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Jazz For Young People: SPAC Partners with Double H Ranch to Bring Music to Campers

Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Come to Double H Ranch for an Interactive Concert

Hope Relly-Cobb August 9, 2019

As part of their new collaboration, Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Double H Ranch will be bringing jazz to Double H campers during a private, interactive concert and lesson entitled Jazz for Young People: What is Jazz? The Wednesday, August 14th, event will be hosted by Wynton Marsalis, a Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winning jazz...

Attend a Special Event at Caffè Lena or Take the Kids to an Educational Performance

Hope Relly-Cobb August 6, 2019

david finckel and wu han — Photo provided.

Love classical music or wish you knew more about it? The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) is returning to Saratoga Performing Arts Center August 4 through 20 for its annual summer residency, and with it they are bringing two special programs designed to give the community a deeper understanding of and appreciation...

Third Annual PlayIn at SPAC on August 8

Hope Relly-Cobb July 31, 2019August 1, 2019

nezet-seguin conducts the orchestra — Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Credit: Jan Regan, provided by SPAC

Are you a musician or just an enthusiast of the orchestra? Spend your afternoon on Thursday, August 8 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center for a unique experience. For its third year in a row, the Philadelphia Orchestra invites string musicians and students of intermediate to advanced skill levels to perform with and learn...

Watch Madison Perform as Part of Opening Weekend Festivities

Joe Legault June 26, 2019

madison vandenburg with guitar — Photo provided by NYRA Press Release, credit to Robert Schmidt

Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course is just two weeks away, and many of us can’t wait to watch the first races and experience the 2019 season. As part of the Opening Weekend festivities, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has announced that American Idol star and Capital Region native Madison VanDenburg will...

Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists Returns on June 2nd

Erin Nudi May 21, 2019May 21, 2019

dancers pose — Photo credit: Dave Clark Imaging

Over 400 of the Capital Region’s most accomplished creatives from dancers to musicians to poets and more come together at the Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists on Sunday, June 2nd. Check out what you can expect at this vibrant – and free! – event. SPAC transforms into a massive celebration centering around...

Check Out What to Expect at the Warm Up to the Freihofer's Jazz Festival!

Erin Nudi May 8, 2019June 26, 2019

Editor’s Note (6/26/2019): Due to medical reasons, Fred Hersch’s concert has been rescheduled to December 22, 2019, at Caffe Lena. Tickets to the June 28 Fred Hersch performance will automatically be transferred to the December 22 performance. For existing ticketholders who prefer a full refund, please contact Carolyn Shapiro at carolyn@caffelena.org or call 518-583-0022. Jazz Fest Friday...

See Jazz Pianist Fred Hersch Perform at Caffe Lena

Erin Nudi April 25, 2019June 26, 2019

View Top 10 Picks for 2019 Saratoga Derby Parties

Erin Nudi April 16, 2019May 2, 2019

The Kentucky Derby is almost upon us once again! If you haven’t made your plans yet for May 4th, read on to see where the best parties are happening in and near Saratoga Springs. And then grab your most stylish hat and get ready to enjoy the festivities! Get the Details on Derby Excitement...

Making the Arts More Accessible for Everyone

Joe Legault March 21, 2019

large dance group — Credit: Dave Clark Imaging, provided by SPAC

In recent years, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has been dedicated to expanding their education and outreach programs. Since beginning this initiative in 2016, the Center has increased the number of individuals they serve from 5,000 to 38,000. SPAC aims to double that amount by 2020 by providing even more unique programs starting this...

Mark Your Calendar for June 29 & 30, 2019

Joe Legault February 1, 2019February 12, 2019

jazz lawn audience — Photo Credit: Katie Brockway

Whether you’re a long-time jazz lover or just enjoy great music, you won’t want to miss the 42nd Annual Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on June 29 & 30, 2019. This annual festival is one of the most highly anticipated summer events as it always brings an extraordinary roster...