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5BMF marks a triumphant return to live concert performance and the grand finale of its 2020-2021 Digital Mainstage Season with the New York City and online premieres of Terra Nova, a concert-length song cycle composed by the members of ORACLE HYSTERICAL and performed in collaboration with HUB NEW MUSIC. Commissioned by Hub New Music and 5BMF, Terra Nova will be presented live in partnership with BPL PRESENTS on May 15th in a free, outdoor performance on the steps at Brooklyn Public Library’s majestic Grand Army Plaza location, and also filmed at the historic NEWHOUSE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART AT SNUG HARBOR, Staten Island, for its online premiere on June 17th. ABOUT THE PROJECT Terra Nova is inspired by a range of ambitious, gritty (and sometimes naive, cruel, and myopic) explorers: a fanciful view from Amelia Earhart’s cockpit by Majel Connery, a playful setting of John James Audubon’s descriptions of wood warblers by Brad Balliett, Dylan Greene’s speculative tone poem of the pre-Columbian exploration of North America by Chinese mariners, Elliot Cole’s haunting setting of Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott’s final letter home, and Agamemnon, Doug Balliet’s tension-filled spoken-and-sung cantata depicting the ill-fated king’s reunion with Clytemnestra; plus many more. These adventurers, captivated by unchartered territory, share an often combustible mix of guts, ego, greed, and unwavering determination, their discoveries ranging from the beautiful to the terrible. Both venues share deep connections with the musical material. Terra Nova will be in its element on the grounds of Brooklyn Public Library at Grand Army Plaza, one of the city’s great monuments to the printed word, whose collection contains all of the texts that inspired these new works. The Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art, by contrast, shares in the songs’ spirit and history; now a museum for contemporary art, it was once a dormitory for sailors, with frescoed walls that still read “Rest after dangerous Toil,” a 188-year-old space, existing then and now for intrepid explorers and explorations. Program: Terra Nova A collection of songs inspired by new lands, and the people who ventured into them Majel Connery – All the way down (2021) Inspired by the musings of Amelia Earhart Brad Balliett – Wood Warblers (2021) Excerpts from the writings of naturalist John James Audubon Dylan Greene – When China Discovered the World (2021) Instrumental after the book by Gavin Menzies Majel Connery – Fallen Angel (2021) From Milton’s Paradise Lost Doug Balliett – The Gothic Pater Noster (2021) From the Gothic Bible, ca. 390 AD Doug Balliett – Agamemnon Crosses the Line (2021) Loosely based on Aeschylus’s Oresteia Dylan Greene – laundry and cooking (2021) Adapted from the poem by Bret Harte Elliot Cole – Terra Nova (2021) From the journals of Robert Falcon Scott Oracle Hysterical: Doug Balliett, bass/viola da gamba Brad Balliett, bassoons Majel Connery, keyboards/vocals Elliot Cole, guitars/keyboards/vocals Joe Bergen, guest percussion Hub New Music: Michael Avitable, flute Nicholas Brown, clarinet Alyssa Wang, violin Jesse Christeson, cello Sound Engineer: Chris Botta Videography: Eric Jenkins-Sahlin, Meristem Pictures

Jazz pianist Markus Gottschlich (“A painter of emotions via music” - All About Jazz) performs songs from his recently released album "Found Sounds," which focuses on the transformation and re-interpretation of everyday sounds. The event is free and will be live-streamed on ACFNY’s Youtube channel.

The Billy Harper Quintet featuring Billy Harper tenor sax, Freddie Hendrix trumpet, Francesca Tanksley piano, Corcoran Holt bass and Aaron Scott drums.

Violinist, Erick and Alisa Wyrick, along with musical colleagues and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra will join with SOMA neighbors for a Summer Series of concerts for “Live on the Lawn” Neighbors for Arts Education May 28th, June 4th, June 11th at 7 p.m. on the at the Blanchard Mansion lawn, 100 Blanchard Rd South Orange, NJ. Neighbors Eric Wyrick and Alisa Wyrick hosted by neighbors John and Yvonne Patterson of the Patterson Foundation have come together to raise awareness, appreciation, and funds for Arts education in Essex County. Funds will help support the expansion of the Soma Suzuki Program and the Weequahic Park Conservancy, Art Access-Art Start. May 28th, 2021 7 pm Eric Wyrick and fellow members of Orpheus Chamber Orchestra perform music of Mendelsshon and a special performance of Coleridge-Taylor Clarinet Quintet June 4th, 2021 7 pm Eric and Alisa Wyrick, violinists Kaya Bryla-Weiss, viola and Eugene Moye, cello perform Quartets of Borodin and Dvorak “American”. June 11th, 2021 7 pm Wyrick friends and family perform Brahms viola Quintet and Mendelsshon Octet (list of players) Music and artistic expression have suffered during the current pandemic. Neighbors in the South Orange community have joined to create “Live on the Lawn” Neighbors for Art access and arts education, an outdoor neighborhood concert series planned May 28th, June 4th and June 11th, all beginning at 7 p.m. to kick-off Memorial Day weekend and to celebrate a safe and enjoyable summer. The concert series will be held on the lawn of the landmark Blanchard House, 100 Blanchard Road in South Orange, NJ. The Wyricks live in a musical household in South Orange with their two daughters, who play violin and cello. The Wyricks know the need to invest early in children’s ability, not only to cultivate their musical interest and exposure, but also to reinforce ability and provide good quality training. Yvonne Patterson, co-founder of the Patterson Foundation states, “The concert’s goal is to lift the community’s spirit, provide hope and opportunity.” Price: $25 to $100 Suggested Donation Contact: Yvonne Delaine Garrett Patterson vonnemoore56@yahoo.com 9738039390 Patterson Foundation

Chris DeVito, piano Greg Grispart, tenor sax, clarinet Straight ahead Jazz and American Songbook classics. Reservations suggested. Presented by Blue Truffle Music.

Forget everything you thought you knew about art! Today we are going to dive into all the wacky, unique, and wonderful ways people create. Delight in an artist who makes masterpieces out of pancake batter, step into the world of illusion makeup, or even try your hand at making unconventional art of your own. Enjoy a virtual walk through Newark looking at incredible wall murals. You will walk away from this event finding art everywhere in brand new ways! 10:30am Let’s Get Messy Have you ever wanted to make art with food? Join educators from the Children’s Museum of Manhattan as they show you how to create an edible portrait! Spend 45 minutes getting messy and having fun, while making art using items from around your house. REGISTER 12pm Painting with Pancakes Sizzle sizzle, art comes to life on the pancake griddle! In this event, you can bet we will be playing with our food. Watch an artist from Dancakes create art using pancake batter. Dancakes is the premiere pancake art company filled with friendly, interactive, and very talented pancake artists. REGISTER 2pm Dress Like A Work of Art Some artists paint on a canvas, but Ariel Adkins paints on her clothes! Enjoy this virtual experience where Ariel takes us through her unique process of creating outfits that completely mimic a work of art or natural surroundings. Some of her colorful, one-of-a-kind creations include a jumpsuit of Claude Monet's Waterlilies and a skirt of The Ten Largest by Hilma af Klint. Find Ariel on Instagram @artfullyawear and don't miss this artful experience. REGISTER 4pm Video Drop: See It To Believe It: Makeup By Marissa You won’t believe your eyes. Artist @makeupbymarissaa shows you how she creates an illusion out of her looks inspired by The Newark Museum of Art’s collection. Watch as she turns her face into a work of art! 7pm Murals in the Brick City Experience a virtual tour of a variety of murals across the City of Newark. Your knowledgeable guide from Have You Met Newark will dive into the history of each mural, discuss the subject and meaning, and interview some of the talented artists behind the works. They'll also share some tips for visiting the murals on your own in the future and where to grab a bite, a drink, or shop after. REGISTER Featured Murals Include: • The Four Corners Mural Project Phase I: o The Natural World of the Lenape by Armisey Smith o Radiance by the Rorshach Collective • Newark’s Industry by Layqua Nuna Yawar and Jay Golding • Las Heroinas by Carolyn Salinas • My Brother's Keeper by collaboration of Steve Green, Rutgers, Yendor • Magnitude and Bond – A collaborative mural by A Womb of Violet Collective, Kelley Prevard, and Layqa Nuna Yawar

Modern Organ trio with Charette’s original tunes

Austrian guitarist/composer Matthias Löscher has made a name for himself as collaborator with many hip hop luminaries including Nas, Common, Sean Combs (aka Puff Diddy), and is the lead guitarist for Ms. Lauryn Hill. In the first half of the program, Löscher celebrates his new "Songs of Life" album release. Using both his skills in composition and guitar, Matthias tells stories that are part of our everyday existence as humans. Part two of the program features Löscher's group The Ruff Pack, combining the improvisational nature and compositional complexity of Jazz with the rustic groove and frenetic energy of Hip-Hop, with guest rapper Akua Naru. The event is free and will be live-streamed on ACFNY’s Youtube channel.

Come enjoy another Summer Saturday afternoon of beautiful jazz in the park and listen to the wonderful jazz stylings of Jazz Vocalist Kristina Koller with Mike Bond performing a number of original and contemporary jazz selections. Don't forget to bring your lounge chair, grab a meal from a local restaurant and then sit back. relax and enjoy yourself as we continue our @Jazxy Afternoons of beautiful music in the park. Summer Saturdays produced/hosted by South Orange Village Center Alliance and Gregory Burrus Productions.

This is Peravon Jazz Trio's fifth appearance. Access their previous appearances here. Matt Perich, guitar Phil Ravita, bass Greg Herron, drums Peravon is an exciting trio that plays standard tunes but employs the rhythms and sensibilities of funk, blues, rock, and Latin styles. Peravon also plays original compositions in the same vein. In a Peravon concert you might hear a Thelonious Monk tune followed by Rage Against the Machine, Led Zeppelin followed by Chick Corea. Join the band for an enjoyable musical adventure off of the beaten path. The members are all jazz musicians at heart, but with an affinity for all styles of music. Showtime is 7 pm ET/6 pm CT/5 pm MT/4 pm PT/11 pm GMT A limited number of in-person seats are available for $20 each. Please email henry@andiemusik.com for stipulations. Streaming cost is $10 Donations are welcomed! The link will be available 15 minutes before the show and will remain active through June 17