Penny Stamps Speaker Series:
Nkeiru Okoye
Nkeiru Okoye
Composer Nkeiru Okoye sits down with classical radio host Terrance McKnight to discuss her world premiere work, When the Caged Bird Sings, and her vibrant career.
DATE(S)
Thu, Feb 8, 5:30 pm
VENUE
603 East Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
AGE RECOMMENDATION
School Day Performance for Grades K-12:
Mariachi Herencia de México
Mariachi Herencia de México
Introduce your students to the traditions of mariachi performed by the next generation of young, talented musicians.
DATE(S)
Wed, Jan 24, 11:00 am
Fri, Feb 9, 11:00 pm
VENUE
825 North University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Nkeiru Okoye’s
When the Caged Bird Sings
When the Caged Bird Sings
When the Caged Bird Sings is a new commission by American composer Nkeiru Okoye, fusing elements of oratorio, theater, and opera in a multi-movement musical ceremony. Okoye describes the work as “a gathering” that invokes the ritual of the concert experience as a ritual of community.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 10, 7:30 pm
VENUE
825 North University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
75 minutes, no intermission
AGE RECOMMENDATION
When The Caged Bird Sings
Post-Performance Student Afterparty
Post-Performance Student Afterparty
Join the UMS Student Committee for food, games, and performances by U-M’s own Meghan Tuttle, Tarps Off, Maddy Ringo, and SANYA.
UMS 101:
Reshaping American Movement:
The Graham Technique
Reshaping American Movement:
The Graham Technique
Explore Martha Graham’s life and work led by local dance artist Peter Sparling.
DATE(S)
Tue, Feb 13, 6:00 pm
VENUE
206 E. Huron St, Ann Arbor
ESTIMATED DURATION
1 hour and 30 minutes
Learn MoreSchool Day Performance for Grades 5-12:
Martha Graham Dance Company
Martha Graham Dance Company
Bring your students to this riveting performance and experience not only the rich history of the ensemble but also the fresh innovation of artists expanding the landscape of dance.
DATE(S)
Thu, Feb 15, 11:00 am
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
James Ehnes, violin
Andrew Armstrong, piano
Andrew Armstrong, piano
Two of the most sought-after recitalists on the international stage join forces, as Canadian violinist James Ehnes and his longtime recital partner, American pianist Andrew Armstrong, make their UMS live performance debuts together in a concert that will also include faculty and students from the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance.
Program
Leclair Violin Sonata, Op. 9, No. 3
Shostakovich Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 134
Howard They Have Just Arrived At This New Level (for string quartet, flute, and clarinet)
Sarasate Spanish Dances, Op. 22
Wieniawski Polonaise Brillante, Op. 21
DATE(S)
Fri, Feb 16, 7:30 pm
VENUE
915 East Washington Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
AGE RECOMMENDATION
You Can Dance!
with Martha Graham Dance Company
with Martha Graham Dance Company
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 11:00 am
VENUE
76 N Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Martha Graham Dance Company
Janet Eilber, artistic director
Janet Eilber, artistic director
The Martha Graham Company, recognized as a primal artistic force of the 20th century, gives a performance rooted in cultural history. These performances will include a new work choreographed by Jamar Roberts and set to music by Rhiannon Giddens, as well as Agnes DeMille’s 1942 classic Rodeo, with its iconic score by Aaron Copland reorchestrated for a bluegrass ensemble. Martha Graham’s final complete work, Maple Leaf Rag, rounds out the program.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 7:30 pm
Sun, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Martha Graham Dance Company
Janet Eilber, artistic director
Janet Eilber, artistic director
The Martha Graham Company, recognized as a primal artistic force of the 20th century, gives a performance rooted in cultural history. These performances will include a new work choreographed by Jamar Roberts and set to music by Rhiannon Giddens, as well as Agnes DeMille’s 1942 classic Rodeo, with its iconic score by Aaron Copland reorchestrated for a bluegrass ensemble. Martha Graham’s final complete work, Maple Leaf Rag, rounds out the program.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 7:30 pm
Sun, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Penny Stamps Speaker Series:
Nkeiru Okoye
Nkeiru Okoye
Composer Nkeiru Okoye sits down with classical radio host Terrance McKnight to discuss her world premiere work, When the Caged Bird Sings, and her vibrant career.
DATE(S)
Thu, Feb 8, 5:30 pm
VENUE
603 East Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
AGE RECOMMENDATION
School Day Performance for Grades K-12:
Mariachi Herencia de México
Mariachi Herencia de México
Introduce your students to the traditions of mariachi performed by the next generation of young, talented musicians.
DATE(S)
Wed, Jan 24, 11:00 am
Fri, Feb 9, 11:00 pm
VENUE
825 North University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Nkeiru Okoye’s
When the Caged Bird Sings
When the Caged Bird Sings
When the Caged Bird Sings is a new commission by American composer Nkeiru Okoye, fusing elements of oratorio, theater, and opera in a multi-movement musical ceremony. Okoye describes the work as “a gathering” that invokes the ritual of the concert experience as a ritual of community.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 10, 7:30 pm
VENUE
825 North University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
75 minutes, no intermission
AGE RECOMMENDATION
When The Caged Bird Sings
Post-Performance Student Afterparty
Post-Performance Student Afterparty
Join the UMS Student Committee for food, games, and performances by U-M’s own Meghan Tuttle, Tarps Off, Maddy Ringo, and SANYA.
UMS 101:
Reshaping American Movement:
The Graham Technique
Reshaping American Movement:
The Graham Technique
Explore Martha Graham’s life and work led by local dance artist Peter Sparling.
DATE(S)
Tue, Feb 13, 6:00 pm
VENUE
206 E. Huron St, Ann Arbor
ESTIMATED DURATION
1 hour and 30 minutes
Learn MoreSchool Day Performance for Grades 5-12:
Martha Graham Dance Company
Martha Graham Dance Company
Bring your students to this riveting performance and experience not only the rich history of the ensemble but also the fresh innovation of artists expanding the landscape of dance.
DATE(S)
Thu, Feb 15, 11:00 am
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
James Ehnes, violin
Andrew Armstrong, piano
Andrew Armstrong, piano
Two of the most sought-after recitalists on the international stage join forces, as Canadian violinist James Ehnes and his longtime recital partner, American pianist Andrew Armstrong, make their UMS live performance debuts together in a concert that will also include faculty and students from the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance.
Program
Leclair Violin Sonata, Op. 9, No. 3
Shostakovich Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 134
Howard They Have Just Arrived At This New Level (for string quartet, flute, and clarinet)
Sarasate Spanish Dances, Op. 22
Wieniawski Polonaise Brillante, Op. 21
DATE(S)
Fri, Feb 16, 7:30 pm
VENUE
915 East Washington Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
AGE RECOMMENDATION
You Can Dance!
with Martha Graham Dance Company
with Martha Graham Dance Company
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 11:00 am
VENUE
76 N Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
ESTIMATED DURATION
60 minutes
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Martha Graham Dance Company
Janet Eilber, artistic director
Janet Eilber, artistic director
The Martha Graham Company, recognized as a primal artistic force of the 20th century, gives a performance rooted in cultural history. These performances will include a new work choreographed by Jamar Roberts and set to music by Rhiannon Giddens, as well as Agnes DeMille’s 1942 classic Rodeo, with its iconic score by Aaron Copland reorchestrated for a bluegrass ensemble. Martha Graham’s final complete work, Maple Leaf Rag, rounds out the program.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 7:30 pm
Sun, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
AGE RECOMMENDATION
Martha Graham Dance Company
Janet Eilber, artistic director
Janet Eilber, artistic director
The Martha Graham Company, recognized as a primal artistic force of the 20th century, gives a performance rooted in cultural history. These performances will include a new work choreographed by Jamar Roberts and set to music by Rhiannon Giddens, as well as Agnes DeMille’s 1942 classic Rodeo, with its iconic score by Aaron Copland reorchestrated for a bluegrass ensemble. Martha Graham’s final complete work, Maple Leaf Rag, rounds out the program.
DATE(S)
Sat, Feb 17, 7:30 pm
Sun, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
VENUE
121 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109