25,000+alban inspections, inc.pamela and morris Brown, Jr.yanqiu he and Kenneth o’Brienlaura hendersonnational endowment for the artspga tour, inc.pnc Financial Services groupSymphony park llc

$15,000+anthony m. natelli Foundationasbury methodist VillageFidelity investmentsgeico philanthropic Foundation giant Foodnancy hardwickhoward and geraldine polinger

Family Foundationconstance lohse and robert

Brewermarpat FoundationKatharine and John pan

$10,000+adventist health careBank of americaJonita and richard S. carterchevy chase Bank, a division of

capital one, n.a.

clark construction group, llccomcasteagleBankelizabeth and peter Forsterglenstone FoundationDorothy and Sol grahameffie and John macklinthe max and Victoria Dreyfus

Foundation, inc.montgomery county Department

of economic DevelopmentJanine and phillip o’BrienpepcoS & r technology holdings llcann and Jim SimpsonDeborah and leon Sneadannie and Sami totahmeredith Weiser and michael

rosenbaumhailin and James Whangpaul and peggy young, noVa

research company

$5,000+Susan and Brian Baylymary and greg Bruchmargaret and James conleyDebbie Driesman and Frank islamellen and michael goldlana halpernJulie and John hamreliz and Joel helkeigersheim Family Foundationthe John Ben Snow memorial

trustlerch, early & Brewer, charteredJ. alberto martinez caroline and John patrick

mclaughlin mid atlantic arts FoundationDella and William robertsonlorraine and Barry rogstadJohn Sherman, in memory of

Deane Shermanronald Westlien and S. Bing yaoellen and Bernard young

$2,500+anonymouslouise appellBarbara BensonForee and a.g.W. Biddleashley and chris BoamKaren BruggeFrances and leonard Burkapeter yale chenalison cole and Jan petersoncarin and Bruce cooper

Dallas morse coors Foundation for the performing arts

carolyn Degroothope eastmanStarr and Fred ezramichelle Feagin carolyn goldman and

Sydney polakoffmarla grossman and

eric Steinmillerarlene and robert hillersoncheryl and richard hoffmancarlos horcasitasalexine and aaron Jacksonlucy Jackson-campbellDianne Kayrosalie Kessler and Steve Katzkipeter S. Kimmel, in memory of

martin S. Kimmelteri hanna Knowles and

John m. Knowlesgrace and David leeJudie and harry linowesJill and Jim liptonSharon and David lockwoodJanet l. mahaneyDelores maloneypatricia and roscoe mooreKatherine and William parsonscharlotte and charles perretmindy and charles postallaura pruittgerald raine (Deceased)Dale rosenthal elaine and Stuart rothenbergJanet and michael rowanphyllis and Ken Schwartztanya and Stephen SpanoJane and richard Stokerrichard tanzillopeter Vance treibleynancy VoorheesSusan Wellmananne Witkowsky and John Barker

$1,000+anonymousabbey alpernJudy and Joseph antonucciDena Baker and terry JacobsSheila and Kenneth BermanBethesda magazineJulia and Stuart Blochharriet and Jerome Breslowcarol and Scott BrewerVicki Britt and robert SelzerBeverly Burkehalinah rizzo-Busack and

James Busack


lucie and guy campbelleleanor and oscar caroglanianallen clarkelana and David cohencaroline and Jack Daggittnancy DaviesFederal realty investment trustSusan and howard FeibusSenator Jennie Forehand and

William e. Forehand, Jr. noreen and michael FriedmanSuzanne and mark Friisnancy Frohman and

James latorregreene-milstein Family

FoundationJoan and norman gurevichlinda and John hansonSara and James harrismonica Jeffries hazangeles and

John peter hazangelesJill herscot and andrew BartleyWilma and arthur holmes, Jr.eileen horan linda and i. robert horowitzlinda and Van hubbardJames hubert Blake high SchoolVicki hawkins-Jones and michael

JonesJoan JordanoBridget and Joseph Judgerenee Korda and mark olsonineke and peter Kreegercarole and robert KurmanSusan and gary labovichmarvin lawrencelerner enterprisesBarbara and laurence levitanDiana locke and robert toensenancy and Dan longom&t BankJacqueline and J. thomas mangerJanice mccallVirginia and robert mccloskeyJesse millerlissa muscatine and

Bradley grahamSusan nordeenKaren o’connell and tim martinspabst Brewing companygloria paul and robert atlasSusan and Bryan penfieldcynthia and eliot pfanstiehlrestaurant associates at

Strathmorereznick groupJane and paul ricetasneem robin-Bhattirodgers consultinggabriel romeroKaren rosenthal and m.

alexander StiffmanKatherine rumbaughcarol Salzman and michael manngeorge Schuestelle Schwalb

mary Kay Shartle-galotto and Jack galotto

roberta and lawrence Shulmanann and Sanford Stassmerle and Steven SteinerWendy and Donald Sussweinheather VanKeurenJerry WeastJudith WelchJudy Whalley and henry ottoJennifer Whitlow

$500+anonymousFran abramsJudy and michael ackermanFrances albergomary Kay and Dave almylisa and marvin aushermaneric BaileySue Baldwin and ron SussmanKathryn BarclayKatherine Bentmichelle and lester BorodinskyJohn caldwelltrish and timothy carricoKathy and c. Bennett chamberlinKaren and William Dahutrenata and David DentonDavid DiseJudy Douglasembassy of austriaWinifred and anthony Fitzpatrickgail Fledermarlies and Karl Flickernancy Floreen and David StewartJohn FlukeJoanne FortVictor Frattalimarilyn and William Funderburkpamela gates and robert Schultzlinda and greg FuortesJuan gaddisJane godfreyJoshua groveguardian realty management, inc.gerri hall and David nickelscarol and larry hornrandy hostetler living room FundBootsie and David humenanskyZorina and John Keiserhenrietta and christopher KellerDeloise and lewis KellertDavid KesslerJoyce pascal-Kilgore and

James Kilgoremarisabel Kubiakcatherine and isiah leggettBertie and howard lehrerphyllis and ira liebermanada linowesDorothy linowesBrenda loubeSusan and eric lusenancy mcginnesslisa mcKillop

Steven meyermanny millerterry murrayVictoria and roy muthBob mutschlerlinda neemargie pearson and richard lamplpotomac Valley alumnae chapter,

Delta Sigma theta SororityWilliam rawn associates

architects, inc.margaret and lawrence roffeeSandy Spring Builders, inc.melissa Santos and mark richardschristine Schreve and

thomas Bowersoxalison Serino and Brian

BaczkowskiDonald Simondscora and murray Simpsonharry Stormmary talarico and michael

Sundermeyermarilyn and mark tenenbaummarion and Dennis torchiatrade center management

associates, llcmyra turoff and Kenneth Weineranne and James tysonKevin Vigilanteneil WeidenhammerJean and robert WirthJ. lynn Westergaardirene and alan WurtzelSusan and Jack yanovski

Con Brio Society Securing the future of Strathmore through a planned gift.

louise appell John cahill Jonita and richard S. carterirene cooperman trudie cushing and neil Beskin yanqiu he and Kenneth o’Brien John and Julie hamreVivian and peter hsueh tina and art lazerowDiana locke and robert toenseJanet l. mahaney carol and alan mowbray Barbara and David ronishenry Schalizki and robert Davis

(deceased)phyllis and Ken Schwartzannie Simonian totah and Sami

totahmaryellen trautman and Darrell

lemke carol trawick peter Vance treibley myra turoff and Kenneth WeinerJulie Zignego

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Hope B. Eastman, Esq. paley, rothman, goldstein, rosenberg, eig & cooper, chtd.

James S. Whangaeplog, inc.

Hon. Laurence Levitanrifkin, livingston, levitan and Silver, llc

Thomas A. natelli natelli communities, l.p.

DeRionne P. Pollard montgomery college

Donna Rattley Washington comcast

Regina Brady Vasanlockheed martin


a warm and welcoming cup of fragrant steaming cheer; a measure of me-time on a fast-paced day; a special place to reconnect with friends or celebrate with loved ones. make winter tea at Strathmore the bright spot in your day.

Winter teas

AFTERnOOn TEA SCHEDuLE

DECEMBER 3 Specialty tea: mrs. claus tea 10am and 12:30pm seating (no musicians—reading with mrs. claus) 6 Sue richards, harp 7 Becky Dukes, piano 12 Susan Bour, flute and phil Bour, guitar 13 Fran hrastar, piano 14 carol rose Duane 15 octtava piano Duo - hsien-ann meng & Wei-Der huang 20 John Dassoulas, piano 21 Jo morrison, celtic harp 22 meg Baker, harp and piano 26 no tea 27 no tea 28 no tea

JAnuARY 3 no tea 4 no tea

10 noreen Friedman, flute and Bob Wysong, guitar 11 Susan Bour, flute and phil Bour, guitar 17 Sue richards, harp 18 Specialty tea: Scottish tea Jo morrison, celtic harp 24 Karen ashbrook, wooden flute and elizabeth Benforado, piano 25 ellen tannenbaum, piano 31 norman Katz, piano

FEBRuARY 1 Susan Bour, flute and phil Bour, guitar 7 Fran hrastar, piano 8 rosalind Breslow, piano 14 Specialty tea: Valentine’s tea Becky Dukes, piano 15 John Dassoulas, piano 21 Karen ashbrook, hammered dulcimer and paul oorts, accordion and harp guitar 22 lilly chang, piano 28 paul Bangser, guitar

SPECIALTY TEAS

Mrs. Claus TeaSATuRDAY, DECEMBER 3, 10AM & 12:30PMcreate sweet memories to savor—celebrate with your little ones ages 4 and up at this special chil-dren’s tea. there will be two seating for the mrs. claus tea, 10:00am & 12:30pm. a delightful child-friendly menu, story time with mrs. claus and—shhhhh!—a surprise appearance from Santa!

Scottish TeaWEDnESDAY, JAnuARY 18, 1PMhold onto your haggis! our Scottish tea celebrates the birthday of robert Burns (January 25, 1759–July 21, 1796). the national poet of Scotland—and au-thor of Auld Lang Syne—is one of that country’s most beloved historic and literary legends, and his birthday is an occasion of merriment known as “Burns night.” Start the festivities early with a tasty highland menu and lively Scottish music by Jo morrison.

Valentine’s TeaTuESDAY, FEBRuARY 14, 1PMnothing’s sweeter than spending time with your sweetheart, and our romantic Valentine’s Day tea is the perfect relaxing getaway. Savor warm tea, sweet music and a light heartwarming menu with some-one you care for, whether it’s a dear friend, a special family member, a first date or a true love.

Teas are popular and always fill well in advance. Make your plans to join us today!

teaS Begin in the manSion at 1pm$23 (Stars price $20.70)$28 for Specialty teas (Stars price $25.20)pre-paid, non-refundable reservations required, call (301) 581-5108.

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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

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. 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.

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

general inFormation

orDer noW!www.strathmore.org (301) 581-5100TICKET OFFICE 5301 tuckerman lane, north Bethesda, mD m/tu/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

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.

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 or credit card payment of $4.75 is required monday–Friday.

For Mansion concerts, exhibitions and events: Free parking is available in the mansion lot on a space-available basis. 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 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 SCHEDuLESun., Dec., 25–Mon., Dec. 26campus closedSat., Dec. 3–Sun., Jan. 1 campus closedMon., Jan. 2 campus closed except the performance Salute to Vienna in the music center.

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. 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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