PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Upcoming Events at the CMA
CMA Jazz on Main: East Meets West: Jazz Under the
Influence of the Orient
Presented by Family Medicine Centers of South Carolina
Friday, April 18 | Happy Hour and Galleries Open at 7:00 p.m.
Concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
Jazz has always pulled inspiration from every corner of the
globe. The Noel Freidline Quartet travels to the farthest corner
of the earth in “East Meets West” by exploring jazz under the
influence of the Orient. Selections include highlights from
Japanese-themed compositions by jazz legends Dave Brubeck,
Horace Silver, Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, Wayne
Shorter, Django Reinhardt, and Cal Tjader. The evening
also features jazz interpretations of Japanese classics. Charlotte Symphony flautist Amy
Orsinger joins the concert as a special guest. Sponsorship tables are available for $200, and
include premier seating for four guests and a bottle of wine. Individual seats: $40 / $30 for
members / $5 for students. Cash bar.
CMA Chamber Music on Main
Tuesday, April 29 | Happy Hour at 6:00 p.m. | Concert at 7:00 p.m.
Music plus art equals a magical experience with this critically acclaimed chamber concert
series featuring world-renowned artistic director Edward Arron and intimately set in the
Museum’s gorgeous DuBose Poston Reception Hall. Jeewon Park, piano, Yosuke Kawasaki,
violin, and Edward Arron, cello, perform works by Bach, Shostakovich, and Mendelssohn.
Presented by U.S. Trust. $40 / $30 for members / $5 for students. Cash bar.
Annual Meeting of the Membership
Thursday, May 15 | Noon
Join us for the 63rd Meeting of the Columbia Museum of Art in the Lee Alexander Lorick
Auditorium. Hear about the success of our exhibitions and programs, the election of new
officers and trustees to the board, and what’s in store for the upcoming year.
Members’ Opening Party Celebrating Animal Instinct and Cheer for the Home Team!
Saturday, May 17 | Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a family-friendly exhibition opening. Animal Instinct artist Shelley Reed gives a
lecture at 2:00 p.m. Individual membership admits one adult plus children. All other levels
admit two adults plus children. RSVP by Friday, May 9. RSVP early as space is limited.
Please specify if you would like to attend the lecture. Sponsored by Joyce and George Hill
and Arts Field of Interest at the Central Carolina Community Foundation.
Summer Camps
This summer, the Art School is offering a variety of unique camps to capture the interest
of any young artist. Having your child participate in our summer camps is a great way for
them to think creatively, practice problem-solving skills, and have fun! Twenty-four camps
are available for ages 4-18 from June through August. See columbiamuseum.org for topics
and pricing.
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