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Azure—where concertgoers can be themselves.

Azure Family Concerts Pittsburgh offers concerts for people on the autism spectrum, that allows concertgoers to be themselves.

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Azure Family Concerts helps make performances accessible for all

Azure Family Concerts Pittsburgh holds free, sensory-friendly performances across the region.

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Lullaby Project helps parents work through trauma

Allegheny Health Network teamed up with Carnegie Mellon University to bring new parents healing through music.

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Violinist plays in the face of adversity

Monique Mead, violinist and Carnegie Mellon University professor of music, is on a mission to play the same piece for different audiences.

Upcoming Events

Events

Jan 26

Candlelight Sound Bath

Relax in the glimmer of 100+ candles as you’re immersed in healing sound vibration and Monique’s violin.

Jan 27

Free Community Sound Bath

Carnegie Library East Liberty hosts a free community sound bath with Monique. Enjoy this immersive experience of pure sound vibration that induces deep relaxation and activates the body's natural healing power. You'll lie comfortably as Monique guides you to stillness with singing bowls, ocean drum and beautiful violin serenades.

We ask that you bring your own comfort items for lying on the floor, such as a mat, pillow, blanket and eye cover.

Feb 1

Rancho La Puerta Chamber Music Festival

Spend a glorious week immersed in music, nature and wellness at Rancho La Puerta. Chamber Music Week features daily concerts, musical talks and wellness activities along with homegrown gourmet cuisine and spa amenities. Artists include The King’s Singers, pianist Jon Kimura Parker, violist Aloysia Friedmann, and the delightful violin/guitar duo ArcoStrum. If this is your first visit, contact Monique for a special discount.

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