NIH Community Orchestra: Celebrating American Composers (Free admission)

Sat Dec 06 2025 at 04:00 pm to 05:30 pm UTC-05:00

Walt Whitman High School | Bethesda

NIH Community Orchestra
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NIH Community Orchestra: Celebrating American Composers (Free admission)
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We'll explore the theme of "home" with classic works by American composers. Free admission.
About this Event

What does “home” mean to composers?

Come find out at our concert on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 4:00 p.m., where we’ll present classic works by 19th-21st century composers. This family-friendly concert will take place at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, Md., in the Daryl W. Shaw Auditorium. Free admission!

Program
Ferde Grofe (1892-1972) – Mississippi Suite
Charles Ives (1874-1954)/arr. Boyd – “The Alcotts” from Piano Sonata No. 2
William Grant Still (1895-1978) – Serenade
Edward Macdowell (1860-1908)/arr. Woodhouse – selected Woodland Sketches
Elena Specht (living composer; b. 1993) – We Will Soar

Donations gratefully accepted for NIH charities and to support orchestra operations.

Our expanded seating at Walt Whitman High School makes this concert a perfect event to share the joy of music! See you in Bethesda!


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Walt Whitman High School, 7100 Whittier Boulevard, Bethesda, United States

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