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| | The Ahn Trio
Classical Piano, violin, cello
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020 -- 7:30 p.m.
The group hailed as "exacting and exciting" musicians by the LA Times make their return to New Harmony. The sisters (Lucia on the piano, Angella on the violin, and Maria on the cello) have earned a distinguished reputation for embracing 21st century classical music with their unique style and innovative collaborations. The Ahn sisters were born in Seoul, Korea, and educated at the Juilliard School in New York City. Reflecting the two cultures they grew up in, the Trio brings a new energy and excitement to the chamber music world. In two decades of touring, the Trio has performed in all 50 states and in over 30 countries, and has recorded six albums. As teenagers, they graced the stage of New Harmony’s Thrall’s Opera House for the St. Stephens Festival of Music. You won’t want to miss the stunning virtuosity, beauty, innovation, and charm of this visit’s performance! | Buy tickets |
| | Kinobe Quartet
Traditional Ugandan World Beat Jazz
Saturday, March 7, 2020 -- 7:30 p.m.
KINOBE (pronounced chi-no-bay), helped us launch the first UTB/USI Global Crossroads Festival and we are excited to welcome him back! Kinobe is a Ugandan singer/ songwriter whose work is “some of the most exquisite music coming out of Africa today.” He has captivated audiences around the world with his soothing African rhythms, understated vocals and invigorating dance melodies that emanate from the traditional instruments he has customized to develop his unique sound. Along with touring every corner of the globe, and recording ten albums, Kinobe has developed his dream in Uganda: Dance of Hope, a nonprofit that uses music, dance and storytelling to empower young people and improve impoverished communities. It brought a troupe of 15 students to the US in 2018. As Kinobe’s talent and warmth radiate from the stage, you begin to understand how this global ambassador is changing the world. | Buy tickets |
| | Victor Wainwright & the Train
Southern soul, boogie-woogie blues piano & brass
Saturday, April 18, 2020 -- 7:30 p.m.
Victor Wainwright, a 2019 Grammy nominee, winner of the Pine Top Perkins Piano Player of the Year, and BB King Blues Player of the Year awards, brings smoking hot, boogie-woogie piano, deep south soul and a voice reminiscent of Dr. John to our stage. His career began over a decade ago with genuine rock n’ roll honky-tonk, but Wainwright has broadened his artistic scope to include music representing virtually every corner of the blues. His insatiable interest in music discovery and sheer love for entertaining have led him around the world. The resulting perspective is a reflection of his passion for entertaining and creating progressive roots music. Composer, producer, vocalist, and award wining entertainer and piano player; Victor Wainwright is a raucous high-octane, dynamic performer and crowd pleaser. We hope you’ll join us for our 20th Anniversary, high energy, finale celebration! | Buy tickets |