Finding Joy in Music
Thursday, February 3, 2022, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Fred Plotkin, lecturer
In challenging times, music is not just a balm for the soul but can magically arouse feelings of joy. Fred Plotkin will explore how this happens, with abundant examples that will lift your spirits and put a smile on your face.
The Devil Is in the Details
Friday, February 4, 2022, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Fred Plotkin, lecturer
Sometimes the best music in an opera, symphony or Broadway musical belongs to the bad guy. Using selections of music that are wickedly fun or darkly evocative, Fred Plotkin will plumb the depths of why, sometimes, that which is evil is irresistible — at least in music.
A professionally administered negative COVID-19 rapid antigen or PCR test, along with a valid matching photo ID, is required for all visitors 12 and older. In lieu of a negative COVID-19 test, voluntary proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, along with a valid matching photo ID, may be presented. Masks are encouraged, and they are required for children between the ages of 2 and 11 unless a negative COVID-19 test or voluntary proof of being fully vaccinated (for children ages 5-11 eligible for vaccination) is presented on their behalf. Certain artists and ensembles may require masks. For more information, please visit our COVID-19 Protocols.