Sounds of Hope & Harmony: “Mendelssohn in May” – Chamber Music

ABOUT CLASSICAL MOVEMENTS:Moving the Music, Changing the WorldThe premier concert tour company for the world’s greatorchestrasandchoirs, Classical Movements creates meaningful cultural experiences through music in145 countries. An industry leader for over aquarter-century, Classical Movements organizes more than 60 tours every year, producing some 200 concerts every season. Producer of two international choral festivals—Ihlombe!in South Africa andSerenade!in Washington, D.C.—and thePrague Summer Nights: Young Artists Music Festival, in addition, Classical Movements’Eric Daniel Helms New Music Programhas 97 works from Grammy, Oscar and Pulitzer Prize-winning composers. Winner of Americans for the Arts’ BCA10: Best Businesses Partnering with the Arts Award, since its founding in 1992, as a truly global company, Classical Movements remains committed to facilitatingcultural diplomacyacross the world—promoting peace through the medium of music.

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One-hour live chamber music event, featuring musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra

The Secret Garden at the Rectory

Our May Day program centers on the teenaged Felix Mendelssohn’s Octet in E-flat a dramatic chamber work of almost symphonic proportions – inspired the supernatural proceedings said to occur on the night according to German folklore, as depicted in Goethe’s Faust – alongside striking contemporary works by Caroline Shaw and Jessie Montgomery.<h2>“Mendelssohn in May”</h2><h3>MENDELSSOHN Octet</h3><h3>CAROLINE SHAW Entr’acte</h3><h3>JESSIE MONTGOMERY Voodoo Dolls</h3><h3></h3><h3>String Musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra:</h3><h3>Marissa Regni, Violin | Natasha Bogachek, Violin | Marina Aikawa, Violin | Heather LeDoux Green, Violin | Tsuna Sakamoto, Viola | Ruth Wicker, Viola | Eugena Chang, Cello | Britton Riley, Cello</h3>

Presenting chamber ensemble of members of the National Symphony Orchestra.Concerts presented at 2:30pm and 4pm. Concerts take place rain or shine, but in case of severe weather, the rain date will be the following Sunday.This is one of 20 programs being offered through August. Visit our website for information on other concerts, including chamber music, solo recitals, opera, choral music, and jazz.<a href="https://www.classicalmovements.com/secretgardenconcerts/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Visit our website for information on other concerts, including chamber music, opera, choral, jazz and musical theatre.</a>

Classical Movements will take precautions to limit the risk as much as within our power and requests the cooperation of the audience in these preventative measures, so that we can again enjoy live music and support musicians in our community. Audience members are required to wear masks, as will staff and musicians when not performing. Due to COVID, guests are strongly encouraged to avoid using public restrooms. If needed, restrooms will be available upon request. Please note: Seating will be provided for concerts, with chairs wiped down and disinfected between performances. Chairs will have at least six feet between individual or family pairs. To maximize social distancing, seating will be assigned by the presenters.Tickets are non refundable. For ticket requests and wheelchair accessibility; please contact Alessandra@ClassicalMovements.com or call (202)390-4520 for special accommodations.Assignments will be communicated by email the day prior the concert. All seats have a clear view of the stage and allow a minimum of six feet between individuals or household groups. Additional important instructions, tickets and concert programs will be provided by email only.Classical Movements will provide more information about alternative forms of transportation to access The Rectory on Princess Street, 711 Princess St by email before the event. You can also go to <a href="https://www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex</a> for more information about available options. We encourage all patrons to park off-street through the provision of nearby garages or lots. Many parking garages and lots are located conveniently in the area. There is a parking garage at N. Alfred St Garage, 117 N. Alfred St, $5/hr ($25 daily max, $10 evening max) and a surface parking lot at Cameron/St Asaph Lot, 517 Cameron St, $2.50/hour ($10 daily max, $5 evening/weekend max). Visitors are encouraged to bike, walk or take the Metrorail Yellow or Blue lines to the King Street Station and take the free King Street Trolley, or DASH or Metro buses. For DASH schedule information visit, <a href="https://www.dashbus.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.dashbus.com</a>. For Metrobus schedule information, visit <a href="https://www.wmata.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.wmata.com</a>. Bicyclists may visit <a href="https://www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex</a> for the City’s Bikeways Map, which features the City's best on-street and off-road bikeways, as well as locations of grouped bicycle parking.We discourage you from using the on-street parking. To ensure legal parking, read all posted signs before parking.Limited off-street private parking is available on a first-come-first-serve basis at the following locations:Classical Movements, 711 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314Fitness Together Alexandria’s main entrance, 300 N Washington Street building, Alexandria, VA 22314Seasons Culinary Services, 715 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

About the RectoryBuilt in 1785 and the home of Classical Movements’ offices since 2014, the building formerly served as the rectory of the nearby historic Christ Church, once the church of George Washington. Since then, it has been owned by several distinguished Virginians and has been a commercial space since the 1960’s.Located in the heart of beautiful Old Town Alexandria at 711 Princess Street, the Rectory is minutes away from the shops and restaurants of bustling King Street and is easily accessible by bus and metro.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/The-Rectory-on-Princess-Street-112557243808464/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Like and follow the Rectory on Facebook</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ClassicalMovements/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Like and follow Classical Movements on Facebook</a>

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