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Aaron David Miller

with Pipedreams Live

April 21, 2024
4pm

GABRIELLE GOODMAN and the music of DUKE ELLINGTON

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 @ 4:00 PM

Gabrielle Goodman launches the season with a tribute to Duke Ellington. Goodman is a professor at the Berklee College of Music and has performed alongside numerous jazz, classical, and gospel ensembles, commanding standing ovations around the world. In addition to performing with her band, she will lead an interview with Mercedes Ellington, granddaughter of Duke Ellington, to learn more about this pivotal figure in the history of American music, and about the modern mission of the Duke Ellington Foundation.

“One of the best singers around today” - Roberta Flack

SEAMUS EGAN PROJECT

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 @ 4:00 PM

It's hard to imagine an artist in traditional Irish music more influential than Seamus Egan. From his beginnings as a teen prodigy, to his founding of the powerhouse band Solas, to his current work as a leading composer and interpreter of the tradition, Egan has inspired multiple generations of musicians and helped define the sound of Irish music today. Since 2018, Egan has toured with friends and musical colleagues as the Seamus Egan Project.

“One of the Titans of Irish-American Music” - Living Tradition

BALTIMORE CONSORT

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25 @ 4:00 PM

The Baltimore Consort was formed to feature the music of Shakespeare's time; energetic, toe-tapping music found in taverns, on street corners, and accompanying dances. The Consort’s extraordinary musicianship has elevated it to one of the finest early music ensembles today. The ensemble's music is infused with joy, just as it was for listeners hundreds of years ago.

“A serene and beautiful way to spend a Sunday afternoon.” - New York Times
“It ought to be offensive that the most exhilarating Scots music performance to turn up on our native soil this year should come from America” - The Scotsman, Scotland's National Newspaper

AARON DAVID MILLER with PIPEDREAMS LIVE

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 @ 4:00 PM

Organist Aaron David Miller is noted for his highly imaginative and creative style, found in his many performances and compositions. Prize winner of several prestigious competitions, he is particularly recognized for his amazing improvisations,: organ compositions dreamed up in front of the audience. For this special event, Dr. Miller will be joined by Michael Barone, host of public radio's Pipedreams, for a recording of Pipedreams Live!

“An impressive display of swirling virtuosity” - Los Angeles Times

WINDBORNE SINGERS

SUNDAY, MAY 19 @ 4:00 PM

Windborne draws from the deep roots of vocal harmony, bringing old songs to the present with their bold harmonies, youthful energy, and engaging personalities. This talented vocal quartet effortlessly shifts between different styles of music. They draw inspiration from folk music's longtime alliance with social activism and movements that champion the oppressed, the poor, and the disenfranchised. The singers educate as they entertain, sharing stories and building relationships.

“The best musical discovery of the year…stunningly powerful Windborne sets a new bar for harmony singing today! - National Public Radio

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