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21st Century Intern Travelogue: Molly Schwall

21st Century Artist Intern Molly Schwall shares her experiences in California with chamber orchestra Wild Up.

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Meet the Soloists: ‘Messiah’ 2022/23

Meet the four brilliant soloists that will join us on December 3 and 4 for this year’s Messiah performances.

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10 Memorable Moments from Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra’s Residency

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra’s relationship with UMS dates back more than 25 years, with 20+ appearances in Ann Arbor since 1994! In October 2022, Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at…

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Have You Met Your Doppelgänger?

The Danish String Quartet’s ambitious commissioning project, Doppelgänger, pairs world premieres from renowned composers with late major chamber works by Franz Schubert.

We interviewed some long-time donors about what UMS has meant to them over the years. Their stories share how they benefitted from UMS, and how grateful they are to be able to give back and support the performing arts for generations to come.

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UMS Performance Playground: An Introduction to Jazz

For grades 3-6 (ages 8-11), join an introductory lesson to learn some of the fundamental elements of jazz, and explore the rich tapestry of history that makes this music popular all over the world.

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Donor Spotlight: Elaine and Peter Schweitzer

Discover what inspired Elaine and Peter Schweitzer’s generous gift to support the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra’s 2022 residency.

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The Origins of Wynton Marsalis’s Massive ‘All Rise’

All Rise was commissioned by the New York Philharmonic for the millennium. Read more about its origins, from its 1999 debut to its 2001 recording with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, which epitomized resilience, hope, and community in the days after the September 11 attacks.