For enduring appeal, the comic operas of Gilbert & Sullivan rank second only to Shakespeare in the history of English-language theater. But how did W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan create the operas that have linked their names in fame for more than a century? The Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island answersContinue reading “Very Truly Yours, Gilbert & Sullivan, performed by a quintet of singers with piano accompaniment”
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Tennessee Walt’s Bristol & Beyond: The Roots of Country Music
Tennessee Walt’s Bristol & Beyond: The Roots of Country Music This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Bristol Sessions, also known as “the Big Bang of Country Music.” No less an authority than Johnny Cash wrote, “These recordings in Bristol in 1927 are the single most important event in the history of country music.” Continue reading “Tennessee Walt’s Bristol & Beyond: The Roots of Country Music”
The Orchestra, with Prof. Craig Boyd
The Orchestra Join Professor Craig Boyd as he examines each of the four instrumental families of the orchestra, how they produce sound, how they are categorized and their function inthe orchestra. Sat 10/29 1-2:30 PM To Register: Call (631) 324-0222 Ext. 3, Stop by the Adult Reference Desk OR Visit the Eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-orchestra-tickets-27957915879
The Symphony – with Prof. Craig Boyd
Join Professor Craig Boyd as he examines each of the four most commonly used movements that makes up a Classical Symphony. Attendees will be able to understand what a movement is; define a symphony; listen, recognize and understand the musical form and comprehend the relationships between each movement independently. To Register: Call (631) 324-0222 Ext.Continue reading “The Symphony – with Prof. Craig Boyd”
Music Performance – Tennessee Walt
Music Performance – Tennessee Walt The classic country music of the 1920s through the 1950s—the music of Hank Williams, Jimmie Rodgers, the Carter Family, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and more—will be coming to the East Hampton Library! Tennessee Walt’s The Other Great American Songbook is a one-man concert starring Gayden Wren as “Tennessee Walt” andContinue reading “Music Performance – Tennessee Walt”