28 Jul Press Release: The Poet & The Prodigy
LES DÉLICES KICKS OFF THE SEASON WITH A FUN, FREE CONCERT SATURDAY SEPT. 19 AT TREELAWN MUSIC HALL
(CLEVELAND) – Hot on the heels of its Season Announcement and the news that SalonEra is evolving in its 7th season, Les Délices is thrilled to share that its 2026-27 Season will kick off with a celebratory free concert of Baroque music on Saturday, September 19th at 7:30 pm at the Treelawn Music Hall enhanced by a cash bar and good vibes.
Free concerts and educational programming are integral to Les Délices’ mission. Says Artistic Director Debra Nagy, “It’s become a tradition for us to jumpstart our season with free, community-oriented performances and I’m thrilled to present a reimagined version of our signature program The Poet & The Prodigy on September 19. I’m also looking forward to performing at the Treelawn Music Hall for the first time, especially as we plan to return to Collinwood (and The Treelawn) several times this season. This will be a beautiful and fun evening and we hope to see you there!”
The concert will feature core Les Délices musicians Debra Nagy (oboe), Shelby Yamin (violin), Rebecca Landell (viola da gamba and cello), and guest artist Adam Cockerham (theorbo and baroque guitar).
At A Glance:
What: The Poet & The Prodigy Reimagined (music by Bach, Telemann, and more)
When: Saturday, September 19th at 7:30 pm
Where: Treelawn Music Hall, 15335 Waterloo Rd. Cleveland, OH 44110
Who: Les Délices, Cleveland’s early chamber music ensemble
THIS EVENT IS FREE/PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN. Register to attend at this link.
The Poet and The Prodigy Reimagined
Initially conceived as an album pairing the music of François Couperin and J.S. Bach, Les Délices’ signature The Poet & The Prodigy program has been reimagined for this season kick-off performance to include works by CPE Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann. Says Nagy, “This concert has a little something for everyone. Not only do we get to enjoy Couperin’s penchant for elegance and atmosphere and J.S. Bach’s intellectual side and his virtuosity, but we’ll also share music by Bach’s son Carl Philipp, who composed amazing melodies and knew just how to pull on the heart strings. In addition, a viola da gamba solo by Antoine Forqueray provides a character portrait of Couperin and Telemann’s music brings additional energy and humor.”
Light on the Horizon: Join us on the Journey
Les Délices’ 2026-2027 Season Light on the Horizon promises a transformational experience of musical artistry. Visit https://lesdelices.org/events/ for detailed information on each program, performance dates and times, and ticketing options. Subscriptions (including Virtual Subscriptions) and single tickets go on sale August 15, 2026. Tickets are not required for The Poet & The Prodigy on Sept. 19th and you can reserve your spot at the show now at this link.
Les Délices has a full calendar of subscription concerts, free shows, and educational programs planned for the 2026-2027 season. In addition, Les Délices is proud to work within NEO Ohio schools, supporting and enriching the musical development of students. More community events will be announced during the season.
About The Treelawn
In 2023, North Collinwood’s Waterloo Arts District got a new live entertainment venue: The Treelawn. Formerly the Slovenian Workmen’s Home, the 100-year-old building now comprises two venues: an intimate Social Club and a 600-seat Music Hall, now host to large events including concerts, weddings, and parties. Full of vintage charm and boasting an impressive acoustic, the Treelawn has quickly become a bustling community hub, hosting events 4-5 times a week.
