Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Presented in collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the New York Philharmonic, one of the nation’s founding cultural organizations, co-present a series of free discussions examining the American experience and inspired by that week’s NY Phil concert. Held at the David Rubenstein Atrium, each uniquely themed program, moderated by renowned ethnomusicologist, historian, and Juilliard faculty member Fredara Hadley, will feature experts discussing topics that expand on the music to explore sociological themes, ranging from revolution and resistance to issues of wealth and prosperity, the tenor of the American voice to the beating heart of the American Dream. All are welcome to learn and participate; each event is free and tickets are not required.

Upcoming Events

September 09 at 7:00 pm

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Home: Belonging, From New England to Hawaii

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

September 09 at 7:00 pm

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Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a talk about belonging and the meaning of home, through the lens of music.
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December 02 at 7:00 pm

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Culture: NYC and the American Voice

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

December 02 at 7:00 pm

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Join us for a panel exploring America’s cultural voices by way of a trio of iconic instrumental works celebrated in music history.
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January 20 at 7:00 pm

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Vision: Facing the American Dream

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

January 20 at 7:00 pm

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Reflect on the themes of hope, discovery, and colonization of American lands, through the lens of classical music.
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TALK

March 10 at 7:00 pm

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Resistance: The Power of Change

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

March 10 at 7:00 pm

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Investigate the revolutionary spirit of the world premiere of a newly commissioned orchestration of Rzewski’s The People United Will Never Be Defeated.
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TALK

March 18 at 7:00 pm

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

Wealth: Patronage and the Arts

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the New York Philharmonic

March 18 at 7:00 pm

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Consider the role of capitalism in shaping the character of our country, centered on David Lang’s the wealth of nations.
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TALK