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The King's Singers

7:30 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

The world’s superlative vocal sextet is acclaimed for both its virtuosity and its irresistible charm, earning the group a vast international audience. The first half of the a cappella program is drawn from their recording Pater Noster: A Choral Reflection on The Lord’s Prayer. After intermission, they take a tour around the globe with songs from their Postcards Project, a collection of folk and popular songs amassed on their travels. Music Department chair Jeffrey Buettner offers a pre-concert lecture at 6:30 PM. Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series. Reserved Seating.

Middlebury Chapel

Open to the Public

Syncopated Ladies: Master Class

10:00 AM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

In conjunction with their concert later this evening, contemporary tap dancers Syncopated Ladies offer two master classes. Contemporary master class: 10:00-11:30 AM in the Mahaney Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre. Tap master class: 1:30-2:30 PM in McCullough Student Center, Wilson Hall. Sponsored by the Rothrock Family Fund for Experiential Learning in the Performing Arts. Free

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Pre-performance Dinner

6:00 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

Before settling into the Robison Hall for an evening of chamber music, join fellow concertgoers for a delicious, seasonal meal. Meet friends or make new ones at this catered buffet dinner, seated family style. Meal tickets: $30; cash bar.

Mahaney Arts Center Lower Lobby

Open to the Public

Dinner and Conversation with Friends

6:30 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

The pre-performance dinner is back by popular demand! Before settling into the Robison Hall (Concert Hall) for an evening of chamber music, join fellow concertgoers for a delicious, seasonal meal. Meet friends or make new ones at this catered buffet dinner, seated family style. Tickets: $25

Mahaney Arts Center Lower Lobby

Open to the Public

Pre-concert lecture for PASS members

6:30 PM ET

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Members of the Performing Arts Series Society (PASS) are invited to a talk by Professor of Music Larry Hamberlin about the works to be performed by the Doric String Quartet. Enjoy a backstage peek into the pre-concert experience. A members-only event; membership information: 802-443-PASS (7277) or go.middlebury.edu/pass

Mahaney Arts Center 221

Open to the Public

Pre-concert Lecture for PASS Members

6:30 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

Members of the Performing Arts Series Society (PASS) are invited to a talk by Professor of Music Greg Vitercik about the music to be performed by the Heath Quartet. Enjoy a backstage peek into the pre-concert experience. A members-only event; membership information: 802.443.PASS (7277) or go.middlebury.edu/pass

Mahaney Arts Center 221

Open to the Public

Pre-Concert Lecture by Nathan Laube

2:15 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series, the Middlebury Bach Festival, and the Office of the President.

Middlebury Chapel

Open to the Public

PASS Scholars Reception

6:00 PM ET

Sponsored by:: Performing Arts Series

Join us for an end-of-the-year celebration of the arts! All Performing Arts Series Society (PASS) Scholars are invited to enjoy dinner and student entertainment as we share the highlights of our successful season. We’ll also share a sneak peak of our artists for the 2017-2018 Season!