Open Door Ensembles

Pianist Jonathan Fagan on why the music of Duke Ellington still resonates today:

“Duke Ellington represents one of the great African American composers of jazz during a time when it was America’s popular music. His legacy laid the groundwork for artists generations later, who all celebrated African American history while rallying for continued social change.”

Come hear Jonathan’s Ellington transcriptions for strings and jazz combo in Homecoming: Celebrating the legacy of Duke Ellington! 🎹

📅 March 22 • 3:30 PM
📍 Clarendon Hill Presbyterian Church, Somerville

🎟 Tickets: opendoorensembles.org/tickets

A look back at our last concert, Celestial Fantasies: Music of the Armenian Highlands and the Diaspora ✨🇦🇲

Many thanks to our incredible collaborators on this concert, including St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church (Watertown, MA) and the Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston!

More to come soon, including details about our March concert.

Celestial Fantasies: Music of the Armenian Highlands and the Diaspora features a special guest appearance by Sayat Nova of Boston, founded in 1986 by the incredible dancer, choreographer, and teacher Apo Ashjian. Read more about Sayat Nova here:

About Sayat Nova Dance Company — Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston About Sayat Nova Dance Company