America: Songs of Patriotism, Praise, and Protest
August 3 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Celebrate the American spirit through music with America: Songs of Patriotism, Protest, and Praise, a dynamic performance by cellist Alex Prizgintas. Using his amplified cello, effects pedals, and looping station, Alex reimagines hymns, anthems, and protest songs that span baroque, jazz, folk, and Rock ‘n’ Roll. This genre-blending program explores the power of freedom—of speech, of belief, of expression—woven into our national story. Narration provides historical context, making this both an educational and emotional journey. Join us for a musical experience that is bold, thoughtful, and unforgettable.
This event is free, but seating is limited—please reserve your spot in advance.
We suggest a donation of $15 to support the Sunday Salon Series and the work of the Ulster County Historical Society. You can contribute online when you RSVP or donate at the event itself via cash, check, or credit card.
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Alex Prizgintas is a New York-based historian and musician who lives and works in the Hudson Valley. As a musician, Alex blends a classical cello with tools such as electric guitar effect pedals and a BOSS RC-300 looping station—pushing the limits of this acoustic instrument to achieve sounds of Jazz, Rock ’n Roll, Latin Tangos, Broadway Classics, and more. His inaugural “Bach to Rock” program has since expanded to feature twelve offerings including his popular “Salute to Broadway,” the “British Invasion,” and “America: Songs of Patriotism, Protest, and Praise.” Each program additionally comes with historical narrations that allow each attendee to journey through history and harmony.