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“The NSO has never sounded better.” — The Washington Post
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On September 25, 2026, fans gathered at the Kennedy Center's REACH for an evening celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Dolly Parton—singer, songwriter, actor, author, philanthropist, cu…
As part of the Millennium Stage series, members of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra emerge from the orchestra pit and take their place in the Justice Forum at The REACH to share the …
Danica is an all-women’s jazz ensemble bringing warmth, wit, and virtuosity to the stage. The group’s songbook spans beloved standards alongside original songs by bandleader Audrey Silve…
It takes good soil, and good seasons, to bear good fruit, and Upstate has had its plenty. The band sprung up in New York’s legendary Hudson Valley, set in the middle of a thick American mu…
Australian singer-songwriter Jordie Lane makes his debut at the Kennedy Center. Born to a comedian and a clown, his early years were spent in a traveling circus, an unconventional upbringing…
Violinist Leora Cohen and pianist Ariel Lanyi present a program spanning the elegance of Vienna to the vibrant spirit of Broadway. Featuring works by Mozart, Gershwin/Heifetz, and Schumann, …
Experience the sheer power and dazzling agility of the brass quintet in an unforgettable evening of musical masterworks. This dynamic program celebrates the absolute best of the brass repert…
Trombonist and composer Marcel Penzes presents the music of New Orleans, from the second line to the concert hall! Celebrating jazz as it was originally intended—a joyful, collective expr…
Tre. Charles is an alternative/indie soul artist who dives into the depths of his soul, inviting you into his world with an expressive blend of warm and soulful undertones, powerful lyrics, …
The U.S. Army Blues, part of the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” is the premier jazz ensemble of the US Army. After informal beginnings in 1970, this 19-piece ensemble became…
Milo Gonzalez is a guitarist born of a multi-generational family of artists and musicians native to Venice Beach, California. Inspired to play both electric and acoustic guitar, he discovere…
Noted for “ardent lyricism” and “an extraordinary range of color,” pianist Francine Kay presents To Dance to Dream, a program of masterworks by Ravel, Debussy and Chopin. Enter a mag…
PETROF Artist, Mary Voutsas, presents Gods & Dances, a solo piano recital tracing a path through Hellenic piano music, combining the neoclassical lyricism of Manos Hadjidakis and Dimitri Mit…
Adrienne Mack-Davis is a classically trained singer/songwriter originally from Rochester, NY. She emanates positivity and self-love with hard hitting soul/R&B melodies fused with infectious …
Formosan Groove blends jazz improvisation with the spirit of Taiwanese folk and contemporary Asian influences, creating a sound that is both rooted in tradition and boldly modern.
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Built by four kids from Jacksonville, Florida, Last Resort is an indie rock band known for its energetic live shows, anthemic guitar driven songs, and authentic songwriting that captures a r…
Members of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra emerge from the orchestra pit and take their place on the Millennium Stage to share the rich and varied chamber music repertoire. Each mus…
Water Seed’s music is a fusion of funk, rock, hip hop, and jazz, which the band has coined as “Future Funk.” Their sound is characterized by tight, intricate grooves, soaring melodie…
The Lions Gate Trio combines elegance, passion, and exceptional ensemble playing. Their performances are marked by artistic sensitivity, vibrant energy, and a deep commitment to bringing cha…
Guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Eric Jerardi rings his soul-soaked blend of blues and rock to the Kennedy Center. With fiery guitar work, a commanding voice, and songs rooted in grit, …
Victor Vas and The Blue Fiddles blend the raw energy of rock and blues with the storytelling lyricism of Americana. Victor’s solo song building—which live-loops guitars, fiddle, bass, …
