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9/24/2010 - Symphonic Jazz Orchestra: Demonstration Performance
11am, Royce Hall
Grades 4-8
The only ensemble of its kind in the country, Symphonic Jazz Orchestra brings together the worlds of jazz and classical music, “where the passion of jazz meets the power of an orchestra.” Their 67-piece ensemble will launch our season with a special interactive program, including a sing-along with the orchestra and an examination of rhythm, featuring traditional jazz and classical sounds along with Funk and Brazilian styles.
Grades 4-8
The only ensemble of its kind in the country, Symphonic Jazz Orchestra brings together the worlds of jazz and classical music, “where the passion of jazz meets the power of an orchestra.” Their 67-piece ensemble will launch our season with a special interactive program, including a sing-along with the orchestra and an examination of rhythm, featuring traditional jazz and classical sounds along with Funk and Brazilian styles.
9/24/2010 - Season Launch Party: DFS Donor Event
12 noon, Royce Hall West Lobby
Members and supporters of Design for Sharing are invited to a special lunch reception immediately following the Symphonic Jazz Orchestra Demonstration Performance. Become a member today and join us as we celebrate the start of another year of sharing the arts!
Members and supporters of Design for Sharing are invited to a special lunch reception immediately following the Symphonic Jazz Orchestra Demonstration Performance. Become a member today and join us as we celebrate the start of another year of sharing the arts!
10/1/2010 - Mariachi Los Camperos De Nati Cano: Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Grades 6-12
This Grammy-winning ensemble is known for bringing Mexico’s traditional music to joyful life. A Los Angeles treasure, Los Camperos celebrates its 50th Anniversary and the bicentennial of Mexico with a special program of Mariachi favorites.
10/12/2010 - CONTRA-TIEMPO: Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, West African, and Hip-Hop dance styles, CONTRA-TIEMPO creates a unique and exhilarating performance with social and political commentary through dance. If you missed their exciting performance last year, be sure to catch them this time!
Grades 6-12
Fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, West African, and Hip-Hop dance styles, CONTRA-TIEMPO creates a unique and exhilarating performance with social and political commentary through dance. If you missed their exciting performance last year, be sure to catch them this time!11/3/2010 - Gamelan Çudamani: Demonstration Performance
9:30am and 11:30am, Glorya Kaufman Hall
Grades 5-8
Considered a leading creative force in its native Bali, the 26-member gamelan ensemble Çudamani (pronounced Su-DA-mani) practice both enduring Balinese traditions as well as vibrant creative innovations. Their current program, Bamboo to Bronze, includes the intimate, poetic sounds of a small village and the virtuosic, dynamic and technically dazzling sound of the brilliant seven-toned Gamelan Semarandana. Limited Seating.
Grades 5-8
Considered a leading creative force in its native Bali, the 26-member gamelan ensemble Çudamani (pronounced Su-DA-mani) practice both enduring Balinese traditions as well as vibrant creative innovations. Their current program, Bamboo to Bronze, includes the intimate, poetic sounds of a small village and the virtuosic, dynamic and technically dazzling sound of the brilliant seven-toned Gamelan Semarandana. Limited Seating.11/15/2010 - John Zeretzke: My Special World Workshop
10:30am Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
This hands-on, interactive program introduces young students to the music of the American South and Appalachia, covering the various influences and populations that helped create the music as we know it today. Students will also get to make a set of ‘clacking spoons’—a simple percussion instrument they can keep.
Grades 2-3
This hands-on, interactive program introduces young students to the music of the American South and Appalachia, covering the various influences and populations that helped create the music as we know it today. Students will also get to make a set of ‘clacking spoons’—a simple percussion instrument they can keep.
Space is Limited
11/16/2010 - John Zeretzke: My Special World Workshop
10:30am, Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
This hands-on, interactive program introduces young students to the music of the American South and Appalachia, covering the various influences and populations that helped create the music as we know it today. Students will also get to make a set of ‘clacking spoons’—a simple percussion instrument they can keep.
Grades 2-3
This hands-on, interactive program introduces young students to the music of the American South and Appalachia, covering the various influences and populations that helped create the music as we know it today. Students will also get to make a set of ‘clacking spoons’—a simple percussion instrument they can keep.
Space is limited.
12/2/2010 - Young@Heart Chorus: Demonstration Performance
11am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Young@Heart Chorus is not your typical old folks’ choir. Their performances feature classics from
the legendary Rolling Stones and John Lennon as well as reinterpretations of more edgy rock and
roll. They have won praise from diverse icons of rock including the Talking Heads, Jefferson
Airplane and Sonic Youth. Young@Heart started 28 years ago as a simple sing-a-long at a meal
site for low-income elders. Since then, the group has performed all over the world, and has been
the subject of an award-winning documentary. The current performers range in age from 73 to
89—some with prior professional experience, others who never stepped onto a stage before
turning 80.
They will be joined on stage by Sonos, an acapella ensemble made up of six UCLA alumni. From the radical interpretations on their debut album, Sonosings, of artists as diverse as Bjork and the Jackson 5, to collaborations with Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Co., novelist Margaret Atwood and now Young@Heart, the ensemble continues to challenge what people expect of vocal music.
Grades 6-12
Young@Heart Chorus is not your typical old folks’ choir. Their performances feature classics from
the legendary Rolling Stones and John Lennon as well as reinterpretations of more edgy rock and
roll. They have won praise from diverse icons of rock including the Talking Heads, Jefferson
Airplane and Sonic Youth. Young@Heart started 28 years ago as a simple sing-a-long at a meal
site for low-income elders. Since then, the group has performed all over the world, and has been
the subject of an award-winning documentary. The current performers range in age from 73 to
89—some with prior professional experience, others who never stepped onto a stage before
turning 80.
They will be joined on stage by Sonos, an acapella ensemble made up of six UCLA alumni. From the radical interpretations on their debut album, Sonosings, of artists as diverse as Bjork and the Jackson 5, to collaborations with Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Co., novelist Margaret Atwood and now Young@Heart, the ensemble continues to challenge what people expect of vocal music.
12/2/2010 - Young@Heart Reception: DFS Donor Event
12 noon, Royce Hall West Lobby
Members and supporters of Design for Sharing and their guests are invited to a special lunch reception immediately following the Young@Heart Demonstration Performance.
Members and supporters of Design for Sharing and their guests are invited to a special lunch reception immediately following the Young@Heart Demonstration Performance.
2/4/2011 - Lula Washington Dance Theatre Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 3-5
This well known Los Angeles-based company returns to DFS with a fast-paced program featuring selections from their dance repertory ranging from traditional African dances and popular moves of the 1960’s to their newest modern works. Lula Washington herself – a UCLA alumnus and native of Watts—acts as narrator
and host, leading audience participation and offering commentary on the company’s creative style.
This event is now full.
Grades 3-5
This well known Los Angeles-based company returns to DFS with a fast-paced program featuring selections from their dance repertory ranging from traditional African dances and popular moves of the 1960’s to their newest modern works. Lula Washington herself – a UCLA alumnus and native of Watts—acts as narrator
and host, leading audience participation and offering commentary on the company’s creative style.This event is now full.
2/17/2011 - Helios Dance Demonstration Performance
11am, Royce Hall
Grades 9-12
Helios Dance Theater is a lyrical yet athletic company that uses film, animation and lush music to explore monsters and childhood nightmares in their latest work. Beautiful Monsters, which premiered at Royce Hall this fall, features contributions from an array of Los Angeles artists—filmmaker, composer, vocalist, painter—taking audiences through a haunting dance dreamscape.
Grades 9-12
Helios Dance Theater is a lyrical yet athletic company that uses film, animation and lush music to explore monsters and childhood nightmares in their latest work. Beautiful Monsters, which premiered at Royce Hall this fall, features contributions from an array of Los Angeles artists—filmmaker, composer, vocalist, painter—taking audiences through a haunting dance dreamscape.3/18/2011 - Dan Zanes Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades K-2
Returning to DFS by popular demand, Dan Zanes and his band blend blues
and roots classics with pop and folk songs, creating playful, homespun music
for enthusiastic kids.
Grades K-2
Returning to DFS by popular demand, Dan Zanes and his band blend blues
and roots classics with pop and folk songs, creating playful, homespun music
for enthusiastic kids.4/1/2011 - Bill Frisell Trio Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 9-12
Bill Frisell is a contemporary jazz guitarist who has played with Elvis Costello, the L.A. Philharmonic, Ricki Lee Jones, Bono, and countless others. He and his bandmates
will play original compositions, demonstrate how to underscore a movie, and talk about their work and process.
Grades 9-12
Bill Frisell is a contemporary jazz guitarist who has played with Elvis Costello, the L.A. Philharmonic, Ricki Lee Jones, Bono, and countless others. He and his bandmates
will play original compositions, demonstrate how to underscore a movie, and talk about their work and process.4/11/2011 - UCLA Brass Ensemble Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 4-8
Featuring more than a dozen of UCLA’s most talented student performers, this all-brass ensemble is led by Patrick Sheridan. A celebrated soloist, Sheridan has performed in over 50 countries in venues ranging from the White House to the Hollywood Bowl. In addition to his work at UCLA, he is also on faculty at Arizona State University, serves as the Music Director of The Salt River Brass, and is Co-Education Director of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. His students now hold principal positions in orchestras around the world.
Grades 4-8
Featuring more than a dozen of UCLA’s most talented student performers, this all-brass ensemble is led by Patrick Sheridan. A celebrated soloist, Sheridan has performed in over 50 countries in venues ranging from the White House to the Hollywood Bowl. In addition to his work at UCLA, he is also on faculty at Arizona State University, serves as the Music Director of The Salt River Brass, and is Co-Education Director of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. His students now hold principal positions in orchestras around the world.
The UCLA Brass Ensemble will present a special program for Design for Sharing, including works by George Gershwin, Aaron Copland, and John Williams.
This event is now full.
4/12/2011 - Suzanna Guzman My Special World
10:30am
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Mezzo-Soprano Suzanna Guzman brings her interactive program Don’t Be Afraid: It's Just Opera! to DFS. She exaggerates and makes fun of operatic stereotypes, tearing down barriers and inviting students into her world. Accompanied by a pianist in the role of "The Maestro", she teaches the basics of the opera experience. Her show features music from classics like Madame Butterfly, The Barber of Seville, and Carmen. Student volunteers help with a "Picture- Title" (rather than subtitle) translation of an aria, and they get a chance to sing along.
Seating is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Mezzo-Soprano Suzanna Guzman brings her interactive program Don’t Be Afraid: It's Just Opera! to DFS. She exaggerates and makes fun of operatic stereotypes, tearing down barriers and inviting students into her world. Accompanied by a pianist in the role of "The Maestro", she teaches the basics of the opera experience. Her show features music from classics like Madame Butterfly, The Barber of Seville, and Carmen. Student volunteers help with a "Picture- Title" (rather than subtitle) translation of an aria, and they get a chance to sing along.
Seating is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
4/27/2011 - Lula Washington My Special World
10:00am and 11:30am
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Lula Washington and members of her company will take students through a dancer's warm up, demonstrate various dance styles, and teach short excerpts from their repertoire. Participants will have a chance to perform what they learned for their classmates.
Space is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Lula Washington and members of her company will take students through a dancer's warm up, demonstrate various dance styles, and teach short excerpts from their repertoire. Participants will have a chance to perform what they learned for their classmates.
Space is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
5/3/2011 - Lula Washington My Special World
10:00am and 11:30am
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Lula Washington and members of her company will take students through a dancer's warm up, demonstrate various dance styles, and teach short excerpts from their repertoire. Participants will have a chance to perform what they learned for their classmates.
Space is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Lula Washington and members of her company will take students through a dancer's warm up, demonstrate various dance styles, and teach short excerpts from their repertoire. Participants will have a chance to perform what they learned for their classmates.
Space is extremely limited. Contact us for details.
5/24/2011 - John Zeretzke My Special World
10:00am and 11:30am
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
John Zeretzke's Music of The Appalachian Mountains: Fiddles, Spoons, Bones and Bags explores the people, history, instruments and music of the Appalachian mountain regions. Students will see how fiddles, fiddlesticks,
bones, dulcimers, banjos, and bagpipes of the British Isles come together to create the music we know today. They'll get to discover the musical history of the banjo, guitar and fiddle, and even make a simple percussion instrument to take home.
Seating is extremely limited. Contact us for information.
Royce Rehearsal Hall
Grades 2-3
Seating is extremely limited. Contact us for information.
9/24/2011 - Symphonic Jazz Orchestra Family Concert
FREE Family Concert
2pm, Royce Hall
The 67-member Symphonic Jazz Orchestra, conducted by co-music Director Mitch Glickman, will be joined by bass player extraordinaire Christian McBride for this special free family concert. The program features the world premiere of a new work composed by SJO co-music Director George Duke for McBride and the orchestra, along with other specially commissioned works.
2pm, Royce Hall
The 67-member Symphonic Jazz Orchestra, conducted by co-music Director Mitch Glickman, will be joined by bass player extraordinaire Christian McBride for this special free family concert. The program features the world premiere of a new work composed by SJO co-music Director George Duke for McBride and the orchestra, along with other specially commissioned works.
10/3/2011 - CONTRA-TIEMPO Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-8
Fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, West African, and Hip-Hop dance styles, CONTRA-TIEMPO creates a unique and exhilarating performance with social and political commentary through dance. If you missed their exciting performance last year, be sure to catch them this time!
Grades 6-8
Fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, West African, and Hip-Hop dance styles, CONTRA-TIEMPO creates a unique and exhilarating performance with social and political commentary through dance. If you missed their exciting performance last year, be sure to catch them this time!
10/14/2011 - Water Is Rising Demonstration Performance
11:00am, Royce Hall
Grades 5-8
Performance and purpose collide in this powerful work that illuminates the plight of the Pacific Islands already experiencing rising sea levels as result of climate change. Thirty-six dancers and musicians express their deep connection to nature and their ancestral past through multi-part harmonies, poetry, and gracious movement cascading over dynamic rhythms inspiring us all to be better stewards of our shared planet.
Grades 5-8
Performance and purpose collide in this powerful work that illuminates the plight of the Pacific Islands already experiencing rising sea levels as result of climate change. Thirty-six dancers and musicians express their deep connection to nature and their ancestral past through multi-part harmonies, poetry, and gracious movement cascading over dynamic rhythms inspiring us all to be better stewards of our shared planet.
10/21/2011 - Los Cenzontles Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 4-8
Los Cenzontles (Nahuatl for "The Mockingbirds") dig deep into Latino traditions to promote dignity, pride and cultural understanding with a powerful new hybrid sound. The Mockingbirds mix electric bass and drums with traditional Mexican instruments – jarana, vihuela, requinto, pandero and quijada (jawbone) – creating a contemporary sound infused with the soul of Mexico’s rural roots music.
Grades 4-8
Los Cenzontles (Nahuatl for "The Mockingbirds") dig deep into Latino traditions to promote dignity, pride and cultural understanding with a powerful new hybrid sound. The Mockingbirds mix electric bass and drums with traditional Mexican instruments – jarana, vihuela, requinto, pandero and quijada (jawbone) – creating a contemporary sound infused with the soul of Mexico’s rural roots music.
11/10/2011 - Evelyn Glennie Demonstration Performance
11am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Dame Evelyn Glennie is the first person in musical history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist. As one of the most eclectic and innovative musicians on the scene today she is constantly redefining the goals and expectations of percussion by creating performances of such vitality they almost constitute a new type of performance.
*Please note performance time.
Grades 6-12
Dame Evelyn Glennie is the first person in musical history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist. As one of the most eclectic and innovative musicians on the scene today she is constantly redefining the goals and expectations of percussion by creating performances of such vitality they almost constitute a new type of performance.
*Please note performance time.
1/20/2012 - Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers Demonstration Performance
11am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Founded more than 40 years ago by UCLA Alumnus Albert McNeil, the Jubilee Singers are known for their vast repertoire of African-American folk music, including the rich genre known as Negro Spirituals as well as gospel, folk songs, calypsos and other African-Caribbean and African vocal forms.
Grades 6-12
Founded more than 40 years ago by UCLA Alumnus Albert McNeil, the Jubilee Singers are known for their vast repertoire of African-American folk music, including the rich genre known as Negro Spirituals as well as gospel, folk songs, calypsos and other African-Caribbean and African vocal forms.
2/10/2012 - Hugh Masekela Demonstration Performance
10:30am, Royce Hall
Grades 6-12
Legendary trumpeter Hugh Masekela returns to L.A. with his high-energy band of South African musicians. A defining force in world music and in the struggle for human rights both in Africa and around the world, Masekela’s incredible musical history ranges from Grazing in the Grass to Bring Him Back Home, an anthemic tribute to Nelson Mandela.
Grades 6-12
Legendary trumpeter Hugh Masekela returns to L.A. with his high-energy band of South African musicians. A defining force in world music and in the struggle for human rights both in Africa and around the world, Masekela’s incredible musical history ranges from Grazing in the Grass to Bring Him Back Home, an anthemic tribute to Nelson Mandela.
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