A compilation of artworks produced by the Gregorio Luperon High School visual arts sessions in a variety of media, exploring a diversity of themes and motifs; from the students’ ethnicity via pre-Columbian traditions to contemporary art and museum visits.
From December 13th 2024 until January 31st 2025.
FREE CONCERT
Presented in partnership with Carnegie Hall Citywide.
Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Doors open at 4:15pm.
Ensemble Connect is a program of Carnegie Hall, The Juilliard School, and the Weill Music Institute in partnership with the New York City Department of Education. This two-year fellowship program prepares extraordinary young professional classical musicians for careers that combine musical excellence with teaching, community engagement, advocacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Ensemble Connect offers top-quality performance opportunities, intensive professional development, and the opportunity to partner with a New York City public school throughout the fellowship.
PROGRAM:
BERIO Ricorrenze per quintetto a fiato – a Pierre Boulez per il suo sessantesimo compleanno for Wind Quintet (15’)
BEETHOVEN Septet in E-flat Major, Op. 20 (40’)
Nine of stellar Venezuelan soprano Maria Brea’s voice students will sing a variety of opera pieces. This is the fourth time Maria has brought her students to the Shrine, and each time it has been a wonderful evening. By donation, with proceeds to benefit the Shrine.
Amy Gash and I have one more signing this year, at Manhattan’s newest independent bookstore, @fountainbookshopnyc in Washington Heights.
Get this season’s most delightful gift book. You’ll find other great books, including some quoted in our collection, plus arts and crafts by local makers, puzzles, stationery, stocking stuffers — and ice cream!
See work by 16 artists and a special exhibition of work by guest artist Soren Glassing in Cornerstone’s Gallery178. There is an Advent Fair and tree sale the same day, downstairs. Hot cider and snacks will be provided and all are welcome. (Did we mention it’s free?)
