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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, November 16, 2024!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
November 16, 2024. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So do not wot till tomorrow, start using these unique New York City opportunities today, November 16, 2024!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, November 16, 2024!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (November 16, 2024) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
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'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
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45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Saturday, November 16, 2024
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Tour | NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many
These tours take place at various times. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. See link for details: scroll down to find the daily scheduled tours at $4 (more costly tours are listed on top). Daily tours may include: Brooklyn Bridge SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Lower Manhattan Harlem Downtown Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Graffiti and Street Art Tours
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9:00 am
$4
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Book Discussion | Fashion in American Life: Challenging Existing Approaches
An original contribution to fashion studies, Hazel Clark and Lauren Downing Peters's book challenges existing approaches to fashion in America by considering who 'makes' fashion-when, where, and how. Avoiding the usual emphasis on the 'history of fashion' which perpetuates the myth of fashion designers, and New York, as the originators of American fashion, this exploration of the everyday allows us to see American fashion as a form of agency, self-identification, creative engagement, and politics.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair
Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
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10:00 am
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Discussion | Book Bans and Censorship, with former French Minister of Culture and American Academic
Join former French Minister of Culture Rima Abdul Malak and American academic and librarian Emily Drabinski for a discussion on book bans and censorship, moderated by essayist and critic Maris Kreizman.
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11:00 am
Free
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Museums | Family Fun at a Historical Site: Crafts and Activities Aboard a Vessel, History, Galleries
Enjoy interactive activities and engagement stations for visitors of all ages. Learn about ships, life at sea and make your own important tool with yarn aboard a historical vessel. You can also visit galleries to explore numerous artifacts.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$1, registration required
$1, registration required
Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art
As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park
Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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11:00 am
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Performance | Light and Sound Experience: Immersive Cinematic Wonder!
Embark on a captivating journey filled with awe, warmth, and a sense of human connection. This immersive experience inspired by Dongji, the Korean Winter Solstice celebration, takes you on a journey through the cosmos on the longest night of the year, brought to life through captivating light and sound.
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11:00 am
Free
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Opening Reception | Portraits of Guatemalan People: Heritage Celebration
Photographer Luis González Palma created portraits of Guatemalan individuals of Mayan or mixed Mayan heritage to celebrate their culture and raise awareness of the discrimination and marginalization they endured. Through this work, he also deepened his own understanding of his mestizo roots.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Origami Meetup
OMG NYC (Origami Meetup Group! New York City) is a group for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami - an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws.
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11:30 am
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Book Discussion | The Mighty Moo: The USS Cowpens and Her Epic World War II Journey from Jinx Ship to the Navy's First Carrier into Tokyo Bay (online)
Nathan Canestaro's book is the tale of how a scrappy little World War II aircraft carrier and its untested crew earned a distinguished combat record and beat incredible odds to earn 12 battle stars in the Pacific.
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1:00 pm
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Hike | North Woods Hike
Discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest. To enhance your experience, please bring your own binoculars and field guides on a nature walk into the North Woods of the park to learn about the ecology and wildlife that inhabits this magical woodlands habitat.
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1:00 pm
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Performance | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn: Scenes and Music Based on Betty Smith's Classic Novel - Outdoors
Zara Lawler’s latest production is a dynamic take on A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, the classic novel by Betty Smith. It tells a universal story of the creative blossoming of a girl from an immigrant family, with the tree as a symbol for both resilience and creativity. All the music in the performance is taken directly from the book, ranging from folk and popular tunes to works by Schubert, Dvorak and Bizet, woven seamlessly with key moments from the story. Created and performed by Zara Lawler with Cynthia Shaw, piano, Molly Goldman, violin/viola, and Kathryn McCreary, voice. Start times: 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Film | Asteroid City (2023) Directed by Wes Anderson, Starring Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Tilda Swinton, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, and More
In 1955, a series of world-changing events disrupt the plans of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention in an American desert town. Director: Wes Anderson Cast: Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Stephen Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan, Jeff Goldblum Wes Anderson is an American filmmaker. His films are known for their eccentricity, unique visual and narrative styles and frequent use of ensemble casts. They often contain themes of grief, loss of innocence, and dysfunctional families. Some critics cite Anderson as a modern-day example of an auteur. Three of his films have appeared in BBC Culture's 2016 poll of the greatest films since 2000. Scarlett Johansson is an American actress. The world's highest-paid actress in 2018 and 2019, she has featured multiple times on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2021. Johansson's films have grossed over $14.3 billion worldwide, making her the highest-grossing box office star of all time. Tom Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, he is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is regarded as an American cultural icon. Hanks' films have grossed more than $4.9 billion in North America and more than $9.96 billion worldwide, making him the fourth-highest-grossing actor in North America. Hanks has received six Academy Award nominations, including two consecutive wins for Best Actor for Philadelphia (1993) and Forrest Gump (1994). Tilda Swinton is a British actress. Known for her roles in independent films and blockbusters, she has received various accolades, including an Academy Award and a British Academy Film Award, in addition to nominations for three Golden Globe Awards. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century. Edward Norton is an American actor. He gained immediate recognition and critical acclaim for his debut in Primal Fear (1996), which earned him a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award nomination in the same category. His role as a redeemed neo-Nazi in American History X (1998) earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He also starred in the film Fight Club (1999), which garnered a cult following. Adrien Brody is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Wladyslaw Szpilman in Roman Polanski's war drama The Pianist (2002), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor at age 29, becoming the youngest actor to win in that category. He also became the second American male actor to win the Cesar Award for Best Actor for the same film. He has starred in several other films and has received several other awards including nominations for a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award.
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2:00 pm
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Play | Desagua: The Lives of Professional Caregivers - Outdoors
A documentary theater work by and about the experiences of professional caregivers in Manhattan. Created by Katiana Gonçales Rangel with Katie Brook Written and performed by Rocio Piamonte, Inde Ramsaran, Katiana Gonçales Rangel, Maryory Rodriguez, and Cristiele Santos
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2:00 pm
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Film | The Living Daylights (1987): A James Bond Film
James Bond helps KGB officer Georgi Koskov defect to the British side during a symphony performance. As he's being debriefed, Koskov reveals that the new KGB head, Leonid Pushkin, has instituted a policy in which defectors are assassinated. When Bond investigates, he discovers a counterplot involving a shady American arms dealer and two Russian assassins. Director: John Glen Cast: Timothy Dalton, Maryam d'Abo, Joe Don Baker, Art Malik, Jeroen Krabbe
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2:00 pm
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Discussion | Literature and Memory: Bestselling Authors in Conversation
Join French writer and screenwriter Anne Berest (The Postcard) and American writer A.M. Homes (The Mistress’ Daughter) for a conversation on family, history, and identity. They’ll discuss how personal narratives shape self-perception, exploring the role of storytelling in preserving legacies, the impact of generational trauma, and the complexities of cultural identity today.
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | The Past is Prologue: Themes in Painting
Artists from the exhibition Past as Prologue discuss themes of landscape, self-portraiture, and genre painting based on works of Eastman Johnson. Moderated by Patricia Hills of Boston University.
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2:00 pm
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Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Silent Clowns Film Series: Harold Lloyd and Speedy (1928)
Remembered as the "third genius" of silent comedy, Harold Lloyd was first at the box-office in the 1920s. Speedy (1928) is not as well known as Safety Last (1923) or The Freshman (1925), but is equally funny and shows Lloyd at the peak of his cinematic skills. Set in Manhattan, the films boast some still recognizable New York City locations, as well as vanished icons like old Yankee Stadium and Babe Ruth. This was Lloyd's last silent film, and, along with the previous year's The Kid Brother (1927), was a final summing up of his mastery of the silent comedy feature. One of Lloyd's early one-reel shorts opens the program. The Silent Clowns Film Series is New York's longest-running regularly scheduled silent film showcase. The programming reaches the serious film buff by including rarely-screened titles and rare prints, yet it also introduces kids and new audiences to the classics of the silent screen. Screenings feature live piano accompaniment by MoMA's Ben Model, with an introduction and Q&A by film historians Model and Steve Massa. Registration required.
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2:30 pm
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Poetry Reading | Poetry Translated from the Russian
Sasha Dugdale reads from her recent collections, Deformations and The Strongbox, reflecting on the way that translating Russian-language poetry has left a lasting impression on her own poetics.
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3:30 pm
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Dance Performance | Activations: Friday Night Lights - Dance Outdoors
Gathered through an open call by Dia and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, the program’s participants met with artist Gillian Walsh for a five-week movement course. Taking a contemplative approach to dance, Walsh led participants through a series of exercises focused on cultivating sincerity and a sense of their interiority, deemphasizing virtuosic movement and inviting participants to engage personal memory, fantasy, and conjured space. The resulting choreography, composed collectively, contains movement ranging from the still to the exuberant. It is performed at the park’s athletic field, a quintessential backdrop of the American imagination.
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4:00 pm
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Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more.
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4:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Contemplative Dance-Movement
Friday Night Lights contains movement ranging from the still to the exuberant. Under the direction of artist, choreographer Gillian Walsh.
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4:00 pm
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Master Class | Oboe Master Class
Oboe Master Class with Albrecht Mayer.
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4:00 pm
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Classical Music | Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)
Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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4:00 pm
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Classical Music | String Quartet: Schubert's Famous Death and the Maiden and More
The Abeo Quartet Program Schubert (1797-1828) Death and the Maiden Reena Esmail "Ragamala"
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4:30 pm
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Classical Music | 20th Century Violin Works (In Person AND Online!)
Joohyun Kate Kim, Viola. Program Eric Coates (1882-1957), First Meeting (Souvenir) York Bowen (1884-1961), Sonata No. 1, Op. 18 Henri Busser (1872-1973), Appassionato, Op. 34
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Opening Reception | This Was Here: Los Angeles Through Signage Paintings
Alfonso Gonzalez Jr. captures the evolving cityscape of Los Angeles and the ways in which people impact its transformation. His paintings of signs for hair and nail salons, accident lawyers, and insurance brokers bring the exhibition to life with faces, hairstyles, and elaborate nail designs. Gonzalez views his exhibition as a large still life, showcasing the diverse elements of authentic Los Angeles.
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Contemporary Korean Paintings: Group Exhibition
Tone Check: The Skins of Contemporary Korean Painting is a group exhibition featuring 9 Korean artists who delve into the psychological, emotional, and social complexities often hidden beneath the surface. Just as skin serves as a protective barrier, these artists work to expose that barrier, inviting vulnerability and direct communication with the audience.
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6:00 pm
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City Walk | Dazzling Lights! Immersive Experience by the Waterfront
Spanning across six acres, this Illuminating display features an array of 18,750 lowlight, fiber-optic stemmed spheres that illuminate with a slow subtle change of hue. Guests are immersed in the installation as they walk a winding path through the ethereal painted landscape framed by the city's iconic skyline and the waterfront.
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Concert | Music by Sting, Frank Zappa, and More (In Person AND Online!)
Bruce Arnold, Greg Baker, Jane Getter, Gene Pritsker, electric guitars; Robert C. Ford, poet; and Petro Krysa, violin, perform works by Bruce Arnold (b. 1955), Greg Baker (b. 1968), Kitty Brazelton (b. 1951), Dan Cooper, Jane Getter, Sting (b. 1951), Gene Pritsker (b. 1971), Will Rowe, Frank Zappa (1940-1993).
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Concert | Spanish Singer-Songwriter Mines Roots Traditions
A devoted student of roots traditions, the Spanish singer and songwriter Alba Carmona moves effortlessly between Spanish, Mediterranean and Latin American traditional and folk genres. Her concert will render through her flamenco roots a broad range of folk songs of her own and those carefully arranged, journeying across the globe to uncover where these songs have further evolved. Prepare for a raw and thrilling experience, where voices, guitar, violin, and percussion become the vehicles that transport us from the foundation of our shared past to the present day.
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Swedish-American Composer and Organist Plays Experimental Interpretations
Stockholm-based American composer and organist Kali Malone returns to New York City to present the organ, choir, and brass pieces from her highly acclaimed album All Life Long. In her hands, experimental minimalist reinterpretations of centuries-old polyphonic compositional methods become portals to new ways of perceiving harmony, structure, and introspection. She will perform on the iconic pipe organ with additional 4-handed organ accompaniment by Stephen O'Malley, together with Anima brass quintet and members of the Choral Chameleon choir. The virtuosic Polish guitarist Raphael Rogiński presents a live performance of his landmark 2015 album, Rogiński Plays Coltrane & Langston Hughes, soon to be reissued by the Unsound imprint. He will present distinct and nuanced interpretations of John Coltrane’s compositions, removing them almost entirely from the jazz context, as well as pieces that he has built around the writing of American poet and social activist Langston Hughes. Joining him on stage is drummer Jim White—of the Dirty Three and a myriad of other projects—as well as vocalist Amirtha Kidambi.
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