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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171221T000000
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SUMMARY:3rd Melrose Parranda - Make Music New York Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:A Puerto Rican-style parranda (caroling procession) through the streets of the Melrose neighborhood. This event is produced in partnership with Nos Quedamos and the BxCC. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/melrose-parranda-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171208T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171208T190000Z
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SUMMARY:The 5th Annual Parranda con Paranda: Strings Attached
DESCRIPTION:This year we will look at the styles which use stringed instruments\, including paranda of the Garifuna and la música jíbara of Puerto Rico. Cover charge: $7. Reduced fee: $5 (for students and Intervale Green residents). Children under 12 free.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/the-5th-annual-parranda-con-paranda-strings-attached-12-17/
CATEGORIES:Parranda
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171203T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171203T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171203T160000Z
UID:163-1512316800-1512320400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Navidad Flamenca!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana\, this hour-long program highlights the rich holiday customs of the Spanish-speaking world\, from Argentina and Mexico\, to Colombia\, Cuba and Puerto Rico. Incorporating live music\, dance and carols\, the show highlights diverse traditions united by a single language\, and reflects the influence of the Hispanic culture across the Americas. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/navidad-flamenca-12-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171119T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171119T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171119T160000Z
UID:162-1511107200-1511110800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:The Garinagu Percussion Project
DESCRIPTION:Native Bronxite and Garifuna percussionist Roland Guerrero leads master\nmusicians of various genres in a fusion of jazz\, African and Garifuna music\, featuring: Steve Turre\, conch shell and trombone\, Khadijah Harper\, percussion\, Andy Gonzalez\, bass\, Onaje Allen Gumba\, piano\, Libana Maraza\, Garifuna percussion\, James Lovell\, guitar. The Garinagu Percussion Project is made possible by a 2017 Artist for Community Grant awarded by the Bronx Council on the Arts. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/the-garinagu-percussion-project-11-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171112T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171112T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171112T150000Z
UID:161-1510498800-1510502400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Garifuna Jazz Ensemble & Friends Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of music & dance with the Garifuna Jazz Ensemble & Friends. The Residency by Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation\, organized in partnership with The Afri-Garifuna Jazz Ensemble and Bronx Music Heritage Center\, has been made possible with support from Chamber Music America through its Residency Endowment Fund. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/garifuna-jazz-ensemble-friends-concert/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171111T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171111T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171111T190000Z
UID:160-1510426800-1510430400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Bamboula!
DESCRIPTION:A dance and drum presentation showcasing how Afro Puerto Rican rhythms are\nconnected to New Orleans Congo rhythms. Bombazo Dance Co is the first dance\ncompany to present traditional bomba in New Orleans. The evening will consist of\nan excerpt from the company’s production: Bamboula! It will be followed by an\ninteractive lecture/ demonstration of the history\, ending in a community jam the\nSouthern way. Admission fee: $7. Reduced fee: $5 (for studentsand Intervale\nGreen residents).Children under 12 free.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/bamboula-11-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171111T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171111T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171111T130000Z
UID:159-1510405200-1510408800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Garifuna Jazz Ensemble -  Lecture/Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Explore the technical aspects of Garifuna and jazz fusion during this lecture and demonstration. The Residency by Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation\, organized in partnership with The Afri-Garifuna Jazz Ensemble and Bronx Music Heritage Center\, has been made possible with support from Chamber Music America through its Residency Endowment Fund.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/garifuna-jazz-ensemble-demonstration-11-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171110T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171110T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T190000Z
UID:158-1510340400-1510344000@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Garifuna Jazz Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion on Garifuna Music & Spirituality is hosted by Garifuna Music Artist Rhodel ‘Rhodee’ Castillo. Panelists include internationally acclaimed Parandero and Garifuna Artist Aurelio Martinez\, Luz Soliz\, author\, educator and choreographer\, Lucy Blanco\, lead singer for the Garifuna Jazz Ensemble\, and Andy Ordonez\, Garifuna Drummer and Artist with the Garifuna Jazz Ensemble. The Residency by Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation\, organized in partnership with The Afri-Garifuna Jazz Ensemble and Bronx Music Heritage Center\, has been made possible with support from Chamber Music America through its Residency Endowment Fund. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/garifuna-jazz-ensemble-11-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171029T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171029T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171029T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171029T180000Z
UID:157-1509300000-1509303600@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:The New School Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra directed by Bobby Sanabria
DESCRIPTION:The Mambo Kids are back! The 22-piece orchestra playsbig band mambo\, jazz and beyond\nAdmission fee: $10 (all proceeds go to the students)
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/the-new-school-afro-cuban-jazz-orchestra-directed-by-bobby-sanabria-10-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171028T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171028T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171028T180000Z
UID:156-1509213600-1509217200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Halloween!
DESCRIPTION:Our 3rd Annual Bronx Rising! Halloween with live music scores! Our celebration kicks off with face painting by Confetti Faces and family portraits shot by Seis Del Sur photographer Edwin Pagán. We’ll print the images\, you’ll take them home! Bobby Sanabria & Project X will provide a live Latin Jazz soundtrack for the classic silent film\, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. Make sure to wear your costume! Free and open to the public. *The BMHC will be collecting donations for Puerto Rico relief for the Jazz Foundation of America (JFA). JFA helps professional\, career musicians\, who rely on music to pay their bills. JFA relief will help the many jazz\, R&B\, and roots musicians on the island who have lost their homes\, instruments\, livelihoods\, etc to Hurricane Maria.*
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/halloween-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171026T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171026T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171026T180000Z
UID:155-1509040800-1509044400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Chamber Music Jam Session In partnership with the Bronx Arts Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The Bronx Arts Ensemble is throwing a Chamber Music Reading Party for advanced players and chamber music lovers. Open to all instrumentalists that have a desire to play standard chamber music repertoire\, and to all who want to come out and experience the energy of live music. Possible reading repertoire:\nBeethoven\, Brahms\, Mozart\, Haydn\, Schubert. Baby Grand Piano available for use.\nFREE!\nMusicians\, please RSVP with the kind of chamber music would you like to read@\nthe chamber jam: http://bronxartsensemble.org/event-view/bae-chamber-jam/
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/chamber-music-jam-session-in-partnership-with-the-bronx-arts-ensemble/
CATEGORIES:Coquito Masters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171019T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171019T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T190000Z
UID:154-1508439600-1508443200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Seeing Home: The Bronx - Opening Reception of Edwin Torres Photo Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The photos of Bronx bred Edwin J.Torres document the authenticity and reality of\nthe people from the Bronx.The Bronxisone of the last boroughs in New York City\nwhere the American dream begins and ends every day. In the midst of day-to-day\npursuits\, Torres finds timeless moments that suggest the unwavering passion and\ncharacter of the people. His collection of photographs and video\, made from\n2013-2017\, show uswhat makes the Bronx uniquely home. Gallery hours are\nWednesdays and Saturdays from 2 – 5:00pm. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/seeing-home-the-bronx-10-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171014T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171014T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171014T190000Z
UID:153-1508007600-1508011200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Coquito Masters: Season Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:Get a taste of Puerto Rico and kick-off the Coquito Masters season! Join us as coquito-makers compete for the honor of the best “coquito”: a coconut and rum-based beverage similar to egg nog\, traditionally served during the Christmas\nholiday in Puerto Rico. Enjoy a comedy set with Bill Santiago\, Puerto Rican comedian\, reformed journalist\, and former Bronxite.\nThe BMHC will be collecting donations for Puerto Rico hurricane relief efforts\, to be donated to the Jazz Foundation of America (JFA). Special guests will perform as part of the charity event. FREE!
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/coquito-masters-season-kick-off-10-17/
CATEGORIES:SalsaFest
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171012T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20171012T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T190000Z
UID:152-1507834800-1507838400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Social Media for Artists Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our Social Media for Artists Workshop is part of our Artist Series: Tools To Maximize Promotion & Publicity. In this workshop\, we’ll learn tips & tricks to optimize social media to best promote your work and events and to grow your public. We’ll walk through the process from contract to pre-event promo\, post-event promo\, and ongoing contact with employers and fanbase. Led by BMHC’s Social Media Manager\, multimedia storyteller E. B. Gallardo (@ebgallardo). Free and open to artists of all genres.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/social-media-for-artists-workshop-10-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170916T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170916T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170916T190000Z
UID:151-1505588400-1505592000@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Maxine Sullivan Women In Jazz Series: Bronx azz Women: Bertha Hope & Mimi Jones
DESCRIPTION:Followed by a Q&A with Mimi Jones and Bertha Hope. Music performance by the Mimi Jones Band + The Black Madonna Project
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/screening-of-mimi-jones-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170907T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170907T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20210111T170822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T170822Z
UID:2415-1504803600-1504807200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Vernacular / New York
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/vernacular-new-york/
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Spoken Word
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170819T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170819T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170819T190000Z
UID:150-1503169200-1503172800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:SalsaFest: Conversations with the Masters II
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Ray Santos\, a Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer who grew up in the Bronx. He is the only living musician who has played\, composed and arranged for the Mambo Kings (Machito\, Tito Rodriguez\, and Tito Puente). The interview will be followed by a music performance by Anaisa Charanga\, a multi-generational Cuban-style charanga\nall-female band\, led by flautist Jessica Valiente
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/salsafest-conversations-with-the-masters-ii-08-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170715T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170715T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170715T190000Z
UID:149-1500145200-1500148800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:To the Rising Sun
DESCRIPTION:Tsidii Le Loka\, South African Tony Award nominated star of the Lion King on Broadway\, performs To the Rising Sun\, featuring the music of Miriam Makeba and the words of Nelson Mandela
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/to-the-rising-sun-07-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170621T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170621T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170621T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170621T170000Z
UID:148-1498064400-1498068000@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Crotona Park Birdsong
DESCRIPTION:A concert at Crotona Park with Bobby Sanabria & Project X featuring original compositions by Jeff Lederer inspired by the park’s local birds. It will follow a screening of the documentary\, Thomas Chapin\, Night Bird Song (2016) at the BMHC and Q&A with the director\, Stephanie Castillo
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/crotona-park-birdsong/
CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Music Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170610T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170610T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170610T190000Z
UID:147-1497121200-1497124800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:One Island\, Two Houses
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening: Birthright Crisis (2013)\nScreening of thisaward-winning film about the plight of Haitians in the Dominican Republic\, followed by a Q&A with director Miriam Neptune.\nMusic by:Yasser Tejeda & Palotré\nAn infectiously rhythmic and cutting-edge group originally from the Dominican Republic\, which fuses Dominican roots music with jazz\, blues\, funk and rock.\nCo-sponsored with Casita Maria & the 2017 South Bronx Culture Trail: Take the Green Train.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/one-island-two-houses-06-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170601T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170601T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170601T190000Z
UID:146-1496343600-1496347200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Las Tres Hermanas: Activism Through the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Opening reception for this exhibit \,which pays tribute to the sisters\nEvelina Antonetty\, Elba Cabrera and Lillian Lopez\,who settled in\nthe Bronx\, where they became activists for the community and the\narts.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/las-tres-hermanas-activism-through-the-arts-06-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170520T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170520T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170520T190000Z
UID:145-1495306800-1495310400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Dance in the Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Today’s program celebrates the borough’s African heritage and Afro-diasporic legacy through dance and drum ensembles. West Africa comprises a vast geographical area including Guinea\, Cameroon\, Nigeria\, Gambia\, Senegal\, Benin\, Burkina Faso\, Ivory Coast\, Liberia\, Mali\, Libe- ria\, Mali\, Mauritania\, Niger\, and Sierra Leone among others. Countries that are quite different historically\, culturally\, and politically. During the colonial period\, some of the dances and traditions were pushed “underground.” Some have returned after Independence in revival performances. For the Garifuna communities\, West African traditions merged with indigenous ones in the Caribbean to produce their music\, though it relies heavily on the rhythmic drumming from Mother Africa. Tonight will look\, learn and hear the drum and dance traditions as we remember a saying from the Efik people of Cameroon and Nigeria\, Abasi ecue maya beki (Through the drum God speaks).
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/dance-in-the-diaspora-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170517T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170517T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T170000Z
UID:144-1495040400-1495044000@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Making the Drum Talk! with Milteri Tucker Concepcion
DESCRIPTION:Bomba Dancer and Puerto Rican native Milteri Tucker Concepcion will teach\nbomba dance\, timing\, figure and skirt technique. Ages 12 & up.\nCost: $15. Pre-Registration necessary.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/making-the-drum-talk-milteri-tucker-concepcion-05-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170511T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170511T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T190000Z
UID:143-1494529200-1494532800@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Book Presentation: The Great Woman Singer
DESCRIPTION:NYU professor Licia Fiol-Matta presents and reads from her new book\, The Great Woman Singer: Gender and Voice in Puerto Rican Music (2017)\, which traces the careers of four iconic Puerto Rican singers Myrta Silva\, Ruth Fernández Ernestina Reyes\, and Lucecita Benítez\, while exploring how their voices and performance style transformed the public perception of the female vocalist in popular music. Presentation will be followed by a short music performance.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/book-presentation-the-great-woman-singer-05-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170504T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170504T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170504T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170504T180000Z
UID:142-1493920800-1493924400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Bronx Lighthouse College Preparatory Academy Spring Arts Showcase.
DESCRIPTION:This pop-up exhibition features artwork by students from a local high school. The\nexhibit will remain open from May 4 through May 20th.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/bronx-lighthouse-college-preparatory-academy-spring-arts-showcase-05-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170430T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170430T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170430T190000Z
UID:141-1493578800-1493582400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:New School Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Swing the night away with the New School Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra\, directed by multi-Grammy nominated percussionist Bobby Sanabria. This ensemble\ncelebrates the rich legacy of jazz and Afro-Cuban music\, with a repertoire that takes us on a journey through the past\, present\, and future of the genre.\n*Cost: $10 (all proceeds go to the students)
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/new-school-afro-cuban-jazz-orchestra-04-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170409T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170409T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170409T160000Z
UID:140-1491753600-1491757200@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:The Lowdown Brass Band (LDB)
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Chicago\, the LDB is a horn-driven tour de force that breaks the barrier between audience and performer with their live show\, which features dynamic vocals\, Rapper Billa Camp\, and body movement. This program will feature a performance and presentation of 2nd Line: Our living Legacy\, where LDB takes the audience on a journey through time.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/the-lowdown-brass-band-ldb/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170408T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170408T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170408T190000Z
UID:139-1491678000-1491681600@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:Balkan-Influenced Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Conversations with the Masters\, featuring Helen Merrill (Jelena Ana Milcetic)\, a Bronx-born jazz vocalist who began her career at 845 Club in the Bronx. Now a world-renowned singer\, she’s performed and recorded with Chet Baker\, Gil Evans and Stan Getz\, among many others. The event will also feature a performance by Serbian-born jazz vocalist Alma Micic.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/balkan-influenced-jazz-04-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170326T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170326T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170326T190000Z
UID:138-1490554800-1490558400@bmhcarchive.org
SUMMARY:New School Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Swing the night away with the New School Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra\, directed by multi-Grammy nominated percussionist Bobby Sanabria.This ensemble celebrates the rich legacy of jazz and Afro-Cuban music\, with a repertoire that takes us on a journey through the past\, present\, and future of the genre.\n*Cost: $10 (all proceeds go to the students)
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/new-school-afro-cuban-jazz-orchestra-03-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170318T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170318T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T054307
CREATED:20170318T173000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170318T173000Z
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SUMMARY:Persian New Year: Nowruz
DESCRIPTION:5:30 PM: Crafting Nowruz: A family Workshop – Nowruz\, which means “New Day\,” is an ancestral holiday marking the first day of spring. In the Iranian/Persian tradition\, a special table setting is made. In this workshop\, families will learn about Nowruz and create their own table setting by decorating and painting eggs and using papercrafts. Co-facilitated by Sareh Imani and Sahar Muradi.\n7:00 pm: Poetry Reading and Performance\nAmir Vahab will read the poetry of Hafez\, which is also used to tell fortunes. Audience members will be able to ask their own questions to the poet. Music performance by Vatan\, a group of Middle Eastern-American musicians who blend the lines between Persian folk music and country\, funk and rock\, as they revive classic tunes while building new ones. Presented in conjunction with the City Lore exhibit\, Poetic Voices of the Muslim World.\nNowruz\, the Persian New Year\nNowruz or Nooruz is translated from Farsi as “New Day.” It is celebrated at the spring equinox in Iran (ancient Persia)\, Afghanistan\, Azerbaijan\, Tajikistan\, Turkey\, Iraq and Syria. The celebration recognizes the time of rebirth\, the return of the light\, and the coming of spring and shares similar elements with spring holidays in other cultures\, such as the Christian Easter. Nowruz predates Islam and has its origins in the Zoroastrianism religion so it predates Islam\, though today it is celebrated as a secular holiday as well. Zoroastrianism is based on the teachings of the Persian prophet Zoraster (best known in the West by his Greek name\, Zarathushtra). Though there is much debate as to when he lived\, many scholars place the date of his birth between 1500 and 1200 BCE. Zoroastrianism is one of the oldest monotheistic religions and has influenced Mahayana Buddhism\, Judaism\, Christianity and Islam. To the latter three it gave many concepts including the idea of a cosmic struggle between the forces of Good and Evil; a hierarchy of celestial beings (angels) who mediate between God and humanity; and the coming of a Messiah.\nNowruz eve is called Chaharshanbe Suri. At this time bonfires\, symbolizing enlightenment and happiness\, are lit and participants take turns jumping over the fire. During Nowruz the next day\, the centerpiece of the celebration has come to be the ceremonial table which is covered with a white cloth\, Haft-seen\, which is known as the cloth of seven dishes since seven has been an auspicious number since ancient times in Persia. These items are (the symbolism varies according to different sources):\n—sprouts (sabzeh) which symbolize rebirth\n—a pudding paste (samanu) made from germinating wheat for growth —apple (seeb) for health\n—the fruit of the lotus tree (senjed) for love\n—garlic (seer) which represents health and wisdom\n—sumac berries (somaq) to represent shelter and security\n—vinegar (serkeh) for patience and tolerance\nThe table may also include a few coins to represent prosperity\, a basket of painted eggs to represent fertility\, a goldfish to symbolize life\, rosewater for cleansing and a mirror as a reflection of Creation.
URL:https://bmhcarchive.org/event/persian-new-year-nowruz-03-17/
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