Carpe Diem Arts proudly presents another concert as part of the popular Arts Alive! lunchtime concert series presented at Brookletts Place in Easton (400 Brookletts Ave.) in partnership with the Talbot County Senior Center and with funding support from Talbot Arts, the Maryland State Arts Council, Dock Street Foundation, and Upper Shore Aging ℅ Mid-Shore Community Foundation.
The lunchtime concerts are free and open to the public, and are welcoming of all ages. Performances are scheduled on the Second Tuesdays of the month–September through May (with the notable exception of November 4th due to Brookletts Place being closed on Veterans Day, November 11).
Featured on November 4th, 12:15-1:00pm will be Gerdan: Soul of Ukraine. Internationally acclaimed violinist and vocalist Solomia Gorokhivska and master flutist Andrei Pidkivka share the rich musical traditions of Ukraine and Eastern Europe with dazzling virtuosity and heartfelt expression. Weaving classical training with folk roots into a vibrant tapestry of sound, their soulful melodies and spirited rhythms invite audiences on a cultural journey that uplifts and inspires.
Named after the gerdan—a colorful, intricately beaded necklace from the Carpathian Mountains—Gerdan symbolizes the weaving together of cultural heritage, musical artistry, and shared human experience. Their performances feature traditional and contemporary instruments, including rare Ukrainian flutes, blending old-world charm with fresh, innovative interpretations that celebrate the enduring power of folk music.
EVENT DETAILS
When: Second Tuesdays through May 2026 (except Nov. 4 date) | 12:15–1:00pm
Where: Brookletts Place – Talbot County Senior Center, 400 Brookletts Ave., Easton, MD
ABOUT GERDAN
Gerdan – Kaleidoscope of World Music is a Washington, D.C.–area ensemble led by Dr. Solomia Gorokhivska and Grammy-nominated artist Dr. Andrei Pidkivka. Together, they bring to life the spirit of Ukrainian and Eastern European folk music through virtuosic performance, inventive arrangements, and heartfelt connection with audiences. Learn more at msac.org/directory/artists/gerdan.
ABOUT CARPE DIEM ARTS
Carpe Diem Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging communities across generations and cultures through the power of the visual, literary and performing arts—providing inclusive and accessible arts experiences and opportunities for creative self-expression.
The Arts Alive series is presented by Carpe Diem Arts in partnership with Upper Shore Aging and Brookletts Place, with support from Talbot Arts, the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, Maryland State Arts Council, Dock Street Foundation, and our individual donors.
Thanks to our funders, each of the Arts Alive programs will also be presented at the Chesapeake Center for adults with special needs.
For more information contact [email protected] / 301-466-0183
or visit these websites:
www.CarpeDiemArts.org/brookletts-place
Facebook: Carpe Diem Arts on the Shore
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