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Caramoor's Summer: Music, Nature, and Stars Unite
18 Jun
Summary
- Caramoor presents over 30 performances from June 20 to Aug. 2.
- The season features diverse genres including classical, jazz, and opera.
- Notable artists include Kelli O'Hara and violinist Gil Shaham.
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah unveils its 81st season, a vibrant summer of music, nature, and cultural celebration. More than 30 performances and events are scheduled from June 20 to Aug. 2, offering a rich tapestry of classical, jazz, American roots, opera, and dance.
The season kicks off June 20 with Tony Award-winner Kelli O'Hara and the Orchestra of St. Luke's, presenting a program of American Songbook classics and Broadway hits. June 21 features the Dedicated Men of Zion for a Juneteenth celebration.
Subsequent performances include pianist Hélène Grimaud on June 25, Isaac Mizrahi's Pride Month show on June 26, the American Roots Music Festival on June 27, and The Knights with pianist Conrad Tao on June 28. The season concludes Aug. 2 with violinist Gil Shaham.
Other notable artists gracing the Caramoor stage are the Punch Brothers (July 18), Patty Griffin (July 11), Mark Morris Dance Group (July 30), and Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers (Aug. 1). The Jazz Festival, in partnership with Jazz at Lincoln Center, returns July 25.
Special programming includes Baroque opera performances by Les Arts Florissants and Philharmonia Baroque, a world premiere by Christopher Cerrone, and a new collaboration between Yuja Wang and People of Earth. The Pops, Patriots, and Fireworks celebration on July 4 will mark America's 250th birthday.
