Settlement Music School

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons meets Piazzolla’s L’Histoire du Tango—from Baroque brilliance to fiery Argentine rhythms.This program presents two great examples of program music. Vivaldi’s musical depiction of the four seasons of the year is one of the first examples of program music in history. On the other hand, L’Histoire du Tango creates an image of the evolution of the Argentinian tango throughout the 20th century, according to Piazzolla. They are both very colorful and dynamic music works.Luigi Mazzocchi will lead a string ensemble in these two works, including his own arrangement of L’Histoire du Tango. He will be joined by his

Pianist Kendrah Butler-Waters weaves together both music and message at Settlement Music School in Germantown.Join us for an afternoon of musical storytelling with the Kendrah Butler-Waters Quintet, featuring original compositions and arrangements that blend jazz, classical, and gospel influences to tell powerful, personal narratives.Known for weaving together music and message, Butler-Waters brings her background in sociology, education, and Black feminist thought into every note, crafting a sound that speaks to both the heart and the mind. This performance promises both technical brilliance and emotional depth.Personnel:Kendrah Butler-Water, pianoPaul Geiss, trumpetMorgan Walbridge, vibesDan McCain, bassSadayah Roberts, drumsAbout Kendrah Butler-Waters:Dr. Kendrah Butler-Waters is