BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Washington Conservatory of Music - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Washington Conservatory of Music X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Washington Conservatory of Music REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T183000 DTSTAMP:20250819T200821Z CREATED:20250707T163913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T200821Z UID:17609-1756746000-1756751400@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Labor Day Concert with Accord Symphony Orchestra at Merriweather Pavilion (Chrysalis Stage) DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \nJoin the Accord Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Conservatory of Music for a special Labor Day Concert at the stunning Merriweather Pavilion (Chrysalis Stage) on Monday\, September 1\, 2025. \nEnjoy a powerful and uplifting performance under the open sky\, featuring orchestral favorites perfect for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs\, picnic blankets\, and friends for an afternoon of music and celebration in nature’s amphitheater. \nMore info on the ensemble: washingtonconservatory.org/acso \nLet the music move you this Labor Day. \n\nGet Tickets URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/acso-laborday/ LOCATION:Merriweather Pavilion – The Chrysalis Stage\, 10431 Little Patuxent Pkwy\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044 CATEGORIES:Accord Symphony Orchestra,Concerts,Performance Series,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/acso-laborday.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000 DTSTAMP:20250815T194040Z CREATED:20250707T182344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T194040Z UID:17610-1757152800-1757160000@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:WCM 2025–26 Choral & Soloist Auditions DESCRIPTION:Application Deadline: August 31\, 2025\n\nAre you a choral singer or classical soloist looking for new performance opportunities? The Washington Conservatory of Music is now accepting applications for our 2025–26 season auditions. \nThis year\, selected vocalists will perform in: \n\nA Holiday Concert on December 6\, featuring excerpts from Handel’s Messiah\nA Spring performance of Fauré’s Requiem (date TBD)\nAdditional engagements with our ensembles throughout the season\n\nEnsembles Include: \n\nWashington Conservatory Orchestra\nAccord Symphony Orchestra\nWashington Conservatory Players\n\nWhat to Prepare: \n\nTwo contrasting arias\nSoloists: Bring excerpts from Messiah and/or Requiem\nUpload PDFs of all music with your application\nBring a 3-ring binder with double-sided music copies for the pianist (provided)\n\nApply now at: washingtonconservatory.org/apply2sing \nFor questions\, contact Esther Tonea at etonea@washingtonconservatory.org. \nWe look forward to hearing your voice. \n \n Apply 2 Sing with WCM URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/choral-auditions/ LOCATION:Cleveland Park Congregational United Church of Christ\, 3400 Lowell St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016 CATEGORIES:Accord Symphony Orchestra,Auditions,Performance Series,Special Events,Washington Conservatory Orchestra,WC Orchestra Players ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Soloist-Auditions.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000 DTSTAMP:20250915T142912Z CREATED:20250707T183325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T142912Z UID:17613-1757786400-1757786400@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Pressenda Chamber Players Debut Performance at the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage DESCRIPTION:RSVP\n \n \n RSVP\n \nJoin the Washington Conservatory of Music for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as the acclaimed Pressenda Chamber Players make their debut at the prestigious Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage. Composed of strings\, piano\, and distinguished guest artists\, Pressenda Chamber Players celebrates its 10th anniversary season. \nPressenda Chamber Players\, the Washington Conservatory Ensemble in Residence\, is a chamber music ensemble of strings\, piano\, and guest artists\, named for Giovanni Pressenda (1777-1854)\, maker of the instruments played by Founder\, Artistic Director\, and cellist Tobias Werner and violinist Aaron Berofsky. The Pressenda Chamber Players perform works of all eras for duos\, trios\, quartets\, quintets\, sextets\, and octets and is comprised of world-class musicians from throughout the United States. \nSextet from Richard Strauss’ opera Capriccio and Johannes Brahms’ Sextet in G Major. \nKatie Lansdale\, violinAmy Galluzzo\, violinAmadi Azikiwe\, violaMark Berger\, violaJan Mueller-Szeraws\, cello \nTickets On Sale Wed. Aug. 27\, 2025 10 a.m. through Kennedy-center.org URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/pressenda-chamber-players-debut-performance-at-the-kennedy-centers-millennium-stage/ LOCATION:Kennedy Center – Millennium Stage\, 2700 F Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20566 CATEGORIES:Concerts,Performance Series,Pressenda Chamber Players,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pressenda-Chamber-Players-at-Kennedy-Center-rev.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000 DTSTAMP:20250825T195649Z CREATED:20250825T195218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T195649Z UID:17823-1757786400-1757786400@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Pressenda Chamber Players Kennedy Center Debut and "After Glow" Reception DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \nYou’re Invited: An Evening of Chamber Music and Celebration at The Kennedy Center \nJoin us for a special evening on Saturday\, September 13 at 6:00 PM at The Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage for a live performance by the Pressenda Chamber Players. This free concert features an unforgettable program performed by some of the region’s most accomplished chamber musicians. \nAfter the performance\, you’re invited to continue the celebration at our After Glow VIP Reception at Tazza Cafe\, beginning at 7:30 PM. Enjoy wine\, light fare\, and great conversation with fellow music lovers\, artists\, and friends of the Washington Conservatory of Music. \nAfter Glow Reception Ticket Options \n\n$50 – Admission to the After Glow Reception\n$250 – Preferred seating at the concert + After Glow Reception access\n$500 (VIP) – Reserved premier seating\, After Glow Reception access\, and special recognition in the program\n\n  \nTickets for the After Glow Reception and VIP seating are limited. Reserve yours today at washingtonconservatory.org/afterglowkc. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/afterglowkc/ LOCATION:Kennedy Center – Millennium Stage\, 2700 F Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20566 CATEGORIES:Concerts,Performance Series,Pressenda Chamber Players,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/afterglow-recption.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000 DTSTAMP:20250818T160448Z CREATED:20250722T195914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T160448Z UID:17618-1758474000-1758474000@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Chengcheng Yao Recital: RAVEL 150 DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \nJoin internationally acclaimed pianist Chengcheng Yao for an unforgettable solo recital honoring the 150th anniversary of French composer Maurice Ravel. Known for her poetic expression and virtuosic clarity\, Yao brings Ravel’s genius to life with a program that showcases the composer’s rich textures\, emotional nuance\, and Impressionist brilliance. \n\nGet Tickets URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/ravel150/ LOCATION:Episcopal Church of the Redeemer\, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20816 CATEGORIES:Concerts,Performance Series,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ravel-150-rev6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T134500 DTSTAMP:20250905T183828Z CREATED:20250828T155545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183828Z UID:17840-1759064400-1759067100@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Echo Arts Festival with Ernesto Lima Parets DESCRIPTION:Echo Arts Festival | Glen Echo Park (Bumper Car Pavilion) \nJoin us at the Echo Arts Festival for a dynamic musical celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month\, featuring a special 45-minute performance/workshop by Ernesto Lima Parets  & Friends. This vibrant set will showcase the rhythms\, melodies\, and cultural richness of Latin music\, curated and led by renowned artist Ernesto Lima-Paret. Set against the backdrop of Glen Echo Park’s historic venues\, this performance is part of an afternoon of live music\, art\, and community celebration. \nFree and family-friendly\, but we’d love to know you’re coming! Stop by for a visit.  \nPresented as part of the Echo Arts Festival at Glen Echo Park URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/hispanic-heritage-month-echo-arts-festival/ LOCATION:Washington Conservatory of Music Campus at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 Macarthur Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Concerts,Special Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Hispanic-Heritage-Month-928-revised.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000 DTSTAMP:20250613T181218Z CREATED:20250628T152305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T181218Z UID:17333-1759068000-1759071600@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Meet the Flute & Introduction to the Suzuki Method DESCRIPTION:Our expert flute educators provide hands-on individual and group instruction to foster a love of music and a love of learning \nRegister today to receive all the details about this complimentary session! \nLooking for a unique opportunity to introduce your child to the world of music? \nJoin the Washington Conservatory of Music for “Meet the Flute\,” a free\, family-friendly event at Glen Echo Park. \nLed by expert flute educators Rebecca Carey and Kathleen Jacobi\, this one-hour session will include: \n\n\nGroup and individual instruction \n\n\nSolo and group performances \n\n\nA beginner’s guide to the Suzuki Method \n\n\nA fun and inspiring introduction to learning the flute \n\n\nLocation: Glen Echo Park\, MD\nDates: June 28 & September 27\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nWhether your child is just starting their musical journey or exploring new instruments\, this is the perfect opportunity to learn\, play\, and grow. \nRegister here URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/meet-the-flute-2/ LOCATION:Washington Conservatory of Music Campus at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 Macarthur Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Group Lessons,Recital Series,Special Events,Suzuki Academy,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Meet-the-Flute-051425-FINAL.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR