Concert & Conversations is a weekly series that brings Ars Lyrica artists from the stage into your home. Each week features a mini concert alongside personal stories and insight recorded from the home of the featured artist.

This week, join Matthew Dirst and Cornell professor and organist Annette Richards for a look at the direct ties between politics, invention, and music.  Benjamin Franklin and his famous glass harmonica will be highlighted in addition to music by Hasse and CPE Bach.

We encourage you watch this program on our social media platforms where you can engage live in conversation with our guests as well as Ars Lyrica staff and other audience members.  Bring your questions and comments: we would love to hear from you.

Concert & Conversations will be aired on Ars Lyrica's Facebook and YouTube pages on Sunday, July 19 at 4 pm.