A tribute to the ultimate “Queen of Soul,” this program features symphony-favorite Capathia Jenkins and three-time Grammy Award nominee Ryan Shaw performing iconic hits like Respect, Think, A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Amazing Grace, and many others. Come ready to sing and dance at this soul-filled concert.

Aretha: A Tribute

The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater

EPSG:4326

Student Degree Recital: Landon Stone B.M. flute junior recital

The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Experience the electrifying fusion of classical, jazz, blues, and opera with Symphonic Soul, a powerful tribute to African American artists whose contributions have shaped the very heart of American music.

Symphonic Soul: A Celebration of African American Artistry

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Alumni of the Emerging Artist Fellowship program return to Garth Newel to present recitals as emerged professionals.

Emerging Artist Alumni Concert – War and Injustice: Solace Across Genres

Garth Newel Music Center

**Schwab Vocal Rising Stars at Caramoor**

**Date:** Sunday, March 17, 2024  
**Time:** 3:00 PM  
**Location:** Music Room, Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Road, Katonah, NY 10536  
**Artistic Director & Piano:** Steven Blier  
**Associate Director & Piano:** Bénédicte Jourdois  

**Overview:**  
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of vocal music as the Schwab Vocal Rising Stars present "Eros and Co." This captivating concert explores the chaos and delight of Cupid’s arrow through an exquisite selection of songs by composers such as Saint-Saëns, Granados, Cole Porter, Sam Cooke, and many others. This performance marks the culmination of a week-long mentoring program for four young singers and a pianist, handpicked by Artistic Director Steven Blier, showcasing their exceptional talent and the fruits of their intensive training at Caramoor.

**Program Highlights:**  
- Anacreon / trans. Robert Herrick: Wounded Cupid  
- Ned Rorem: Love  
- Franz Schubert: Die Liebesgötter  
- Enrique Granados: Amor y odio  
- Sam Cooke: Cupid  
- Cole Porter: They Couldn’t Compare to You  
...and more.

**Featuring Artists:**  
- Shan Hai, soprano  
- Sophia Baete, mezzo-soprano  
- Scott Rubén La Marca, tenor  
- Michael Hawk, baritone  
- Amber Scherer, piano  

**Special Offer:**  
Caramoor is delighted to offer free tickets for ages 18 & under for this event, encouraging the next generation of music lovers to experience the beauty of vocal performance. Adults must accompany children at all times.

**About the Schwab Vocal Rising Stars Program:**  
Launched in spring 2009, the Schwab Vocal Rising Stars Program is a cornerstone of Caramoor’s dedication to nurturing young talent. Focused on vocal chamber music and the art of song in recital, this program invites singers at the advanced student and beginning professional level for a week of intensive coaching, rehearsals, and workshops. The program is a tribute to the memory of Terrance W. Schwab and is supported by the Terrance W. Schwab Endowment Fund for Young Vocal Artists.

**Tickets & Information:**  
For tickets and more information, please visit [Caramoor's website](https://www.caramoor.org) or contact the Box Office at 914.232.1252, available Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Join us for an afternoon of exquisite music and support the rising stars of the vocal world at Caramoor.

Schwab Vocal Rising Stars

The Rosen House at Caramoor

A FREE, three-part performance honoring Freedom’s Eve and Florida’s Emancipation Day. Featuring your TSO, TSO Jazz, and Tallahassee Nights Live!

This concert was planned in partnership with the Florida Department of State, the John G. Riley Center & Museum, Soul of Southside, and the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority.

Sam Cooke

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