Hidden Histories of the Fells
What: Join Dave Anderson of the Forest Society for a hike and trailside discussion of key moments in the history of the John Hay Estate at The Fells, including the visit of President Theodore Roosevelt in late August 1902 and the Hurricane of 1938. We will discover how these historic moments are still visible in the landscape if one knows where and how to look!
When: May 6, 10 a.m. to noon.
Where: The Gatehouse of the Fells Estate, at 456 NH-103A, in Newbury.
Info: Members: free, non-members: $10. To register call 603-763-4789, ext. 3 or visit www.thefells.org.
David Surette Mandolin Festival Concert
What: TheDavid Surette Mandolin Festival Concert, featuringMarla Fibish, Skip Gorman, Keith Murphy and Steve Roy with special guests Susie, Isa and Julianna Burke. Marla Fibish is one of the finest mandolin players of Irish music, to which she brings a deep and distinctive sensibility. For over half a century Skip Gorman has been singing, playing and performing an impressive and varied palette of traditional American and Celtic music on mandolin, fiddle and guitar. Keith Murphy’s approach to the mandolin is heavily influenced by Irish bouzouki accompaniment styles and French Canadian fiddle repertoire. His playing is marked by drive and lyricism. Steve Roy studied double bass in college, but has since added other instruments and many styles to his skills.
When: May 6 at 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Music School Recital Hall, at the Concord Community Music School, 23 Wall St./24 Fayette St. in Concord.
Info: tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students/seniors. Tickets can be purchased online at ccmusicschool.org, in person at the Music School, or over the phone by calling 603-228-1196.
The Ciompi String Quartet
What: Duke University’s Quartet-in-Residence brings Schubert’s magnificent Quartet in D minor, “Death and the Maiden” to EEC for the first time, and a seminal 20th century work: “Béla Bartók’s String Quartet No. 4.” The program opens with Anthony Kelley’s Sidelines, a playful tribute to his more athletically inclined siblings. Since its founding in 1965 by the renowned Italian violinist Giorgio Ciompi, the Ciompi Quartet of Duke University has delighted audiences and impressed critics around the world. The Quartet’s commitment to creative programming often mixes the old and the brand new in exciting ways.
When:May 5, at 7 p.m.
Where: First Church in Jaffrey, 14 Laban Ainsworth Way, Jaffrey
Info: General Admission: $30 payable online or at the door, via cash or check. Students may attend for free. For more information, contact joan.electricearth@gmail.com or call 603-499-6216.
