Frederick Hodges in Concert
Monday, March 22, 2010
7-9 PM
Charles Sumner School
1201 Seventeenth St., NW
Washington, DC
Members: $20
Nonmembers: $25
Hailed by the press as one of the best ragtime pianists in the world, Frederick Hodges is sought after by today‘s foremost orchestras, festivals, conductors, and collaborative musicians. His artistry, virtuosity and charisma have brought him to the world‘s most renowned stages, leaving audiences around the globe captivated.
Classically trained as a concert pianist, Frederick Hodges has established a reputation as a truly versatile artist equally sought after as soloist, singer, guest soloist with the California Pops Orchestra, and dance band pianist with Don Neely‘s Royal Society Jazz Orchestra. His extensive repertoire includes all the best ragtime, stride, and novelty piano solo pieces. He has appeared on national television, radio, and in several Hollywood films. He is also a much sought-after silent film accompanist for both live performances and on DVD. He performs regularly at the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum.
Frederick has participated in many prestigious festivals including in Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, the West Coast Ragtime Festival, the Blind Boone Festival in Columbia Missouri, the Templeton Ragtime Festival at Mississippi State University, the El Segundo Ragtime Festival, and the Sedalia Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival. Listen to samples of Frederick‘s work at http://www.frederickhodges.com/soundsamples.html.
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Directions
The Charles Sumner School is a beautifully restored historic building located at 1201 17th St., N.W., next to the National Geographic Explorers Hall.
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- Metro: .25 miles from Farragut North on the Red Line, .35 miles from Farragut West on the Blue and Orange Lines.
- Parking: Some on-street parking is available after 6:30 pm; there are also several public garages in the area.
- Dining: There are a number of restaurants and hotels with bars and restaurants located nearby.
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For more information, call ADSW at 202-298-1100 or contact Jim Linz by email at jlinz@adsw.org.
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Created January 20, 2010; Modified Friday, March 19, 2010.