Wishing you could relax with some classical music this weekend? From 19th century romantic to Latvian modern, this weekend's event lineup offers orchestral and chamber music fanatics plenty to look forward to.
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Latvian Radio Choir at the Library of Congress
First up, this Friday, the Library of Congress hosts the Latvian Radio Choir. The 24-person ensemble will perform works from Mahler and Purcell, as well as from contemporary Latvian composers Petris Vasks and Ēriks Ešenvalds.
When: Friday, November 16, 8-10 p.m.
Where: Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building, Coolidge Auditorium,10 First St. SE
Admission: Free
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#DECLASSIFIED: Women Composers Hiding in Plain Sight at the Library of Congress
Also at the Library of Congress is an exhibit that explores lesser-known female composers from the early 20th century. The showcase builds on the discovery by one of the Library's music reference specialists of a mysterious photo of five women and the research she did to discover their identities — which you can learn more about on the In the Muse performing arts blog.
Visitors will dig into early 20th-century letters, music manuscripts, sheet music, concert programs and music magazines to learn about the unique women in America’s music history.
When: Saturday, November 17, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building, Whittall Pavilion, 10 First St. SE.
Admission: Free
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Convergence at St. Mark's Church
Finally, the Chiarina Chamber Players and its guests explore "Convergance" in works from Schubert, Ravel and Dvořák at St. Mark's Episcopal Church (just east of the Library of Congress). Reflect on how Ravel incorporated American blues into his music in the 1920s, for example, and how Dvořák fused Czech folk music into 19th century romanticism. The Schubert piece, Arpeggione Sonata in A minor, D. 821, was originally written for performance on the briefly popular appreggione; it will be performed here on viola and piano.
When: Sunday, November 18, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: St. Mark's Church, 301 A St. SE
Admission: $20 for adults, $10 for ages 30 and under
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