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SUMMARY:Chris Brubeck's Triple Play
DESCRIPTION:Tickets \nChris Brubeck’s Triple Play—featuring Peter “Madcat” Ruth\, Joel Brown\, and the legendary Chris Brubeck—which brings decades of musical mastery to the stage in one electrifying evening.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/chris-brubecks-triple-play/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000
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SUMMARY:MoCA\CT Sessions: Karisa Chiu\, violin and Frederic Chiu\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening of expressive brilliance with internationally acclaimed violinist Karisa Chiu—celebrated for her “distinctive and fascinating intellect” and prizewinning virtuosity—and renowned pianist Frederic Chiu\, whose expansive career and imaginative programming have captivated audiences worldwide. Together\, they bring depth\, nuance\, and electrifying artistry to a program spanning Fauré’s elegance\, Prokofiev’s intensity\, and Bright Sheng’s evocative contemporary voice. \n\n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/mocact-sessions-karisa-chiu-violin-and-frederic-chiu-piano/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
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SUMMARY:MoCA\CT Presents: Brubeck Brothers Quartet
DESCRIPTION:  \nALL TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT. \nBrothers Chris and Dan Brubeck—who first recorded together in 1966—lead this dynamic ensemble through straight-ahead jazz inflected with funk\, blues\, and global rhythms. Their chart-topping album LifeTimes showcases the Quartet’s masterful improvisations and adventurous exploration of odd time signatures\, drawing on a legacy that includes performances at major festivals worldwide and collaborations with orchestras from Philadelphia to Singapore. With guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb rounding out the group\, the BBQ honors the spontaneous spirit of jazz while forging its own distinctive path. \nChoose from two ticket options that offer full access to our exhibition Art\, Jazz + the Blues\, as the galleries transform into a speakeasy-inspired jazz lounge—an immersive extension of the exhibition\, generously sponsored by Conlon Amendola\, Attorneys at Law. \nVIP EXPERIENCE – $150 \n\n• Special-edition t-shirt designed by Westport artist Miggs Burroughs\n• Preferred seating\n• Personal bar service with wine\, beer\, and sparkling water\n• Signature cocktails\n• Curated light bites by A·S Westport\n\nAbout the Brubeck Brothers Quartet: \nChris and Dan Brubeck have been making music together practically all their lives. Drummer Dan and bassist\, trombonist\, and composer Chris cut their first record together in 1966—nearly a half century ago. They’ve subsequently played a variety of styles in a number of different groups\, as well as with their father\, jazz giant Dave Brubeck\, and with their own Brubeck Brothers Quartet. With Dan and Chris as the foundation\, guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb\, complete this dynamic quartet. They perform at concert series\, colleges\, and jazz festivals across North America and Europe\, including the Newport\, Detroit\, Montreal\, Playboy/Hollywood Bowl\, and Monterey Jazz Festivals. The Quartet’s last cd\, LifeTimes\,< was a hit on the JazzWeek radio chart where it made the Top Ten list as one of the most played jazz recordings of the year. \n“The playing that takes place on LifeTimes – the wondrous combination of swing\, melodic majesty\, masterful arrangements and a truckload of truly inspirational solos – just adds a vibrancy and color to songs I thought I knew and loved on a deep level. It turns out that there was still plenty of depth I could have discovered. I just needed someone to point the way and that is exactly what these four gentlemen have done through LifeTimes.” – Seattle Times \nThese versatile musicians also collaborate with or­chestras all across the U.S. as well as internationally\, including  performing with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra and the Russian National Orchestra.   With Chris Brubeck’s compositions as a vehicle\, the BBQ has joined with chamber groups to collaborate with musicians from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Russian National Symphony Orchestra. \nAlthough the Quartet’s style is rooted in “straight-ahead” jazz\, their concerts reveal an inherent ability to explore and play odd time signatures while naturally integrating the influences of funk\, blues and world music. The group’s creativity\, technique and improvisation can be heard in their uncompromising music\, which reflects their dedication to melody\, rhythm\, culture and the spontaneous spirit of jazz. \n 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/mocact-presents-brubeck-brothers-quartet/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance,Upcoming Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T183000
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SUMMARY:MoCA\CT Sessions: Miki Aoki\, solo piano
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Miki Aoki transforms the recital into a vibrant dialogue across time. From Bach’s architectural clarity (reimagined by Busoni) to Poulenc’s modern wit\, Clara Schumann’s intimate lyricism\, and Chopin’s poetic fire\, this program bridges tradition and reinvention. An evening of elegance\, bold expression\, and fresh perspective. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/mocact-sessions-miki-aoki-solo-piano/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20260122T022916Z
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SUMMARY:MoCA\CT Presents: Etienne Charles
DESCRIPTION:Tickets \nJoin Trinidad-born trumpeter Etienne Charles at MoCA\CT as he leads a fearless quartet blending straight-ahead jazz with island rhythms\, cinematic textures\, and socially conscious themes. This performance offers a rare opportunity to experience one of today’s most compelling jazz voices in an intimate\, immersive setting. \nAbout Charles Etienne \nTrinidad-born Etienne Charles is a performer\, composer and storyteller who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound\, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance\, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music.  \nHighlighting marginalized communities and engaging with them has been his mission\, evident with projects such as his Guggenheim Fellowship Project\, Carnival: The Sound of a People Vol. 1\, San Jose Suite\, Creole Soul\, Gullah Roots\, Folklore and his latest commission\, San Juan Hill – A New York Story. His concerts engage\, enlighten\, educate\, and enrich audiences with energized multidisciplinary performance utilizing original composition\, thematic improvisation\, dance\, short films and spoken word to create a holistic experience. A firm believer in music and performance as a tool for provoking thought and dialogue\, Charles’s themes speak to the status quo while drawing parallels to history. \nAs an Afro-descendant\, his work is actively connecting the diaspora and drawing lines to the regions at the roots of migrations\, evident in his latest release\, Creole Orchestra which spent 7 weeks at #1 on the JazzWeek chart this summer. His dedication to music as a tool for social uplift has seen him awarded by France with the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres medal (2024) as well as a Congressional Citation from the United States (2012).  \nAs a sideman he has performed with and/or arranged for Roberta Flack\, Chucho Valdes\, Marcus Roberts\, Marcus Miller\, Count Basie Orchestra\, Frank Foster’s Loud Minority Big Band\, Monty Alexander\, Gregory Porter\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, René Marie\, Paulette McWilliams and many others.  He has been commissioned as a composer and arranger by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (2025)\, Lincoln Center for the New York Philharmonic (2021)\, Savannah Music Festival (2017)\, Chamber Music America (2015 & 2021)\, the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (2012) and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble (2011). \nHe currently serves as Professor of Studio Music and Jazz at University of Miami Frost School of Music.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/mocact-presents-etienne-charles/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance,Upcoming Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T203000
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SUMMARY:MoCA\CT Presents: Emmet Cohen Trio
DESCRIPTION:Emmet Cohen is one of today’s most exciting jazz pianists—a Jazz at Lincoln Center artist\, winner of the 2019 American Pianists Awards\, and an internet sensation whose YouTube performances have been viewed over 16 million times. His trio delivers performances full of energy\, soul\, and masterful improvisation\, making jazz thrilling for longtime fans and newcomers alike.\n\n\nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to experience live jazz at its very best in MoCA\CT’s intimate gallery space. Reserve your seats now for an unforgettable night of music. \n“…supremely gifted and impassioned artist of the highest order.” – All About Jazz \nMoCA\CT members receive 10% off tickets. \nGeneral Admission: $75Senior: $65Student: $50 \nTickets Here. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				About Emmet Cohen: \nCohen has achieved a comprehensive position in the world of the creative arts that extends beyond keyboard performance; he is devoted to teaching and presenting new concepts to students. Cohen serves as an international clinician\, visiting schools and colleges offering master classes\, hosting performances\, and giving lectures. In years past Cohen has supported developing artists through his \nwork with Jazz at Lincoln Center and the YoungArts Foundation\, of which he is an alumnus. He creates an educational atmosphere which encourages student performers to be responsive to their audiences. \nEmmet Cohen was the winner of the 2019 American Pianists Awards and the Cole Porter Fellow of the American Pianists Association; as such he served as Artist-in-Residence at the University of Indianapolis. In 2023 the Jazz Journalists Association named Cohen Pianist of the Year and Live-stream Producer of the Year for “Live From Emmet’s Place.” He won both the 2014 American Jazz Pianists Competition and the 2011 Phillips Piano Competition at the University of West Florida and\, as a finalist in the 2011 Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition\, he was received in the Oval Office by President Obama. \nCohen has appeared in varied international jazz events\, including the Newport\, Monterey\, Detroit\, North Sea\, Bern\, Edinburgh\, and Jerusalem jazz festivals\, as well as the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics in Russia. He has also performed at the Village Vanguard\, the Blue Note\, Dizzy’s Club\, Birdland\, Jazz Standard\, London’s Ronnie Scott’s\, Jazzhaus Montmartre in Copenhagen\, Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center’s Rose Hall\, the Cotton Club in Tokyo\, and Washington’s Kennedy Center. For many years he was Hammond B-3 organist-in-residence at Harlem’s SMOKE jazz club. \nIn addition to leading the “Emmet Cohen Trio\,” Cohen has appeared regularly with Ron Carter\, Benny Golson\, Jimmy Cobb\, George Coleman\, Jimmy Heath\, Tootie Heath\, Houston Person\, Kurt Elling\, and Billy Hart\, among others\, and is a member of Christian McBride’s “Tip City” trio and the “Herlin Riley Quintet.” He is a Mack Avenue recording artist whose premier releases on that label demonstrate his 21st century recalibration of Harlem’s “stride” piano style: “Uptown in Orbit” (2022) showcases trumpeter Sean Jones and saxophonist Patrick Bartley\, and “Future Stride” (2021) features Marquis Hill and Melissa Aldana. Cohen’s other recordings include “Vibe Provider” (2024)\, a tribute to Funmi Onanaiye; “Masters Legacy Series Volume 5: Houston Person” (2023); “Masters Legacy Series Volume 4: George Coleman” (2019); “Masters Legacy Series Volume 3: Benny Golson and Tootie Heath” (2019); “Dirty in Detroit” (2018); “Masters Legacy Series Volume 2: Ron Carter” (2018)\, a “Downbeat” top-rated album; “Masters Legacy Series Volume 1: Jimmy Cobb” (2017); “Questioned Answer” (2014)\, co-produced with Brian Lynch; “Infinity” (2013)\, featuring his Italian trio: and his acclaimed debut CD “In the Element” (2011)\, with bassist Joe Sanders and drummer Rodney Green. \nCohen holds a Masters Degree from the Manhattan School of Music and a Bachelors Degree from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music\, where he studied with the esteemed pianist and educator Shelly Berg. In his formative years he was tutored in classical piano at the Manhattan School of Music’s Pre-College Division. \nA dynamic and charismatic performer\, Emmet Cohen possesses wide-ranging talents that are invigorating the contemporary arts world both in the U.S. and abroad and are received enthusiastically worldwide. \nEmmet Cohen is a YAMAHA artist. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MoCA/CT Health & Safety Policy\nClick here for the most up-to-date health and safety guidelines. \nRefund & Weather Policy\nTickets are transferable to another concert of your choice or other individuals. If a concert is cancelled due to weather conditions\, tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. Please consider the price of unused tickets as a donation. No refunds will be issued. \n 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/mocact-presents-emmet-cohen-trio/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance,Upcoming Performances
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SUMMARY:Sessions at MoCA\CT: Latinx Musical Identities
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night that will leave you breathless. Pianist Priscila Navarro and the powerhouse Arx Duo percussionists light up the stage with the explosive sounds of Latin America. \nFeel the fire of Afro-Peruvian dance.\nSway to the elegance of Mexico’s Danzón.\nGet swept away by the passion of South America’s greatest melodies. \nThe evening builds to the Westport premiere of Jimmy López’s Perú Negro — a jaw-dropping\, high-voltage finale with two pianos and two percussionists. \nThis concert is a full-body\, heart-pounding experience you’ll talk about long after the final note. \nSeats are limited and going fast — buy your tickets now before they’re gone!
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/sessions-at-mocact-latinx-musical-identities/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
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SUMMARY:Carter Johnson\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Canadian pianist and 2024 Heida Hermanns International Music Competition winner Carter Johnson brings his exceptional artistry to MoCA\CT in an evening of virtuosic and expressive performance. Known for his technical brilliance\, nuanced interpretation\, and engaging stage presence\, Johnson has captivated audiences across North America and Europe. This special concert invites listeners to experience both the power and intimacy of the piano in MoCA\CT’s unique gallery setting. \nBuy Tickets. \nMoCA\CT Receive 10% off tickets.\nGeneral Admission $50\nSenior/Student $40
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/carter-johnson-piano/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T173000
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Putting on the Fritz with Darwin Shen and Michelle Kim
DESCRIPTION:A recital of rarely performed\, newly discovered and reconstructed works by Fritz Kreisler. \nTickets – $30 General Admissions; $15 Students; MoCA Members receive 15% off with Member ID \nViolinist Darwin Shen has been performing as a soloist in concert halls and with ensembles and orchestras all over the United States for over twenty-five years.  Although he continues to perform much of the standard violin repertoire of concertos\, sonatas and short pieces\, in recent years he has specialized in resurrecting lost or rarely performed works of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.  He has been sought after by other artists and musicians as an expert in these works\, and his most recent projects in this area have been published online. \nPianist Michelle Kim enjoys a versatile musical career as a soloist and a collaborative pianist. Currently\, she is on Collaborative Piano Fellowship at the Yale School of Music where she coaches in rehearsals and performs in recitals with graduate students. Her past engagement includes working at the Toronto Summer Music Festival\, National Concert Band\, Vic Chorus at the University of Toronto\, Mississauga Children’s Choir\, Mimico Children’s Choir and performed throughout North America at venues like National Arts Centre\, Carnegie Hall\, Chan Centre for the Arts and Tempe Centre for the Arts. In 2022\, she joined an opera training program Musiktheater Bavaria in Oberaudorf\, Germany as a collaborative piano fellow. \nPutting on the Fritz – Program\nOriginal version of Praeludium and Allegro\nBach Violin Concerto in a minor with new piano accompaniment\nBeethoven Cavatina from String Quartet op 130 arr by Kreisler\nMozart Violin Concerto no 3 1st movt with new  piano accompaniment\nRachmaninov/Kreisler Italian polka\nChaussson Poeme piano part revised by Fritz Kreisler\nStars in my eyes from the operetta “Sissy”\nGabriel Marie La Cinquantaine reconstruction of Fritz Kreisler improvised accompaniment\nKorngold Tanzlied des Pierrots reconstruction based on Kreisler recording\nPaganini La Campanella
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-putting-on-the-fritz-with-darwin-shen-and-michelle-kim/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T210000
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SUMMARY:ECHOES: East Coast Contemporary Ballet's Opening Fall Season
DESCRIPTION:ECHOES\nEast Coast Contemporary Ballet’s opening Fall Season\nA mixed bill that spans East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s existence\, featuring pieces from 2019 onward\, a brand-new version of Deconstructed and a world premiere. \nWith works that echo their past and usher them into their present\, audiences will enjoy a varied program and a kaleidoscope look at ECCB’s five years as they enter boldly into their sixth.  \nTickets here. \n$50 Adult; $30 Student
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/echos-east-coast-contemporary-ballets-opening-fall-season/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T200000
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Classical Guitar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary evening of classical guitar featuring the gifted local artist Andrei Orasanu and Carlos Bedoya at 7 pm on Saturday\, November 2 at MoCA CT! These two talented guitarists have received international acclaim for their participation in guitar competitions and festivals. \nTicket price: $20 for adults\, children up to the age of 18 are free. RESERVE YOUR TICKETS \nA masterclass for guitarists will take place at 10-12 at MoCA on Saturday November 2nd. The masterclass program is open to the public and is free. Click here for more information about participating the masterclass program with Carlos Bedoya. \nTHIS PROGRAM IS SPONSORED BY MUSIC FOR YOUTH INC.  \nCarlos Bedoya\, bio \n“A complete musician that excels in all range of styles.” (Ernesto Bitetti)\, Colombian guitarist Carlos Bedoya is a rising concert artist currently pursuing a D.M degree at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music where he also serves as Associate Instructor. Apart from performing\, Bedoya also enjoys teaching\, and furthering cultural enrichment through community engagement and volunteering opportunities. \nAs an avid competitor\, Bedoya has garnered more than 20 top prizes in national and international competitions including: Chicago Guitar Festival\, Art Farm at Serenbe Guitar Competition\, Appalachian State Guitar Competition\, University of Memphis International Guitar Competition\, Sinaloa International Guitar Competition\, Hong Kong IFA Guitar Competition\, Florida State University Guitar Competition\, Southern Guitar Festival\, Sarajevo International Guitar Festival\, Philadelphia Classical Guitar Competition\, amongst others. \nSome of his most significant concert engagements include performances at the Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic\, Florida State University\, Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society\, Antioquia Music Fest\, the Cape Classical Artist concert series\, Uniquindio Guit-Art Festival\, and special appearances at the International Clarinet Association\, the Cartagena Music Festival\, and at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.   \nAside from his career as a performer\, Bedoya maintains a busy teaching schedule and has an avid enthusiasm for singing and conducting. Bedoya is also an occasional composer and arranger and is currently a Yamaha classical guitar ambassador. \nvideos \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSt7neTm0rc \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH44uEZIRjU \nwebsite \nhttps://www.carlosbedoyaguitar.com/#/ \n  \nAndrei Orasanu\, bio \n  \nAndrei is a young American classical guitarist with Romanian roots. He began playing the instrument at the age of 5 with the help of his father and under the direction of his first teacher Daniel Hartington. During the years he has studied with many other teachers including Katty Mayorga\, James Kerr\, Scott Hill and for the last seven years with Dr. Tudor Niculescu-Mizil. He also studies music theory and composition with composer/pianist Lyudmila German. \n  \nAndrei has participated in many prestigious national and international competitions and festivals such as Boston Guitar Fest\, Sinaia International Guitar Festival\, Altamira International Guitar Competition\, James Stroud Classical Guitar Competition\, Guitar Foundation of America where he took altogether over thirty prizes in his age group as well as in higher age categories. Over the years he has had the opportunity to work in masterclasses and private lessons with prominent guitarists and teachers such as Rene Izquierdo\, Zoran Dukic\, Gabriel Bianco\, Joao Luiz\, Judicael Perroy\, Thibaut Garcia\, Andrew Zohn\, Jason Vieaux and many others.  \n  \nHe performs regularly in the Music for Youth events around Fairfield County under the kind and enthusiastic guidance of Misty Beyer as well as playing chamber music in a guitar trio directed by Scott Hill. Last year Andrei had the opportunity to play in the GFA orchestra conducted by Sergio Assad and Benjamin Verdery for the GFA’s 50th edition anniversary that took place at Manhattan School of Music in NY City.  \n  \nVideos \nhttps://youtu.be/cxXW36j8O3I?si=5MomTpwZwRUeK1ub
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/an-evening-of-classical-guitar/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240129T173523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T184124Z
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Viano String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nDescribed as “hair-raising\, with bolts of lightning flashing from many pages” by the American Record Guide and praised for their “virtuosity\, visceral expression\, and rare unity of intention” by the Boston Globe\, the Viano Quartet is one of today’s most sought-after young ensembles. Viano represents the unity of four individual string instruments blending together as one voice.  \nCurrently artists-in-residence at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Bowers Program (2024-2027)\, the Viano Quartet has captivated audiences worldwide since winning First Prize at the 2019 Banff International String Quartet Competition. \nPrepare to be swept away by an evening of artistic brilliance where every performance resonates with profound artistry and technical brilliance. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event! Make it a full evening by arriving early to explore our latest exhibition and enjoy a pre-show drink with fellow music lovers. Grab your tickets now and be part of a night that will inspire for years to come.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-viano-string-quartet/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240129T172715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T183949Z
UID:10000858-1728154800-1728160200@mocact.org
SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Sean Lee & John Bitoy
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nWaltz into a night of classical brilliance with a modern edge with the extraordinary talents of American violinist Sean Lee and Afro-Dominican pianist John Bitoy\, two visionaries pushing the boundaries of the genre. \nSean Lee\, renowned for his electrifying live performances of Paganini’s Caprices\, has shared the stage with icons like Itzhak Perlman and has The New York Times praising his performances as “breathtakingly beautiful.” John Bitoy\, celebrated for his dynamic interpretation of both classical and contemporary works\, brings a fresh perspective\, championing composers from the African diaspora with a dynamic flair that has mesmerized audiences from the Chicago Symphony Center to Andy’s Jazz Club. \nWhen these two trailblazers come together\, expect a night of music that’s not just innovative but utterly transformative. \nJoin us early at 6:30 PM to dive into our current exhibition and savor a pre-concert drink\, all within the lively\, art-filled ambiance of MoCA. This is more than a concert—it’s an experience. Grab your tickets\, break away from the ordinary\, and embrace the future of classical music.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-sean-lee-john-bitoy/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240129T172955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T204917Z
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Steven Feifke Trio – Jazz at Lincoln Center Emerging Artist
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nStep into the electrifying world of jazz with GRAMMY-winning pianist and composer Steven Feifke. Celebrated by JAZZIZ and DownBeat magazine as one of today’s most exciting jazz artists\, Feifke is set to deliver a performance that’s more than just music—it’s a powerful\, immersive experience. \nFeifke’s dynamic performances have captivated audiences on FOX\, NBC\, and CBS\, and now he’s bringing his trio’s infectious rhythms to MoCA CT. This is your chance to witness a master at work\, blending classic jazz with fresh\, groundbreaking compositions that are redefining the genre. \nJoin us on September 20th for an unforgettable evening as Feifke and his trio transform MoCA into a vibrant musical haven. From soulful melodies to electrifying grooves\, each moment promises to take you on a journey through the rich tapestry of modern jazz. Be sure to arrive early\, starting at 6:30 PM\, to explore our current exhibition\, enjoy a drink\, and soak in the buzzing atmosphere before the music begins. Don’t miss this chance to witness jazz at its finest.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-steven-feifke-trio-jazz-at-lincoln-center-emerging-artist/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240711T132750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T150617Z
UID:10002825-1723982400-1723989600@mocact.org
SUMMARY:Family Day featuring Oran Etkin: Timbalooloo
DESCRIPTION:Family Day\, August 18 from 12-2 PM \nRegister Now. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nAfrican Drumming Demo with multi-instrumentalist Kwame’ Henry Jones\nEnjoy a musical journey led by award-winning Oran Etkin: Timbalooloo\nArt Tents: Meet our dedicated teachers and explore various art mediums\, allowing families to engage creatively. \nIce Cream Treats served by the South Norwalk Ice Cream truck\nExplore our current exhibition and teaching garden\nThe Artisan Marketplace is open from 12-4 PM\, handcrafted items made by local artisans are available for purchase\n\nJoin us for Family Day on August 18th from 12-2 PM at MoCA CT. Timbalooloo will provide an engaging jazz-centered musical performance at 1 PM. The South Norwalk Ice Cream truck will be on hand serving treats for everyone to enjoy. This event allows visitors to explore our galleries\, classrooms\, grounds and garden\, as well as learn about new initiatives. From 12-1 PM\, African Drumming Demo with multi-instrumentalist Kwame’ Henry Jones. Dive into the world of West African rhythms using authentic instruments\, including Djembe\, Doundoun\, and Shakere’. Mr. Jones\, a beloved artist in Fairfield County\, will teach us how music shares thoughts\, ideas\, and stories. Music activities are suitable for toddlers to age 12.  \nTimbalooloo’s mission is to inspire and empower a new generation to become proficient in the language of music. Celebrating varied musical traditions and encouraging creativity\, Timbalooloo celebrates diverse musical traditions and encourages the creation of new music. Oran Etkin\, Timbalooloo’s creator\,  is widely recognized as one of the top clarinetists and composers of his generation. He was recently voted the #1 rising star clarinetist in Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll and regularly performs at major jazz festivals worldwide. Etkin has also contributed to numerous albums\, including a Grammy Award-winning compilation. \nOur outdoor Artisan Marketplace will also be running from 12-4 PM and offer a wide variety of unique\, handcrafted items. From jewelry and pottery to textiles and artwork\, there will be something for everyone to enjoy and appreciate. The galleries inside will also be open to enjoy our latest exhibition\, ColleCTomania. It’s an exhilarating exhibition displaying over 100 Swiss posters from the renowned Tom Strong\, among others. You won’t want to miss it. \nFree for MoCA members\, $20 admission for non-members and $5 for children under 5 years old. \n  \nAbout Oran Etkin: Timbalooloo: \nTimbalooloo seeks to uplift communities by exposing children and families to the richness of global culture in New York and beyond. They seek to empower a new generation to become fluent in the language of music through a unique approach inspired by the way children learn languages fluently.  Instruments come to life and speak through their music and children create music by making their instrument talk. We center our practice around respect for the child and their self-expression\, celebration of diverse traditions and an inspiration to create new music. \nThrough our highly trained Timbalooloo teaching artists\, we offer classes through various partner schools and community organizations. While Timbalooloo is centered in New York\, we have been getting increasing international attention and now tour the Timbalooloo live concerts at major venues worldwide (from Kennedy Center to Istanbul Jazz Fest\, North Sea Jazz to Shanghai Theater). We have also begun licensing the method and providing teacher training to partners worldwide so they can spread the joy of Timbalooloo to their communities. Yet the core of our work continues to be in New York City\, deepening bonds in our community through music and a celebration of culture. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/family-day-featuring-oran-etkin-timbalooloo/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240418T172404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T172451Z
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SUMMARY:Charles Ives Music Festival: INFINITE
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\nSoloist to large ensembles will perform Inconvenient Wounds by Reene Esmail\, And Birds Are Still by Takashi Yoshimatsu\, Nifrasch by Jon Cziner\, Mother Goose Suite by Maurice Ravel\, and The Unanswered Question by Charles Ives\, with addendum by Paul Frucht.\n\nThe Charles Ives Music Festival (CIMF) artists hold positions in major American Orchestras\, lead chamber ensembles\, and perform on Broadway. CIMF concerts honor the legacy of Charles Ives through performances of his works\, music of other American composers and musicians\, and music that transcends the traditional boundaries of classical music to incorporate other styles of music.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/charles-ives-music-festival-infinite/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240624T150829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T154723Z
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SUMMARY:MoCA Some Noise - Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Mic night at MoCA CT featuring acoustic music\, poetry\, and slam poetry on Friday\, July 26 from 6:30-8:30 PM! Everyone is invited to participate and attend. \nGet your tickets to participate or attend here. \nOpen Mic night is FREE for Members to watch; MoCA Member Participation is FREE; General Admission $10; Participation Fee $5 \n*NEW* To give everyone their time to shine\, we ask that all participants keep their set to 5 minutes max.  \nContact Kristen at kristen@mocawestport.org with questions. \n 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/moca-some-noise-open-mic-night-5/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,HP Featured,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240720T174225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T174225Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield County Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join East Coast Contemporary Ballet and Thomas/Ortiz Dance for a summer evening of inspiring ballet\, contemporary and modern dance. \nPerformances are FREE and open to the public. \nNew England Ballet Theatre & Ballet Hartford will be guest companies at this performance.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/fairfield-county-dance-festival/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240524T173125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T150757Z
UID:10002464-1717785000-1717792200@mocact.org
SUMMARY:MoCA Some Noise - Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Mic night at MoCA Westport featuring acoustic music\, poetry\, and slam poetry on Friday\, June 7 from 6:30-8 PM! Everyone is invited to participate and attend. \nGet your tickets to participate or attend here. \nOpen Mic night is FREE for Members to watch; MoCA Member Participation is FREE; General Admission $10; Participation Fee $5 \nContact Kristen at kristen@mocawestport.org with questions.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/open-mic-night-june7/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,HP Featured,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240129T173144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T173756Z
UID:10000860-1717182000-1717187400@mocact.org
SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Herlin Riley – Jazz at Lincoln Center
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nCome as early as 6:30 PM to purchase a drink and check out the current exhibition. \nHerlin Riley is a native of New Orleans. He’s a member of a New Orleans musical family (The Lastie Family). Today he’s considered to be one of the most premier and prolific drummers in the world today. The range of his musical experiences makes the demand for his drumming skills a first call for performers\, recording artist and teaching engagements. Herlin started on the drums when he was three. He played trumpet through high school but went back to drums after college. Soon afterwards he began getting more calls to play drums than trumpet. In the early 80’s Herlin switched to playing the drums exclusively and was called to London\, Australia and Europe to play in a 1920’s style musical called “One Mo Time“. Immediately following\, he got the call to play with trumpeter Al Hirt. After leaving Hirt’s band he spent 5 years with jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. In 1988 Herlin was invited to play with the Wynton Marsalis Quintet\, which augmented to a septet and later became The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. As a member of The LCJO\, Riley played a large roll in developing the drum parts for Wynton Marsalis’s Pulitzer Prize–winning recording “Blood On The Fields“. Herlin has also played and/or recorded with Harry Connick Jr.\, Jon Batiste\, George Benson\, Dr Lonnie Smith\, Dianne Reeves\, Cassandra Wilson\, Ruth Brown\, Dr John\, Cubanismo\, McCoy Tyner\, John Clayton\, Dee Daniels\, Ambrose Akinmusire\, Junko Onishi\, Yutaka Shiina\, Rufus Reid\, Ellis Marsalis\, Steve Turre\, Terence Blanchard\, Nicolas Payton\, Ellis Marsalis\, Branford Marsalis\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Victor Goines\, Clifford Lamb and many more. Riley has collaborated with two other New Orleans drummers (Shannon Powell and Jason Marsalis) to form a group called The New Orleans Groove Masters. In 2020 The Groove Master recorded a single entitled “Get Back” during the Covid 19 pandemic. Herlin Riley is also an educator and lecturer in jazz drumming and percussion. Herlin was an adjunct professor at the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University in Chicago\, The Juilliard School of Music in New York and The University of New Orleans jazz studies program. He has four recordings as a leader “Watch What You’re Doing” & “Cream Of The Crescent” on the Criss Cross Jazz label and “New Direction” & Perpetual Optimism” on the Mack Avenue label. Herlin Riley is the featured artist in the book and video titled “New Orleans Jazz and Second Line Drumming. In addition he wrote the forward to the book ” Drumsville The Evolution Of The New Orleans Beat“\, written by Robert H. Cataliotti. \nPhoto by James Wighams of JWP Photographer Studio in New Orleans
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-herlin-riley-jazz-at-lincoln-center/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240129T173338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T173806Z
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Stella Cole (Jazz at Lincoln Center Emerging Artist)
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nCome as early as 6:30 PM to purchase a drink and check out the current exhibition. \nTo watch Stella Katherine Cole perform is to be transported back in time. Her voice\, personality\, and presence all shine with a timeless quality\, as if she’s been plucked straight out of an old MGM movie. The joy she derives from the music of the Great American Songbook is irresistible. Spend a few minutes scrolling through the thousands of comments on her viral singing videos\, and you’ll see she has people of all ages falling in love with this music. \nOn her highly anticipated debut studio album\, produced by Matt Pierson\, Stella will perform a collection of her favorite standards with an all star band featuring Alan Broadbent\, Ben Paterson\, and Chico Pinheiro. For Stella\, singing is putting herself inside the lyrics of a song and letting the story carry her away. She sings these songs like they were written about her own life\, an approach that requires deep emotional vulnerability. The sensitivity and honesty in Stella’s performances is deeply moving. People wiping tears from their eyes is not an uncommon sight throughout Stella’s performances. In combination with her rich tone and impressive vocal control\, her unique approach to song interpretation will set her versions of these classics apart from any you’ve heard before. \nAbout Stella Cole: \nStella Katherine Cole is a multifaceted performer based in New York City. You might know her from social media\, where she has amassed well over half a million followers and nearly 6 million likes from posting singing videos that are beloved by a worldwide audiences of all ages. Her videos have been reposted and praised by musicians like Michael Bublé\, James Taylor\, and Meghan Trainor and Broadway legends like Betty Buckley\, Stephanie J Block\, and Donna Murphy. In New York\, Stella has performed at iconic venues such as Dizzy’s Jazz at Lincoln Center\, Birdland\, 54 Below\, Town Hall\, Mezzrow\, and the Cafe Carlyle as a guest soloist with Darren Criss. She has toured the country with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox (PMJ). She recently collaborated with PMJ on a jazzy cover of “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus. The music video has already racked up a combined total of 5 million views between PMJ’s youtube and Stella’s social media. Stella is recording her highly anticipated debut studio album this summer with producer Matt Pierson. \nStella first fell in love with the Great American Songbook as a toddler\, transfixed by movies like The Wizard of Oz\, Meet Me in St. Louis\, and Signing in the Rain. These old movie musicals and their stars continue to impact her work today. Her biggest inspirations are Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand\, two powerhouse performers who straddled the world of jazz\, musical theatre\, and popular music.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-stella-cole-jazz-at-lincoln-center-emerging-artist/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240219T173952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T173952Z
UID:10000865-1714156200-1714163400@mocact.org
SUMMARY:MoCA Some Noise | Open Mic Night: Poetry Month Special
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Mic night at MoCA Westport featuring acoustic music\, poetry\, and slam poetry on Friday\, April 26th at 6:30 PM! Everyone is invited to participate and attend. \nGet your tickets to participate or attend here. \nOpen Mic night is FREE for Members to watch; MoCA Member Participation is FREE; General Admission $10; Participation Fee $5 \nContact Isabelle at isabelle@mocawestport.org with questions.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/moca-some-noise-open-mic-night-poetry-month-special/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,HP Featured,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T062323
CREATED:20240108T165754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T160824Z
UID:10000844-1711209600-1711215000@mocact.org
SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Frederic Chiu & David Gonzalez
DESCRIPTION: Come as early as 6:30 PM to check out the current exhibition. Purchase tickets here. \nThe Carnival of the Animals is a musical suite composed by the French composer Camille Saint-Saëns. It comprises 14 separate pieces\, each one suggesting a particular animal. It has become one of the most popular pieces in history\, often serving as an introduction for young audiences to Classical music.  David Gonzalez’s original free-verse poetry brings a fresh\, modern perspective on Saint-Saëns’ music. \nThe French composer Camille Saint-Saëns wrote the Carnival of the Animals (Le carnaval des animaux) while on vacation\, for a rag-tag student orchestra. He considered the piece frivolous\, but it was an instant hit. He therefore banned performances of it and did not allow his publisher to release it during his lifetime (except for one piece that became an instant classic – the Swan). Only after his death was the entire suite published. \nWhen it was finally published\, it appeared in multiple forms: the original version for 11 instruments\, for full orchestra\, for 2 pianos\, for 1 piano-4 hands\, and for solo piano. \nThe version Frederic Chiu is playing is for solo piano. Because of the difficulty for the solo pianist playing the parts of 11 instruments at the same time\, it turns a piece that might be frivolous into something much more virtuosic and\, at the same time\, more personal and touching. \nAbout Frederic Chiu: \nFrederic Chiu performs in major venues on five continents\, such as Lincoln Center in New York\, the Kennedy Center in Washington\, The Chatelet in Paris\, or the Mozarteum in Buenos Aires\, and extensive tours in smaller and unusual venues. He collaborates with Classical music friends Joshua Bell\, Pierre Amoyal\, Gary Hoffman and the St Lawrence String Quartet\, as well as non-Classical friends like jazz pianist Bob James\, writer/storyteller David Gonzalez\, Shakespearean actor Brian Bedford\, and the clown Buffo\, trying to bring the vivid live concert experience to as many people as possible. He has worked with conductors such as Christoph Campestrini\, John Nelson\, Stefan Sanderling\, Rodolfo Fischer\, Susan Haig\, Bernhard Klee\, Xian Zhang and Alexander Titov. \nAmong his recital programs\, Frederic Chiu presents “Classical Smackdown\,” an on-going series where composers face off in head-to-head comparisons\, with listeners voting for their favorite composer. After his first successful Smackdown between Debussy and Prokofiev\, he presented Bach vs. Philip Glass\, with results tracked at ClassicalSmackdown.com. The latest installment: Young Geniuses Smackdown between Mendelssohn and Chopin before the age of 20. \nFrederic Chiu has released over 30 recordings\, including the most extensive complete piano works of Prokofiev\, works of Chopin\, Liszt\, Ravel\, Mendelssohn\, Brahms\, Schubert\, Rossini and Grieg\, as well as the Beethoven/Liszt Symphony V and VII\, and the solo piano version of Carnival of the Animals. His recent projects include “Hymns and Dervishes\,” music of Gurdjieff/de Hartmann\, “Distant Voices: Piano music of Claude Debussy & Gao Ping” and Schubert Fantasy for Violin and Piano with William Harvey. He is a regular on St. Paul Sunday and Performance Today\, and a favorite of public radios across the country. \nChiu’s teaching program Deeper Piano Studies – a philosophic and holistic approach to piano playing – has been featured at the Juilliard School\, Indiana University’s Jacob School of Music\, the Manhattan School of Music\, the New England Conservatory\, the Banff Centre and most of the National Conservatories in China. He currently teaches at both Carnegie Mellon University and The Hartt School in Hartford\, CT. \nWith his wife\, Jeanine Esposito\, Chiu is the co-founder and artistic director of Beechwood Arts and Innovation in Connecticut\, focused on the crossroads between art\, innovation and transformation. His efforts to promote music coincide with his desire to foster peace and understanding\, recently recognized by a Senatorial Commendation from the United States Congress. He has been\, for more than 35 years\, a Yamaha artist\, and has explored the integration of their instruments ranging from the highest-quality acoustic to the purely digital\, and all the different hybrid combinations in between. \nAbout David Gonzalez\, Doctor of Arts: \nDavid is the recipient of the International Performing Arts for Youth “Lifetime Achievement Award for Sustained Excellence”. Mr. Gonzalez was named a Joseph Campbell Foundation Fellow and was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for “Unique Theatrical Experience” for his production of The Frog Bride at Broadway’s New Victory Theater. He has created numerous productions\, including the critically acclaimed ¡Sofrito! with The Latin Legends Band\, and MytholoJazz\, both of which enjoyed sold-out runs at New Victory Theater. David completed Wounded Splendor\, a two-year residency and commission from the University of Maryland that celebrates the natural world and our responsibility to it. Sleeping Beauty\, featuring Bach’s Goldberg Variations\, premiered at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. David was a featured performer at the National Storytelling Festival\, and has performed at festivals in Spain\, Switzerland\, France\, Costa Rica\, Norway\, Puerto Rico\, and throughout the United States. He also appeared for three seasons at the Royal National Theatre in London. Mr. Gonzalez was the Artistic Director for The Alliance for a New Humanity\, an international service organization dedicated to peace and sustainability. The Man of the House was commissioned by and premiered at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. \nMr. Gonzalez’ work Double Crossed: The Saga of the St. Louis toured nationally\, including a run at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1998. The same year\, David was honored with the Helen Hayes Performing Artist of the Year Award. As If the Past Were Listening\, a suite of creation myths\, was selected for Lincoln Center Institute’s repertory for three seasons. David’s Latin Jazz poetry project City of Dreams was commissioned by the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and premiered at La Mama Theater. He wrote Finding North\, a one-man play based on Underground Railroad hero John Parker that was commissioned by the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and performed at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center; Aesop Bops! and co-wrote Mariel\, an Afro-Cuban musical set in the turbulent times of the Mariel boatlift from Cuba\, with Grammy-nominated songwriter John Forster. Mariel is the winner of the Macy’s “New Play Prize for Young Audiences.” David is also the author of the opera libretto Rise for Freedom! produced at the Cincinnati Opera\, and Jimi and Mr. B\, a musical commissioned by the Empire State Plaza Performing Arts Center. His long form poem Oh Hudson in collaboration with violin virtuoso Mark O’Connor commemorates the Hudson quadricentennial\, and his version of The Carnival of the Animals with classical piano virtuoso Frederic Chui\, has toured nationally. David received his doctorate in Music Therapy from New York University and taught there for ten years. \nDavid’s poetry was featured at Lincoln Center’s Out-of-Doors Festival\, Bill Moyers’s documentary Fooling with Words on PBS\, NPR’s All Things Considered\, and the World Science Festival among many other venues. His poetry book\, Soundings\, is available wherever books are sold. He was the host of New York Kids on WNYC for eight seasons. He earned a doctoral degree from New York University in Music Therapy and has conducted numerous seminars\, workshops\, and lectures\, and worked as a music therapist in clinical and educational institutions. He is the Artistic Director of Crisalida Communications\, an organization that supports communities through arts outreach. Online at www.crisalidacom.com
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-frederic-chiu-david-gonzalez/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:MoCA Some Noise | Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Mic night at MoCA Westport featuring acoustic music\, poetry\, and slam poetry on Friday\, March 8th at 6:30 PM! Everyone is invited to participate and attend. \nGet your tickets to participate or attend here. \nOpen Mic night is FREE for Members to watch; MoCA Member Participation is FREE; General Admission $10; Participation Fee $5 \nContact Isabelle at isabelle@mocawestport.org with questions.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/moca-some-noise-open-mic-night-4/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,HP Featured,Performance
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Michelle Pauker
DESCRIPTION:Come as early as 6:30 PM to purchase a drink and check out the current exhibition. Purchase tickets here.  \nAbout Michelle Pauker: \nMichelle Pauker is an actress\, singer-songwriter\, and artist raised in Westport\, CT.  You may have caught Michelle’s past MoCA performance \, “Broadway Through the Ages\,” and her “Joni Mitchell Tribute: The Gallery” which played to a sold-out audience! Past credits include A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Idaho Shakespeare Festival)\, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Great Lakes Theatre Co.)\, Into The Woods (Forestburgh Playhouse). Michelle would like to thank her friends at MoCA for the opportunity to connect with you through art and music.  
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-michelle-pauker/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:Performing Arts at MoCA: Anthony Hervey – Jazz at Lincoln Center Emerging Artist
DESCRIPTION:Come as early as 6:30 PM to purchase a drink and check out the current exhibition. Purchase tickets here.  \nAnthony Hervey\, who was recently recognized by Grammy.com as one of “10 emerging artists to know in 2023\,” has impressed audiences across the globe as a first-call sideman for luminaries such as Christian McBride\, Jon Batiste\, Michael Bublé\, and Wynton  Marsalis\, who described Hervey as a “beautiful trumpet player of the first magnitude.” \nHe was a member of the nationally renowned Dillard Center for the Arts Jazz Ensemble in Fort  Lauderdale\, Florida\, and afterward earned admission to the prestigious Juilliard School.  There he honed his craft and graduated with a B.M. in 2019 and an M.M. in 2020.  His debut album\, “Words From My Horn\,” is a blend of soulful and cerebral compositions that draw from his personal\, musical\, and spiritual memories. \nAdditionally\, Hervey has been commissioned to write for esteemed groups and organizations\, including   The Westerlies\, Jazz at Lincoln Center\, and The Soapbox Presents “ Stoop Sessions.” He was recognized by the ASCAP Foundation\, earning an Honorable Mention for the Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards for his composition “Brass Games.” He is also on Christian McBride’s Grammy Award-winning Big Band Album\, “For Jimmy\, Wes\, and Oliver”\, which was released on Mack Avenue Records. Beyond the studio and stage\, Anthony Hervey has also ventured into acting\, impressively showcasing his trumpet skills in the Hulu anthology series Monsterland. \nHe is committed to preserving the rich legacy of Jazz while infusing it with relevance for the present.  He has personally experienced the power of music to uplift and inspire.  As a result\, he strives to share that joy with others and make a positive impact on their lives through the art of Jazz. With unwavering dedication\, exceptional talent\, and a deep appreciation for the heritage of jazz\, Anthony Hervey is poised to leave an indelible mark on the music world.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/performing-arts-at-moca-anthony-hervey-jazz-at-lincoln-center-emerging-artist-2/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:Music at MoCA: Django Festival Allstars
DESCRIPTION:Django’s unmistakable cool and jumping ‘joie de vivre’ style made him an icon for greats from Carlos Santana to Eric Clapton to Jimi Hendrix. Dorado\, Samson\, and Amati\, along with Francko Mehrstein on rhythm guitar and Gino Roman on bass carry on Django’s legacy. All are from the Lorraine region of France where Django’s music reigns supreme. The band has toured the US every year to top festivals\, concert halls and clubs such as The San Franciso Jazz Festival\, Newport Jazz The Kennedy Center\, Carnegie hall\, and 24 years at legendary Birdland in NYC! \nThis music will lift you up\, send your feet dancing in your seat as Dorado\, Samson and Amati swing like crazy. The group’s music transports listeners to Paris in the 1920s and ’30s\, when gitane music filled the air and Django was king. It was a romantic time in Paris in those days. The music today still thrills audiences and smells of romance with ballads that can break your heart!  \n“Sensational\, hardest swinging band at the Newport Jazz Festival” — Downbeat Magazine \n“Best show in town” — Wall Street Journal \n“Some of the best musicians in the world” — Leonardo DiCaprio \nClick here to purchase tickets. 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/django-festival-allstars/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:SPECIAL EVENT: An Evening of Holiday and Classical Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening of holiday and classical tunes performed by Joe Bush (piano) and Kristen Young (violin).  Arrive early to explore our exhibition\, From the Pen to the Knife\, and purchase a drink or cocktail of your choice. \nProgram includes: \nTchaikovsky Pletnev – Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies\, Beethoven Pathetique\, Rachmaninoff Prelude in G minor\, Liszt Un Sospiro\, Bach/Busoni Chaconne\, Fauré Violin Sonata No. 1 first movement\, and holiday tunes. \nJoseph Bush is a graduate of the University of Connecticut (UCONN) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in music under the tutelage of Irma Vallecillo. He received his masters in piano performance from Indiana University studying under Alexander Toradze. Joe has played in numerous venues over many diverse genres. He has taken part in the Wendell P. Whalum recital series at the Hampton University Ministers’ Conference. In December 2016 he debuted with the South bend symphony alongside his teacher Mr. Toradze playing the first movement of Prokofiev’s 3rd Piano concerto. After graduating he has been the artist in residence at Calvary Presbyterian Church in Newburgh New York. Since being there\, he has revived and developed their choral program to include 20+ members. He has also organized and performed in numerous concerts. In 2018 Joe was featured in the Howland Chamber Music Circle pop up concert accompanying cellist Daniel Frankhuizen and soprano Rachel Hall\, and playing solo works. In 2020 he won second place in the National Association of Negro Musicians (NANM) New York\, regional competition where he was also the recipient of one of the two national encouragement prizes. Joe makes his living teaching privately\, maintaining a studio of over 50+ students. He also accompanies all over Fairfield County and the greater New York area. \nKristen Young graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Master of Music in Violin Performance and a Graduate Certificate in Arts Management and Entrepreneurship\, and from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Music in Music Management. Kristen heads the Music at MoCA Concert Series and is the admin for the Heida Hermanns International Music Competition. She also teaches violin at the Westport School of Music.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/special-event-an-evening-of-holiday-and-classical-tunes/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:Music at MoCA: Heida Hermanns Competition Celebration (Classical)
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate 50 years of the Heida Hermanns legacy featuring indoor performances by Heida Competition alumni. More details TBA. \nLearn more and purchase tickets. 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/music-at-moca-heida-hermanns-competition-celebration-classical/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:Music at MoCA: Roman Rabinovich (Classical)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert in the gallery! Arrive early to purchase delicious food and drinks and to experience our current exhibition with complimentary access. Gallery seating will be provided. \nThe eloquent pianist Roman Rabinovich has been highly lauded by The New York Times\, BBC Music Magazine\, the San Francisco Classical Voice and others. He has performed throughout Europe and the United States. \nPraised by The New York Times for his “uncommon sensitivity and feeling”\, the eloquent young pianist Roman Rabinovich was top prizewinner of the 12th Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition in Israel in 2008\, He made his Israel Philharmonic debut under Zubin Mehta at the age of 10\, and has since appeared as a soloist throughout Europe and the United States\, most recently with orchestras including the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and Sir Roger Norrington\, Scottish Chamber Orchestra\, Meiningen Hofkapelle\, Orquestra Sinfónica do Porto Casa da Música\, the NFM Leopoldinum Orchestra and Szczecin Philharmonic in Europe\, and Seattle Symphony\, Buffalo Philharmonic\, Sarasota Orchestra\, Des Moines Symphony\, Sinfonia Boca Raton in the US. \n  \nLearn more and purchase tickets. 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/music-at-moca-roman-ravinovich-classical/
LOCATION:MoCA Westport\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Performance
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