Dec
13
7:30 PM19:30

Ars Gratia Populi: Renaissance Christmas

Our second annual Renaissance Christmas show, this time hosted at the historic Mansion at Strathmore! Two performances: December 12th and December 13th.

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Experience the exquisite harmonies of a cappella ensemble Ars Gratia Populi, directed by Kevin Elam, as they present an evening of heartwarming Christmas music from ages past - from rustic English carols to choral masterworks - and of course, your favorite sing-along classics!

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Ars Gratia Populi: Renaissance Christmas
Dec
12
7:30 PM19:30

Ars Gratia Populi: Renaissance Christmas

Our second annual Renaissance Christmas show, this time hosted at the historic Mansion at Strathmore! Two performances: December 12th and December 13th.

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE

Experience the exquisite harmonies of a cappella ensemble Ars Gratia Populi, directed by Kevin Elam, as they present an evening of heartwarming Christmas music from ages past - from rustic English carols to choral masterworks - and of course, your favorite sing-along classics!

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All Creatures Great and Small: Folk Music for All Ages
May
11
5:00 PM17:00

All Creatures Great and Small: Folk Music for All Ages

  • Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center (map)
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In this upbeat, family-friendly concert, Kevin presents a curated collection of animal-themed folk songs. Kevin on guitar, bouzouki, and vocals is joined by bluegrass and old-time prodigy Bryan McDowell, Scottish fiddle champion Seán Heely, ever-vivacious dancer Agi Kovacs, and other special guests.

OUTDOOR CONCERT: Bring your own chairs/ blankets, etc.
FREE OF CHARGE, but we are accepting good-will offerings.
RSVP HERE

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Ars Gratia Populi presents "This is the Day: Sacred Music for Easter"
Apr
21
7:00 PM19:00

Ars Gratia Populi presents "This is the Day: Sacred Music for Easter"

We are extremely grateful to be performing for the first time at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Alexandria VA as part of their ongoing concert series. The program will feature an exciting variety of sacred music for the Easter season, ranging from American shape-note hymns and Byzantine chant to the high Renaissance polyphony of William Byrd, Thomas Weelkes, Tomas Luis de Victoria, and many more.

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Apr
20
12:30 PM12:30

Kevin Elam & Friends at Earth Day Fairfax

Join us at Sully Historic Site for a midday performance of our well-loved Animal Songs - a perfect way to celebrate Earth Day Fairfax with the whole family! Kevin will be joined by an all-star cast of musicians from folk and traditional music: mutli-isntrumentalist and bluegrass veteran Bryan McDowell, diversely talented fiddler Meghan Mette, percussive sensation Agi Kovacs, and acoustic guitar wiz Connor Holdridge.

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As the Lily: Songs of Springtime with Ars Gratia Populi
Mar
22
7:30 PM19:30

As the Lily: Songs of Springtime with Ars Gratia Populi

TICKETS HERE $20 adv (+$2 box office fee) / $25 adv

Please join ARS GRATIA POPULI for an evening of a cappella choral music celebrating the arrival of Spring! This concert is being hosted by the Institute of Musical Traditions, and will take place at St. Mark Presbyterian Church in Rockville. Hope to see ya there!

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Dec
8
8:00 PM20:00

Sean Heely's Celtic Christmas

  • The Music Center at Strathmore (map)
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Kevin joins US National Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely to bring Celtic Christmas to Strathmore! The DC-based award-winning Celtic fiddler, Scots Gaelic singer, and harpist takes audiences on a magical winter tour through the Scottish Highlands and across the rugged Irish coast.

Featuring Highland dancing, Irish dancing, and the MacMillan Pipe Band, the festive journey follows ancient Gaelic carols tucked in perfectly with lively Irish tunes and familiar Christmas melodies with a Celtic twist. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations that are sure to lift your holiday spirits and warm your heart.  

TICKETS HERE.

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Oct
12
7:30 PM19:30

Sean Heely Celtic Band at Fuhrmann Auditorium

TICKETS HERE

Experience the magical music of Scotland and Ireland with the Seán Heely Celtic Band. Featuring U.S National Scottish Fiddle champion and Gaelic singer Seán Heely, acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and All-Ireland singing champion Kevin Elam, bouzouki and bass player Beth Patterson, acclaimed percussionist Lucas Ashby, and percussive dancer Agi Kovacs. The Seán Heely Celtic Band brings together many different instruments to perform fiery dance tunes and ancient, soaring melodies from Scotland, Ireland, and beyond.

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Oct
8
3:00 PM15:00

Sean Heely Celtic Band at Cambridge Hall

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Experience the magical music of Scotland and Ireland with the Seán Heely Celtic Band. Featuring U.S National Scottish Fiddle champion and Gaelic singer Seán Heely, acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and All-Ireland singing champion Kevin Elam, bouzouki and bass player Beth Patterson, acclaimed percussionist Lucas Ashby, and percussive dancer Agi Kovacs. The Seán Heely Celtic Band brings together many different instruments to perform fiery dance tunes and ancient, soaring melodies from Scotland, Ireland, and beyond.

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