Reposted by John Fitz RogersJohn Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 17/09/2026For the record, the Kennedy Center was profitable before 2025. Like all buildings, it needs upkeep. But it is not, and never has been, a danger to the public. I am extremely worried that the building will be demolished just to satisfy one man's vanity. I never thought I'd see this America. 042
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 17/09/2026For the record, the Kennedy Center was profitable before 2025. Like all buildings, it needs upkeep. But it is not, and never has been, a danger to the public. I am extremely worried that the building will be demolished just to satisfy one man's vanity. I never thought I'd see this America. 042
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Congratulations to Jared Johnson as he begins his new position as Director of Music at the Washington National Cathedral. Jared will do wonderful things there. cathedral.org/about/news-m...cathedral.orgWashington National Cathedral Appoints Jared Johnson as Director of MusicIn this position, Dr. Johnson will oversee the Cathedral’s renowned music program, including direction of the Cathedral Choir, organ performances, and the broader liturgical and concert offerings that... 011
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 01/03/2026Wonderful performance of my piano trio "Shadow Rhymes" by the incredible Congaree Trio (Ari Streisfeld, violin; Claire Bryant, cello; Phillip Bush, piano) at the Columbia Museum of Art. 040
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 02/02/2026Huge congratulations to @alarmwillsound.bsky.social and composer Donnacha Dennehy on their Grammy win this evening! Incredibly well-deserved!! 031
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 31/01/2026Southern Exposure concert featuring amazing performers Nadia Sirota & Gabriel Cabezas performing Donnacha Dennehy's luminous "Tessallatum." I'm proud to have started the series 25 years ago, and gratified it's still going strong directed by my friends and colleagues Michael Harley and David Garner. 010
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 19/11/2025So grateful to @macdowell1907.bsky.social for an amazing residency. That place is such a gift. 041
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 12/10/2025Wonderful visit to Storm King. Such inspiring work. 030
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 20/09/2025Brilliant performance last evening by the amazing Splinter Reeds on the University of South Carolina's Southern Exposure New Music Series. 050
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Yesterday, I heard the premieres of terrific new works by Mary Kouyoumdjian and Stephen Jaffe, commissioned by my friends and colleagues, Jennifer Parker-Harley (flute) and Mike Harley (bassoon). If you're a flutist or bassoonist looking for new repertoire, reach out to them at the University of SC! 150
John Fitz Rogers @johnfitzrogers.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Just rejoined Bluesky...primarily here for music, arts, and hygge. 9432