
The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs
Performances: May 2 - 10
His products changed the world…now meet the man behind the machine. The Grammy®–winning original opera explores the life, death, and obsession of an innovator.
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Performances: May 2 - 10
His products changed the world…now meet the man behind the machine. The Grammy®–winning original opera explores the life, death, and obsession of an innovator.
2024 has already seen Kylie take home the Global Icon Award at the BRITs, win the Best PopDance Recording Grammy for the smash hit, ‘Padam Padam’, attend the Met Gala, completeherinaugural Las Vegas Residency, perform at WeHo Pride and release a series of high profilecollaborations. July saw Kylie perform an awe-inspiring and critically lauded headline show atLondon’s BST Hyde Park. Described by The Guardian as “a glorious celebration of popperfection” (5*) and by Metro as “outrageously good” (5*), Rolling Stone’s 5* review said: “This pop queen’s London takeover proves her unchallengeable place atop the throne remainsperfectly intact.” Kylie released her Number 1 album 'Tension' in September 2023 which hasnow surpassed 500,000 sales worldwide and nearing half a billion streams.
Ranky Tanky has achieved many firsts for South Carolina’s West African–rooted Gullah community since their formation, earning yet another milestone at the 2019 Grammy Awards by taking home the Best Regional Roots Album prize for their sophomore release Good Time.
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Join Sara Bareilles for a career-spanning New Year's Eve! Since her first mega-hit “Love Song,” Bareilles has become one of the most acclaimed singers and songwriters of her era. The two-time Grammy winner was nominated for Album of the Year for The Blessed Unrest and made her Broadway debut in 2016 with Waitress, which she starred in and for which she wrote the music and lyrics, picking up a pair of Tony nominations in the process.
Musicians Nick Kendall and Charles Yang, who both double on violin and vocals, alongside Ranaan Meyer, who accompanies on voice and double bass, are better known as Time for Three, an Emmy and Grammy-Award winning chamber pop trio with a foot in the classical world and the other squarely in the field of contemporary folk. Renowned for bravura concerts at spaces including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center and The Royal Albert Hall, the ensemble have worked closely with a diverse and famous roster of artists and composers, including Ben Folds, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Bell, Chris Brubeck and Pulitzer Prize winners Jennifer Higdon and William Bolcom.
This Americana-friendly combo are equally at home performing movie soundtracks, playing new classics by composer Kevin Puts for the acclaimed Deutsche Grammophon label, releasing catchy indie rock cuts like their breakout radio hit "Vertigo”, or presenting Home for the Holidays, a winter wonderland of holiday favorite arrangements including The Christmas Song, Edelweiss, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and a special Hanukkah mash-up!
Performances: Dec 6 & 7
Since the release of his 2004 critically acclaimed CD When I Fall In Love, Chris Botti has become the largest-selling American instrumental artist. His success has crossed over to audiences usually reserved for pop music and his ongoing association with PBS has led to four #1 jazz albums, as well as multiple Gold, Platinum and Grammy Awards. Most recently, his latest album Impressions won the Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Album. Performing worldwide and selling more than four million albums, he has found a form of creative expression that begins in jazz and expands beyond the limits of any single genre.
Gaby Moreno is a Grammy®-winning and Emmy®-nominated singer-songwriter and producer hailing from Guatemala. Since moving to Los Angeles, she has released nine albums, including the Grammy®-winning X Mí (Vol. 1), and earned Grammy® nominations for Alegoría and Illusion.
Today the legendary Kirk Franklin, a 19-time GRAMMY® Award-winning producer, songwriter, and artist, is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated 2024 leg of The Reunion Tour. Joining him as co-headliners are esteemed peers and gospel music icons Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and The Clark Sisters. Kierra Sheard-Kelly will also join the tour as a special guest across all dates.
Known as “The Voice”, Sandi Patty was originally introduced to the world with her rendition of The Star Spangled Banner during the rededication of the Statue of Liberty in 1986, virtually overnight becoming one of the country’s best-loved performers. Since then, she has brought her entertainment, humor, and soulful interpretations of songs to audiences around the world. As one of the most highly acclaimed performers of our time, she has garnered five Grammy® awards, four Billboard Music Awards, three platinum records, five gold records, over forty Dove awards, and more than twelve million units sold. Sandi has been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame as well as the Oklahoma Hall of Fame.
In honor of Duke Ellington’s 125th and hip hop’s 50th birthdays, five-time Grammy Award–winning pianist, composer, producer, and founding Kennedy Center Hip Hop Culture Council Member Robert Glasper celebrates the iconic musical legacies of Ellington and hip hop legend J Dilla through his genre-shattering brand—Black Radio.
Born in Chapel Hill, NC in 1946, Loudon Wainwright III came to fame when “Dead Skunk” became a Top 20 hit in 1972. Wainwright has recorded 27 albums, including his 2009 Grammy Award®–winning High Wide & Handsome.
Performances: 7:30pm & 9:30 pm
Legendary bassist, musician, and Grammy winner Adam Blackstone is the mastermind behind the live shows of many of today’s biggest acts including Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5, and many others.
Sixteen-time Grammy Award®–winning musician, composer, and producer David Foster joins forces with acclaimed singer and television/Broadway star Katharine McPhee to bring their show on the road.
This intimate show with the powerhouse duo will be packed with Foster’s hits, featuring music from artists including Chicago, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, and Michael Bublé, and McPhee’s biggest songs from American Idol, Smash, and Waitress—plus some of their personal favorites!
Performances: Jan 18 @7pm; Jan 20 @8pm; Jan 21 @3pm
Grammy-winning violinist Gil Shaham, proclaimed “the outstanding American violinist of his generation” by Time Magazine, brings flawless technique and spirited warmth to every note of Dvořák’s Violin Concerto—from its powerhouse opening and lyrical slow movement to the lively finale infused with Slavic cheer. Noseda closes the program with Schubert’s final Symphony No. 9, “The Great.”
Performances: Jan 18 @7pm; Jan 20 @8pm; Jan 21 @3pm
Grammy-winning violinist Gil Shaham, proclaimed “the outstanding American violinist of his generation” by Time Magazine, brings flawless technique and spirited warmth to every note of Dvořák’s Violin Concerto—from its powerhouse opening and lyrical slow movement to the lively finale infused with Slavic cheer. Noseda closes the program with Schubert’s final Symphony No. 9, “The Great.”
Performances: Dec 30 @8pm; Dec 31 @9pm
For almost 4 decades, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they grew up on. From their legendary 25+ year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world, Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador.
Performances: Dec 30 @8pm; Dec 31 @9pm
For almost 4 decades, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they grew up on. From their legendary 25+ year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world, Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador.
Performances: Dec. 18 & 19.
Madonna, the incomparable Queen of Pop, is once again gracing the stage with her electrifying presence on "The Celebration Tour." With her iconic style, boundary-pushing performances, and an unparalleled catalog of hits, Madonna captivates audiences of all ages, immersing them in a mesmerizing spectacle of music, dance, and visual artistry. Brimming with energy and her signature charisma, she effortlessly moves between a myriad of genres, showcasing her incredible versatility as an artist. From the flashy glam of the 80s to the edgier sounds of the 90s and the infectious beats of the 2000s, Madonna takes her audience on an unforgettable journey through her illustrious career. The "Celebration Tour" is a celebration of not just her music but also her legacy, reminding us all why she remains an undisputed icon in the music industry. This tour proves that Madonna's reign is far from over, leaving audiences eagerly awaiting her next artistic triumph.
Luis Miguel, the iconic Latin American superstar, has captivated audiences for decades with his soulful voice and electrifying stage presence. Fans all around the world are eagerly anticipating the highly anticipated Luis Miguel Tour 2023. With a career spanning over 30 years, the Mexican singer has amassed an extraordinary repertoire of hits, including classics such as "La Incondicional" and "Por Debajo de la Mesa." Known for his impeccable showmanship and compelling performances, a night at a Luis Miguel concert is an unforgettable experience. The 2023 tour promises to showcase the best of his music, blending timeless ballads with energetic pop tunes, and transporting fans on a musical journey they will cherish for a lifetime. Prepare to immerse yourself in the magic of Luis Miguel's music as he takes the stage and creates an unforgettable atmosphere unlike any other.
Performances: Sept 24 & 25 @ 8pm
Janelle returns to the stage on a tour promoting her latest album, Age of Pleasure - the first in five years. Age of Pleasure is joyful - a radical change from her usual songs that push back against the status quo and the boundaries surrounding her. The evening is destined to be delightfully pleasurable.
With his hauntingly plangent, immediately recognizable sound and riveting expression, Anthony Roth Costanzo has redefined what it means to be a countertenor star in the 21st century. Whether inhabiting the title character in the Metropolitan Opera's Grammy Award-winning production of Philip Glass' Akhnaten, or starring in operas by Handel and other Baroque composers worldwide, Costanzo brings sytlistic and communicative authenticity to all music he sings. His Vocal Arts DC recital debut with pianist Bryan Wagorn includes selections by Antonio Vivaldi, Gabriela Lena Frank, Joel Thompson, Giuseppe Verdi, and songs of Barbra Streisand.
Performances: Sept 15 & 16 @8pm
When the Grammy–winning violinist last conducted and performed with the NSO, he was “enthusiastically embraced with thunderous applause… the sold-out audience entirely entranced” (DC Theater Arts). Don’t miss your chance to witness Joshua Bell’s brilliance firsthand in one of the most popular works of his instrument’s repertoire, Bruch’s sumptuous First Violin Concerto. To conclude, Bell conducts Mendelssohn’s exhilarating Fourth Symphony.
Performances: Aug 18 @7pm & 9pm
Two-time Edison Award–winning and five-time Grammy Award®–nominated trumpeter, composer, and producer Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (formerly known as Christian Scott) returns to the Kennedy Center for two unforgettable performances drawing from his prolific career. Join us to experience live performances from this jazz innovator as he continues to stretch and surpass the boundaries of his music.
The legendary Lyle Lovett returns to Wolf Trap with the NSO, his Large Band, and signature style fusing country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, blues, and more. Join the four-time Grammy®–winning singer, composer, and actor as he performs his greatest hits including “If I Had a Boat,” “She’s No Lady,” “Nobody Knows Me,” and others alongside brand new arrangements. One night only!
Three-time Grammy–winning violinist and Musical America’s 2023 “Artist of the Year” Hilary Hahn plays Brahms’ passionate Violin Concerto. Then, Alpesh Chauhan leads the NSO in Tchaikovsky’s explosive Fourth Symphony.
Fantastic Negrito is a three-time Grammy Award® winner for Best Contemporary Blues Album and the winner of the first ever NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Negrito’s album White Jesus Black Problems is an exhilarating ode to the power of family and the enduring resilience of our shared humanity—and grapples with racism, capitalism, and the very meaning of freedom itself.
Fans will have “The Look of Love” in their eyes when Grammy-winning jazz pianist and singer Diana Krall brings her “cool and sultry” voice (The New York Times) to Wolf Trap. Krall’s rich, honeyed vocals and tender piano melodies on songs such as “Let’s Fall in Love,” “Night and Day,” and “The Look of Love” have made her a true musical force and one of the most accomplished and distinctive musicians in the world today.
Snarky Puppy is an American jazz fusion band led by bassist Michael League. Founded in 2004, Snarky Puppy combines a variety of jazz idioms, rock, world music, and funk and has won five Grammy Awards. (Wikipedia)
In the course of Chris Isaak's career, he has released nine extraordinary albums, twelve singles, been nominated for two Grammy awards, acted in several motion pictures and starred in his own critically acclaimed TV series. His legendary shows with his longtime band Silvertone have entertained tens of thousands of people for over two decades. Even his hair has its own fan club. And yet, this highly praised herald platinum-selling artist has never released a greatest hits album.
Performances: Jan 20 & Jan 21
Kevin Roosevelt Moore, known as Keb' Mo', is an American blues musician and five-time Grammy Award winner. He is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter, living in Nashville, Tennessee.
GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum powerhouse artists Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin are hitting the road together for the first time ever. The global superstars have built unstoppable solo careers with dozens of #1 songs and millions of albums between them, and are now joining forces live in concert this fall.
Fans can expect to hear renowned hits from two of the biggest names in pop and Latin music on their historic North American arena tour.