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Silver Music presents
A FAMILY CONCERT “Story-telling with Mando” Saturday, June 17, 2017 4:30-5:15pm 218 W 72nd St, New York, New York  Join Armando “Mando” Batista, a storyteller and drummer born and raised in NYC, for a participatory event geared towards young children. Mando brings children’s books to life with music, movement and improvisation and inspires kids to create their own stories based on themes of positivity and community.*space is limited* $12 per person in advance/$15 at the door Purchase tickets online in advance *advance tickets will be available until Friday, June 16, 5pm *cash or check required for tickets purchased at the door general inquiries may be sent to silvermusic@silvermusic.org This concert is ideal for children ages 2-6 years. Children under 2 ~ free |
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Archives for June 2017
Armando “Mando” Batista is a New York Native born and raised in Washington Heights. He is a writer, performer and teaching artist; an urban storyteller capturing the magic and myth of daily life to pull out the extraordinary. Mando has been teaching theater arts to youth for over ten years. As a performer, he has worked in television, film and theater. He is passionate about education and the power of story-telling as a tool for self-development and play. 
Musical Events in NYC: June
Very Young People’s Concert
Friday, June 2, 6:30pm
Center for Family Life at PS 503/506
The NY Phil explores basic musical ideas through movement, singing, and humor. All events are free and open to the public. Boro-Linc events are recommended for all ages and their family members.
The MET Orchestra
Saturday, June 3, 3:00pm
Stern Auditorium
Come hear the MET Orchestra perform works by Mahler and Schumann. See if you can spot a few Silver Music parents in the orchestra! Tickets from $26.
Bach on the Marimba
Saturday, June 3, 8:00pm
Saint Peter’s Church
In this program, three marimbas will offer a contemporary interpretation of works by J.S. Bach, for the enjoyment of both parents and children. Appropriate for all ages, FREE.
The NY Philharmonic
Wednesday, June 14, 8:00pm
Central Park Great Lawn
Hear fantastic music and enjoy the great outdoors at the same time! The NY Phil Orchestra will be performing
Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances, and Gershwin’s An American in Paris on the Great Lawn. FREE.
St. Luke’s Cello Quintet
Friday, June 16, 7:30pm
The Morgan Library & Museum
Performers from St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble share Schubert’s String Quartet in C Major (nicknamed the “Cello” Quintet for the unusual choice of a second cello). Curators from The Morgan Library & Museum, will engage in a pre-concert conversation on the theme of unfinished artistic works. Cost: $40-$50.
Silver Music Family Concert
Saturday, June 17, 4:30pm
218 W 72nd St
Join us for a Family Concert with Armando “Mando” Batista, an educator and urban story-teller for young audiences! The cost is $12/person online in advance or $15/person at the door (children under 2 attend for free). This concert is ideal for children ages 2-6 years old.