The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to bring the talents of young, award-winning classical musicians to the Levy Senior Center. The concerts are held in the Maple Room, and are free and open to all.
The series honors the memory of Fran Randall who loved classical music and played an important role in opening the current center.
Fran Randall Classical Concerts
May 24, 1:30 p.m.
May 24, 1:30 p.m.
Grace Ryan and Bianca Ciubancan
Join us Friday, May 24 at 1:30pm in the Maple Room for a Fran Randall classical concert with gifted young performers.
“Captivating with [her] vocal power and lush sound” (RoundTable), Grace Ryan is an award-winning mezzo soprano finishing her degrees in Vocal Performance and Music Education from DePaul University School of Music. She has performed in the Midwest and with the Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company.
Currently a collaborative pianist at North Park and DePaul Universities, Jennifer McCabe has been described as “the new Gerald Moore” and “an infinitely sympathetic pianist.” She has performed with organizations such as The Kennedy Center, the CSO and Lyric Opera.
Also performing is violinist Bianca Ciubancan. She's taken top prizes at numerous competitions, and has studied in masterclasses with a number of accomplished violinists. Bianca is concertmaster of the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, and is a senior at Northside College Prep. She'll perform with piano accompaniment.
Don't miss this chance to see performances by these accomplished young musicians! Admission is free, and registration is not required.
The Jamming Jean Music Series, named in honor of a former Levy Center member, features music and musicians that reflect Evanston and its cultural diversity.
These Friday night concerts are free and open to all. Bring the entire family for a fun way to kick off the weekend! Concerts are held in the Maple Room in March and December, and right outside the Center in James Park in June and September.
Jamming Jean Concerts
June 14, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Midnight Sun
Save the date for a summer concert Friday, June 14, 5-7 pm, featuring Midnight Sun. With a dynamic rhythm section and versatile vocalists, this Chicago band transports audiences through time with hits from the ‘60s to contemporary faves. Their mastery extends beyond the hits; they effortlessly recreate even obscure B-sides with a deep knowledge of soul music.
The free concert takes place in James Park outside the Levy Senior Center. Enjoy dinner from Azteca Cocina along with beer and wine all available for cash purchase.