ST RAT H MOR E

Beyond Performance: Learn, Explore, Enjoy!
STRATHMORE EDUCATION
Classic Conversations with
Miles Hoffman
Expand your knowledge
of the evolution of classical
music in this fascinating
series of lectures by NPR’s
Miles Hoffman, music
Miles Hoffman commentator for “Morning
Edition.” You’ll explore musical ideals from
the Baroque to the Romantic periods,
and gain new insights to enhance your
enjoyment of performances.
WEDNESDAYS, 7:30–9PM:
OCTOBER 10, 2007—High Voices: The
Baroque Begins and the Violin Rises
NOVEMBER 28, 2007—From Quills to
Hammers: The Classical Period and the
Reign of the Piano
MARCH 12, 2008—Favorable Breezes:
The Wind Instruments and the Expansion
of the Orchestra
MANSION/CONFERENCE ROOM
(CLASS LIMIT 20)
SERIES PRICE $60
Broadway Behind the Scenes
Enjoy three days of activities leading up to a
great evening of song! On Wednesday,
April 2, 2008 you’ll board a bus to the
Kennedy Center for lunch and a backstage
tour with Kennedy Center President Michael
Kaiser; Thursday, April 3, come to Strathmore
for John Eaton’s lecture/concert “The
Wonderful Wizard of Song—the music of
Harold Arlen;” Friday, April 4, hear a morning
session on theater choreography with
CityDance Ensemble, and then take your
seat for a dazzling evening concert with
Broadway’s hottest leading man, Brian
Stokes Mitchell.
SERIES PRICE $195
Only 50 tickets will be sold to this very
special series of events—order now.
Complete information on times and
programs will be sent to you.
Lend Me Your Ear
Pre-Performance Lectures
Davey Yarborough
Learn about the history,
evolution, and creative
process behind the
Strathmore Presents
concert you’re about
to attend—you’ll be
amazed at how these
pre-concert lectures will
enhance your enjoyment
of these and future
performances!
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2007—Panel
discussion with Opera Lafayette
Conductor Ryan Brown and New York
Baroque Dance Company Artistic Director
Catherine Turocy
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2008—Jazz
saxophonist and educator Davey
Yarborough on the Monterey Jazz
Festival 50th Anniversary Tour
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2008—Philadanco Founder
and Artistic Director Joan Myers Brown
MUSIC CENTER CONCERT HALL,
6:30–7:15PM
TICKETS $5 PER PERSON, PER EVENT
Members Attend Free—see the order form
for information on Strathmore Membership
benefits!
So You Think You Can’t Sing
Love to sing, but wouldn’t dare do it in
public This is the class for you! Gisèle
Becker, the conductor of the Cantate
Chamber Singers, will show unsure singersin-waiting
how to blend their voices in
ensemble singing.
THURSDAYS, JANUARY 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2008,
7:30–9PM
MUSIC CENTER ROOM 402
SERIES PRICE $120
SAVE THE DATE
for these celebrations that
support Strathmore Education
and Community Programs
Wine, Women & Song!
Join us for this lively evening of fun and
music. Culinary delights, distinctive wines,
and performances by our artists in
residence are sure to please all. A live
auction and other opportunities to support
Strathmore will round out the evening.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2007, 6:30 PM
At the Jim and Carol Trawick Terrace
and Lockheed Martin Lobby.
Invitations will be mailed late July.
RSVP date is August 24, 2007.
Tickets are $125 per person and may be
purchased online at www.strathmore.org
or by telephoning 301-581-5128.
Annual Spring Gala
The highlight of the Strathmore season!
SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2008
Invitations will be mailed in March, 2008.
Dates, times, programs and classes subject to change.
Order now by mail, fax, phone or online. www.strathmore.org 301-581-5100
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