Week of Events
Damien Sneed’s “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey”
Damien Sneed’s “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey”
Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey takes audiences through Damien Sneed’s original arrangements of gospel, jazz and classical favorites. The show features a cast of 10 singers and musicians performing well-known holiday classics such as “Silent Night,” “This Christmas,” and “Joy To The World". It also includes excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and many […]
Newcomers Tour of the Woodland Opera House
Newcomers Tour of the Woodland Opera House
We have a historic landmark in Woodland and Newcomers will get a chance to take a backstage tour. Learn its secrets and lore as a docent walks you through this building. There is no charge for the tour, but a donation to maintain this lovely space would be appreciated. Due to COVID concerns we will […]
Musics of the World
Musics of the World
Gamelan Samba School Mariachi Ensemble Capoeira Ensemble We will require proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test at the door. Please take a moment to read the latest information on attending our events. Direct link to the livestream Juan Diego Díaz is an ethnomusicologist with a geographic research interest in Africa and its diaspora. […]
Johannes Brahms and Clara Schumann
Johannes Brahms and Clara Schumann
Clara Schumann: Piano Trio in G Minor, op. 17 Johannes Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, op. 34 A Shinkoskey Noon Concert Proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test will be required at the door. Please take a moment to read the latest information on attending our events. Direct link to the livestream. A native of Northern […]
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Presented in conjunction with the conference Rethinking the History of Indonesian Music, a conference made possible by the Henry Luce Foundation. Wayang Bali, the Balinese Shadow Play (which features a live gamelan accompaniment), is one of the most revered traditional art forms in the world. According to Balinese philosophy, a wayang performance is a symbol of the cosmos. The […]
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Proud to represent Indigenous culture, the group believes unity is possible though music and dance. Members interpret Inuit traditions masterfully, with joy and sincerity.
Jazz Artist Veronica Swift at Mondavi Center
Jazz Artist Veronica Swift at Mondavi Center
Last time the Mondavi Center hosted Veronica Swift in 2019, she captivated audiences with four thrilling nights of jazz standards. At just 27 years old, Swift has built a résumé that even many late-career jazz singers would envy: tours as a featured vocalist with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Chris Botti; a guest collaboration with Michael Feinstein; […]