Y Arts Center

04/15/2025

NEW EPISODE 🚨
Y Arts Podcast EP 35 - Roy Ghim

In this episode, Ricole and Robin had the pleasure of interviewing Roy Ghim, a film and music columnist who has long been an active member of the Frederick arts scene. Throughout his career as a freelance writer, Roy has contributed to notable publications such as The Frederick News-Post and The New York Times. In his free time, he enjoys coaching soccer and curates an online publication called Western Machines.

https://frederickymca.org/y-arts-podcast

04/02/2025

We are looking forward to being a part of Leadership Frederick County's Quality of Life Day ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Ever since graduating from Leadership Frederick County in 2008 (Best Class Ever), I have helped to coordinate the program’s Quality of Life Day.

03/14/2025

We’re excited to be a presenter for the 7th annual STEP UP! Frederick 2025 Student Songwriting Contest Awards Concert! Presented by Chords of Courage.

🗓️ Sunday, March 16th

📍 Jack. B Kussmaul Theater, Frederick Community College

⏱️ 7:00 PM

Learn more and buy tickets online: https://www.ticketor.com/stepupfrederick

02/21/2025

This Saturday, Feb. 22 is the first of a three concerts for the Jazz Concert Series: String Theories
🎻 Jason Kao Hwang - Violin
🪕 Sun Li - P**a

🎵 Saturday, Feb. 22
🎵 Doors open at 7:00 pm
🎵 Open to all ages.

Learn more and buy tickets online: https://frederickymca.org/string-theories-jazz-concert-series

02/03/2025

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02/01/2025

Anthony and Ricole are on site for Fire In Ice 🔥❄️

🧊 YAC-Tastic Creations!

02/01/2025

Stop by the Arts Center today and check out our ice sculpture for Fire in Ice!!

01/31/2025

Fire In Ice is kicking off in Downtown Frederick today, Jan. 31, and we will have activities throughout the day on Saturday, Feb. 1.

📍 Y Arts Center (YAC), 115 E Church St
📅 Friday, Jan. 31 & Saturday, Feb. 1

Stop by for a warm, fun, and creative stop during Fire in Ice? Bring the whole family to the Y Arts Center for FREE activities!
🎶 Instrumental Petting Zoo with Peabody Preparatory
🩰 Dance Classes for all ages
🎷 Jazz Sessions
🎙️ Live Recording Studio Session – experience the magic of music
☕ Hot Chocolate, thanks to our Teen Services Department

01/29/2025

Fire in Ice is this weekend in Downtown Frederick!! Stop by the Arts Center for FREE family activities, dance classes, Peabody Preparatory instrumental petting zoo, and more!

📍 Y Arts Center: 115 E Church St
📅 Fire in Ice: Fri., Jan. 31 & Sat., Feb. 1
☕ Hot Chocolate, thank you to the teen services department
🎶 Instrumental Petting Zoo
🩰 Dance Classes
🎷 Jazz Sessions
🎙️ Live Recording Studio session

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01/14/2025

Thank you to the Delaplaine Foundation, Inc. and the Plamondon Hospitality Partners for making this Jazz Concert series possible!

String Theories: New Music for String Instruments
Presented by the Frederick Experimental Music Association

Learn more about the upcoming concert series
➡️ www.frederickymca.org/string-theories-jazz-concert-series

String Theories: New Music for String Instruments Produced by Frederick Experimental Music Association Frederick YMCA Arts Center 115 East Church Street This series is made possible by the generous support of The Delaplaine Foundation and Plamondon Hospitality Group Doors 7:00 pm/Artists Conversatio...

12/27/2024

12/13/2024

NEW EPISODE!
Y Arts Podcast Ep 34 - Daryltron

Daryl Campbell, or Daryltron, began his artistic journey as an obscure hip-hop artist. After experiencing a series of transformative life events, he decided to chase his long-held dream of becoming a multi-faceted creator. Drawing inspiration from iconic musicians like Beck, Parliament-Funkadelic, and Prince, Daryltron boldly expanded his creative pursuits.

The Y Arts Podcast Robin Smith On this show, we interview local artists from the Frederick area who are making an impact in their craft and artists who are involved with the YMCA Arts Center. We will explore their stories, ambitions, influences, exhibitions, and more together. As we highlight their....

12/10/2024

Friday night was the last part of the B'More Bridges Jazz Concert series. This concert served as a fundraiser for the YMCA of Frederick County. We appreciate everyone who came out to support the Y and enjoy a night of great music!

12/03/2024

Join us at the Y Arts Center for an unforgettable evening of jazz and improvised music featuring two legendary Baltimore artists: Lafayette Gilchrist on piano 🎹 and Gregory Thompkins on tenor saxophone 🎷

📅 Fri., Dec. 6
🕢 7:30 PM | Performance Starts: 8:00 PM
📍 Y Arts Center, 115 East Church Street, Downtown Frederick
🎟️ $20 (cash only, no cards)

This concert is part of the B’more Bridges series and serves as a fundraiser for the YMCA of Frederick County! By attending, you’re not just enjoying a night of music. You are also helping the Y continue its mission to strengthen our community through arts, wellness, and support for families.

FEMA Presents B’more Bridges, a 3-concert series at Frederick YMCA Arts Frederick Experimental Music Association will present B’more Bridges, a series of three concerts of improvised music, intermedia, and jazz, by renowned Baltimore artists at the YMCA of Frederick

11/14/2024

Celebrate one year of music at the Y Arts Center with a special offer from Peabody Preparatory! This spring, get started in music with introductory classes for just $99, plus, your registration fee is waived!

Learn to play in weekly classes led by expert faculty, perfect for kids, teens, and adults, no prior experience needed.

🎶 www.frederickymca.org/peabody-preparatory-one-year-anniversary