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Bernstein’s Omnibus: ‘What Makes Opera Grand?’: July 2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series—plus a bonus eighth

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Bernstein on Omnibus: ‘Handel’s Messiah’: Aug. 2016

Bernstein on Omnibus: ‘Handel’s Messiah’: Aug. 2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series on music—plus a

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Bernstein on Omnibus: ‘The Music of J.S. Bach’:July2016

Bernstein on Omnibus: ‘The Music of J.S. Bach’:July2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series—plus a bonus eighth

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Bernstein’s Omnibus: ‘Introduction to Modern Music’: July 2016

Bernstein’s Omnibus: ‘Introduction to Modern Music’: July 2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series—plus a bonus eighth

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Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: ‘American Musical Comedy’: July2016

Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: ‘American Musical Comedy’: July2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was an eight-part series on music that

ASA Webmaster May 27, 2016July 10, 2016 Lectures, Past Event Read more

Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: The Art of Conducting: June2016

Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: The Art of Conducting: June2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series—plus a bonus eighth

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Bernstein On Omnibus: ‘The World of Jazz’: June 2016

Bernstein On Omnibus: ‘The World of Jazz’: June 2016

The Omnibus television program of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television.” One of its most popular and innovative undertakings was a seven-part series—plus a bonus eighth

ASA Webmaster May 24, 2016June 23, 2016 Lectures, Past Event Read more

Watch Leonard Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: June 2016

Watch Leonard Bernstein’s Historic TV Series: June 2016

The Omnibus television series of the 1950s and ‘60s has been called “the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of U.S. commercial television and a prototype for the development of programming on educational television.” One of its most

ASA Webmaster May 23, 2016June 16, 2016 Lectures, Past Event Read more

Testimonials

We have always enjoyed performing at the Academy. A gorgeous spot, a wonderful piano, a fantastic audience and exceptional hosts who make their guests feel really special. Does not get better than that!
ASA is a very unique venue that offers a very intimate feel that I truly appreciate as a musician. … A Hidden Gem in the Desert.
The first time I performed at the Arizona Senior Academy I offered two options to the audience for an encore: Chopin or Schoenberg. Who could imagine an audience whose resounding answer would be ‘SCHOENBERG!’ Clearly, this response demonstrates unusually open, perceptive ears!
A treasure on the eastside.
 
The Arizona Senior Academy provides a comfortable space with great acoustics …  This ensures a great time for both audience and performer. It is a fantastic venue in a beautiful desert setting.  The icing on the cake is the audience — engaged and eager to hear what the performer has to offer.
I’ve given public lectures around the world, and found the questions asked here at the ASA to be some of the most thoughtful and perceptive that I’ve ever gotten!  
Performing at the Arizona Senior Academy, in their gorgeous location on the eastern side of Saguaro National Park East, is a high point of the year for both my students and myself.  The audience and administration are very welcoming to UA students and faculty, and the subsequent question-and-answer period is always informative.
Making presentations at the Arizona Senior Academy is always a joy and a challenge, because I have to work a little harder to stay one step ahead of the very sharp audience. … And the lovely desert location helps keep us all stimulated.
Playing at the Academy offers the performer the unique experience of an audience that is simultaneously appreciative and stimulating. The questions that follow can lead to unusual and thought-provoking turns of conversation, both during the performance hour and at the congenial luncheon that so often follows. What a great place to play!
I’ve given talks in venues across the country, and I always look forward to returning to Academy Village. The setting is superb and the venue comfortable—and a speaker couldn’t ask for a more responsive, more receptive audience.
The opportunity to preview University of Arizona concerts in such a receptive venue, both audience and acoustic-wise, makes the Senior Academy a unique place for us performers. … It is always a great pleasure to perform/lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy.
Designed to bring together individuals with intellectual curiosity in a stimulating environment, [Academy Village] is a successful model for creative retirement that is being used by several other American universities.

Concerts and Lectures

  • Mar. 6: TED Talks
  • Mar. 27: “Trade in the Time of Trump”
  • Mar. 14: Understanding Mexican History through Frida Kahlo and her Artwork
  • Mar. 28: Vaquero to Cowboy—a Cultural Exchange
  • Feb 26: “Classic Jazz, the Gus Woodrow Trio”

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