9.29.13. Day 1 with Cassandra Emswiler

The 2013–2014 T/AP season kicked off when students met with Dallas-based artist Cassandra Emswiler. Over the next four classes, students will complete a project designed by Cassandra that relates to works currently on view in the galleries. Cassandra first gave the students a brief lecture about her own work, providing insights into her inspiration and process. In her most current body of work, she creates sculptures and installations with ceramic tiles printed with her own designs.

Jacaranda Guitar Ensemble

In conjunction with Mexico: Inside Out: Themes in Art Since 1990, the Jacaranda Guitar Ensemble will play the music of contemporary Mexican composer Ernesto García de León. De Leon from Veracruz, Mexico currently lives in Mexico City where he teaches at UNAM. His improvisational style of writing reflects the spontaneity  in today's world while his musical melodies and rhythms are distinctly Mexican. The program will consist of solos, duos and a guitar quartet.

Members of the ensemble are Leslie Enlow, Pedro Haley, Carlo Pezzimenti, and Brian Rowe

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth Presents FOCUS: Terry Haggerty

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 25, 2013

Fort Worth, TX

 

Fort Worth Opera presents Opera Overture, Portrait of a Silenced Saint

Fort Worth Opera presents an Opera Overture: "Portrait
of a Silenced Saint," a special evening of music and
insight introducing the 2014 Fort Worth Opera Festival
professional world premiere of With Blood, With Ink.
In a discussion moderated by KERA's Jerome Weeks,
With Blood, With Ink composer Daniel Crozier and
librettist Peter M. Krask, together with FWOpera
General Director Darren K. Woods will offer their
perspective on the remarkable Mexican theologian,
poetess, and nun Sor (Sister) Juana Inéz de la Cruz,

TUESDAY EVENINGS AT THE MODERN LECTURE SERIES Fall 2013 Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 5, 2013
Fort Worth, TX
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Modern 'til Midnight

Modern ‘til Midnight

Friday, October 11
6 pm to midnight

Admission is $20; advance tickets no longer available, please buy at the door.
Free for Modern members

In the case of inclement weather, concert will be moved inside. Program schedule subject to change. No refunds.

Wesleyan Music at The Modern

Showcase concert presented by the Texas Wesleyan University Music Department

The Texas Wesleyan University Music Department will present a showcase concert at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth on Saturday, November 2 at 2 pm. The concert will be a true 'sampler,' featuring student ensembles, student solo performers, and faculty solo performances. Admission is free. We invite you to discover the many facets of Texas Wesleyan's Music Department. Smaller. Smarter. For more information, please call 817.531.4992.

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