Events
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Sword Dance Festival – Free Family Performance
FREE - RSVP Read moreSunday, February 19th, 2023 – 12:30 pm
37th Annual New York Sword Dance Festival. Free family-friendly performance of modern interpretations of traditional winter-time northern English dances. Enjoy energetic rapper sword dancing and mystical long sword dancing performed to live music on a variety of acoustic instruments. For more information, visit halfmoonsword.org.
We are not accepting RSVPs. This event is FREE and OPEN TO ALL!
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The Angel at Philadelphia: William Still
$4.00 – $8.00 Select optionsFriday, February 18, 2022 – 8pm
“The Angel at Philadelphia: William Still” is a musical interpretation of the 2021 book entitled “William Still” by William C. Kashatus. Known as the “Father of the Underground Railroad,” William Still was a free Black abolitionist who helped hundreds of enslaved people escape from slavery. The evening will feature new music written by CMS faculty member Lafayette Harris, Jr. and feature a six-piece ensemble including a vocalist.
Known as a “go-to” pianist by many musicians and bandleaders, Lafayette Harris, Jr. currently performs and records with Houston Person, Archie Shepp and with his own bands. He’s toured with late great music pioneer Max Roach, performed with the Duke Ellington Legacy Orchestra, and has recorded and toured with late four-time Grammy nominee Ms. Ernestine Anderson.
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The Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale in Concert
FREE - RSVP Read moreSunday, June 11, 2023 – Time TBD (Old First Reformed Church)
More info coming soon!
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The Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale Presents “Brand New Day” – St. John’s Episcopal Church (139 St. John’s Place Brooklyn, NY 11217)
$15.00 – $20.00 Select optionsSunday, March 13, 2022 – 3pm
The Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale & Dr. Nicholas Nicassio Present “Brand New Day”
Featuring “Fern Hill” (Music by John Corigliano & Poem by Dylan Thomas) & Six Contemporary Works Inspired by Nature & Hope
Now in its 16th season, this dynamic 40+ member choir performs a rich variety of musical styles, both a cappella and with a variety of accompaniment. Conducted by Dr. Nick Nicassio, this ensemble meets on Monday evenings and performs two to three concerts per season for the community. Members develop their vocal technique and musicianship through exciting and vibrant repertoire from the past and present. Singers build essential skills such as singing harmony, sight-singing and expanding vocal range.
Tickets:
BKCM Students & Families: $15
General Admission: $20