Daraja Ensemble: American Inspired
Daraja performs uniquely original works by American composers that reflect the spirit of our culture: individualistic expression, diversity and cultural assimilation.
Daraja performs uniquely original works by American composers that reflect the spirit of our culture: individualistic expression, diversity and cultural assimilation.
Daraja has the distinct honor to share the stage with faculty member Rita Sloan for Poulenc’s Sextet for Piano and Winds. Also featured on the program are a fascinating but rather unknown quintet by the 20th-century Norwegian composer Johan Kvandal, a transcription of a Bach Sinfonia in b minor from his Cantata BWV 209 “Non sa che sia dolore,” and the final quintet of Franzi Danzi, Op. 68 no.3 in d minor.
Maryland Day has become one of the most popular annual events in the region as the University of Maryland opens up its campus offering more than 400 free events. Throughout Maryland’s 1,250-acre campus, visitors can take tours, explore exhibits and attend demonstrations. The Clarice's stages, studios and shops host interactive, participatory arts events for the entire family and for prospective students. Come find out why UMD and The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center are increasingly known as a place of innovation, creativity and social change.
The University of Maryland Repertoire Orchestra is a unique all-campus orchestra that is open to music majors, non-music majors and members of the University of Maryland community. Led by graduate conducting students at UMD, the orchestra prides itself on a wide range of projects, collaborations and repertoire.
This concert showcases exceptional ensembles from the UMD School of Music’s chamber music program, as selected by faculty.
The University Band and Community Band share an evening of traditional and contemporary wind band music. Conducted by UMD alumnus Bill Sturgis, and UMD Assistant Director of Bands, Eli R. Osterloh, this concert will be an exciting evening for the whole family! Children and adults who are thinking of starting to play an instrument are sure to be inspired.
For 41 years and running, the Annual Pops Concert has been a big hit with audiences. We guarantee you will walk out humming more than one tune from this lighter fare of great classic music.
TEMPO, the graduate student-led new music ensemble at UMD, presents a wide variety of recent works that use the human voice in fresh and creative ways.
A casual preview of the Maryland Opera Studio’s Scene Study Performances in the Clarice Smith Center’s expansive Grand Pavilion.