“The Magic Recorder” presented by the American Classical Orchestra
On Saturday, January 26 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. the American Classical Orchestra will present The Magic Recorder in the Vanderbilt Education Center. The program introduces children to the pleasures of classical music in an interactive, age-appropriate and entertaining format. Audiences learn the differences between the period instruments and their modern counterparts. “The Magic Recorder” features international recorder star Horacio Franco and Thomas Crawford performing Baroque music, including Vivaldi’s “Winter” from the “Four Seasons,” on the recorder and harpsichord. The 45-minute performance will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. Recorders will be available for purchase at the event or children may bring their own. The cost is $15 per person.
Dressed in period costume as the distinguished 18th century composer Vivaldi, Thomas Crawford will perform on the harpsichord. Horacio Franco will perform on a variety of recorders from his extensive collection and demonstrate the differences between instruments. The American Classical Orchestra is dedicated to fostering and preserving the great music of the Baroque, Classical and early Romantic eras. Under the direction of founder Maestro Thomas Crawford, the ACO it has become a leading orchestra in the New York Metropolitan and Tri-State area. Reservations are strongly recommended and may be made by calling (203) 869-6899 ext. 10.
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