BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Washington Conservatory of Music - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Washington Conservatory of Music X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Washington Conservatory of Music REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T014152 CREATED:20250225T200634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T212328Z UID:18254-1776013200-1776013200@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Accord Symphony Orchestra Concert: Concerto Competition Winners DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \nNow in its 10th Anniversary Season\, join the Washington Conservatory of Music’s Accord Symphony Orchestra (AcSO) for an inspiring afternoon celebrating the extraordinary talent of emerging soloists. \nEach spring\, the Accord Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition highlights exceptional musicians from across the Washington\, DC region. Since its founding a decade ago\, the competition has featured dozens of remarkable young artists and accomplished performers. After a highly competitive audition process\, selected winners earn the opportunity every classical musician dreams of: performing their concerto or featured work with a full orchestra. \nAt this special concert\, audiences will experience these rising artists performing beloved masterworks of the classical repertoire accompanied by the Accord Symphony Orchestra under the direction of its distinguished conductor\, Julien Benichou. \nThis year’s concert features AcSO Concerto Competition Winner flutist Lisa Choi performing the dazzling Borne Carmen Fantasie and CYSO Concerto Competition Winner Vivienne Newberger performing “Spring” from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. \nThe program culminates with Mozart’s Symphony No. 29\, one of the composer’s most vibrant and beloved orchestral works. \nThe evening promises artistry\, energy\, and musical excellence as these accomplished soloists bring their selected works to life on stage. \nWhether you are a dedicated classical music enthusiast\, a supporter of young musicians\, or simply looking for an inspiring cultural experience\, the Concerto Winners Concert is a celebration of talent and musical achievement you won’t want to miss. \nReserve your seat today and experience the excitement of these outstanding performers accompanied by a full orchestra. \nGet tickets here → URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/accord-symphony-orchestra-concert-concerto-competition-winners/ LOCATION:St. Columba’s Episcopal Church\, 4201 Albemarle St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016 CATEGORIES:Accord Symphony Orchestra,Concerts,Recital Series,Special Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2026-Concertov4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T190000 DTSTAMP:20260427T014152 CREATED:20260416T124607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T125313Z UID:18761-1776618000-1776625200@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:30th Anniversary Lecture Series: In Conversation with Daniel Heifetz DESCRIPTION:Daniel Heifetz is a world-renowned violinist\, master teacher\, and an artist who has spent 30+ years thinking deeply about what it means to communicate through music. He’s performed with the Philadelphia\, Cleveland\, and Berlin symphony orchestras. He’s taught at Peabody\, Carnegie Mellon\, and the University of Maryland. Daniel founded the Heifetz International Music Institute. \nDaniel’s message that cuts through all the noise: The path to artistry is about becoming so comfortable in your own skin that your instrument becomes a breathing part of your body\, and your unique voice can finally emerge. \nWhether you’re a student\, teacher\, music lover\, or lifelong player\, this is the kind of wisdom that transforms how you think about music. \n📅 Sunday\, April 19 | 5:00–7:00pm\n📍 Potter Violins\, Takoma Park\n🎟️ bit.ly/DanielHeifetzInConversation\n$15 in advance on Eventbrite\, $20 at the door (cash only) \n  \nAll proceeds benefit a DC-area nonprofit of the speaker’s choice. Daniel has selected The Washington Conservatory of Music! URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/30th-anniversary-lecture-series-in-conversation-with-daniel-heifetz/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Masterclass,Special Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Conversation-with-DH-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260427T014152 CREATED:20260215T200642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T223757Z UID:18258-1776988800-1777247999@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Chamber Music Weekend - Spring Session DESCRIPTION:An Immersive Chamber Music Experience for Amateur Adult Musicians \nJoin the Washington Conservatory of Music for our Spring Chamber Music Workshop\, designed specifically for dedicated adult amateur musicians. Come refine ensemble skills\, receive expert coaching\, collaborate in an inspiring setting\, and enjoy master classes and performances by distinguished WCM faculty. \nTuition and Add-ons: \n\n$300 early bird\, $350 regular admission\n$120 for optional private lesson (scheduled independently)\n\nKey Dates: \n\nEarly Bird Registration Open Now\nMarch 1– Early Bird Discount Ends\nApril 10 – Application Closes \nApril 15 – Groups & Programs Announced\n\n \n Learn More\n \n \n Donate URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/chamber-music-weekend/ CATEGORIES:Chamber Music Coaching for Pre-Formed Ensembles,Concerts,Masterclass,Special Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CMA-Spring-2026-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711 DTSTAMP:20260427T014152 CREATED:20260211T211048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T211349Z UID:18523-1783296000-1783727999@washingtonconservatory.org SUMMARY:Chamber Music Week - Summer Session DESCRIPTION:An Immersive Chamber Music Experience for Amateur Adult Musicians \nJoin the Washington Conservatory of Music Chamber Music Academy— three weekend intensives designed for dedicated adult musicians to refine their ensemble skills\, receive expert coaching\, collaborate in an inspiring setting\, and enjoy master classes and performances by distinguished faculty and guest artists. Each workshop culminates in a final performance\, showcasing the progress and artistry developed throughout the workshop. \nTuition and Add-ons: \n\n$550 early bird\, $600 regular admission\n$120 for optional private lesson (scheduled independently)\n$20 catered lunch/day\n\nKey Dates: \n\nFebruary 15 – Registration Opens\nMay 4 – Early Bird Discount Ends / (I would suggest May 4\, 2026 to give time for April participants to apply)\n\n\nJune 5 – Application Closes\nJune 15 – Groups & Programs Announced\nJuly 6 – Camp begins\n\n\nLearn More\n\n\nApply Now URL:https://washingtonconservatory.org/event/chamber-music-weekend-summer-session/ CATEGORIES:Chamber Music Coaching for Pre-Formed Ensembles,Special Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://washingtonconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CMA-Summer-2026-Workshop.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR