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SUMMARY:Creating Musical Readers: The Polar Express
DESCRIPTION:A Free NHSO “Creating Musical Readers” Holiday Program! \nJoin NHSO violinist Gregory Tompkins as he reads The Polar Express and brings the story to life with music on his violin. Enjoy pizza and snacks after the program! \nNo registration necessary for this free event. \nAbout Creating Musical Readers\nLiteracy and music combine in Creating Musical Readers\, designed for Pre K – 2nd graders! NHSO musicians bring musical stories to life as they read to students and their instruments become part of the story.  A great way to learn about the instruments of the orchestra!
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/creating-musical-readers-the-polar-express/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Holiday Events
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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. \n\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). \n\n\nChildren will be captivated by the vibrant story of Anansi\, brought to life through live music\, narration\, visual art\, and playful audience participation. \n\nThis concert is sponsored by the International Association of New Haven and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development.
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/free-family-concert-anansi-the-spider-newhaven-stetson/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:UnSung Heroes: The Music of Jazz in New Haven Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Renaissance Rhythms: From Harlem to New Haven\nIn partnership with local Cultural Activists and Curators Sha McAllister\, Zanaiya Léon\, and Juanita Sunday\, New Haven celebrates the vibrancy and social impact of the Harlem and New Haven Renaissances. Learn more about these cultural movements\, their historical impact\, and the Black artists that led the way through a series of free events around New Haven\, all culminating with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra’s Harlem Renaissance: Orchestral Voices concert on Saturday\, April 13 at Southern CT State University. Click Here to View All Events in this Series.  \n\nFilm Screening: Unsung Heroes: The Music of Jazz in New Haven \nJoin us for a Film Screening and community talkback discussion of Jazz Haven’s Unsung Heroes\, a documentary that depicts the fantastic jazz scene in New Haven from the Harlem Renaissance period through World War II. Talkback panelists include IfeMichelle Gardin\, Founder and Executive Director of KulturallyLIT. \nThis event is free Admission. The film run-time is one hour. \nClick Here to Register\n\nSupport for this event is provided by CT Humanities. 
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/unsungheroes24/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:Who were Florence Price\, Margaret Bonds & Helen Hagan?
DESCRIPTION:RADIANT VOICES: New Haven Celebrates Composers Florence Price\, Margaret Bonds & Helen Hagan\nNew Haven celebrates the musical brilliance and social impact of three exemplary Black\, American women composers of the 20th Century: Florence Price\, Margaret Bonds\, and New Haven’s own Helen Hagan. Experience and learn more about their stories\, music\, and impact at free events around New Haven\, all culminating with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra’s concert on Friday\, May 12 at Southern CT State University.  \n\nWho were Florence Price\, Margaret Bonds & Helen Hagan?\nSoprano and scholar Dr. Lisa Williamson partners with New Haven Symphony Orchestra musicians Tiffany Wee\, Marika Basagoitia\, Jennifer Quián-López\, Rebecca Patterson\, and William Braun to perform and discuss Florence Price’s String Quartet No. 2\, Margaret Bonds’s vocal music\, and Helen Hagan’s newly discovered song titled “Eternity.”Catering provided by Ricky D’s. 
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/who-were-florence-price-margaret-bonds-helen-hagan/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:Free Fall Family Fun Concerts
DESCRIPTION: Join the New Haven Symphony Orchestra String Quintet and singer/host Charlie Widmer as we explore Harvest/Autumn music from around the world. This 45-minute program is interactive and perfect for wiggly\, enthusiastic audience members. NHSO Family Concerts are fun\, interactive\, and designed for children ages 3-9. FREE for the whole family! \nThis performance on October 29 will be part of the Stetson Library Harvest Festival. Enjoy music\, crafts\, and goody bag giveaways. Costumes are encouraged! \n\n \nCharlie Widmer is a multi-genre singer\, actor\, songwriter\, guitarist\, arranger\, and producer based in Connecticut. He received his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Western Connecticut State University in 2016 and has been professionally singing and performing ever since. His singing credits include performances with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra\, Ivoryton Playhouse\, Playhouse on the Shore\, Salt Marsh Opera\, Opera Theater of Connecticut\, backup vocals for Josh Groban (Madison Square Garden/Radio City Musical Hall)\, Sarah Brightman (Radio City Music Hall)\, and 30 Seconds to Mars (City Winery NYC)\, and many others in both musical theater and opera alike. Charlie is also lead singer in Sub-Urban (Hip-Hop/Soul) and a singer/guitarist in On the Trail (Bluegrass). Charlie is currently represented for theater\, television and film by Professional Artists Agency in NYC. \n\nConcert Sponsors:
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/free-fall-family-fun-concerts/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:Elm City LIT Fest: Through the Lens of Baldwin
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission! \nLearn more about the life and legacy of James Baldwin\, inspiration for NHSO Composer-in-Residence Joel Thompson’s piece\, “To Awaken the Sleeper”\, which the NHSO will perform on October 23. \nElm City LIT Fest is an annual celebration of books\, LITerature\, LITerary Arts\, and LITerary Artists with the purpose of enhancing LITeracy while promoting awareness of local\, regional\, and global artists of the African Diaspora. Learn more at ElmcityLITFest.com. \nAs part of the Festival’s full day of programming\, NHSO Composer-in-Residence Joel Thompson will be a featured guest for “Through the Lens of Baldwin” at 12:45pm on the indoor stage at Stetson Library in the Dixwell Community Q House. The conversation will be hosted by Nyzae James\, owner of BAMN Books. \n\nQuestions? Email Engagement@NewHavenSymphony.org. \nInterested in purchasing books written by James Baldwin? Check out our book partner\, BAMN Books. \nPresented by:
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/eclf-baldwin/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
CATEGORIES:Partner Series,Prelude Pre-Concert Talks,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Listen\, Discuss\, Learn & Connect: James Baldwin
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission! Learn more about the life and legacy of James Baldwin\, inspiration for NHSO Composer-in-Residence Joel Thompson’s piece\, “To Awaken the Sleeper”\, which the NHSO will perform on October 23. \nThis curated conversation will be led by Judge Clifton Graves and held at the Stetson Library at the Dixwell Community Q House. \nFood provided by Ricky D’s Rib Shack! \n\nQuestions? Email Engagement@NewHavenSymphony.org. \nInterested in purchasing books written by James Baldwin? Check out our book partner\, BAMN Books.
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/listen-discuss-learn-connect-james-baldwin/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:Symphony Goes to the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Join the NHSO Brass Quintet as they team up with Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo! This free\, outdoor Family Series will introduce children to the connections between music and their favorite stories and animals. \nPairing live animals and animal artifacts from the Zoo with vibrant performances by NHSO musicians\, this exciting musical experience will encourage discovery and engage the imagination. \nProgram: \n“Flight of the Bumblebee\,” by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov\nExcerpts from The Carnival of the Animals\, by Camille Saint-Saëns\nThe Race\, by Gwyneth Walker \n\nThis program has additional performances. Click here to view all of the dates\, times\, and locations available. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nA concert of instrumental music by two trumpets\, a horn\, a trombone\, and a tuba.\nThe Race is an exciting musical adaptation of the classic fable\, “The Tortoise and the Hare\,” and is performed with narration.\nA display of small\, live animals and animal artifacts by members of The Beardsley Zoo staff will be available beginning at 2:00pm and will be included in the show.\nThe concert will be approximately 1 hour long. \nAudience members of all ages are welcome but the concert will be best experienced by children ages 3-9.\nThis is an informal event. Children are welcome to move around throughout the show.\nSeating is not provided. Please bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on while enjoying the show.\nClick here to learn more about the Stetson Library at the Dixwell Q House\, including parking options and accessibility accommodations. \nHave questions about what to expect? Email our community engagement team at engagement@newhavensymphony.org or call (203) 865-0831 ext 17.\n\n \n\nHealth & Safety\nSince this series will take place outdoors\, audience members will not need to wear masks or provide proof of vaccination for these performances.  \n \n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Helen Roberts Trust
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/familyzoo-stetson-library-2/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Concert: Insider/Outsider
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the NHSO Harmony Quartet: \nStephan Tieszen\, violin\nAurora Mendez\, violin\nEllen Higham\, viola\nKelsee Vandervall\, cello \nFlorence Price\, the first African American female composer to have a symphonic work performed by a major national orchestra\, is often compared musically to Antonin Dvorak\, who also employed sweeping melodies and sampled African American and Native American music. Join the New Haven Symphony Orchestra’s harmony Quartet for music featuring these two composers\, as well as works by Samuel Coleridge Taylor. Dive deeper into the effect of race on the history of classical music with an interactive audience talk-back during the concert. The Orchid Cafe will cater appetizers at a post-concert reception.
URL:https://newhavensymphony.org/event/neighborhood-concert-insider-outsider/
LOCATION:Stetson Branch Library\, 197 Dixwell Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511
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