The Westerlies: Brass at Blithewold

This concert is made possible through the generous support of Mike and Michele Klau in loving memory of
Sue and Jimmy Klau.

Spend a memorable morning at Blithewold Mansion with New York-based brass quartet The Westerlies, hailed by The New York Times as “an arty quartet…mixing ideas from jazz, new classical, and Appalachian folk.” Drawing from American shape-note music—a tradition designed to make singing more accessible—the ensemble presents kaleidoscopic arrangements of traditional hymns alongside new compositions. With concert hall precision and folklike approachability, The Westerlies reimagine the American musical landscape, inviting audiences on a trailblazing journey through past and present.

Riley Mulherkar, trumpet
Chloe Rowlands, trumpet
Andy Clausen, trombone
Addison Maye-Saxon, trombone

PROGRAM
J.P. REESE Fight On
JOHN G. MCCURRY Weeping Mary
WILLIAM WALKER Louisiana
M. L. SWAN Paradise
CAROLINE SHAW Entr’acte
(arr. The Westerlies)
ANDY CLAUSEN The Royal Band / Soft Music
JOHN G. MCCURRY Parting Friends
CHLOE ROWLANDS Kerhonkson
ANDY CLAUSEN The 5:10 to Ronkonkoma
TRAD Saro
(arr. Sam Amidon/Nico Muhly)
*Program subject to change

Elevate your experience:

Our friends at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum have arranged for concert-goers to be able to pre-order boxed lunches to enjoy on the grounds following the performance.

Lunches will not be available for purchase on-site. Pre order here!

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The Westerlies

Blithewold, a summer estate built in the late 19th century by the Van Wickle family and representative of the County Place Era, encompasses 33 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens overlooking the Narragansett Bay.

Parking and Accessibility Information:

Free on-site parking is available with limited accessible parking. This venue is only partially wheelchair accessible due to a gravel parking lot.

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