Stephen Johnson, BBC broadcaster and composer and author of the Notting Hill Editions title How Shostakovich Changed My Mind, will be at the Bohemian National Hall in New York on Thursday, November 18 at 6 p.m. ET for a conversation and book signing. In line with the subject matter of his book, Johnson will speak about music, nature, and the healing effects of art on the troubled human mind. Hosted by the Aspect Chamber Music Series, this free, in-person event will be held before a 7:30 p.m. concert called Songs of Solace, which will feature compositions by Shostakovich, Brahms, and Stephen Johnson himself.
To learn more about the conversation and book signing and to order a free general admission ticket, click here. Tickets for the Songs of Solace concert must be purchased separately.