Events at the Performing Arts Center
Gabriel V Brass Quintet in Concert: Colors of Sound the World Around
Join Gabriel V to explore a vast array of brass colors and sounds from around the world. Their program journeys through a range of geographic regions and contrasting eras of music; the rise of polyphony in 1500s Italy, the Renaissance in Elizabethan England, Vienna in the 1800s, Paris, France, Soviet Russia, then on to the Westward expansion in the United States. Featuring works by Palestrina, Brahms, Böhme, and Lafosse, this concert will inspire, inform, and invigorate!
God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution
America 250 Series
In Person & Livestreamed
God's Miraculous Hand in the Battle of Cowpens and the Revolutionary War
Presented by Stephen McDowell, President of Providence Foundation
Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. Each lecture highlights key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War.
In Person & Livestreamed
God's Miraculous Hand in the Battle of Cowpens and the Revolutionary War
Presented by Stephen McDowell, President of Providence Foundation
Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. Each lecture highlights key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War.
The Garden of Cosmic Speculation: A Musical Journey
Arts Speak Lecture
Michael Gandolfi will present his epic musical composition inspired by "The Garden of Cosmic Speculation,” a 30-acre land-art masterpiece designed by Charles Jencks and located in the Borders area of Scotland. Drawing from this intricate landscape, his work explores the intersection of nature, science, and musical creativity. Join him as he discusses the compositional process, the sources of inspiration, and how music can interpret and expand upon the cosmic ideas embodied in this unique space.
Michael Gandolfi will present his epic musical composition inspired by "The Garden of Cosmic Speculation,” a 30-acre land-art masterpiece designed by Charles Jencks and located in the Borders area of Scotland. Drawing from this intricate landscape, his work explores the intersection of nature, science, and musical creativity. Join him as he discusses the compositional process, the sources of inspiration, and how music can interpret and expand upon the cosmic ideas embodied in this unique space.
Gabriel V Brass Quintet in Concert
Dances in Brass
Golyardes Ground, Forsythe
All Things Bright and Beautiful, arr. Marlatt
Dance “Volte” from Terpsichore, Praetorius
Quintet No. 3, Ewald
Fire Dance, DiLorenzo
Quartet No.1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12, Mendelssohn
Golyardes Ground, Forsythe
All Things Bright and Beautiful, arr. Marlatt
Dance “Volte” from Terpsichore, Praetorius
Quintet No. 3, Ewald
Fire Dance, DiLorenzo
Quartet No.1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12, Mendelssohn
God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution
America 250 Series
In Person & Livestreamed
The Miracle at Dorchester Heights, Independence, and American Values
Presented by Larkin Spivey, decorated Vietnam veteran, historian, and author
Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. Each lecture highlights key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War.
In Person & Livestreamed
The Miracle at Dorchester Heights, Independence, and American Values
Presented by Larkin Spivey, decorated Vietnam veteran, historian, and author
Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. Each lecture highlights key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War.
Gabriel V Brass Quintet in Concert
Dances in Brass
Golyardes Ground, Forsythe
All Things Bright and Beautiful, arr. Marlatt
Dance “Volte” from Terpsichore, Praetorius
Quintet No. 3, Ewald
Fire Dance, DiLorenzo
Quartet No.1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12, Mendelssohn
Golyardes Ground, Forsythe
All Things Bright and Beautiful, arr. Marlatt
Dance “Volte” from Terpsichore, Praetorius
Quintet No. 3, Ewald
Fire Dance, DiLorenzo
Quartet No.1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12, Mendelssohn
A Far Cry: Appalachian Spring
Spend an extraordinary evening with Grammy nominated, Boston based A Far Cry as they dive into a program featuring Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring. Known for its innovative and compelling programs, stellar communication, and ensemble playing at its most intimate, the group's energy and talent will astonish you! “Something about it feels perpetually fresh with every performance.” Boston Globe
Divine Invitations: The Preludes of the Bach Cello Suites
Arts Speak Performance Lecture
In this conversation, cellist Kevin Crudder will explore all six preludes of the Bach Suites for Unaccompanied Cello both from a technical perspective and as profound musical meditations. The prelude can be viewed not only as the introduction to each suite but as self-contained expressions of balance and transcendence inviting the listener into a space of reflection and self-inquiry.
In this conversation, cellist Kevin Crudder will explore all six preludes of the Bach Suites for Unaccompanied Cello both from a technical perspective and as profound musical meditations. The prelude can be viewed not only as the introduction to each suite but as self-contained expressions of balance and transcendence inviting the listener into a space of reflection and self-inquiry.
Serenades for Spring
This beautiful concert with Creare Symphonia fittingly lands on the first day of Spring! Let these aural flowers brighten up the gray days of March.
Dvořák's lovely Serenade for Strings, written in the spring of 1875, is one of his most popular and frequently performed works. Mendelssohn's
Concerto for Piano, Violin, and Strings in D minor, composed when he was just 14(!) and only published in 1960, reflects the energy of youth and features virtuosic dialog between the soloists throughout!
Dvořák's lovely Serenade for Strings, written in the spring of 1875, is one of his most popular and frequently performed works. Mendelssohn's
Concerto for Piano, Violin, and Strings in D minor, composed when he was just 14(!) and only published in 1960, reflects the energy of youth and features virtuosic dialog between the soloists throughout!
Serenades for Spring
This beautiful concert with Creare Symphonia fittingly lands on the first day of Spring! Let these aural flowers brighten up the gray days of March.
Dvořák's lovely Serenade for Strings, written in the spring of 1875, is one of his most popular and frequently performed works. Mendelssohn's
Concerto for Piano, Violin, and Strings in D minor, composed when he was just 14(!) and only published in 1960, reflects the energy of youth and features virtuosic dialog between the soloists throughout!
Dvořák's lovely Serenade for Strings, written in the spring of 1875, is one of his most popular and frequently performed works. Mendelssohn's
Concerto for Piano, Violin, and Strings in D minor, composed when he was just 14(!) and only published in 1960, reflects the energy of youth and features virtuosic dialog between the soloists throughout!
12 Angry Jurors
Elements Theatre Company presents a classic American Courthouse Drama. As part of this year's America 250 programming, Elements chose this play to highlight the United States legal system—the right to a fair trial, due process, and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Enter the jury room on a very hot summer day as twelve jurors are charged with the heavy responsibility to deliberate the fate of a 19-year-old boy accused of stabbing his father to death...
12 Angry Jurors
Elements Theatre Company presents a classic American Courthouse Drama. As part of this year's America 250 programming, Elements chose this play to highlight the United States legal system—the right to a fair trial, due process, and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Enter the jury room on a very hot summer day as twelve jurors are charged with the heavy responsibility to deliberate the fate of a 19-year-old boy accused of stabbing his father to death...
Prometheus: The Creation of Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony
Arts Speak Lecture
Jan Swafford is an award-winning composer, writer, and musicologist whose works and writings have deeply shaped contemporary understanding of classical music.
Jan Swafford is an award-winning composer, writer, and musicologist whose works and writings have deeply shaped contemporary understanding of classical music.
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Liberty
The Wind Ensemble offers 3 concerts in 2026 to honor the nation's anniversary: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. This second concert celebrates LIBERTY on Memorial Day weekend and honors all who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of these unalienable rights.
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Liberty
The Wind Ensemble offers 3 concerts in 2026 to honor the nation's anniversary: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. This second concert celebrates LIBERTY on Memorial Day weekend and honors all who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of these unalienable rights.
Percussion Residency Program
Arts Empowering Life (AEL) invites advanced students and emerging artists to join its Percussion Residency Program, a week-long immersive experience offering master classes, ensemble rehearsals, and performance opportunities with some of the finest musicians in the field.
Brass Residency Program
Arts Empowering Life invites advanced students and emerging artists to join its Brass Residency Program, a week-long immersive experience offering master classes, ensemble rehearsals, and performance opportunities with some of the finest musicians in the field.
You Are the Music! Healing Your Body with the Resonance Frequency of 528
Arts Speak Lecture
Dr. Leonard Horowitz is an internationally recognized figure in the arts and sciences of natural healing.
Dr. Leonard Horowitz is an internationally recognized figure in the arts and sciences of natural healing.
The Singing Tuba: Expanding the Voice of the Low Brass
Arts Speak Performance Lecture
Justin Benavidez is an acclaimed tuba soloist, chamber musician, and educator, currently serving as Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at the Eastman School of Music.
Justin Benavidez is an acclaimed tuba soloist, chamber musician, and educator, currently serving as Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at the Eastman School of Music.
The Hound of Baskervilles
Presented by Elements Theatre Company
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic tale by British writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective, Sherlock Holmes.
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic tale by British writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective, Sherlock Holmes.
The Hound of Baskervilles
Presented by Elements Theatre Company
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic tale by British writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective, Sherlock Holmes.
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic tale by British writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective, Sherlock Holmes.
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Pursuit of Happiness
The Wind Ensemble offers 3 concerts in 2026 to honor the nation's anniversary: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. This third concert celebrates THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS with music that celebrates the energy, ingenuity, and verve that makes America bustle and thrive!
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Pursuit of Happiness
The Wind Ensemble offers 3 concerts in 2026 to honor the nation's anniversary: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. This third concert celebrates THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS with music that celebrates the energy, ingenuity, and verve that makes America bustle and thrive!
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