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At Strathmore, we cultivate exceptional artists who stretch our perspectives. To deliver on this mission, we offer exciting opportunities with applications due soon! Arts & Social Justice Fellowship – Nov. 1 Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards – Nov. 15 Annual Juried Exhibition – Nov. 19 Artist in Residence program – Oct. 15 (tomorrow!) - Dec. 16 https://lnkd.in/dr6c6385

On Tuesday, we celebrated the start of the season with some of our most dedicated supporters. We also previewed the diverse and dynamic artists that will be featured on our stages, in our galleries, and throughout the community. A special thank-you to our elected officials who attended our Season Celebration – and to bēheld for their gorgeous performance. And cheers to 20 Years of the Music Center. 🥂 #Strathmore #StrathmoreArts #TheMusicCenter #MusicCenter #MusicCenter20 Monica Jeffries Hazangeles Kate Stewart Jeff Waldstreicher Andrew Friedson Jared Solomon Will Jawando Marilyn Balcombe

We're #hiring for an energetic addition to our programming team! This team serves as the front-line liaisons with artists, agents, managers, and more--helping to bring concerts and programs to life. https://lnkd.in/eDr6nrMc

We're looking for teaching artists and coaches to work with our community-based string and percussion students throughout the county. Join our Bloom outreach programs where we delve into varied string and percussion repertoire to help our enthusiastic young musicians hone their skills and work toward an exciting finale concert!     Duration: 5-6 weeks (2 coaching sessions per week during after-school hours between 3-4:30pm. Some coaching opportunities during school hours may also be available.) Program 1 (North County Strings and Percussion): Week of 1/20/25 through 2/24/25 Program 2 (East County Strings): Week of 3/3/25 through 4/8/25 Location: Various Montgomery County Public Schools Compensation: $165 per coaching session To apply: Submit your resume and one-page cover letter to mcyo@strathmore.org  Deadline: October 15, 2024  

Join Wizdom Powell,PhD, MPH, CMHC – nationally-acclaimed psychology expert, professor & thought leader – in a discussion of art as a healing force; surrounded by visual art, music & dance as therapeutic mediums. #StrathmoreExhibitions 🗓 Tue, 10/8 at 7pm Mansion at Strathmore RSVP free Strathmore.org/ArtFlows 📷 “A Parent’s Prayer” by John Anderson, Jr. • Photographer Jati Lindsday

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Tessitura Learning Conference and Convention (TLCC 2024) here in Washington D.C.! As a proud alumnus of the Tessitura Career Accelerator Program, it was a whirlwind first-time experience, full of success stories and shared wisdom, rooted in the dedication of so many arts organizations across the country. I learned about the many facets of this CRM that can help us build our audience bases and the ways in which we can gather and analyze data that can help arts organizations innovate their efforts. It was a meeting of the minds, and I am so thankful for my Strathmore team members Alaina Sadick Goss Jenn German Erin Phillips, CFRE Jordan W. Summer Thompson Alexis Lacey Chad Sands and Shana Gerber at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts and to be a part of an organization and team that works to make sure the Arts are Ours. All of my gratitude to Kristen Olson and Jessica J. Johnson for their support through the Fellowship program, Andrew Recinos for getting to finally connect in person and his incredible opening plenary speech, and the opportunity to speak to Reneé Fleming again! I think I surprised her, since the last time we worked together I was in the orchestra when we performed Strauss’s Four Last Songs! #tlcc2024

JUST ANNOUNCED! We’re spanning genres, crossing borders + rebooting favorites with music from Indigo Girls, Patti LuPone, Sona Jobarteh, Itzhak Perlman, Step Afrika! + more. Strathmore.org Get tix 9/6 or become a Member for access now + more perks. Join with code NEWMEMBER for 2 bonus months!

During difficult times, we find ourselves searching for a moral voice to guide us out of darkness & despair. James Baldwin was that voice when our nation celebrated its bicentennial in 1976 & he published his book on film, "The Devil Finds Work." Now we reexamine it & how the powerful images of film shape a nation’s identity & perhaps prevent us from loving the stranger as well as ourselves. #StrathmoreEducation 🗓 9/26 at Eaton Workshop/Eaton DC with Ethelbert Miller. Part of our James Baldwin series. RSVP free/pay what you can: Strathmore.org/Baldwin Learn more about him in this great PBS NewsHour retrospective: https://lnkd.in/eUsrYzVg

MUSIC IN THE MANSION, Strathmore’s intimate chamber concert series, showcases not-so-traditional soloists & small ensembles that are redefining classical music! 🎫 Thu, 9/26 hear violinist NJIOMA GREVIOUS Strathmore.org/MIM

Creativity really is passion 🎨. This summer was just full of color! Last week, I completed my time as a Communications & Marketing Intern at Strathmore. I made some wonderful memories and met even more wonderful people! From the vibrant stories to the scenic outdoor concerts, each day had so much joy. I was constantly inspired by Strathmore’s dedication to support every artist who entered its doors, and I loved cherishing every detail of our campus through the narratives we told. With a love for immersive, multisensory art, I really enjoyed writing about Strathmore’s upcoming exhibit, Monuments, an outdoor installation celebrating local heroes by transforming trees into living sculptures. All my time spent speaking with artists, educators, and Strathmore staff members enriched each story and taught me something new. I also had the honor of interviewing Mama Naytch to publish a story about uplifting the art of drag and personal expression. From highlighting our instrumental tour through campus to uplifting local artists, there was always a new story to tell. Additionally, it was amazing to see the production of a magazine, from the brainstorming process to the final touches. I saw firsthand how much of a team effort it is to bring Strathmore’s initiatives to life. I’m excited to see the beautiful magazines once they come out! By developing stories, helping with social media copy, and learning how to communicate to specific audiences, I feel like I’ve really grown as a storyteller. Now, I have so much inspiration for future projects! There was no better way to see how the arts brought people together than our Live from the Lawn concerts. Rain or shine, so many people came out to enjoy some good music and company. Thank you Imelda Tecson for setting me up for an unforgettable concert series. The marketing tables were always bustling with excited audiences, and I even got to create some colorful graphics for our games and awesome prizes! Most importantly, the people there are so kind and loving. They encouraged me to explore new opportunities while having loads of fun. Thank you especially to PJ Feinstein and Holly Filipiak, MBA for being the best mentors ever since day one, and for having the best vibes ✨. In such a short amount of time, I’ve been able to deepen my love for writing about the arts while exploring advertising and social media as well! And to everyone on the Marketing & Communications team…I’ve learned so much, and I can’t wait to come back and visit!