How are you building the future of the arts? April 2, 2016
Express yourself. April 2, 2016
Saxophone Symposium
Join the University of Maryland Saxophone Studios for a night of saxophone repertoire. Both the Jazz and Classical saxophone studios will be presenting a concert of exciting works spanning a wide range of genres.
Cello Masterclass with Darrett Adkins
Cellist Darrett Adkins coaches UMD cello students on their solo and chamber repertoire. Adkins has appeared as soloist with the Tokyo Philharmonic, Tochio Soloisten, National Symphony of Brazil, Suwon Philharmonic, and the New Hampshire, North Carolina, Greenwich, and Monadnock Music Festival orchestras. Adkins joined Juilliard faculty in 2002 and the Oberlin Conservatory faculty in 2003.
Express yourself. April 1, 2016
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Pre-Concert Lecture: Music Nationalism in World War 1
One of the causes of World War I was nationalism, which was a growing force at the turn of the twentieth century. During this time, nationalism was also present in classical music, and composers often quoted folk or popular tunes. In this pre-concert lecture, we will explore some of the popular tunes that are used in the program and examine how music can be nationalistic.
National Festival Orchestra: French Horn Masterclass with William VerMeulen
William VerMeulen, Principal Horn of the Houston Symphony, leads a masterclass with musicians from the National Orchestral Institute. Get an insider's view on the training each NOI musician receives during their time at the festival.
NextNOW Fest 2016: Idea Submission Form
Be Steadwell (NextNOW Fest 2015) photo by Dylan Singleton
Do you have an existing project or an idea for an experience that you think would be great for NextNOW Fest? Do you know about an exciting and interesting alumnus or local artist that we should check out? Are you excited about the NextNOW Fest and want to participate in its planning and execution?
We are seeking ideas for performances, activities, visual arts and food experiences to offer at NextNOW Fest 2016.
Deadline extended: Apply by Friday, May 26, 2016!