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SUMMARY:Free Family Concert: Clap\, Clap\, Stomp!
DESCRIPTION:The NHSO’s Free Family Series features exciting programs designed to delight children ages 3-8 and their families. These free\, interactive concerts will take place at kid-friendly venues across southern Connecticut\, creating a magical introduction to live music\, storytelling\, and education for young audiences. \n“Clap\, Clap\, Stomp!” will feature lively concerts by fiddler Austin Scelzo and vocalist Charlie Widmer from the Bluegrass band On The Trail. They will also include banjo soloist as well as NHSO musician Sam Bobinski on bass. Entering the world of Bluegrass\, kids will dance along to upbeat songs and explore the music and scenery of Appalachia with eye-catching visuals. \nRegistration may be required. Click here to register with the Ansonia Library. \n\nAbout the Guest Artists \nIn 2023 fiddler Austin Scelzo was named Connecticut Arts Hero by the state of Connecticut. Most recently\, he won the 2025 Momentum Industry Involvement Award from the International Bluegrass Music Association. His Bluegrass journey began with the Western CT based group the “Angry O’Haras\,” then later “On the Trail\,” with which he recorded fiddle and vocals. He also performs and records with the “Rock Hearts\,” a traditional Bluegrass group. In addition\, he teaches Wernick Method Jam classes and launched the Connecticut Bluegrass Music Association. \n  \nCharlie Widmer is a multi-genre singer\, songwriter\, actor\, guitarist\, arranger\, and producer based in Connecticut. He received his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Western Connecticut State University in 2016. That same year he sang on television in Switzerland’s version of AGT\, Die grössten Schweizer Talente. His singing credits include performances with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra\, Opera Theater of Connecticut\, and many others in both musical theater and opera alike. He is also lead singer in “Sub-Urban” and a singer/guitarist in “On the Trail.” He is currently represented for theater\, television and film by Professional Artists Agency in NYC. \n\nThe Family Concerts are sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development\, Office of the Arts; Elizabeth Carse Foundation; and the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club.
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/free-family-concert-clap-ansonia/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
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SUMMARY:Free Family Concert: Anansi the Spider
DESCRIPTION:The NHSO’s Free Family Series features exciting programs designed to delight children ages 3-8 and their families. These free\, interactive concerts will take place at kid-friendly venues across southern Connecticut between February – April\, creating a magical introduction to live music\, storytelling\, and education for young audiences. \nDiscover the beloved African folktale of Anansi the Spider through an interactive jazz fusion experience. Featuring original music by New Haven composer Tyler Goldchain and dynamic storytelling by artist and educator Isaac Bloodworth\, this program will bring together an incredible ensemble of composer Tyler Goldchain (keys/guitar)\, Jazz Haven artists Kenny Georges (saxophone) and Jesse Hameen\, II (drums)\, and NHSO musician Chris Johnson (bass). \nChildren will be captivated by the vibrant story of Anansi\, brought to life through live music\, narration\, visual art\, and playful audience participation. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register for free for this event. \n\nThis concert is presented as part of Connecticut Orchestra Month\, a statewide celebration of the vibrant orchestral scene across Connecticut. CT Orchestras play nearly 300 concerts each year for more than 185\,000 people\, including 45\,000 students! This March\, new and returning audience members can experience and enjoy concerts all month long. Learn more and view the concert calendar at CTOrchestraMonth.org. 
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/free-family-concert-anansi-the-spider-ansonia/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
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SUMMARY:Free Family Concert: New Orleans Summer Swing
DESCRIPTION:Perfect for ages 3-9\, this free family concert will explore the jazz music\, traditions\, and stories of New Orleans! \nThe 45-minute jazz jam will include such classics as “The Saints Go Marching In\,” “Tin Roof Blues\,” and “That’s a Plenty\,” and will feature NHSO Trumpeters Ken Tedeschi and Mike Flynn\, Hornist Kyle Hoyt\, Trombonist Scott Cranston\, and Tubist Alex Friedman. \nThe program includes a Second Line march and an interactive reading of the children’s book Trombone Shorty by performer and artist Issac Bloodworth. \nRegistration is required. Register and learn more at AnsoniaLibrary.org.  \nQuestions? Email Engagement@NewHavenSymphony.org or call (203)865-0831. \n\nAbout the Guest Artist \nIsaac Bloodworth is a Black artist and performer born and raised right in New Haven. Bloodworth paints murals all around New Haven and has been commissioned by Citywide Youth Coalition and the City of New Haven’s Department of Arts and Culture to have his art displayed publicly across the city. His pieces and his history with puppet performances work to inspire the youth within the Black community to feel confident in themselves and to be seen for their lived experiences through art in their environment. \n\nThe Family Concerts are sponsored by The Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts; the Katharine Matthies Foundation; Pitney Bowes; Middletown Commission on the Arts; the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club; and the American Savings Foundation.
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/free-family-concert-new-orleans-summer-swing-5/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
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SUMMARY:Free Family Concert: Year of the Dragon
DESCRIPTION:Perfect for ages 3-7\, this free family concert will explore the music and stories of the Chinese Zodiac and celebrate 2024’s Year of the Dragon! \nOn this 50-minute program\, international erhu virtuoso Dr. Chia-Yu Joy Lu of Wesleyan University will play alongside a NHSO violinist Stephanie Hug and NHSO pianist William Braun. The erhu is a two-stringed instrument played with a bow that is not only popular in China\, but in East Asian countries that are influenced by Chinese culture. \nThe concert’s music will include Two Tigers\, Thunder in a Drought\, Joy & Happiness\, Grasshopper Tricks the Rooster\, Beautiful Flowers and Full Moon\, and more. While the music plays\, a Chinese calligraphy artist will simultaneously hand-draw characters on a screen and families will have the opportunity to practice writing the characters in provided program books. \nRegistration is required for this event. Please click here to register.  \n\nAbout the Guest Artist \nBorn and raised in Taiwan\, Dr. Joy Lu has studied erhu since her childhood and was awarded several prizes in erhu and zhonghu (alto erhu) performances. She is a musician\, researcher\, ensemble director\, conductor\, music teacher\, and language educator\, holding a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from Wesleyan University\, an M.A. in Ethnomusicology from the University of Sheffield\, U.K.\, and a B.F.A. in erhu performance and music education from National Taiwan Normal University\, Taiwan. She has published a music textbook (Music Textbook for Vocational High School\, 2006\, Kuang Mau Books Co.\, LTD)\, erhu music scores\, and erhu music albums that have been distributed in Taiwan and China. She has appeared in Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center\, Yale University\, and Boston College\, and has been directing Wesleyan Chinese Music Ensemble for over a decade. In 2020\, she helped to establish the Smith College Chinese Music Ensemble and has served as its music director since then. \n\nConcert Sponsor
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/family-dragon-ansonia-24/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
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SUMMARY:Creating Musical Readers: Lon Po Po
DESCRIPTION:The Ansonia Public Library hosts “Creating Musical Readers\,” a series where an NHSO Musician reads a story and incorporates their instrument into the storytelling. \nThis program will feature the sounds of the violin as violinist Anna Leunis reads and performs with the book Lon Po Po by Ed Young. \n\nLearn more through the Ansonia Library website: \n\n\nVisit Ansonia Public Library Website
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/lon-po-po-may23-ansonia/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
CATEGORIES:Partner Series,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Creating Musical Readers: Ralph’s Secret Weapon
DESCRIPTION:The Ansonia Public Library hosts “Creating Musical Readers\,” a series where an NHSO Musician reads a story and incorporates their instrument into the storytelling. \nThis program will feature the sounds of the bassoon as Principal Bassoonist Remy Taghavi reads and performs with the book Ralph’s Secret Weapon by Steven Kellogg. \n\nLearn more through the Ansonia Library website: \n\n\nVisit Ansonia Public Library Website
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/ralph-secret-weapon-apr23-ansonia/
LOCATION:Ansonia Library\, 53 South Cliff Street\, Ansonia\, 06401
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