Events
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Festival For Pianists
Presented by Winchester Community Music School at Winchester Community Music School June 25-June 29, 2012 Open to pianists ages 7-18, this Festival for pianist is a great way to make new friends and share music together! It helps build musicianship skills that go far beyond what is taught in the regular your weekly piano lesson. This program features three levels, Music Reader Presto (ages 7-10), Collaborative Piano (ages 9-18), The Well-Rounded Pianist (ages 11-18), and Master Class Track (ages 11-18). No Audition required. Simply register for the program. All participants must submit a...
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Winchester Community Music School |
06/25/12 -
06/29/12 |
Winchester Community Music School, Winchester |
Vocal Arts Festival
Presented by Winchester Community Music School at Winchester Community Music School June 18-June 22, 2012 Open to singers ranging from ages 10-18, male and female. This week-long Festival is designed to assist you with the integration of singing with movement and acting to bring your vocal study to a new level. Each participant is assigned two pieces of music, musical theatre and art song, along with an acting dialogue. These tools will be used throughout the week to help you learn that singing is much more than "just singing."
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Winchester Community Music School |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Winchester Community Music School, Winchester |
Free WGBH Studio Tours
Presented by WGBH at WGBH February 9, 2010 - Ongoing Go behind the scenes for a free 45-minute tour of WGBH's all-digital studios at One Guest Street in Boston's Brighton neighborhood.
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WGBH |
02/09/10 -
Ongoing |
WGBH, Boston |
First Saturday Open Studios
Presented by Western Avenue Studios at Western Avenue Artist Studios January 7-September 3, 2012 Join the over 200 artists of the Western Avenue Studios for First Saturday Open Studios from 12-5PM. We open our doors on the first Saturday of every month. Visit a variety of artists in their workspaces: painters, photographers, mixed media artists, jewelers, sculptors, fiber artists, potters, glassworkers, and more! Talk to artists about their process and take home art for yourself or a loved one. Parking is free and plentiful! The Western Avenue Studios is at 122 Western Ave in...
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Western Avenue Studios |
01/07/12 -
09/03/12 |
Western Avenue Artist Studios, Lowell |
Fridays At Trinity
Presented by Trinity Church Boston at Trinity Church Boston February 10, 2012 - Ongoing Enjoy this weekly series of midday organ concerts featuring innovative programs by recitalists from across the United States and abroad. There is no charge for admission, but we invite a donation of $10. Wheelchair accessible.
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Trinity Church Boston |
02/10/12 -
Ongoing |
Trinity Church Boston, Boston |
Preview Screening! Wes Anderson's MOONRISE KINGDOM
Presented by The Brattle Theatre at The Brattle Theatre May 31, 2012 (2012) dir Wes Anderson w/Kara Hayward, Jared Gilman, Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Tilda Swinton, Harvey Keitel, Frances McDormand, Jason Schwartzman [94 min] ••• The Brattle is thrilled to be presenting this special preview screening of the newest film by Wes Anderson, MOONRISE KINGDOM. Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, the film tells the story of two 12-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into...
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The Brattle Theatre |
05/31/12 |
The Brattle Theatre, Cambridge |
Bring your bottles and cans to Stone Zoo!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo April 14-October 13, 2012 If you are interested in not only helping the environment but contributing to a worthy cause, bring your empty bottles and cans to Stone Zoo during the Bottle and Can Drive – held the second Saturday of each month, April through October.
All of the proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit conservation efforts supported by Zoo New England, the non-profit organization that manages Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo.
The 2012 dates are:
April 14
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Stone Zoo |
04/14/12 -
10/13/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Stadium South Boston Open Mic Tuesdays
Presented by The Stadium Sports Bar and Grill at Stadium Bar and Grill October 11, 2011-June 5, 2012 The Stadium in South Boston hosts an open mic night for all genres of music. It is done with a 'full band' set up. Drums, guitar, bass, and mic provided by the hosts. Open mic starts at 10pm.
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The Stadium Sports Bar and Grill |
10/11/11 -
06/05/12 |
Stadium Bar and Grill, Boston |
Wednesday Concert Series
Presented by The Church of St. John the Evangelist at St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston) May 2-May 30, 2012 5/2/12: Ian Pomerantz (baritone) ans Juhyun Lee (piano) will present Schumann's Dichterliebe (Opus 48).
5/9/12: Grace Shryock (oboe) and Paul Carroll (piano) will perform works by Goossens and Marcello.
5/16/12: Grant Randall (trombone) and colleagues will perform works by Bertali, Bolter, Liszt and Schutz.
5/23/12: Weston Wind Quintet and friends will perform works by Janacek, Poulenc and Ravel.
5/30/12: Victoria Suchodolski (piano) and William Kenlon...
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The Church of St. John the Evangelist |
05/02/12 -
05/30/12 |
St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston), Boston |
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Wednesday Concert Series
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The Church of St. John the Evangelist |
06/06/12 |
St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston), Boston |
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Wednesday Concert Series
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The Church of St. John the Evangelist |
06/13/12 |
St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston), Boston |
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Wednesday Concert Series
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The Church of St. John the Evangelist |
06/20/12 |
St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston), Boston |
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Wednesday Concert Series
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The Church of St. John the Evangelist |
06/27/12 |
St. John the Evangelist, Beacon Hill (Boston), Boston |
Walking Tour of Green Street
Presented by Jamaica Plain Historical Society at Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center June 9, 2012 Join the Jamaica Plain Historical Society on a trip along Green Street. Laid out in 1836, the street played a key role in Jamaica Plain’s development, functioning as a residential, commercial, and transportation conduit in the lives of the district’s residents. Although Green Street was subdivided as early as 1851 for stores, factories and houses, it was not extensively developed until the late 1870s with construction continuing until the early 1900s. The Bowditch School was...
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Jamaica Plain Historical Society |
06/09/12 |
Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center, Boston |
The Next Generation, Youth Composers
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center June 12, 2012 The Next Generation
Featuring the Composer-Performer-Repertory Ensemble
Hear the music and words of four prolific, prize-winning, teenaged composers -- Nicholas Davies, Lev Mamuya, Christopher Staknys, and Matthew Woodard. Each will perform their own composition and will discuss their work and the creative process with composer Howard Frazin. Rockport Music Executive Director Tony Beadle moderates. Open to the public, no reservations required.
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Rockport Music |
06/12/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
Master Class with David Deveau
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center June 19, 2012 Watch a master pianist and teacher coach young artists in advanced repertoire. A renowned member of the music faculty at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, David Deveau has presented master classes in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. Open to the public, no reservations required.
David Deveau is a pianist on the faculty at MIT and the Rockport Music Artistic Director.
Free and open to the public, no reservations required.
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Rockport Music |
06/19/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
Centennials pre-concert talk
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center June 9, 2012 Pre-Concert Talk
Dr. Elizabeth Seitz provides her insights into two masterpieces celebrating 100th anniversaries: Schoenberg’s Pierrot Lunaire (1912) & Stravinsky’s Le Sacre Du Printemps (1913).
Dr. Seitz is a musicologist, author, lecturer, and Professor at Boston University.
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Rockport Music |
06/09/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
Parker Quartet Free Family Concert
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center June 16, 2012 :::Rockport Chamber Music Festival:::
Free Family Concert - Parker Quartet
The Parker Quartet presents an eclectic mix of music that will explore the incredible spectrum of the classical music repertoire. Enjoy Intimate Letters, gem-like Microludes, captivating Impressionism, and strokes of genius by some of the greatest composers both past and living. Featuring music by Janá?ek, Kúrtag, Debussy, and Mozart. Free and open to the public, no...
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Rockport Music |
06/16/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
BeatCity Art Ensemble Free Family Concert
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center June 23, 2012 :::Rockport Chamber Music Festival:::
Discover the roots of contemporary chamber music with The BeatCity Art Ensemble, featuring piano, percussion, flute, strings, and even the accordion! Hear how jazz, tango, and folk songs have influenced the work of composers like Claude Bolling, Astor Piazolla, and Bela Bartók. Be part of the music making as BeatCity--with your help--crafts a brand new composition on the spot. Free and open to the public, no reservations required.
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Rockport Music |
06/23/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
Medium Without Measure
Presented by School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston at School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston May 19-June 2, 2012 "MEDIUM WITHOUT MEASURE" is a multi-media exhibition celebrating 2012 graduates of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston featuring 2011–12 award recipients, works from artists across programs, plus undergrads in the Senior Thesis Program. Taking place throughout the School, this exhibition includes film screenings, performances, concerts and more. Opening reception: May 19, 5–7 pm. Free.
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School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston |
05/19/12 -
06/02/12 |
School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Boston |
A Night of Short Films
Presented by Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council at Sargent Memorial Library June 8, 2012 As an adjunct to the Our World Foreign Film Series, the ABCC offers a selection of short films from Boston-area film makers. There will be a Q&A/discussion period with some of the film makers afterward.
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Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council |
06/08/12 |
Sargent Memorial Library, Boxborough |
Metro Boston Race Amity Day: A Festival for the Human Family
Presented by Wheelock College, National Center for Race Amity at Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway June 10, 2012 On June 10 on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, join thousands from all walks of life in a celebration of the regions diverse culture, ethnicity and history. This free, fun-filled family event will feature local celebrity hosts, Boston’s best live musical entertainment, dance, art exhibits, Brett the Yo-yo King, Curious George and other children characters, spoken word artists, as well as with concessions with food from around the world. The event will also feature a Health and Wellness...
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Wheelock College, National Center for Race Amity |
06/10/12 |
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Boston |
Playground Meet-Ups #4
Presented by Leventhal-Sidman JCC at Robbins Farm Park June 22, 2012 Make new friends for you and your kids and cool off at a shady playground on Friday, June 22 at 10am. Join the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston at Robbins Farm Playground (51 Eastern Avenue) in Arlington. Geared for families with children ages 0-5 years, with adults. No charge. Open to the entire community. In case of inclement weather, contact 617-841-8009 after 9am on Friday, June 22 for an update. Find the JCC staff member at the playground in a blue t-shirt by the wooden house...
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Leventhal-Sidman JCC |
06/22/12 |
Robbins Farm Park, Arlington |
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Exhibition I
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North Shore Arts Association |
05/05/12 -
06/02/12 |
North Shore Arts Association, Gloucester |
The Small Stage: Still Life
Presented by Newton Open Studios at NewTV May 14-June 15, 2012 Work by 5 NOS artist - an exploration of the still life format, presenting a varied and delightful sampling that challenges preconceived notions of the genre. Myrosha Dziuk, Marian Dioguardi, Andrea Kemler, Ellen Fisher, and Martha Doolin. Curated by Ellen Fisher.
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Newton Open Studios |
05/14/12 -
06/15/12 |
NewTV, Newton Highlands |
Family Music Festival
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music June 10, 2012 Music and family fun in the Park! Join us as we fill the Lowell School Park with musical fun and activities for all ages. Enjoy family picnic games, face-painting, crafts, bake sale, concerts and a musical instrument "Petting Zoo."
Concert Schedule:
12:15pm: African Drumming & Dancing
1:00pm: NSM Musicians in the Park
1:00pm: Ethan Rossiter - The Family Fun Band (indoor concert at $5/person)
2:00pm: Musikgarten Family Sing(and...
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New School of Music |
06/10/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |
Artists Who Teach
Presented by Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center at Multicultural Arts Center May 1-August 17, 2012 Aimee Kerr, Elizabeth Menges, Melissa Chaney, Lolly Lincoln.
RECEPTION: Thursday, May 3, 4-6 PM.
A selection of work by the multi-talented art teachers in the Cambridge Public Schools. In the Lower Gallery.
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Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center |
05/01/12 -
08/17/12 |
Multicultural Arts Center, Cambridge |
Retazos del Sol (Traces of the Sun)
Presented by Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center at Multicultural Arts Center April 26-August 31, 2012 Collographs and paintings by Afro-Cuban artist Choco.
RECEPTION: Thursday, May 3, 6:30-8:30 PM.
Choco utilizes collography in his work, a printmaking technique in which the image is composed from a variety of textured materials placed on a plate, then inked and pressed. These materials, often discarded remnants, are recycled by Choco and turned into vibrant images that beckon to be touched. In the Upper Gallery
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Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center |
04/26/12 -
08/31/12 |
Multicultural Arts Center, Cambridge |
Shoe-making and shining workshop and Open Studio with Stacy Scibelli
Presented by Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) at Mills Gallery at the BCA June 9, 2012 Drop-In Shoe-making/Shoe-shining Workshop and Open Studio | Saturday, June 9 1-4pm | Artist Studios Building
BCA artist resident Stacy Scibelli will open her studio and share her work! Also, drop-in to create a simple slipper shoe out of paper and leather or learn some simple shoe-shining techniques.
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Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) |
06/09/12 |
Mills Gallery at the BCA, Boston |
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The Fenway Victory Gardens: Finding History Inside and Out
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Massachusetts Historical Society |
06/05/12 |
Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston |