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Moody Amiri

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There are no borders between East and West in the eclectic music of Moody Amiri—a groundbreaking, international duo comprised of Iranian santur player Amir Amiri and Canadian violist Richard Moody. They make their Middlebury debut with a program of engaging and distinctive sounds fusing elements of traditional Persian music with jazz, classical, Indian, and modern spiritual styles. Tickets: $22/16/6
$22/16/6

Modigliani String Quartet

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Formed by four close friends in 2003, this ensemble was named for the famous painter because “Modigliani was something really special … an artist who had his own style and stayed true to it.” Aspiring to stay true to their own voices, the quartet plays works by Mozart and Debussy, plus Dvorák’s “American” quartet. Made possible with generous support from the Sunderman Family Concert Endowment Fund, in memory of Dr. F. William Sunderman Jr. and Dr. Carolyn Reynolds Sunderman. A Nelson Series event. Free; no tickets required.

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

Free
Open to the Public

Josh Pinkham Trio

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Performing Arts Series
Mandolinist Josh Pinkham has been named “the future of the mandolin” by Mandolin Magazine, and dubbed “one of the most important young improvisers on the acoustic scene today” by mandolin legend David Grisman. Known for pushing the mandolin into new and old territory—excelling in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Jazz, and Classical music—Pinkham’s trio  will be rounded out by acclaimed, in-demand, ensemble players bassist Ethan Jodziewicz and guitarist Jason Borisoff.

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

$22/16/6
Open to the Public

Steven Isserlis, Cello; Richard Egarr, Harpsichord

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Performing Arts Series
In 2015, internationally acclaimed cellist Steven Isserlis and harpsichordist Richard Egarr released a celebrated disc of baroque viola da gamba sonatas, which the Strad called “a revelation of simple beauty.” The duo opens the eighth Middlebury Bach Festival playing these sonatas by Boccherini, Scarlatti, Handel, and Bach. A Bach Festival and Nelson Series event. Reserved seating. Tickets: $28/22/6

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

$28/22/6

Imani Winds

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Performing Arts Series
Long requested by Middlebury students, and extolled by the Washington Post as “exuding a sultry sophistication,” the Grammy nominated Imani Winds are renowned for their dynamic playing, culturally poignant programming, and adventurous collaborations. Their program “Classically Improvised” includes arrangements of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, a Piazzola tango, classical woodwind quintet repertoire, and more. A Nelson Series event. Tickets: $28/22/6; PASS members $22/16/5

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

$28/22/6; PASS members $22/16/5

Heath Quartet

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Performing Arts Series
Returning to Middlebury with a new Gramophone Award and second violinist Sara Wolstenholme in tow, the extraordinary Heath Quartet—the series’ first-ever quartet in residence—performs a rich, mixed repertoire program including works by Haydn, Tippett, Bach, and Mendelssohn. Pre-concert lecture by Professor of Music Larry Hamberlin, 7:00 PM, Room 221. Made possible with generous support from Olin C. Robison. A Nelson Series event. Reserved seating. Tickets: $28/22/6

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

$28/22/6

Grace Kelly Quartet

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Performing Arts Series
Saxophonist, singer, and composer Grace Kelly plays with the heart and passion of an old soul—yet the genrebending zest and energy of a 24-yearold. A regular on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert’s band—Jon Batiste and Stay Human—Kelly recently released her 10th CD as a bandleader and performs around the globe. Tickets: $28/22/6

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

$28/22/10/6
Open to the Public

Hamlet and Saint Joan

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Performed by Bedlam; directed by Eric Tucker

He is a dark, enigmatic prince obsessed with seeking revenge for his father’s death. She is a steadfast rebel who challenged the powers of the church to restore France to greatness. Iconic figures from two great dramatic classics— Shakespeare’s Hamlet (Friday) and Shaw’s Saint Joan (Saturday)—are brought vividly to life in riveting, stripped-down stagings by four actors from the acclaimed New York theatre company Bedlam. Tickets: $28/22/6

Wright Theatre

$28/22/6

Hamlet and Saint Joan

Sponsored by:
Performing Arts Series
Performed by Bedlam; directed by Eric Tucker

He is a dark, enigmatic prince obsessed with seeking revenge for his father’s death. She is a steadfast rebel who challenged the powers of the church to restore France to greatness. Iconic figures from two great dramatic classics— Shakespeare’s Hamlet (Friday) and Shaw’s Saint Joan (Saturday)—are brought vividly to life in riveting, stripped-down stagings by four actors from the acclaimed New York theatre company Bedlam. Tickets: $28/22/6

Wright Theatre

$28/22/6

Music From China

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Performing Arts Series
For three decades, Music From China has been at the crossroads of East and West, and has carved a unique place in the music world by playing not only traditional repertoire, but the latest in contemporary works as well. Critics have praised the ensemble as “musicians of extraordinary accomplishment and sensitivity, performing sophisticated, involving music” (Kansas City Star). No strangers to Middlebury, Music From China last performed on the series in 1999, and are frequent visitors to the Summer Language Schools.

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

Open to the Public