Jacob Burns Film Center to Host Tribute to Debbie Friedman
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The Jacob Burns Film Center will host a special event before the opening of their 2011 Westchester Jewish Film Festival. A Journey of Spirit, a film documenting the life of Debbie Friedman will be shown on Tuesday, March 22, at 7 pm to celebrate the life of this beloved Jewish singer/songwriter, teacher and passionate Jewish visionary. Friedman died on January 9, 2011 and had a profound influence on contemporary Jewish music.
Many in Westchester were deeply touched by her music and her contribution to local Jewish congregations. Her music was often used in services to promote spirituality, healing, and community. Rabbi Shira Milgrom and Cantor Mo Glazman of Congregation Kol Ami in White Plains, Cantor Jill Abramson of Westchester Reform Temple in Scarsdale and Cantor Jack Mendelson of Temple Israel Center in White Plains, will attend and share memories and thoughts about this remarkable woman and her music after the screening of the film.
A Journey of Spirit tells the story of the legendary singer, songwriter and guitarist Debbie Friedman, as it explores her indelible contribution to the transformation of liberal Jewish worship and the growth of the new profession of Jewish singer/songwriter. This moving documentary highlights a lively and heartfelt exchange which places the debate about contemporary versus traditional prayer music squarely on the table, featuring interviews with many of our local Westchester clergy as well as the 2004 children’s choir from Congregation Kol Ami in White Plains.
A Journey of Spirit - Ann Coppel. 2004. 75m. NR. US.
Tuesday March 22 at 7 pm
Advanced ticket reservations recommended
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Hard Times for Readers
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There was a time when Scarsdale was flush with options for book buyers. Reading, Writing and Wrapping was downtown and if they didn’t have the title you wanted on hand they could order it for quick delivery. For a time, there was cute little bookstore in the village of Hartsdale. Radiating outwards, there was a huge Barnes and Noble on Central Avenue as well as two well-stocked Borders books, one in White Plains and one on the Post Road in Scarsdale. Even the Westchester Simon Mall had a bookstore, and though their inventory was limited you could find bestsellers and literary gifts.
But those days have passed, and for book lovers who have not adopted a Kindle, a Nook or an iPad, paper versions of books are hard to come by. The latest news is that Borders has filed for bankruptcy and their store in the Lord and Taylor shopping center will close no later than April. This latest shutdown leaves area residents with a lone Barnes and Noble in City Center in White Plains that is low on stock and difficult to access. Even if you can navigate the multi-tiered parking structure, remember your space number and find change in your pocket you still may not find the book you’re looking for in the store.
If you want a book, your options have dwindled. You can shop online, put a book on reserve at the library or take the train into the city, where Posman Books in Grand Central Station never fails. Isn't it surprising that an area rampant with readers can’t support one well-stocked bookstore?
Hoff Barthelson Presents Cellist Peter Seidenberg
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The Hoff-Barthelson Music School is pleased to present cellist Peter Seidenberg on Friday, March 4, 8 pm at Scarsdale Community Baptist Church, Popham and Autenrieth Roads, Scarsdale. Mr. Seidenberg will be joined by guest artist Hui-Mei Lin, piano.
Cellist Peter Seidenberg has played throughout Europe, the U.S. and Asia as a soloist and chamber musician. He made his debut with the Chicago Symphony, and has appeared with the DePaul Chamber Orchestra, the New American Chamber Orchestra and the Century Symphony of Osaka, Japan. He has performed with pianists Richard Goode, Andreas Schiff and Mitsuko Uchida, among others, and has participated in the Marlboro, Aspen, and Norfolk summer festivals. Mr. Seidenberg is the cellist of the Queen’s Chamber Band.
Hui-Mei Lin made her New York solo debut at Weill Recital Hall as the winner of the Young Artists International Competition. Concert tours have taken her to Italy, Canada and various cities in her native Taiwan. As a chamber musician she has collaborated with the New Hungarian Quartet, the Peregrine Trio, cellist Carter Brey, and flutist Robert Stallman. Her media appearances include solo performances on PBS, WQXR and China Broadcast.
The program for the evening includes Beethoven’s Sonata in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2; Suite in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 by J.S. Bach; and Britten’s Suite No. 1 Op. 72 (1964)
Tickets to the recital are $15 general, $14 seniors, and free for students. Information and reservations: 914-723-1169.
Peter Pan at Heathcote Elementary School
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Over 100 students at Heathcote Elementary School participated in two performances of Peter Pan or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up on Saturday February 12th. The show was run by KJK Productions who provides staffing, costumes, and scenery to create full-scale performances in the school. Here are some photos of the students, from grades 1-5 who took part in the plays. According to Amanda Karp, Co-chair of the Heathcote Performing Arts Committee, "It was amazing to watch what the kids and KJK productions were able to accomplish in two weeks. It was so much fun to see so many different personalities participate -- and all of them enjoy it. It was great to be a part of it." Co-chair Vivian Sklar added, "Working with the kids was a lot of fun. We had to deal with weather closings and illness, but the kids really pulled through. In the end, the kids were all proud and happy and really worked together. Of course this type of production is impossible without an impressive group of parent volunteers. I was really impressed how it all came together."
Pictured at Right: Katie Karp, one of the “Peter Pans” singing “I Gotta Crow”
Rebecca Sklar (with a broken wrist) also played the part of a Peter Pan and sang the song Neverland
The Pirate Chorus
Natives in the song “Ugh A wug”
Miles Barrow as Captain Hook leads the pirates
Photos courtesy of Jon Thaler - see more at JonThaler.com
Scarsdale Art Students' Work Featured at Pace
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Scarsdale High School Junior, Rachelle Gage's artwork is being featured at the Pace University Small Works Exhibition 2011. The exhibition is in the Choate House Gallery and runs through March 4 and includes the work of seven more Scarsdale High School students as well as artwork from students at thirty area high schools. The exhibit is is sponsored by Dyson College of Arts and Sciences and the Visual Arts Center and can be seen until March 4, 2011.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday - 12:00pm to 4:00pm, Thursday - 12:00 t0 6:00pm
Gallery Location: Choate House Gallery, Pace University, 861 Bedford Rd., Entrance 3, Pleasantville, New York
For more information and directions, please call the Visual Arts Center at 914-773-3473.
