Community Calendar

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Lexington native, Julia Perry, composed her Stabat Mater in 1951 and dedicated it to her mother. This work, evoking a desire for communal grieving while demonstrating strength and love, launched Perry’s career and was widely performed during her life. Exploring the power and voices of women of color, this concert features a range of repertoire by Julia Perry alongside spoken word performances by female artists. Some of Perry’s wind chamber music will be performed in addition to the concert. Joyous works by “Get Out” composer Michael Abels and more complete this evening of performance at the historic Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center.

Saturday, December 18, LexPhil is joined by the Lexington Singers at the Cathedral of Christ the King for this Lexington holiday tradition. UKSO Conductor John Nardolillo guest conducts a program of sacred orchestral and choral works.

Inspired by the most powerful piece in the game of chess, this Queen-themed program explores how Queens, power and games have inspired composers. From the mysterious Queen of the Night aria from Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute, to the dynamic Queenie Pie from Duke Ellington’s unfinished opera, Queens Rule explores a range of repertoire. This program will also feature a partnership with University of Kentucky Opera Theatre. Stay tuned for additional events connected to this program diving deeper into the music of the Queen’s Gambit, based in Lexington, and also the history of Ellington’s Queenie Pie.

John Michael Montgomery with special guests Travis Denning and Walker Montgomery takes the stage August 7, 2021, for John Michael’s first Kentucky concert since 2019 and his first concert at The Barnyard Entertainment Venue, Sharpsburg, KY. Tickets are on sale now at thebarnyardvenue.com. Early bird discounts are available on the first 500 lawn seats sold. With 30 chart-topping singles, and over 15 million albums sold, Kentucky native John Michael Montgomery will have you singing along with hits “I Swear,” “Sold,” “Life’s a Dance” and so many more. He has won multiple CMA and ACM awards. John Michael Montgomery is the father of show opener Walker Montgomery. A native of Warner Robins, Georgia, singer/songwriter and Mercury Nashville recording artist Travis Denning just released “ABBY.” It has already amassed over 17 million streams and the track reached the number one spot on Sirius XM’s Highway Hot 30. Denning celebrated his first number one single in 2020 with “After A Few.” For generations now, fans have known country music as something you just can’t fake, but singer/songwriter Walker Montgomery doesn’t have to, it’s in his blood. The 21-year-old son of John Michael Montgomery and nephew of Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery, his pedigree is matched only by his talent and hard-working drive. Walker has had over 21 million streams, including his latest release, “Out of Nowhere.” The Barnyard is Kentucky’s newest open-air amphitheater, located in Sharpsburg, KY – just 10 minutes from I-64 - with over 170 acres for up to 8,000 event attendees to enjoy. The summer season is full of country, rock, bluegrass, and Christian performances with family nights, fireworks, and more. Upcoming shows include Styx, Rodney Carrington and Travis Tritt, with more shows to be announced soon. Website: thebarnyardvenue.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/barnyardentertainmentvenue/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarnyardvenue/

The Richmond Rotary Club is a diverse group of effective leaders active in the community who enjoy fun programs and fellowship together and engage in service projects that make a positive impact in people’s lives. Weekly meetings include club announcements and guest speakers who enlighten members of community needs and services. Living out the Rotary motto “Service Above Self” through the achievement of these goals, we uphold high ethical standards in our professions, promote peace, and work to eradicate polio around the globe.

Picnic with the Pops returns this August 14 to the Meadow at Keeneland for Revolution, a symphonic tribute to the music of the Beatles. Tickets and more information are available at lexpops.com.

Lexington Philharmonic joins Josephine Sculpture Park and their artist-in-residence Andrea Stanislav to present A Symphonic Stroll, an immersive evening of music, art, and nature. As you walk the grounds, you will discover LexPhil musicians performing pieces connected to the sculptures that surround you. Stanislav, an internationally-acclaimed performance artist, will create an immersive interactive art piece throughout the evening. A string chamber ensemble will headline the event, performing works by Mozart, Chen Yi, and Jessie Montgomery. With timed entry and repeated short performances, live music will float throughout the park at every moment.

A delightful Christie parody, with a hilarious twist!

LexArts HOP is back with a whole new spring in its step. LexArts HOP brings downtown Lexington alive when 30-plus art galleries, studios and exhibit spaces throw open their doors and welcome you in. As always, admission is FREE and good vibes are pretty much guaranteed. The 2021 HOP is presented by Republic Bank. Official HOP Guides are available at ArtsPlace, 161 N Mill, and at most HOP venues.