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A Symphony of Events: Uniting Cultures and Genres at Wolf Trap
The Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is set to host a remarkable array of events, featuring internationally acclaimed artists across diverse genres. From violin and piano sonatas to soulful khayal music, rock tributes, and a fusion of classical and contemporary sounds, these performances promise to captivate audiences with their innovative and culturally rich offerings. Discover more about these extraordinary events and the talented artists bringing them to life at The Barns At Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA.
Mar 17, 2025
Share1. Julia Fischer, violin and Jan Lisiecki, piano
Internationally acclaimed violinist Julia Fischer and pianist Jan Lisiecki share a unique musical partnership, delivering vibrant and innovative interpretations to audiences, inspired by their mutual influences and distinctive perspectives. Discover how this outstanding duo finds and molds common musical thoughts through bright violin sonatas by Mozart and Beethoven, in addition to Schumann’s heart-rending Violin Sonata No. 2.
Mar 26, 2025
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Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
2. Mozart, Grieg, Fauré, Prokofiev
The partnership of piano plus, in this program, one violin, cello, or flute provides a unique opportunity for listeners to witness personal collaborations between pairs of artists. Each piece is distinctive: a two-movement sonata by Mozart, Grieg’s only cello sonata, the original version of Prokofiev’s D-minor flute sonata, and Fauré’s first violin sonata, about which Saint-Saëns wrote, “with this work, Monsieur Fauré takes his place among the masters.”
Apr 4, 2025
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Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
3. Ustad Naseeruddin Saami & The Saami Brothers
Prepare to be moved when Pakistani musicians Ustad Naseeruddin Saami and Zeb Bangash join forces to explore the spiritual healing power of khayal music. Saami, the last living practitioner of a mesmerizing ancient 49-note microtonal vocal scale, is a master of both khayal—a genre of Indian classical vocal music—and qawwali, a form of devotional music performed by Sufi musicians. Saami will be joined by his sons, The Saami Brothers, for this special event that carries forward the family’s khayal and qawwali music legacy.
Apr 5, 2025
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Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
4. Tribute to Jackson Browne
BandHouse Gigs returns to The Barns to celebrate Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and quintessential California singer/songwriter Jackson Browne! This tribute concert features more than 40 of the DC area’s premier vocalists and musicians performing classics like “These Days,” “Running on Empty,” and “Doctor My Eyes.” Performers include Jon Carroll, Kipyn Martin, Bill Starks, Eric Scott, Dan Haas, Todd Wright, Dennis Schocket, Naked Blue, Jacqueline Pie Francis, and many more.
Apr 12, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
5. John Lloyd Young
Travel back in time to the ’50s and ’60s with a celebration of classic hits from John Lloyd Young. Young won Grammy, Drama Desk, and Tony Awards for channeling the vibes of Frankie Valli in the Broadway smash hit Jersey Boys. Young also performs songs from his album, My Turn…, and hits from musical icons like Roy Orbison, the Righteous Brothers, Paul McCartney, Adele, Luther Vandross, and Elvis Presley.
Apr 23, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
6. John McCutcheon
A master instrumentalist, powerful singer/songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author, John McCutcheon is folk music’s Renaissance man. McCutcheon’s latest endeavor, Together, was recorded with Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner and folk artist Tom Paxton. Experience McCutcheon’s “uncanny ability to breathe new life into the familiar” (The Washington Post) at The Barns during a captivating evening of storytelling.
Apr 24, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
7. Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence
After beginning with Bach, who used six voices to compose his fugue-on-demand for Frederick the Great, the group splits for Classical and Romantic string trios by Haydn and Schubert. Then, the musicians recombine for Strauss’ Sextet from Capriccio and Tchaikovsky’s blockbuster Souvenir de Florence.
Apr 25, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
8. Kala Ramnath, Abhijit Banerjee & Christylez Bacon
See what happens when classical meets contemporary! Discover the beauty of virtuoso “Singing Violin” Kala Ramnath and award-winning tabla player and composer Abhijit Banerjee with Washington, DC’s own human beatbox Christylez Bacon. This cross-cultural performance marries Hindustani classical music and progressive Hip Hop in one unforgettable night of tradition, innovation, and creative exploration.
Apr 26, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Vienna, VA · The Barns At Wolf Trap
Conclusion
Wolf Trap’s upcoming series of events offers an inspiring tapestry of musical experiences, with something to captivate every taste. From classical sonatas and rock tributes to the spiritual melodies of khayal music and innovative cultural fusions, these performances promise to broaden perspectives and deepen appreciation for the arts. Join audiences at The Barns At Wolf Trap to witness these exceptional artists and their powerful contributions to the world of music.
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