The City of Auburn program offers the opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts two months, providing the artist with a large indoor barn studio, a stipend, and access to the 67 acre farm.

12:30-2:00 PM | Open Studio

 2:30-4:00 PM | Free Workshop "The Listening Farm: Composing Nature’s Elements"

In this free workshop, Artist-in Residence Jahnvi Madan will introduce participants to the world of music composition by drawing connections between nature sounds and music-making. With no musical training needed, attendees will practice deep listening, learn the foundations of composition, and collaboratively create short pieces inspired by nature. Jahnvi will also share how the Mary Olson farm’s soundscapes have influenced her own composition while in residency. 

FREE | ALL AGES

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Visit Postmark Center for the Arts gallery, open to the public each Second Saturday from 12-4PM! Each month features FREE, all ages performances, crafts, and events!

1-1:30PM
Pre-performance Workshop

Before her performance, Kathak Dancer Pooja Ganesh will be hosting a workshop, providing an introduction to the storytelling aspects of Kathak.

1:30-2:30PM
"Raghava Lahari"
A Kathak Presentation

Join us for a Kathak presentation (Indian classical dance form). "Raghava Lahari" is an evocative Kathak recital that weaves together music, movement, and storytelling to celebrate the divine virtues, love, and triumphs of Lord Rama and Sita, presented by Pooja Ganesh under the guidance of her Gurus Smt.Nirupama Rajendra and Shri.T.D.Rajendra, featuring a live music ensemble by Ravi Albright and Sampada Bhalerao. The recital draws inspiration from the iconic hymn "Raghupati Raghava Rajaram", a deeply spiritual composition whose original lyrics are preserved, respecting its traditional and cultural significance. 

The recital incorporates the concept of Lehera or Lahari—melodic phrases played on the sitar in and related to Raga Gara—to serve as interludes. These laharis connect the dancer’s transitions between singing and enacting, creating a seamless flow between vocal devotion and expressive storytelling. Each scene unveils a new chapter in the divine narrative.

FREE | ALL AGES

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Photo Credit: Shubha Tirumale

Made possible by the Kiwanis Club of Auburn and with funding from 4Culture!

The City of Auburn program offers the opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts two months, providing the artist with a large indoor barn studio, a stipend, and access to the 67 acre farm.

1:00-3:00 PM | Open Rehearsal

Guests are invited to come and watch an open rehearsal session by Artist in Residence Jahnvi Madan, providing a preview of her new instrumental work.

FREE | ALL AGES

The City of Auburn program offers the opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts two months, providing the artist with a large indoor barn studio, a stipend, and access to the 67 acre farm.

3:00-4:00 PM | Final Artist in Residence Performance

Artist in Residence Jahnvi Madan will be performing her new composition at the Postmark Center for the Arts. Her new piece pays homage to the farm’s story and her own connection between MOF and her own family's history of farming.

FREE | ALL AGES

Register now!