NSO Music for Young Audiences: String Thing

National Symphony Orchestra

NSO Music for Young Audiences:
String Thing

Family Theater

This daring double act of classical fun is BACK for more music and mayhem. National Symphony Orchestra musicians—bassist Paul DeNola and violinist Heather LeDoux Green—introduce young audiences to some of the greatest music ever written.

Apr. 6 - 7, 2024

Genre

Music
Most enjoyed by

Ages 3+
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Program

Featuring NSO violinist Heather LeDoux Green and NSO bassist Paul DeNola

Step right up—this daring double act of classical fun returns!

Attention: kids, parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, rubber chickens... but especially kids and rubber chickens! This daring double act of classical fun is BACK. National Symphony Orchestra musicians—bassist Paul DeNola and violinist Heather LeDoux Green—introduce young audiences to some of the greatest music ever written. You’ll never hear a word out of them during the concert, but with instruments in hand and a trunk full of gags, this “silent” comedic tag-team presents a hilarious program of music and mayhem.

Most enjoyed by ages 3+

Come early for a Musical PLAYspace

Prior to each performance, the NSO Volunteer Council will hold a Musical PLAYspace in the Hall of States. Children will have the opportunity to try out the instruments they’ll see played on the stage.

Stay after for a Creative Conversation

Following the performance on Saturday, April 6 at 1:30 p.m., young audience members can ask questions and hear stories from the show’s artists and creative team.

Know before you go: Learning Guide

Check out the Kennedy Center Education Learning Guide materials for engagement prompts, discussion and reflection questions, resources to explore, and more.

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