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KEN BURNS’ PIANIST JACQUELINE SCHWAB TO PERFORM IN A SPECIAL SPRING CONCERT AT PASADENA SENIOR CENTER

Enjoy an afternoon filled with the enchanting music of renowned pianist Jacqueline Schwab, in “Making Music with Ken Burns,” at the Pasadena Senior Center on Saturday, May 11, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Famously known, Schwab appeared on the oft-aired soundtracks of Ken Burns’ films, including his Grammy-winning Civil War, Baseball, Lewis and Clark, Mark Twain, The War and The National Parks, as well as the PBS documentary The Irish in America and others.

Jacqueline will present her unique interpretation of composer Jay Ungar's timeless Ashokan Farewell, along with beloved vintage American classics like Be Thou My Vision and Take Me Out to the Ballgame, alongside some hidden gems from the era. 

Sharing insights into Ken Burns' distinctive approach to incorporating music into his documentaries to evoke emotions, enhance his narrative, and shed light on historical events that resonate with us today; Jacqueline will also highlight a selection of her own compositions inspired by immigrant music reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural diversity in America.

The performance is $10 for PSC members and $12 for non-members. To register, please go to PasadenaSeniorCenter.org, then click on Activities & Events. Advance reservations are suggested.

The Pasadena Senior Center’s mission is to improve the lives of older adults through caring service with opportunities for social interaction, fitness programs, basic support and needs services, education, volunteerism and community activism. With 10,000 Americans per day becoming older adults, the center is a leader in addressing the issues of aging and provides innovative, cutting-edge, nationally recognized programs for this population group.

As a donor-supported nonprofit, the center operates without any local, state or federal funding and provides more services to older adults in the San Gabriel Valley than any other organization. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. To learn more, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call 626-795-4331. The Center is located at 85 E. Holly Street in Pasadena.