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SUMMARY:Labor Day Concert with Accord Symphony Orchestra at Merriweather Pavilion (Chrysalis Stage)
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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SUMMARY:WCM 2025–26 Choral & Soloist Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T100508
CREATED:20250707T183325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T142912Z
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SUMMARY:Pressenda Chamber Players Debut Performance at the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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CREATED:20250825T195218Z
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SUMMARY:Pressenda Chamber Players Kennedy Center Debut and  "After Glow" Reception
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T160448Z
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SUMMARY:Chengcheng Yao Recital: RAVEL 150
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/ravel150/
LOCATION:Episcopal Church of the Redeemer\, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20816
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Performance Series,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T134500
DTSTAMP:20260506T100508
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:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000
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CREATED:20250628T152305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T181218Z
UID:17333-1759068000-1759071600@washingtonconservatory.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Flute & Introduction to the Suzuki Method
DESCRIPTION:Donate & Reserve\n					\n					\n								\n				\n									Featuring winners of the Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Concerto CompetitionsExperience an extraordinary evening of music as two leading regional ensembles—the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) and the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO)—come together to celebrate the exceptional next generation of classical musicians. This special collaborative performance showcases outstanding soloists who have earned top honors through highly competitive concerto competitions\, performing with full orchestra in a powerful and inspiring program. Audiences will enjoy a dynamic selection of beloved masterworks\, including: Dvořák – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, cellist Valerie LaiBeethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 (Movement I) Featuring AcSO Winner\, pianist Megan LaiSaint-Saëns – Cello Concerto (Movement I) Featuring CYSO Winner\, cellist Mattias van AndelThe evening culminates in a full orchestral performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5\, one of the most emotionally powerful works in the classical repertoire. This concert represents a unique opportunity to witness rising artists alongside two accomplished orchestras in a shared celebration of musical excellence\, collaboration\, and artistic achievement. TicketsSuggested donations start at $10 or pay what you can. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Donate & Reserve
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
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