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SUMMARY:A Little Lunch Music: Ben Kulp and Ludovic Sardain
DESCRIPTION:Join Ben Kulp\, cello\, and Ludovic Sardain\, piano\, for a concert as part of UVMC’s free lunchtime series A Little Lunch Music. Known for his thoughtful programming\, this concert will feature favorites from classical and contemporary repertoire.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/a-little-lunch-music-ben-kulp
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Little Lunch Music,Faculty Performance,Performances,Piano,Suzuki
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T190000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Music Parties
DESCRIPTION:Interested in playing chamber music? Looking for a friendly group of musicians to play with? Not sure how to get started\, or need to find the right musicians to play your favorite music? Join UVMC for a series of chamber music sight reading parties. We provide the space and the sheet music so you can focus on enjoying playing music. All instruments and voices are welcome. \nSpace is limited. Please RSVP using the form at least one week in advance so we can place you in group and select music.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/chamber-music-parties/2026-11-06
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T183000
DTSTAMP:20261021T152638Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T152638Z
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SUMMARY:Bal Folk Workshop & Dance with Jeremiah McLane\, Tim Cummings\, McKinley James & Mary Wesley
DESCRIPTION:Balfolk is a form of social folk dancing popular in northern and western Europe\, gaining popularity in the US. This event brings together masters of the musical and dance tradition from New England and Canada. \nIn the music workshop (3:00 to 4:30 pm)\, Jeremiah\, Tim and McKinley will introduce tunes typically included in a balfolk dance\, which includes bourree\, scottish\, waltz\, polka\, rigaudon and mazurka. Instrumentalists will learn tunes and have the opportunity to play along with the band for one set in the 6 pm dance. Mary Wesley will lead a dance workshop (3:00 to 4:30 pm) for anyone who wants an introduction to the moves before the dance.  \nAll are welcome to join in for a dance with music by Jeremiah McLane\, Tim Cummings\, McKinley James and calling by Mary Wesley. No partner or experience is needed to participate. Dances are accessible and easy to learn quickly\, with a variety of forms and energy levels that will keep dancers moving and smiling all evening! 
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/bal-folk-workshop-dance-with-jeremiah-mclane-tim-cummings-mckinley-james-mary-wesley
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Lebanon\, 10 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Guest Artist,Traditional,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20261021T193008Z
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SUMMARY:Choral Concert featuring Sol y Canto
DESCRIPTION:Upper Valley choruses come together for a performance with special guests Sol y Canto. Our resident choral ensembles\, the UVMC Children’s Chorus and Community Chorus at UVMC\, are joined by Lebanon-based Harmony Night. Each ensemble will perform an original song composed and arranged by Sol y Canto\, as well as repertoire from their fall concerts. Details TBA.  \nSol y Canto is the award winning Pan-Latin ensemble led by Puerto Rican/Argentine singer and percussionist Rosi Amador and New Mexican guitarist\, singer and composer Brian Amador. Featuring Rosi’s crystalline voice and Brian’s lush Spanish guitar and inventive compositions\, Sol y Canto is known for making their music accessible to Spanish- and non-Spanish speaking audiences of all ages. In this concert\, Rosi and Brian will be joined by Queralt Giralt on cello/vocals. Since 1994\, Sol y Canto has brought audiences to their feet from the Kennedy Center to the California World Music Festival\, Boston’s Symphony Hall\, Puerto Rico’s Museo de Arte and the Philadelphia Museum of Art\, as well as countless club shows and house concerts. The Boston Globe hails them as “sublime ambassadors of the Pan-Latin tradition”.   \nThis residency is supported in part by the Couch Family Foundation\, and in part by the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts\, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the six New England state arts agencies.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/choral-concert-featuring-sol-y-canto
LOCATION:Lebanon Opera House\, 51 North Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Choral,Guest Artist,Guitar,Partnerships,Performances,Student Performance,Voice,Woodwind, Brass, Percussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T183000
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SUMMARY:Songwriter Circle
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a warm and welcoming space to share your music with other creative people? The Upper Valley Music Center offers the opportunity for songwriters to play music for each other in an encouraging environment. Whether you are a seasoned songwriter or just mustering the courage to sing or play in front of people\, you will be welcomed and listened to here. Composers of songs without words are also welcome to come share their music. This event will be hosted by UVMC Faculty Members including Julie Ness and others TBA. \nRSVP appreciated but not required. Payment for this program is completely optional\, and gratefully appreciated. Your voluntary contribution to the basket makes it possible for the event to remain free for newcomers & those who are unable to pay. Use the code “dropinfree” to waive payment on drop-ins.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/songwriter-circle/2026-11-13
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guitar,Voice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T183000
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SUMMARY:Slow Jam
DESCRIPTION:Whether meeting in-person or online via zoom\, this session is low-pressure session that is welcoming to all levels and instruments. Play along to your favorite fiddle tunes at a gentle tempo. We’ll play tunes from a variety of genres and styles\, including Irish\, New England\, Quebecois\, Old Time\, and more. Amy Cann and George Fowler will lead our sessions.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/slow-jam-2-2/2026-11-13
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guitar,Jams,Traditional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T163000
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SUMMARY:Upper Valley Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of conductor Mark Nelson\, the Upper Valley Symphony Orchestra presents its fall concert at the Lebanon Opera House. Opening with Aaron Copland’s bracing Fanfare for the Common Man\, the program features Brahms’s peerless Symphony No. 4 — a work that distills a lifetime’s experience\, by a composer at the very top of his game.  Also included on the program is Samuel Barber’s First Essay for Orchestra\, a work which shares stylistic similarities with the composer’s famous Adagio for Strings.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/upper-valley-symphony-orchestra
LOCATION:Lebanon Opera House\, 51 North Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical,Performances,UVSO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T183000
DTSTAMP:20261015T142807Z
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SUMMARY:Technique Tune Up: Cello
DESCRIPTION:In Technique Tune Up workshops\, UVMC faculty review the fundamentals of technique for playing or singing\, so that you can build confidence and refresh your memory. These workshops are especially for musicians who studied or played at an earlier part of their lives\, but need a refresher to prepare for joining an ensemble or making practice a regular habit again. Technique Tune Up workshops are free and open to the community\, with pre-registration required. w \nThis workshop will be led by UVMC’s cello teacher Chris Bedoya\, and help you reconnect with your cello playing. In this workshop\, Chris will help you recover lost techniques\, learn new approaches to practice\, and build your confidence to enjoy playing again. \nNo instrument? No problem! UVMC has a limited number of instruments that will be available for use during this workshop. Please contact us if you are interested in using a UVMC instrument.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/technique-tune-up-cello
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tune Up,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260928T171843Z
CREATED:20260924T175934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T171843Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Latin Rhythms
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 20: Puerto Rico\nFriday\, January 29: Mexico\nFriday\, March 19: Brazil\nFriday\, April 30: Argentina \nJoin Ernesto Villalobos for a series of workshops exploring music from Latin America. Each workshop will focus on a single region and its musical traditions\, including Puerto Rico\, Mexico\, Brazil\, and Argentina. Workshops are open to all instruments and experience levels\, and will include a range of participation to accommodate and include players of diverse backgrounds. Each workshop will conclude with an opportunity for socializing\, with time for listening to music together\, dancing and refreshments. \nErnesto Villalobos is a virtuoso violinist\, composer\, and singer-songwriter. Ernesto won the 2022 Grammy for his contributions to the Best Latin Jazz Album “Fandango at the Wall in NY\,” in collaboration with Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra and other esteemed artists\, including his brothers Alberto and Luis (The Villalobos Brothers). This captivating album was later transformed into an HBO MAX documentary\, highlighting the profound impact of music as a bridge between cultures and a force for unity. \nAt the age of 18\, Ernesto was recognized as the youngest-ever recipient of a Fulbright scholarship in classical music (awarded by the United States Department of State). Since then\, his musical journey has been one of remarkable ascent\, receiving numerous commissions to write and perform his own music as a soloist with renowned symphony orchestras\, including the San Francisco Symphony\, Santa Rosa Symphony\, and Sun Valley Symphony\, among others. He continues to collaborate and record with legendary musicians such as Eddie Palmieri\, The Chieftains\, Dolly Parton\, Lila Downs\, Tom Morello\, Bruce Springsteen\, Morley\, Leni Stern\, Adam Feder\, and The Shul Band\, among many others. \nErnesto holds advanced degrees from the Manhattan School of Music\, Kibbutz Eilon in Israel\, and Bayerische Musikakademie in Germany. He received guidance and mentorship from a remarkable lineup of teachers\, including Ida Haendel\, Shlomo Mintz\, Patty Kopec\, Carlos Marrufo\, and Joan King\, all contributing greatly to his exceptional musical journey and artistry.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/workshop-latin-rhythms/2026-11-20
LOCATION:Upper Valley Music Center\, 8 South Park Street\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guest Artist,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T160000
DTSTAMP:20261020T170159Z
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SUMMARY:Rose Hegele & Roseminna Watson: Portals\, Portals Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Upper Valley Music Center presents a faculty concert featuring Rose Hegele\, soprano\, and Roseminna Watson\, violin. The program will feature music for violin and soprano that scrapes the inner and outer edges of emotional experience\, including the music of György Kurtág\, Kaija Saariaho\, Juhi Basal\, Rose Hegele\, Missy Mazzoli\, and Gustav Holst. \nARTIST BIOS \nCanadian soprano Rose Hegele explores the extremes of human vocal and artistic expression in 20th and 21st century music. Active across genres – including avant garde music\, contemporary opera\, and chamber music – Rose creates healing spaces for audiences to embrace their complexity and humanity. She has performed at venues including Boston’s Symphony Hall\, the Institute of Contemporary Art\, and Carnegie Hall. Recent highlights include performing as “Gloria (Double)” in Tod Machover’s opera VALIS at MIT in September 2023\, premiering William Thomas McKinley’s “The Recycler ” with the Lugano Percussion Ensemble on their 2023 US tour\, performing Arnold Schoenberg’s “Pierrot Lunaire” with Lowell Chamber Orchestra in October 2022\, and performing a split bill recital with pianist Sarah Cahill at the Center for New Music (San Francisco\, CA) in July 2022. Dedicated to education through artistry\, Rose has presented masterclasses at Brown University\, Roger Williams University\, Frost School of Music\, Berklee College of Music\, Clark University\, Wildflower Composers Festival\, and Boston Singers Resource. A collaborative tour de force\, Rose is committed to working with others in diverse musical environments. She is a founding member of Der Gestanke Pierrot Ensemble\, Peridot Duo\, and Into the Light Ensemble\, and sings with Nightingale Vocal Ensemble and Vox Futura. \nViolinist\, singer\, composer and multimedia artist Roseminna Watson is fascinated by the human body as a vehicle that can carry us closer to the divine. Her artistry across mediums is imbued with a haunting immediacy and poignant nostalgia. She is a member of the Providence-based new music collective Verdant Vibes and founder of the Pandemic Polyphony project —an ever-expanding platform for collaborative connection between creators of all kinds across the boundaries of physical distance and\nisolation (pandemicpolyphony.org). She is the co-founder and curator of the Cape Cod concert series\nMUSIC IN THE STUDIO in collaboration with painter Cammie Watson and half of Humming Owl —\na duo with her singer/songwriter/sitarist husband\, Pablo Escalante. She holds a B.A in Visual Art from\nYale University\, an M.M. in Violin Performance from Stony Brook University\, and an A.D. in Chamber\nMusic from San Francisco Conservatory of Music. She is the former first violinist of the prize-winning Aiana String Quartet. Ms. Watson has recently performed the world premieres of her most recently-\ncompleted original works — Divinatum Dolorem for piano\,violin and voice\, and Rooms of the Body for string quartet. You can find her solo album\, Limbic Hymnal (2017) at roseminnawatson.com.
URL:https://uvmusic.org/event/rose-hegele-roseminna-watson-portals-portals-everywhere
LOCATION:AVA Gallery & Art Center\, 11 Bank St\, Lebanon\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,Classical,Faculty Performance,Guest Artist,Performances,Voice
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