Oran Etkin
($20-$30 tickets | 7pm Show) Please join the Century in welcoming acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Oran Etkin for an incredible, imaginative show! Oran is in town to perform at the Fox Theater on Tuesday for popular show for kids, Timbaloo! and we are lucky to be able to host him for a concert!
**Oran Etkin**
Oran Etkin, acclaimed as the “Ebullient” rising star clarinetist by the New York Times and voted #1 in DownBeat Magazine’s Critic’s Poll, is a globally recognized musician and educator. His music, featured on concert stages worldwide and Grammy Award-winning compilations, reflects a commitment to cultural exchange. As a faculty member at The New School University and a guest lecturer at Harvard, Etkin’s impact extends beyond performance. His Open Arms Project breaks traditional touring norms, creating music with diverse artists globally. The upcoming album weaves original collaborations with modern electronics-infused compositions, showcasing the interconnected world rooted in tradition. Etkin’s Timbalooloo program revolutionizes music education, empowering children to express themselves and fostering cultural curiosity. Endorsed by celebrity parents, Timbalooloo concerts and albums highlight a journey of making instrument friends worldwide. Etkin’s work, whether with an orchestra or children, embodies imagination, playfulness, and the transformative power of music in building joyful communities.