Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
LEADLIGHTS
Leadlights is a collective of NYC string players who are passionate about sharing both contemporary and classical music with diverse communities through interactive performances and workshops. The talented quartet, comprised of accomplished soloists who have performed at concert halls worldwide, perform a playful program with selections by Debussy, Ravel, Schubert, and NYC composer Jessie Montgomery.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
KNICKERBOCKER CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Grab a partner, bring the kids, and join Musical Director Gary S. Fagin and an ensemble from the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra at the waterfront for a selection of timeless tunes in ¾ time. One-two-three, one-two-three; practice your waltzing—and then listen for old favorites, from Carousel Waltz to Blue Danube!
RIVER & BLUES: AMYTHYST KIAH
Rising star Amythyst Kiah’s Tennessee influenced americana roots music showcases her deliciously fluid and powerful voice reminiscent of greats such as Odetta and Tracy Chapman. Her adept banjo and guitar picking skills create unique takes on classics while exhibiting a style all her own. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this hypnotizing emerging talent.
TARANTELLA
Join Boston based ensemble Newpoli in an exploration of southern Italian tarantella and pizzica! Let yourself be enchanted by their mesmerizing, trance-inducing mix of classics and originals inspired by the cultures of the Mediterranean Sea. Wear your long skirts, wave scarves and learn a few simple steps that will transport you to an Italian village summer festival!
RIVER & BLUES: THE WAR & TREATY
Tanya and Michael Trotter, the powerhouse duo better known as The War and Treaty, are one of the most intriguing rising acts on the americana and roots music scene. Healing Tide, their latest album, showcases the depth of their musical and personal pasts. Their passionate, vulnerable and unrestrained live performances, are not to be missed!
