In 1979, five childhood friends set out to create a hip-hop group that would change the community of the City of Mount Vernon. Inspired by some of the most influential artists of the 1980s and ‘90s, they brought this music genre to the City, using their musical gifts and talents…
Westchester County is home to a myriad of talent. Several local organizations aim to give these poets, musicians and songwriters the chance to showcase their creative works. Open Mic events foster a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for those artists to share their labors-of-love or works-in-progress. On the first Wednesday of…
Westchester is buzzing with exciting summer events that will get you outdoors and onto your next family adventure! We’ve rounded up 11 fun-packed summer events, Shakespeare in the Park performances, outdoor concerts and celebrations happening throughout Westchester, many of which are free. Be sure to check out our “Music in the…
This July, New Rochelle Public Library will bring Greek, Jewish, Native American and Middle Eastern cultures to its stage through the artistic customs of each respective culture. For the 35th year, the Library’s International Music and Dance series embraces traditions of music, dance and song as told from unique perspectives….
Throughout the month of July, Greenburgh Public Library presents a series that embraces Latin American culture. Café a las Siete aims to “preserve Latino culture for the next generation” with storytelling, music and dance. On July 10, children’s book author Emma Otheguy will help families to discover and protect their…
ArtsWestchester Appoints New Board President Michael J. Minihan ArtsWestchester recently announced the appointment of Michael J. Minihan as its new Board President. Minihan is an international tax attorney, entrepreneur and lifelong resident of Westchester County. His roots in Westchester run deep, having grown up in Ossining, and attended both college…
White Plains Public Library presents “The Artists’ Loft,” an interdisciplinary series of live events led by musician Art Bennett. On June 13 and 27, visual artist Lana Yu will join Bennett for his two-hour sessions. In the spirit of jazz lofts of the 1970s, these sessions rely on two artistic…
On May 18, Alliance Française de Westchester will celebrate the legacy of influential French composer Claude Debussy for the centenary of his death, which was in March of 1918. Its concert celebration of the composer’s work will include a performance that features three guest performers: pianist Hélène Jeanney and flutists…
In 1988, two New Rochelle High School graduates who missed playing in their high school concert band, Rachel Eckhaus and Robert LaPorta, convinced their former band director Jim Wayne to help them form a group in Westchester. So began the Hudson Valley Wind Symphony, which – now known as Westchester…
The Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts presents a mid-week mood-lift with its Wednesday Morning Concert series this month. Each of these diverse morning events includes a 45-minute performance. Pianist Andrew Armstrong opens the month on May 9, bringing his expressiveness and technique to the stage. The Argus Quartet…
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