### Event Description: BSO: Lush Life: Ellington and Strayhorn

**Event Title:** BSO: Lush Life: Ellington and Strayhorn

**Date and Time:** Friday, November 22, 2024, at 8:00 PM

**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore

**Event Overview:**
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular evening celebrating the timeless jazz standards of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. This orchestral presentation, led by the esteemed conductor and actor Damon Gupton, will feature iconic pieces such as "Take The A Train," "Satin Doll," and the renowned adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s "Nutcracker Suite." This event marks a special tribute to Duke Ellington on what would be his 125th birthday, showcasing the elegant and sophisticated compositions of Billy Strayhorn.

**Key Highlights:**
- **Conductor:** Damon Gupton
- **Featured Works:** "Take The A Train," "Satin Doll," and "Nutcracker Suite"
- **Special Occasion:** Celebrating Duke Ellington's 125th birthday

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Available for purchase on the BSO website.
- **Note:** This event is not presented by Strathmore.
- **Accreditation:** Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited.

**Plan Your Visit:**
For more details on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website.

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Experience the lush life of Ellington and Strayhorn through this unforgettable orchestral performance. Secure your tickets now and be part of this musical celebration!

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Lush Life: Ellington and Strayhorn

The Music Center at Strathmore

Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn collaborated on some of history’s most beloved jazz standards of all time including Take The A Train, Satin Doll and the legendary adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Join us for an orchestral presentation of Ellington hits to celebrate the legend's 125th birthday, and witness the elegant and sophisticated music of Billy Strayhorn. Actor and conductor Damon Gupton leads the program.

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

Like NatPhil, award-winning and critically acclaimed choral organization Cantate is celebrating their 40th anniversary season, which makes it the perfect time to join in collaboration! Welcome Cantate Artistic Director and former NatPhil Associate Conductor Victoria Gau as guest conductor premiering this exciting new partnership with a full-scale production of Verdi’s Requiem.

Verdi’s Requiem

Strathmore

### Event Description: NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet

**Event:** NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet  
**Date & Time:** Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM  
**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore  
**Ticket Price:** $30 - $175  
**Ticket Purchase:** [Buy Tickets](#)

#### Event Overview:
The beloved family tradition is back! Gather your loved ones for the warm-glow-nostalgia of America’s favorite Christmas celebration, the NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet. This enchanting performance features an extraordinary international cast and Ukrainian Principal Artists performing at the peak of classical European Ballet.

#### Highlights:
- **Jaw-Dropping Acrobatics:** Be amazed by the incredible acrobatic feats that add a unique twist to this classic ballet.
- **Larger Than Life Puppets:** Experience the magic of larger-than-life puppets that bring an extra layer of wonder to the performance.
- **Stunning Hand-Crafted Sets and Costumes:** Marvel at the beautifully designed sets and costumes that transport you to a magical world.

#### Important Information:
- **Note:** This event is not presented by Strathmore, and tickets are exempt from Strathmore’s refund/exchange policy.
- **Plan Your Visit:** Make sure to plan your visit in advance to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonder of the NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet. Get your tickets now and create unforgettable holiday memories with your family!

NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet

### Event Description: BSO: Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

**Event Title:** BSO: Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

**Presented by:** Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

**Date and Time:** Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM

**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore

**Conductor:** Jonathon Heyward

**Featured Artist:** Alice Sara Ott, piano

**Program:**
- **STRAVINSKY:** Renard
- **RAVEL:** Piano Concerto in G
- **BARTÓK:** Concerto for Orchestra

**Event Overview:**
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an extraordinary afternoon of music featuring Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra. This piece, composed during a time of personal and professional turmoil for Bartók, showcases the vibrant and audacious spirit of the composer, highlighting every instrument in the ensemble. 

The program also includes Stravinsky's "Renard," a burlesque tale about a cunning fox, and Ravel's Piano Concerto in G, performed by internationally renowned pianist Alice Sara Ott. Despite a degenerative brain disease that prevented Ravel from performing his own concerto, his work remains a testament to his wondrous sense of sonic sparkle, which Ott will bring to life with her playful rendition.

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Available for purchase on the BSO website.
- **Plan Your Visit:** Make sure to check the "Know Before You Go" section for important details about your visit.

**Note:** This event is not presented by Strathmore.

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**Accreditation:** Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. Learn more about their health and safety measures.

Don't miss this captivating performance that brings together the works of three iconic composers, each with their unique stories and musical brilliance. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable experience!

Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

### Event Description: LEGEND DORADO SCHMITT and SONS: Django's Jazz Manouche

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 8:00 PM

**Location:**  
The Music Center at Strathmore

**Event Overview:**  
Join us for an unforgettable evening as LEGEND DORADO SCHMITT and SONS present "Django's Jazz Manouche." This event celebrates the rich traditions of French jazz manouche, a style introduced to the world by the legendary guitarist Django Reinhardt in the 1930s and 40s. The performance will feature both classic and contemporary interpretations, arrangements, and compositions that honor Django's legacy.

**Performers:**  
- Dorado Schmitt and Sons
- Cousins Fancko Mehrstein and Gino Roman on rhythm

**Ticket Information:**  
- Price Range: $28 - $64
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**Additional Information:**
- **Dining Options:** The Allegro Kitchen at the Music Center offers a variety of dining options. Bars will be open before the concert and during intermission. For more dining details, please visit our dining page.
- **Refund and Exchange Policies:** Requests for a credit or exchange for another Strathmore Presents performance must be made at least 48 hours before the performance. No refunds, exchanges, or credit will be available after a show has passed. If a show is canceled or rescheduled, ticket refunds will always be available. Learn more about our refund and exchange policies.

**Plan Your Visit:**  
For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and accessibility, please visit our [Plan Your Visit](#) page.

Celebrate the timeless music of Django Reinhardt with LEGEND DORADO SCHMITT and SONS at Strathmore. Don't miss this extraordinary tribute to one of the greatest guitar players of all time!

Legend Dorado Schmitt and Sons Samson & Amati

### Event Description: Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux Live at Strathmore

#### Date and Time:
**Friday, November 1, 2024, at 8:00 PM**

#### Location:
**The Music Center at Strathmore**

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the legendary Judy Collins and the acclaimed jazz vocalist Madeleine Peyroux. This unique concert brings together two extraordinary talents for a night of captivating music and storytelling.

**Judy Collins**:
An accomplished musician and activist, Judy Collins has had a remarkable career spanning seven decades. Known for her explorations in folk, rock, and country, Collins' 1967 rendition of Joni Mitchell’s "Both Sides, Now" earned her a Grammy for Best Folk Performance, solidifying her place in the American songbook.

**Madeleine Peyroux**:
Joining Collins is Madeleine Peyroux, whose soulful jazz vocals offer profound commentary on social issues and personal experiences. Together, they create an irresistible energy on stage, leading audiences through a mesmerizing journey of songs and stories.

#### Accessibility:
Open captioning will be available for this performance. To reserve seats with the best view of the captions, please select the seats marked with a yellow "C" in the orchestra section. For assistance, contact the Ticket Office at 301.581.5100 or email accessstrathmore.org for the promo code to unlock caption seating.

#### Ticket Information:
- **Price Range**: $28 - $94
- **Purchase Tickets**: [Buy Tickets](#)

#### Additional Information:
- **Refund and Exchange Policy**: Requests for a credit or exchange for another Strathmore Presents performance must be made at least 48 hours before the performance. No refunds, exchanges, or credit will be available after a show has passed. If a show is cancelled or rescheduled, ticket refunds will always be available. [Learn more about our refund and exchange policies](#).
- **Food & Drink**: The Allegro Kitchen at the Music Center offers a variety of dining options. Bars are open before each concert and during intermission. For more information, please visit our dining page. You can also explore nearby restaurants before or after the show.

#### Plan Your Visit:
For more details on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please visit our [Plan Your Visit](#) page.

Don't miss this extraordinary evening with Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux at The Music Center at Strathmore. Secure your tickets now for a night of timeless music and enchanting performances.

Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux

### Event Description: BSO: Heyward Conducts Sibelius and Marsalis

**Event Title:** BSO: Heyward Conducts Sibelius and Marsalis

**Date and Time:** Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 8:00 PM

**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore

**Event Overview:**
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening as Jonathon Heyward conducts a captivating program featuring works by Nielsen, Marsalis, and Sibelius. This event promises a rich tapestry of classical and jazz influences, showcasing the talents of the BSO’s own Principal Tuba, Aubrey Foard.

**Program Details:**
- **NIELSEN:** Helios Overture
  - A richly evocative piece that depicts the sun rising and setting over the Aegean Sea, an instant hit since its 1903 debut.
- **WYNTON MARSALIS:** Tuba Concerto
  - A modern masterpiece where living jazz legend Wynton Marsalis channels the saxophone pyrotechnics of Charlie Bird Parker into astonishing feats of virtuosity for the classical tuba.
- **SIBELIUS:** Symphony No. 5
  - Inspired by the sight of sixteen swans taking flight, Sibelius imbues his Fifth Symphony with a mystical transcendence.

**Featured Artists:**
- **Conductor:** Jonathon Heyward
- **Tuba:** Aubrey Foard

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Available for purchase on the BSO website.
- **Plan Your Visit:** Ensure a smooth experience by planning your visit in advance.

**Note:** This event is presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and not by Strathmore.

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**Accreditation:** Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. Learn more about their health and safety measures.

Don't miss this extraordinary concert that blends the timeless beauty of classical music with the vibrant energy of jazz!

Heyward Conducts Sibelius and Marsalis

Pianist Mary Lou Williams composed her masterpiece at the intersection of jazz and classical music, taking inspiration from the signs of the Zodiac. Modern jazz master Aaron Diehl performs alongside his trio and vocalist Mikaela Bennett, breathing new life into the work with a new orchestral edition. Making her BSO debut, conductor Karen Kamensek steeps the audience in the glorious colors of Respighi’s tribute to Roman fountains and Debussy’s frothy depictions of the sea.

Fountains of Rome & La Mer

Sibelius, inspired by watching sixteen swans take flight, imbued his Fifth Symphony with a mystical transcendence. Living jazz legend Wynton Marsalis channeled the saxophone pyrotechnics of Charlie “Bird” Parker into astonishing feats of virtuosity for classical tuba, played by the BSO’s own Principal Tuba Aubrey Foard. An instant hit following its 1903 debut, Nielsen's richly evocative Helios Overture depicts the sun rising and setting over the Aegean Sea. 

Marsalis & Sibelius with Heyward

Just when it seemed that Bartók, destitute and homesick, was at death’s door, he rallied to create the audaciously vibrant Concerto for Orchestra, spotlighting every instrument in the ensemble. For Ravel, a degenerative brain disease kept him from performing his own piano concerto, but it did not dampen his wondrous sense of sonic sparkle. Internationally renowned pianist and recording artist Alice Sara Ott preserves Ravel's musical vision with a playful rendition of his virtuosic concerto. Stravinsky, exiled from his Russian homeland and silenced by World War I, turned his frustration into the most rascally sort of fun in this burlesque tale about a cunning fox.

Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G

University of Maryland

### Event Description: BSO: Debussy, Respighi, and Mary Lou Williams

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM

**Location:**  
The Music Center at Strathmore

**Event Overview:**  
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting afternoon of music featuring the works of Debussy, Respighi, and Mary Lou Williams. This concert promises to be a captivating experience, blending classical and jazz elements in a unique orchestral setting.

**Program Details:**

- **Mary Lou Williams' Zodiac Suite:**  
  Pianist Mary Lou Williams' masterpiece, inspired by the signs of the Zodiac, stands at the intersection of jazz and classical music. Modern jazz master Aaron Diehl, along with his trio and vocalist Mikaela Bennett, will bring this work to life with a new orchestral edition.

- **Respighi's Fountains of Rome:**  
  Conductor Karen Kamensek, making her debut with the BSO, will guide the audience through Respighi’s vivid tribute to the fountains of Rome, capturing their splendor and beauty.

- **Debussy's La Mer:**  
  The concert will also feature Debussy’s La Mer, a piece that beautifully depicts the sea in all its frothy and dynamic glory.

**Performers:**

- **Conductor:** Karen Kamensek
- **Aaron Diehl Trio**
- **Soprano:** Mikaela Bennett

**Additional Information:**

- **Tickets:**  
  Tickets for this event can be purchased on the BSO website.

- **Plan Your Visit:**  
  For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website.

**Note:**  
This event is presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and is not organized by Strathmore.

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**Accreditation:**  
Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. Learn more about their health and safety measures on their website.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a mesmerizing blend of classical and jazz music performed by world-class musicians in a stunning venue.

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