A Visit from Ara Topouzian

 Adults, Civic Center Library, Programs
Nov 122019
 

Thursday, November 21, 6:30 pm, Civic Center Library

Ara Topouzian is an Armenian-American musician whose proficiency at the Kanun (Middle Eastern harp) has made him a nationally-recognized artist. He has performed at concerts, music festivals, and many celebrated venues across the United States, with some of the top musicians of Armenian and Middle Eastern music. You are invited to come and hear him share stories and music in an intimate setting.

Registration is required for this program. Register online or call 586-574-4564.

Ralph Covert in Concert

 Children, Civic Center Library, Family, Programs, Summer Reading
Jun 282019
 

Thursday, July 11, 11 am, Civic Center Library

Join us for a concert featuring  Grammy-nominated and Parents’ Choice award winning children’s music performer Ralph Covert. The performance will be a high energy experience that will have children dancing and singing together. This concert will be an entertaining experience for the whole family to enjoy!

Registration is required; call 586-751-0770 or register online.

Marimba Music Concert

 Adults, Civic Center Library, Programs
May 232019
 

Thursday, June 6, 6:30 pm, Civic Center Library

Marimba musician Paul Demick holding malletsWhile playing beautiful music from the greatest classical composers, Paul Demick shares his musical journey as well as interesting facts about the composers and their compositions. Furthermore, Paul will educate listeners on his wonderful instrument, the marimba. This is an adults only program.

Registration is required; call 586-751-0770 or register online.

Detroit Handbell Ensemble

 Adults, Civic Center Library, Programs
Feb 202015
 

Sunday, March 1, 3:30 pm, Civic Center Library

via How I See Life on flickr

via How I See Life on flickr

Established in 1991, the Detroit Handbell Ensemble is an ambassador for the art of ringing and performing with musical excellence and includes members who are musicians, educators, and business professionals from across southeastern Michigan.  Past performances include Noël Night in downtown Detroit, as guest performers with the Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra, and on the concert series of many churches and libraries. Hailed internationally for his innovative work, the Ensemble‘s director, Dr. Michael Burkhardt, and his fellow musicians are sure to amaze you. You can also check them out at www.detroithandbellensemble.org. We hope you can join us for this unique concert experience!

This event will take place in the conference room outside of the Civic Center Library. To register, call 586.574.4564.