Trombonist

Harpist Charles Overton—a Boston-based standout who takes the harp from jazz to chamber to Symphony Hall—joins Grammy Award-winning trombonist Kalia Vandever for an afternoon of ambient, chilled-out, ethereal jazz that offers a welcome escape from the everyday hustle.

Kalia Vandever, trombone Charles Overton, harp

Bethel AME Church

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of sound art at the FREE Soundscapes event at Caramoor on Sunday, June 9, 2024. This unique experience, set amidst the lush gardens of Caramoor in Katonah, NY, invites you to open your ears and explore a collection of innovative sound art installations from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. 

Discover "Rivers are our Brothers," an electronic song cycle by Majel Connery that delves into ecological responsibility from the land's perspective. Experience the "Safe Space" installation by Darian Donovan Thomas, and enjoy a live set from this genre-bending composer and multi-instrumentalist. Engage with the theremin in workshops led by the New York Theremin Society, and let the enchanting sounds guide you through Caramoor's gardens, awakening your senses to new aural fascinations.

The event features a lineup of distinguished sound artists, including Majel Connery, Darian Donovan Thomas, Rob Schwimmer, and Dorit Chrysler, among others. Their works will be showcased throughout the grounds, offering a deep sensory experience for the whole family.

The schedule includes a variety of performances and workshops, such as the Safe Space installation, a theremin demonstration by Rob Schwimmer, and a theremin workshop where you can learn to coax haunting sounds from the world's first electronic instrument. The day concludes with a special presentation in the Music Room, "When Lucie Rosen Met Theremin: Discovering Caramoor’s Archives" with Dorit Chrysler.

This event is free, making it a perfect opportunity for families, music enthusiasts, and anyone curious about sound art to explore the auditory wonders of Caramoor. Don't miss this chance to experience sound in a new and captivating way.

Soundscapes

The Rosen House at Caramoor

Kenny Barron’s week closes in the most spontaneous and creative way possible, with an evening of improvised music featuring a sterling lineup of adventurous artists.

Vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jen Shyu is a Guggenheim Fellow known for her visionary approach as a composer and her memorable work with Steve Coleman and Five Elements.


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Kenny Barron: Freely Improvised Music

SFJAZZ Center

The Stone at The New School serves as an artist-centric home and community for experimental and avant-garde artists, where they can perform what they want without any interference. With concerts every Tuesday through Saturday evening, The Stone at The New School continues the tradition of the landmark non-profit performance space founded in 2005 by Artistic Director John Zorn, within a greatly improved space.

Trombonist

Kalia Vandever

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Sep 20, 2025

Kalia Vandever, trombone Charles Overton, harp · Celebrity Series of Boston

Jun 9, 2024

Soundscapes · Caramoor

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