The Music of Poetry: Riffs and Celebrations

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Program Type:

Music, Performances, Writing

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors
Registration for this event will be open from October 13, 2024 @ 6:00am to November 17, 2024 @ 2:00pm.

Program Description

Event Details

The relationship between poetry and music seems as old as time itself--from the earliest poems accompanied by music on the lyre to contemporary spoken-word poetry. The Scarsdale Library, the Hoff-Barthelson Music School, and the Scarsdale Library’s poetry community invite you to enjoy an afternoon of poetry and jazz!

Join us for a captivating exploration of the timeless bond between these two ancient art forms.  This one of a kind event will showcase the Hoff-Barthelson Music School Adult Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Ed Palermo, alongside members of the Scarsdale Public Library’s poetry community. Whether you are a music enthusiast, a poetry lover or simply curious about the magic that happens when these two art forms combine, this festival promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience.

As part of the celebration, there will be a brief open mic; local poets are  invited to participate.  Refreshments will be served.