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    • Wed 14
    A group of people in formal attire hold open music sheets while singing together, suggesting they are part of a choir or vocal ensemble. The focus is on the sheet music in the foreground.
    January 14 4:00PM - 5:00PM Auditorium

    The Yale Whiffenpoofs

    Since their founding in 1909, the Yale Whiffenpoofs, an a cappella singing group, have brought their diverse repertoire of vocal jazz, folk, pop, and Broadway hits to the world. We are excited to welcome them back to MonteCedro!

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    Wed 14
    Black and white close-up of a person in a suit, adjusting their cufflink. Only the torso and hands are visible. The person wears a patterned jacket, a dress shirt, and a bow tie.
    January 14 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    “The Story of James Bond” with Guillaume Serina

    Not so secret after all! This presentation will tell the inside stories of the novels and the movies, and how 007 connects to the real world.

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    Wed 7
    A close-up of a persons hands playing a grand piano, with fingers pressing the keys and soft natural light illuminating the scene.
    January 7 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    “Gershwin and the Europeans” with Paul Stein and Stephanie Lan

    Enjoy a delightful arrangement of George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris.” Music from Spain, Vienna, Russia, Norway, and Amsterdam will also be featured.

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    Mon 5
    A colorful hillside town with densely packed houses surrounded by lush green mountains and forest under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
    January 5 1:30PM - 2:30PM Auditorium

    “Living on One Dollar” Documentary & Discussion with the filmmakers Chris Temple & Zach Ingrasci of Optimist Films

    Two college students spend two months of their summer living on one dollar a day each in a Guatemalan Indian village to personally experience extreme poverty and how to cope with the necessities of life and survival itself. With no training or experience in filmmaking, Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci made a film that premiered on Netflix, and won several awards.

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    Fri 2
    A white cup of coffee on a saucer sits next to a croissant, three sugar cubes, a silver sugar bowl, and a jar of coffee beans, with piano keys visible in the background.
    January 2 7:00PM - 8:00PM Auditorium

    After Hours: The Music of Jonathan Gerry

    Join us for dessert and coffee as we take in an evening of song with singer and pianist Jonathan Gerry.

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    • Mon 29
    A close-up of a studio microphone on a stand in front of a piano keyboard, both in black and white, set in a recording or performance environment.
    December 29 4:00PM - 5:00PM Auditorium

    John Fluker on the Piano

    International singer/songwriter John Fluker performs favorite songs and tunes to sing along with, for a feel-good vibe that will last you into the new year.

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    Wed 24
    Four women, including seniors, stand on yoga mats in a bright room, practicing a yoga pose with arms extended. The woman in front wears a yellow shirt and black pants, and all appear focused and engaged in the activity.
    December 24 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Extra Hour: Stay Holiday Fit

    Join Fitness Director Cesar Barragan for an hour of tips and tricks to stay healthy and fit during the holidays!

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    Fri 5
    A group of people dressed in formal attire stand in a row holding open sheet music, appearing to sing in a choir. The focus is on the music sheets, with faces blurred in the background.
    December 5 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Verdugo Women’s Chorus

    Come usher in the holiday season with the beautiful voices of the Verdugo Women’s Chorus.

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    Wed 3
    A vintage fountain pen rests on a sheet of handwritten musical notes and staff lines, suggesting the composition or creation of music.
    December 3 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Franck’s Beloved Panis Angelicus and Fiddler on the Roof

    Our concert showcases the joy, sparkle, and energy of some of the greatest composers. Shostakovich, Mendelssohn, and Tchaikovsky will be featured.

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    • Thu 20
    A close-up of a traditional Chinese guardian lion statue with intricate detailing, set in front of a temple decorated with red lanterns and gold Chinese characters.
    November 20 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Antique Chinese Textiles

    Resident David Hugus provides an introduction to the subject of Chinese rank badges. This discussion will provide insight into the Chinese civil service examinations, the rank birds and animals, and the Chinese imperial culture.

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    Tue 18
    A close-up of a person playing a violin, focusing on the violin and the musicians hands as they hold the instrument and bow. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the rich wood tones of the violin.
    November 18 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Violin, Cello, & Piano

    Enjoy Alena Hove (violin), Ani Aznavoorian (cello), and Irina Zahharenkova (piano), the wonderful musicians of Camerata Pacifica as they preview their evening concert.

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    Fri 14
    Close-up of a person’s hands playing the keys of a black grand piano, with sunlight reflecting off the polished surface. The person is wearing a white long-sleeved shirt.
    November 14 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Music Keys to a New Century

    Join Dr. Kelly Anderson as he performs and discusses innovative music by Claude Debussy.

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    Thu 13
    A theater stage with sparkling silver curtains, illuminated by bright stage lights, with smoke effects and starry backdrop. An audience is seated in the foreground, watching the empty stage.
    November 13 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Greatest Hits of Musical Theater

    Pianist Vijay Venkatesh returns to MonteCedro joined by baritone extraordinaire Matthew Hough in a performance of some of musical theater’s greatest hits.

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    Fri 7
    A close-up of a studio microphone with a pop filter, illuminated by pink and blue lighting, set against a dark, textured background.
    November 7 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Opera & the Power of the Human Voice

    Dr. Susan Mohini Kane performs original music that blends lyrical storytelling with emotional honesty. She is also a resident of Altadena.

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    Wed 5
    A close-up of vintage sheet music with black musical notes and symbols printed on aged, yellow-brown paper, shown at an angle.
    November 5 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Classical Elegance and Good Old-Fashioned American Wit

    Paul Stein on violin and Stephanie Lan on piano perform Haydn, Mozart, and American composer Zez Confrey.

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    • Fri 24
    A close-up of a person’s hands playing a black grand piano, with fingers pressing the keys. The person is wearing a white long-sleeve shirt, and the scene is well lit with a soft, natural light.
    October 24 11:00AM Auditorium

    Brahms & Friends with Dr. Kelly Anderson

    Join Dr. Kelly Anderson as he performs and discusses music by Brahms, Dvorak, Grieg, and other late Romantic composers.

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    Tue 14
    A close-up of a microphone on a stand in front of an electronic keyboard or piano, both in black and white. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the music equipment.
    October 14 7:00PM Auditorium

    Afterhours Concert: Singer John Fluker

    John Fluker is an L.A.-based music artist who has performed for the Grammys, the Nobel Peace Prize, Michael Jackson Memorial concert, among others. Dessert and coffee served.

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    Fri 3
    A close-up of vintage sheet music with musical notes, staffs, and symbols printed on aged, yellowed paper, arranged diagonally across the image.
    October 3 2:00PM Auditorium

    Music of the War Years: WWI to Vietnam: Auditorium (Week 4)

    This four-week course wraps up with an examination of music as a response to military conflict. It explores popular music in the US before and during World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War.

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    Fri 3
    A stamp featuring physicist Richard Feynman’s portrait, Feynman diagrams, and the text “Richard Feynman Physicist usa 37.” Scientific symbols and mathematical equations appear in the background.
    October 3 11:00AM Auditorium

    Outlaws of Altadena

    Hans Alhoff from our Creative Living Academy Partner Altadena Heritage shares his insights into the history of three colorful contrarians. Despite their eccentricities, all three Altadenans cared deeply about personal freedom as they understood it.

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    • Fri 26
    A close-up of a persons hands playing a black grand piano, with sunlight reflecting off the glossy surface. The persons sleeves are rolled up, and the focus is on their fingers pressing the piano keys.
    September 26 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    “Musical Influences” with Dr. Kelly Anderson

    Join Dr. Kelly Anderson as he discusses and performs music by great musicians modeled after music by other great musicians.

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