SPARK! Lounge Pre-Concert Conversation: The Roman Trilogy with Elizabeth Massey

This pre-concert conversation in the SPARK! Lounge offers audiences a chance to delve into Respighi's Roman Trilogy with Elizabeth Massey before the evening's orchestral performance. Part of the NOI+F festival at The Clarice, the talk provides context and insight into the program that Valentina Peleggi will lead later that night. The SPARK! Lounge setting creates an informal, engaging space for attendees to deepen their appreciation of the music.

When: Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 6:30 PM (please note the event's start time is one hour before the main concert, which begins at 7:30 PM).
Venue: SPARK! Lounge, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center (The Clarice at UMD), University of Maryland.
Event type: Pre-concert conversation; part of the NOI+F festival.
Featured speaker: Elizabeth Massey.
Focus: Respighi's Roman Trilogy (the same program performed by the NOI Philharmonic later that evening under conductor Valentina Peleggi).
Registration: Tickets may be required; check The Clarice website or box office for availability and pricing (price not currently listed).
Accessibility: The Clarice is committed to accessibility; patrons with specific needs should contact the venue in advance.
Note: This event is separate from the main concert "Peleggi Conducts Respighi’s Roman Trilogy | NOI Philharmonic" which follows at 7:30 PM. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the lounge and conversation.