# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Monday September 21 * 7pm * $10-20 * REGISTER

Generations of music makers have imbibed the popular notion that music critics play for the opposing team. But there’s much that performers, composers, and other practitioners stand to learn from these writers do—and many worlds that open when musicians learn to write effectively and personably about music.

In this workshop, led by violinist, journalist, and music critic Jennifer Gersten, participants will learn strategies for supporting their creative endeavors through writing about music for popular audiences. We will discuss strong examples of writing on music and complete an exercise for building a writing sensibility, which can be applied towards activities such as curating programs, communicating with audiences, applying for grants, and generally developing personal taste. We will also discuss music criticism’s current state of affairs, as well as avenues for beginning a criticism practice as music practitioners.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/takoma-park/the-critical-musician-on-thinking-and-writing-like-a-music-critic/200030547867117
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, workshops, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Takoma Park
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 6950 Maple St NW, Washington D.C., DC, United States, Washington, District of Columbia 20012
- **lat**: 38.97417
- **long**: -77.01563
- **full address**: 6950 Maple St NW, Washington D.C., DC, United States, Washington, District of Columbia 20012, 6950 Maple St NW, Washington, DC 20012-2014, United States, Takoma Park

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic being held?
  - **A:** The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic takes place on Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 6950 Maple St NW, Washington D.C., DC, United States, Washington, District of Columbia 20012, 6950 Maple St NW, Washington, DC 20012-2014, United States, Takoma Park.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic?
  - **A:** The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic is organized by Rhizome DC.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Rhizome DC's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Rhizome DC a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Rhizome DC has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Takoma Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Critical Musician: on thinking and writing like a music critic sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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