The Saturday: a magical evening of food and music

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They’ve saved a seat just for you!

 

The Art of the Duo: Kinan Azmeh, clarinet, and Dinuk Wijeratne, piano return for the last stop on this summer’s tour of N. and S. America. That’s right, Ottawa, Argentina, NYC, and Claremont!

(Multicultural Buffet Dinner prior to the concert at 5:30)
Saturday, August 15th, 2015
Concert, 7pm, admission by freewill donation

Join us this Saturday at the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts​ for these amazing internationally acclaimed musicians. Multicultural Buffet Dinner at 5:30pm, and concert (by donation) at 7pm. A fusion of their classical and jazz training, and inspired by their heritage (Syrian and Sri Lankan), their performance is a celebration of the unique passion only music can express. A part of the WCCMA’s Summer Concert Series at Union Church, made possible by Concertmaster Sponsor Mascoma Savings Bank.

Multicultural Buffet features food from around the world, including Lebanese, Korean, Norwegian, American, Italian, Greek, and more. Reservations appreciated: [email protected]. Adults $10, students $5.

Summer Concert Series’ 8th Season Schedule announced!

The West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts is pleased to announce the full 2015 Season of the Summer Series at Union Church in Claremont, our 8th Season! This year offers an exciting variety of professional musicians, including returning favorites and new performers to the series. All concerts are open to the public with no required admission, but donations are encouraged to support the series. The series is held at Union Church located at 133 Old Church Rd in Claremont.

_MG_0003Yankee Brass Band
Friday, July 24th, 6:30pm
Outside concert – bring a chair or blanket; rain location inside church
Performed on antique instruments and authentic music scores; an entertaining auditory living-history experience often to a sold-out crowd.

Food will be available to purchase starting at 5:30, and will be available through the concert if weather is good.

_MG_8434From Mediterranean to Caribbean: Classical and New Music
Sunday, August 9th, 3:00pm
Trios, Quintets, and a Micro-orchestra perform works by Azmeh, Lezcano, Mozart, Paganini, and more! Featuring grammy nominated guitarist Jose Lezcano, local flautist Melissa Richmond, and principal violinist of the Walt Disney Orchestra Lisa Ferrigno.

 

Multicultural Buffet Dinner
Saturday, August 15th, 5:30 – 6:45pm
Homemade food from cultures around the world, including Indian, Lebanese, Italian, Korean, American, Mexican, and more. Served buffet style. Adults $10, students $5

_MG_9208Complex Stories, Simple Sounds
Saturday, August 15th,7:00pm
Internationally renowned performers and composers Kinan Azmeh, clarinet, and Dinuk Wijeratne, piano, return to perform their unique fusion of jazz, classical, and world music traditions.


_MG_7480 copyNature, Nymph, and Souls: Music for Voice, Flute, and Piano
Sunday, August 30th, 3:00pm
Works by Strauss, Reinecke, Schubert, and Corigliano featuring performances by Angela Biggs, soprano; Hugh Keelen, piano; Jenna Rae, mezzo-soprano; and Melissa Richmond, flute.

 

The Summer Concerts at Union Church is sponsored by:
Concertmaster:

Soloists:
       
      

and is made possible through grants from the
        

NH State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as the Claremont Savings Bank Foundation.

WCCMA offers year-round performances, education, and networking opportunities, all with a focus on exceptional talent and learning opportunities being accessible to all. For more information contact [email protected].

Last Day for Tournament Registration discount; Upcoming events

2015-04-23 Mario Kart Tournament Fundraiser Poster Letter copyToday is the last day to register for the Video Game Tournament at a discount! Register today for $7, tomorrow/at the door it’s $10! All proceeds benefit WCCMA’s Youth Programs. It’s free to watch, and there will be other activities and games, as well at Time-Out Americana Grill’s Burger night special if you want to come out for dinner. Registration begins at 5:15pm with the opportunity to “warm up” on a first come – first served basis.

For more info, click HERE

 

A Special Thank you to all the local businesses donating to this event for prizes:

First Place: Car Inspection from Lambert Auto Sales, Inc. (+ more)
Second Place: Oil Change from Lambert Auto Sales (+ more)
Third Place: GC TBD

$25 Gift Certificate to Triple Play Games – Claremont, NH
$25 Gift Certificate to Mike’s Store & Deli in Hartland, Vt
$25 Gift Certificate to the @Hartland Diner
$10 Gift Certificate to Daddypops Tumble Inn Diner in Claremont

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Other Upcoming Events:
Spring Student Recital and Italian Buffet Dinner – Saturday April 25th 4pm/5:00-6:30pm
Voice, Flute, Harp, and Piano
More info HERE

2nd Annual Spring Tea and Luncheon – Saturday May 9th, 12:00PM
Come celebrate Mother’s Day, or just a lovely Spring Day! All are welcome at this family friendly event. Food, Music, Activities, Games, and Prizes.
Click HERE for tickets and information

Final HopStop of the 2014/15 Season: Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys – May 23
FREE Family Show, a part of the Hopkins Center’s Community Venture Initiative
More info HERE

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Upcoming Workshops in May:
4 week Magic Workshop
Info HERE, registration required

Hands on Harps Charlestown
Info HERE, registration required