A free-for-kids ‘instrument petting zoo’ comes to Strathmore

WASHINGTON — If you want your kids to be musical prodigies but aren’t sure if it’s worth the investment, the National Philharmonic is hosting a unique event before a Sunday concert at Strathmore.

At 3 p.m. today, famous violinist Sarah Chang — who was accepted to Julliard at age 5 — will be performing alongside internationally renowned pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who’s debuting his return to the D.C. area.

But before the concert, kids can enjoy an “instrument petting zoo” from 2-2:30 p.m. They’ll have the opportunity to experiment with string, wood, brass and percussion instruments before hearing what can be done with some (or a lot) of practice.

Tickets are free for kids aged 7-17 and $25-$82 for adults. They can be purchased from Strathmore’s website.

The free instrument petting Zoo is at 2 p.m. at Strathmore Hall Sunday Oct. 15 before the 3 p.m. concert. (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including the return of D.C.-area pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore on Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including the return of D.C.-area pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore on Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including world-renowned violinist Sarah Chang, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. An instrument “petting zoo” will take place in the lobby on Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m., allowing young concertgoers  a chance to experiment with instruments from different families (string, wood, brass, and percussion). (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including world-renowned violinist Sarah Chang, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. An instrument “petting zoo” will take place in the lobby on Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m., allowing young concertgoers a chance to experiment with instruments from different families (string, wood, brass, and percussion). (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
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The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including the return of D.C.-area pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore on Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. (Courtesy National Philharmonic)
The National Philharmonic’s 2017-2018 season features star-studded musicians, including world-renowned violinist Sarah Chang, who will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. An instrument “petting zoo” will take place in the lobby on Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m., allowing young concertgoers  a chance to experiment with instruments from different families (string, wood, brass, and percussion). (Courtesy National Philharmonic)

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