Music in the Gardens 101

The narrated programs in this series provide an invaluable opportunity to hear first-hand from master musicians about the genres of music they perform and their sources of inspiration. Designed to appeal to musicians, non-musicians, and people of all ages, the programs include a question-&-answer period after each performance.

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The Glories of Arab Music

Saturday, May 9, 1–2:30pm
(Narrated program.)

The Sephardic Music Experience featuring Kat Parra

Saturday, May 23, 1–2:30pm
(Narrated program.)

Patrick Ball’s
Legendary Music: Tales of the Celtic Harp

Saturday, August 22, 1–2:30pm
(Narrated program.)

Marcus Shelby Jazz Orchestra

Saturday, August 29, 1–2:30pm
(Narrated program.)

Queens of New Orleans

Saturday, September 19, 1–3pm
(Narrated program.)

Balamcoatl: Mesoamerican Music & Dance

Saturdays, June 20, July 11, August 29, 12–1pm
(Narrated program.)


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