May 16, 2018
A Turning Point For Mozart
Idomeneo was the tenth completed opera of Mozart’s career—not bad for a composer who celebrated his 25th birthday only two days before the premiere! But this opera left the previous nine in the dust. Suddenly Mozart was bringing vivid personalities to life with a wrenching emotional power he hadn’t begun to approach before....
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May 03, 2018
A Journey Back to Wolf Trap
For many of Wolf Trap’s 2018 artists, summer marks their official debut on the massive Filene Center stage. But for one acclaimed musician, Chris Thile, Wolf Trap isn’t merely a short stop on a journey of musical success—instead it’s a place that has become intertwined with his remarkable career....
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Apr 23, 2018
A Look at Wolf Trap’s Returning Summer Artists
To kick off a stellar summer season, we wanted to welcome back six returning artists and see what they’ve been up to since their last Wolf Trap performance: 1. John Prine John Prine at the Filene Center in 2016 John Prine needs no introduction. A folk and country legend, Prine first performed on the Filene Center stage in 1985 and has performed here a total...
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Mar 26, 2018
March Happiness
Don’t get bogged down by all of the madness this March! While you watch your brackets, keep your spirits high with some of Wolf Trap’s Summer 2018 artists. Let’s get happy!...
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Mar 26, 2018
Why Going to Concerts Is Good For You
If you love music and going to concerts, you must be familiar with that "feel good" mood boost before, during, and after a performance. Research has shown attending shows has its health benefits. Check out 5 reasons why a concert experience is good for you. ...
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Mar 12, 2018
A View from the Sound Board: Interview with Bob Grimes
By Walker Konkle, Development Intern Bob Grimes, heading into his 35th season as the Production Manager of The Barns at Wolf Trap, knows all there is to know about its performances and history. In almost four decades of serving in this role, Bob has presented more than 80 performances annually, with programming ranging from jazz greats to chamber musicians to legendary folk singers. As Production...
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Mar 05, 2018
March Music Mix
March is an exciting month at Wolf Trap, filled with an assortment of new artists and returning favorites! The Barns will even see a few Celtic inspirations take the stage this month, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Listen to our March Music Mix for a taste of the musical talents that will soon make their way to The Barns! The Last Bandoleros Tue,...
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Feb 27, 2018
Celebrating Cinema: Spotlighting Wolf Trap’s Oscar Nominees
Lights! Camera! Action! Celebrate the best movies of 2017 during the Oscars on March 4, as well as the achievements of many recent and future Wolf Trap artists. Fun fact: Every nominee for original song shares a Wolf Trap connection. Common Sharing a nomination with Diane Warren, 2018 Wolf Trap debut artist Common looks to win another Oscar with “Stand Up for Something,” performed...
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Feb 13, 2018
Curating the 2017-2018 Chamber Music at The Barns Season
Canadian born violinist and musical maverick Lara St. John curated the 2017-2018 Chamber Music at The Barns season. Check out these videos to hear in more detail about each of the artists she selected, and what makes them special! To learn more about Chamber Music at The Barns, and to purchase tickets, visit: wolftrap.org/chamber...
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Feb 02, 2018
Wolfie in the Off-Season
Ever wonder what goes on at Wolf Trap in the winter? While our favorite time is always the warm months of summer, the rest of the year is filled with shows at The Barns, education programs, summer preparations, and a little laughter. We thought it was about time we highlighted one employee whose energy never stops—Wolfie! Here’s a look at how Wolfie spends his day...
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Jan 19, 2018
8 Wolf Trap Artists at the Grammys
We’re celebrating the Grammy nominations of eight of Wolf Trap’s recent and future artists! Watch The Grammys live on January 28 on WUSA 9 to find out who takes home the most coveted music prizes in the biz. Coming Soon Ladysmith Black Mambazo February 5 & 6 at The Barns Categories: Best World Music Album, Best Children’s Album 2017 Favorites Daddy Yankee...
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Jan 16, 2018
Creativity Connects: Arts in Early Learning
Late last year, Wolf Trap completed the first of five legs of an exciting project entitled Creativity Connects: Arts in Early Learning. The project is part of a highly competitive grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, designed to spur partnerships between arts organizations and organizations from non-arts sectors, all in an effort to examine ways in which the arts contribute to the nation’s...
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