May 19 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art presents Ensemble FREE Day: A Day of All Possible Music at SBMA

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SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present: Ensemble FREE Day: A Day of All Possible Music at SBMA,” 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19, 1130 State St., Santa Barbara.

In celebration of the opening of Chris Kallmyer: Ensemble, all ages are invited to a public, musical performance by artist Chris Kallmyer and special guests from 1 to 4 pm in the Museum’s Preston Morton Gallery. Drop in anytime to see avant-garde musicians, new age practitioners, traditional performers, and an experimental rock drummer collectively create music on a handmade carillon. Employing a method of making music that blends collective listening with lively communal rituals and meditation practice, Ensemble offers a fun, experiential space to look, listen, and engage.

This free community day also includes interactive family guides featuring musical scores and recipes, bell-inspired art activities in the Family Resource Center, pop-up musical moments, and refreshments.

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Full press release on the Chris Kallmyer: Ensemble exhibition here.