By Sophie Pappas
Carmel residents don’t have to travel far to see famous performers like Harry Connick Jr., Yo- Yo Ma, or Frank Sinatra Jr. For its fifth season, The Center for the Performing Arts is bringing top-notch performers to Carmel.
President and CEO of The Center for the Performing Arts, Tania Castroverde Moskalenko said she is excited about how in only a “few short years” since The Center opened it has proven itself to be “part of the arts culture and entertainment landscape” in Central Indiana, by bringing what she calls “powerhouse artists” to the Indianapolis-area.
“And we are so excited that Harry Connick Jr. is going to open our fifth season,” she said. “It is just tremendous for The Center and for the community.”
5th Anniversary Kick-Off Event*
Harry Connick, Jr.
Aug. 6, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. | The Palladium
Harry Connick, Jr.’s meteoric rise in the world of music was only a prelude to a multi-faceted career. This pianist, vocalist, composer, band leader, actor, and philanthropist has received awards and recognition for his live and recorded musical performances, and for his achievements on screens large and small, as well as the Broadway stage. Throughout his stellar career, Harry Connick, Jr. has earned three Grammy awards, two Emmy Awards, and two Tony nominations, and spearheaded efforts to help rebuild his hometown of New Orleans after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
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Printing Partners Classical Series
Yo-Yo Ma, Cello*
Nov. 18, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. | The Palladium
The many-faceted career of cellist Yo-Yo Ma is testament to his continual search for new ways to communicate with audiences and to his personal desire for artistic growth and renewal. One of the world’s most highly-lauded performing and recording artists, his discography consists of over 90 albums, including more than 17 Grammy Award winners.
*Classical Subscribers have the first opportunity to purchase tickets to Yo-Yo Ma. Single tickets go on sale to non-Classical Subscribers in July.
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Pinchas Zukerman
Jan. 10, 2016 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
Acknowledged as one of the UK’s most prodigious orchestras, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra enjoys an international reputation for bringing audiences worldwide first-class performances and the highest possible standards of music-making across a diverse range of musical repertoire.
The concert will feature Mr. Zukerman as soloist in a performance of Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61.
Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra with Special Guest, Lech Wałsa, former President of Poland
Feb. 26, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Ernst Van Tiel, Artistic Director
Boguslaw Dawidow, Principal Guest Conductor
Founded in 1945 on the heels of postwar Polish independence, The Polish Baltic Philharmonic is the largest music institution in northern Poland.
Joshua Bell & The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
March 13, 2016 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
Music Director, Joshua Bell
The Academy is known for their polished and refined sound, with performances rooted in outstanding musicianship. The collegiate spirit and flexibility of the conductor-less ensemble remains an Academy hallmark which continues today, with virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell as its Music Director. Together they explore symphonic repertoire to perform ‘chamber music on a grand scale.’
Jeremy Denk, Piano
April 24, 2016 at 3 p.m. | The Palladium
Pianist Jeremy Denk is the winner of a 2013 MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, the 2014 Avery Fisher Prize, and Musical America’s 2014 Instrumentalist of the Year award. Denk is one of America’s most thought-provoking, multi-faceted, and compelling artists.
Cleveland Orchestra
May 15, 2016 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
Prepare to be amazed by one of the Top 10 orchestras in the world (Gramophone Magazine 2008). Under the leadership of music director Franz Welser-Möst, the Cleveland Orchestra has become one of the most sought after performing ensembles in the world. In concerts at its winter home at Severance Hall, in residencies from Miami to Vienna, and on tour around the world, the Cleveland Orchestra sets standards of artistic excellence, creative programming, and community engagement.
The concert will include a performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 1 in G minor.
The Stratford Songbook Series
The Great American Songbook Academy Finals*
July 25, 2015 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
High school vocalists from around the country auditioned to attend the weeklong Songbook Academy, where they learned from world-class mentors Tony-nominee Laura Osnes, Grammy-winner Sylvia McNair, and five-time Grammy nominee Michael Feinstein to discover the enduring beauty of the Great American Songbook. Listen to these aspiring stars compete for the title of Songbook Youth Ambassador.
*Single tickets for Songbook Academy Finals will go on sale June 2nd.
Ann Hampton Callaway: Barbra Streisand Songbook
Sept. 18, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Ann Hampton Callaway is one of the finest singer/songwriters of our generation. Ann is a devoted keeper-of-the-flame of the Great American Songbook. Her spontaneity, intelligence, and soulful charisma have won her a diverse fan-base including notables such as Barbra Streisand, Clive Davis, Carly Simon and Wynton Marsalis.
Frank Sinatra, Jr.: Sinatra Sings Sinatra
The Centennial Celebration
Oct. 16, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Sinatra Sings Sinatra is a one of a kind multi-media experience. In stories, photos, videos and songs, Frank Sinatra, Jr. delivers first-hand recollections of life on and off stage with his iconic father. This show explains it all with excerpts from his films, rare family photos and insights into the world’s greatest entertainer that can only come from his son.
Vikki Carr
Jan. 30, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Star of the stage and screen, Vikki Carr, has captivated audiences nationally and abroad for over 50 years. In her illustrious career she has garnered four Grammy Awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Recording Academy and has released over 60 best‑selling recordings.
Michael Feinstein with Cheyenne Jackson
March 5, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
The Great American Songbook Ambassador and five-time Grammy nominee Michael Feinstein is joined on stage with stage, film, and television star Cheyenne Jackson. Jackson has been featured on 12 different albums, and appeared in such mega-hits/critical favorites such as Glee, 30 Rock, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Law & Order.
Denzal Sinclaire
April 16, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Multiple nominee of the Juno Award (Canada’s Grammy Award), and a recipient of the 2004 National Jazz Award for “Best Album,” Denzal Sinclaire evokes a profound emotional interaction with his audience, touching the listener with his passionate and sincere delivery of every song he sings. Sinclaire returns to the Palladium after his debut at the 2014 Encore Celebration Gala.
Taft Law Jazz & Blues Series
The Bad Plus with Joshua Redman
Oct. 18, 2015 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
Saxophonist Joshua Redman is one of the most acclaimed and charismatic jazz artists to have emerged in the ‘90s and has established himself as one of the most consistent and successful bandleaders. He has worked and recorded with many great jazz artists for two decades. He looks forward to pushing musical boundaries as he joins forces with his friends and colleagues, The Bad Plus, in a very special concert.
Regina Carter & Kenny Barron
Nov. 21, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Violin star and MacArthur “Genius” Grant recipient, Regina Carter, is paired with jazz piano giant Kenny Barron in an intimate duet setting, first heard on their remarkable 2001 collaboration, Freefall. Barron is a 2010 NEA Jazz Master who has helped define and extend the jazz tradition. A nine-time Grammy nominee, his storied career has included extended associations with Stan Getz, Yusef Lateef and Freddie Hubbard.
Ramsey Lewis Quartet: The In Crowd & Hang On Ramsey 50th Anniversary
Jan. 9, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Ramsey has been an iconic leader in the contemporary jazz movement for over 50 years, with an unforgettable sound and outgoing personality that has allowed him to cross over to the pop and R&B charts. In the mid 60’s, Lewis was the nation’s most successful jazz pianist, topping the charts with “The ‘In’ Crowd” and “Hang On Sloopy.” Both singles each sold over one million copies, and were awarded gold discs. Now Ramsey is revisiting these classic records in this special performance.
John Scofield & Joe Lovano Quartet
Feb. 6, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Grammy-winning saxophonist/composer Joe Lovano and the equally lauded guitarist/composer John Scofield return to the spotlight together. Audience members will enjoy the next level in their partnership – the sum of their collective years of experience, creativity and technique presented with intensity, skill and fun as Scofield and Lovano showcase their dynamic new ensemble.
Christian McBride Big Band
March 4, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Four-time Grammy-winning jazz bassist Christian McBride can be likened to a force of nature, fusing the fire and fury of a virtuoso with the depth and grounding of a seasoned journeyman. McBride won a 2012 Grammy Award with his big band for The Good Feeling, featuring his own arrangements of jazz standards like “Broadway” and original works like “Bluesin’ in Alphabet City,” which was commissioned by Wynton Marsalis for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
SFJAZZ Collective: The Music of Michael Jackson
April 8, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
If you aren’t already familiar with the eight artists who comprise the SFJAZZ Collective, you will be. As soloists, composers and bandleaders, they represent what’s happening now in jazz. More than master instrumentalists, each member possesses a totally individual creative voice, working collectively to express a unified musical identity.
Country Series
Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers
Sept. 25, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers have been dazzling audiences for 60 years. The trio has performed in concert stages all over the world, and has seen their records top the charts and touch the lives of fans from eight to eighty. Larry says of their 60th Anniversary Tour, “We’re not calling it a farewell or a final tour. We’re calling it the 60th Anniversary Celebration. By no means are we retiring.”
Tanya Tucker
Oct. 31, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Only 13 when her provocative “Delta Dawn” caused a nationwide stir and became a Top 10 country hit, Tucker has built one of the most successful and compelling careers in music. Considered one of the very few females of the “outlaw” country movement, she holds a Grammy award, two CMA awards, Two Academy of Country Music awards, and three CMT Awards. Twenty-three of her albums have landed in the country Top 40 chart since her 1972 debut.
Ronnie Milsap: Farewell Tour
Nov. 20, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
After four decades in the music business, Ronnie Milsap will be saying goodbye to the road. Ronnie Milsap is country music’s first successful blind singer and one of the most successful and versatile country “crossover” singers of his time. His songs appeal to both country and pop fans with songs that have crossed over to both markets. He is credited with six Grammy Awards and forty No. 1 country hits, third to George Strait and Conway Twitty. He was selected for induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2014.
Rosanne Cash
Jan. 8, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Legendary singer and songwriter, Rosanne Cash has been touring successfully behind her acclaimed 2014 album, The River and the Thread, which garnered Cash three Grammy awards including Best Americana Album. Cash won her first Grammy in 1985 and has recorded 15 albums, including Seven Year Ache, King’s Record Shop, and more recently, Black Cadillac and The List. She has charted 21 Top 40 country singles.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
March 11, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Nearing their 5th decade together, the iconic and profoundly influential Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music, continues to add to their legendary status. With multi-platinum and gold records, strings of top ten hits such as “Fishin’ In The Dark” and “Mr. Bojangles,” multiple Grammy, IBMA, CMA Awards and nominations, the band’s accolades continue to accumulate.
The Oak Ridge Boys
April 23, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of the Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a No. 1 Pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades. Every time they step before an audience, the Oaks bring four decades of charted singles, and 50 years of tradition, to a stage show widely acknowledged as among the most exciting anywhere.
World Stage Series
National Dance Company of Siberia
Oct. 11, 2015 at 3 p.m. | The Palladium
The National Dance Company of Siberia was founded in 1960 and has been a success from the very outset based on its original style of performing Siberian dances. With a company of 50 accomplished dancers, you will be captivated by the vivid character portrayals, the musical movements, and the fanciful patterns of the choreographic design. The National Dance Company of Siberia, like all the very best dance companies, has something for everybody and should not be missed.
Bollywood Masala Orchestra
Nov. 1, 2015 at 3 p.m. | The Palladium
The Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of India present “Spirit of India,” a new step toward a bold vision in Indian live music and dance being presented to the world for the first time. With 17 professional artists onstage, you will experience the soul of a veritable feast of Indian sounds, featuring a mix of Indian and Western instruments such as bass drums, side drums, trombone, tabla, dholak, harmonium, and clarinet, among many others. Your feet will soon be tapping along without you even realizing it.
Son de Madera
Nov. 13, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Tarkington
Son de Madera represents the leading success in the current son jarocho movement (a musical and dance genre from Veracruz, Mexico). Son de Madera´s performances are sensuous and with an exquisite sense of musicianship and have been featured on numerous television and radio programs in Mexico and the USA.
Presented in Partnership with the Mexican Consulate of Indianapolis
Direct from Ireland, Celtic Nights, “The Spirit of Freedom”
Feb. 20, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
A cast of six of Ireland’s most talented and coveted international dancers and fine musicians, will leave the Palladium ringing with the sounds of Celtic music old and new.
Spirit of Freedom tells the story of Irish independence. Through music, song, dance, and storytelling, Celtic Nights honors the struggle of a people fighting to gain freedom, independence, and true democracy.
Silk Road Ensemble
Feb. 27, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Embark on a global musical journey with the Silk Road Ensemble formed under the artistic direction of cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Since 2000, the Ensemble has been redefining world music for 21st Century audiences. Representing a global array of cultures, Silk Road musicians co-create art, performances and ideas. They draw on a rich tapestry of traditions that make up our shared cultural heritage, creating a new musical language—a uniquely engaging and accessible encounter between the foreign and the familiar that reflects our many-layered contemporary identities.
Dance Series
Compañia Flamenca José Porcel
Oct. 9, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Spain’s premiere flamenco dancer and choreographer, José Porcel, and his company of gifted dancers and musicians dazzle audiences with an explosion of passionate rhythms, powerful movement, vibrant colors, and breathtaking choreography. Porcel has been dancing Andalusian folkloric dances and flamenco since the age of 13, and has spent his life studying in Madrid with the masters of the craft. Now he brings his extraordinary company to the Center to share the customs, the culture, the art and, most of all, the passion of the Flamenco.
Ailey II
Oct. 30, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
“The entire company… looks terrific. Clearly, the future is theirs.” – The New York Times
Performing Alvin Ailey’s signature work, Revelations, the company is sure to deliver an evening of dazzling choreography & movement.
Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers. With new Artistic Director Troy Powell at the helm, Ailey II continues to thrive as he brings a fresh dimension to this beloved company.
Moscow Festival Ballet
The Tarkington | Program: Giselle | Jan. 15, 2016 at 8 p.m.
Program: Cinderella | Jan. 16, 2016 at 8 p.m. | Jan. 17, 2016 at 3 p.m.
Artistic Director: Sergei Radchenko
Sergei Radchenko, legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, founded the company of 50 in 1989 to create an ensemble that would bring together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies. Under his direction, leading dancers from across Russia now stage exciting new productions of timeless classics.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
March 18 & 19, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Tarkington
San Francisco’s Alonzo King LINES Ballet leaps to uncharted heights with bold new dance innovations that break the mold of what ballet can be. The company will perform Alonzo King’s latest work inspired by animal “soundscapes” by famed bio-acoustician Dr. Bernie Krause. Krause is known for collaborations with The Doors, The Byrds, Stevie Wonder, and for dozens of Hollywood films including Rosemary’s Baby, Castaway, and Apocalypse Now. Bernie Krause describes his collaboration with Alonzo King LINES Ballet as an opportunity to “explore the sonic intersection between natural soundscapes and their profound inspiration of human music and dance.”
Drewry Simmons Vornehm Pop & Rock Shows
Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn
Oct. 23, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Béla Fleck is widely renowned as the world’s greatest banjo player. His insatiable creative spark has yielded him Grammy nominations in more categories than anyone in the award’s history. Fleck is joined by his wife, fellow banjo virtuoso Abigail Washburn, for a performance blended with original compositions and traditional folk favorites.
Gordon Lightfoot 50th Anniversary Tour
Nov. 5, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
After 50 active years of hit song making and international album sales well into the multi-millions, it’s safe to say that esteemed singer-songwriter and musician Gordon Lightfoot resides atop the list of all-time greats. This special performance will feature his well known hits as well as some deep album cuts for the die-hard fanatics, all of which are woven together with some of Lightfoot’s own behind-the-scenes stories about his historic 50-year musical career.
Under the Streetlamp
March 18, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Under the Streetlamp, America’s hottest new vocal group with two PBS top specials, performs an electrifying evening of classic hits from the American radio songbook. Exuding the irresistible rapport of a modern day Rat Pack, the quartet delivers an evening of unforgettable entertainment.
Patty Griffin, Sara Watkins, & Anaïs Mitchell
March 20, 2016 at 7 p.m. | The Palladium
In a highly anticipated national tour, Grammy Award-winner Patty Griffin joins forces with Sara Watkins and Anaïs Mitchell in a celebration of American songwriting and performance. More than just a three-act show, this special “singers-in-the-round” style show features all three artists on stage together, sharing songs and accompanying each other for the entire evening.
Family Shows
National Circus & Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China
Oct. 24, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
Direct from Beijing, the National Circus is especially acclaimed in China because of the unique acts in their program such as Great Teeterboard, Grand Flying Trapeze, Group Contortion, Straw Hats Juggling, Girls’ Balance With Bowls and many other outstanding acts.
Dan Zanes & Friends
Nov. 14, 2015 at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. | The Tarkington
Grammy award winner Dan Zanes occupies a unique place in American music where sea shanties, North American and West Indian folk music, play party songs, English music hall, the spirit of early rock-and-roll and soulful originals collide. Dan Zanes has toured the world sharing 21st century social music with enthusiastic crowds of kids and kid sympathizers.
Project Trio: Peter & The Wolf
Jan. 9, 2016 at 10 a.m, & 2 p.m. | The Tarkington
Project Trio has performed for over 300,000 students on 4 continents, including over 40 states in the US. With over 80,000,000 views on Youtube and appearances on popular TV shows on Nickelodeon and MTV, Project Trio is instantly recognizable to students of all ages. By presenting instrumental music fused with hip-hop, rock, and pop, Project Trio truly bridges the gap between classical music and pop culture.
Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul
March 12, 2016 at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. | The Tarkington
Imagine soulful and current renditions of the ABC’s, 1-2-3’s, and learning how to be polite. Imagine a diverse and incredibly hip duo, teaching children through music on an animated train…. and Choo-Choo Soul is born! This live stage show is created from the Disney Channel’s Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve! program, which has been honored with a Parents Choice Award for Children’s television. The music is contagious and soulful, with a focus on trains and learning. Genevieve stars as the Train Conductor assisted by DC, her beatboxing, breakdancing engineer.
Spotlight Shows
Re-inventing the Radio: An Evening with Ira Glass
Jan. 23, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
The creator of the public radio show This American Life talks about his program and how it’s put together: what makes a compelling story, where they find the amazing stories for their show, how he and his staff are trying to push broadcast journalism to do things it doesn’t usually do. As part of this, Glass mixes stories from the show, live onstage, combining his narration with pre-taped quotes and music, recreating the sound of the show as the audience watches. And he plays funny and memorable moments from the show, and talks about what was behind their creation.
The Band of the Royal Marines with the Pipes, Drums, & Highland Dancers of the Scots Guards
Feb. 5, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
In their distinguishing white helmets, Royal Marines Bands are celebrated for the quality of their music, visual grandeur and precision drill. On the concert platform they enjoy a similar reputation ensuring their continuing popularity with their audiences. The Band’s repertoire includes popular classics, Big Band, stimulating contemporary works and entertaining solo features. They also provide jazz, string and woodwind ensembles, making the Royal Marines musician one of the most versatile and adept in military music.
MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies
March 11, 2016 at 8 p.m. | The Tarkington
MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies are powerfully talented musicians and entertainers who immerse the audience into all original Zydeco music and dancing in the Southwest Louisiana tradition. No one will be able to sit still, and everyone will remember MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies forever.
HOLIDAY SHOWS
Wynonna & The Big Noise Christmas
December 4, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
This marks Wynonna’s third consecutive Christmas tour, for which she’ll perform holiday classics as well as her greatest hits. “I love singing the music that inspires me to remember the real reason for the season,” Wynonna said about the tour. Wynonna is a five-time Grammy winner and New York Times bestselling author. She was awarded Top Female Vocalist of the Year trophy at the ACM Awards and with The Judds, Wynonna sold more than 10 million albums and also achieved six chart toppers of her own.
Dave Koz & Friends Holiday Show
December 11, 2015 at 8 p.m. | The Palladium
The fan-favorite holiday concert, Dave Koz & Friends, returns to the Palladium with an uplifting, high-energy show that puts fans of all ages into the holiday spirit as some of smooth jazz’s biggest names jam on fresh, lively arrangements of seasonal favorites. Koz has played with such artists as Burt Bacharach, Ray Charles, Natalie Cole, Celine Dion, Shelby Lynne, Kenny Loggins, U2, Barry Manilow, Michael McDonald, Luther Vandross and Rod Stewart.
Jim Brickman “Comfort & Joy Tour”
December 17, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. | The Palladium
Jim Brickman has amassed 27 Top 40 singles on the adult contemporary charts, including 14 Top 10 smashes. His collaboration with soaring country songstress Martina McBride, the beautiful paean to love titled “Valentine,” scored at mainstream country radio in 1998, peaking at No. 9. In 2013, Brickman’s The Magic of Christmas featuring the 2003 remake of “Sending You A Little Christmas” with Johnny Mathis landed at #1 on Billboard New Age and took the #58 spot on Billboard Top 200.
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