The Jamanis Project offers a special opportunity to hear two generations of a musical family on the same program. Violinist Dr. Michael Jamanis will perform alongside his parents, Frances Veri and Michael Jamanis - the celebrated piano duo Veri & Jamanis, who have performed together for more than sixty years - and collaborative partner, percussionist Matthew Woodson.

From classical masters to contemporary activist composers, the program takes audiences on a journey across musical landscapes and time. Works are drawn from the forthcoming recordings Flights of Fancy and The Violin Emancipated. Veri & Jamanis, renowned for their interpretations of George Gershwin, will also perform his Cuban Overture.

About the Jamanis Project

Founded by Dr. Michael Jamanis, the Jamanis Project seeks to break down boundaries, uplift communities, and expand possibilities through unique musical experiences.

Dr. Michael Jamanis is a graduate of the Juilliard School, Yale University, and Rutgers University and has toured worldwide as a member of the Newstead Trio. He hosts the Music Un-Tuxed podcast and serves as Artistic Director of Music for Everyone.

Veri & Jamanis married while studying at the Juilliard School and made their acclaimed debut recital at New York's Alice Tully Hall in 1970. Their career includes recordings, television specials such as PBS's Purely Gershwin, and co-founding the Pennsylvania Academy of Music.

Matthew Woodson is a Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based percussionist, educator, entrepreneur, and TEDx alum. He leads Woodson Steel Experience and collaborates with Theatre for Transformation, Fulton Theatre, and the Jamanis Project. He is Director of Community Percussion for Music for Everyone.