Week of Events
Peabody Ragtime Ensemble
Peabody Ragtime Ensemble
Peabody Ragtime Ensemble concerts are a quirky, joyous potpourri of American music ranging from about 1890 to 1950, spanning a variety of early jazz styles including ragtime, Dixieland, big band, swing and novelty tunes, usually interspersed with a few choice vocals in each set. For a brief suspension of time, America’s musical heroes—legends like Scott […]
Marimba Ensemble (New Orchestra of Washington)
Marimba Ensemble (New Orchestra of Washington)
Experience the versatility of the marimba with Robert Schroyer, NOW's Principal Percussionist, alongside Rachel Shapiro, violinist, and Jeremy Eig, clarinetist. Through the works of Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla, we will experience the evolving history of the tango in the early 20th century. This concert will also present Polish composer Anna Ignatowicz’ tribute to her late father, […]