Saturday, November 9, 2024
Classical Candlelight Concert Series
18 South Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
Trio Fadolín is a new ensemble with a unique sonority - featuring Sabina Torosjan, violin, Valeriya Sholokhova, cello, and Ljova, performing on the fadolín - a new instrument that encompasses the range of the violin, viola, and most of the cello. This program will feature music from Ukraine, Armenia, the USA, and points between. Trio Fadolín has been presented by Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, the new Perelman Performing Arts Center (PACNYC) and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Hosted by Elliott Forrest, WQXR Host and ArtsRock Executive Director.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
18 South Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
Award-winning Hollywood power couple, Tony Shalhoub and Brooke Adams, come to Nyack to talk about their lives, careers and marriage. Tony is an Emmy Award winner for roles in MONK and THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL and known for film performances in GALAXY QUEST, MEN IN BLACK, BARTON FINK, and BIG NIGHT, plus many turns on Broadway, including the hit musical THE BAND'S VISIT, winning him a Tony Award. Brooke is best known for her screen roles in DAYS OF HEAVEN and INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS. She's also appeared on stage, including performing with her husband in LEND ME A TENOR on Broadway.
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Classical Candlelight Concert Series
18 South Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
"CreArtBox fuses together a variety of art forms to create a wholly authentic, visually and aurally compelling experience." -The New Yorker
This internationally-known chamber ensemble blends music and projected visuals, along with candlelight at The Angel Nyack housed in the historic sanctuary of the First Reformed Church.
This program features a selection of renowned works for this instrumentation, including trios by Mendelssohn and Weber. It also explores the minimalist landscape through the captivating compositions of Max Richter and Andrea Casarrubios, while the visceral expressiveness of Ravel's Kaddish and Scriabin's Romance add depth and diversity to the auditory experience.
Hosted by Elliott Forrest, WQXR Host and ArtsRock, Executive Artistic Director.
Friday, March 28, 2025
58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, New York 10960
ArtsRock and Rivertown Film Society present 40 film clips with live commentary by Grammy Award-winning conductor LEONARD SLATKIN and WQXR radio host Elliott Forrest.
ArtsRock and Rivertown Film present a very special evening with six-time Grammy award-winning conductor Leonard Slatkin. Elliott Forrest and Maestro Slatkin will present 40 film clips as they chronicle the history of movie music from silent films (that were never silent) to today. Leonard Slatkin was the long-time music director of the St. Louis and Detroit Symphony. Slatkin was born in LA, where both his parents played in orchestras for famous film scores. He will share his personal story as well his vast knowledge of the history of movie music. Mr. Forrest is the Midday Host on WQXR where he plays movie music every week day during his "Score at 4."
Sunday, June 1, 2025
626 North Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
The Hudson Valley EcoTones Ensemble embeds throughout Upper Nyack's River Hook Preserve in an innovative and enchanting live music performance, inviting audience members to embark on a musical walking journey through the preserve with jazz and classical chamber ensembles highlighting the wisdom offered by River Hook's notable trees.
The Music Trail is followed by a sit-down concert set at the central Carriage House Stage by the world-class Hudson Valley EcoTones Ensemble alongside several intergenerational Nyack ensembles featuring voices, brass, and percussion.
Bring your own (BYO) camp chair, blanket, food, and drink, and wear good walking shoes; the trail is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Pay-as-you-choose tickets. Special thanks to the Village of Upper Nyack and ArtsRock for making this live music event possible!