![]() ![]() Together, they create timeless, one-of-a-kind performances of haunting improvised soundscapes. Spellbinding vocalist Arooj Aftab is the first Pakistani American to win a Grammy, MacArthur genius Vijay Iyer is an influential pianist, and multi-instrumentalist/composer Shahzad Ismaily has performed with Lou Reed and Tom Waits. Airing on nearly 300 public radio stations across America, the radio show features musical performances from seasoned legends and emerging stars.Īrooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, and Shahzad Ismaily Join Grammy-winning country and bluegrass star Kathy Mattea for an episode of “Mountain Stage” recorded live from the Fife Theatre, featuring Hot Tuna, Malcolm Holcombe, Mick Flannery, and Viv & Riley. The performance is filled with personal letters, stirring shadow puppetry, and joyous live drumming. Rwandan writer and activist Odile Gakire “Kiki” Katese takes the stage with Ingoma Nshya, the Women Drummers of Rwanda, for “The Book of Life,” a deeply moving perspective on life, loss, and recovery. The program includes Haydn’s string quartet, “The Bird ” Brahms’ exuberant "Quintet for Strings in G Major " and the premiere of Scottish composer James MacMillan’s "Viola Quintet." Having first performed at the Moss in 2014, the ensemble returns for the center’s anniversary season, joined by leading violist and Juilliard faculty member Hsin-Yun Huang. Virginia Tech students will have exclusive access to master classes and other special on-campus engagement events with renowned artists and ensembles, and area school-aged students will be treated to special matinee performances and in-school workshops with artists.īrentano String Quartet with Hsin-Yun Huang, viola ![]() Ammons brings a new perspective to the center’s lineup, creating a focus on artists who effortlessly cross genres.Ĭomplementing the center’s performances and exhibitions are a lineup of free experiences offering deeper connections with artists, ideas, and community members, including pre- and post-performance talks with artists and Virginia Tech faculty members on timely topics. North Carolina artist Shirlette Ammons returns this season as the center’s independent guest performing arts curator. The 2023-24 season is brimming with vibrant voices and fresh perspectives from around the world - from legendary performers, family-friendly cirque, and spectacular Broadway productions, to jazz and global music, innovative dance and theatre works, and classical favorites.Ī special collection of programs examines the impact of climate change, encouraging conversations about the world’s environmental challenges and inspiring hope for the future. Tickets are on sale for the Moss Arts Center’s 10th anniversary season beginning at 10 a.m. ![]()
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