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Explore the History of Jazz and Celebrate
the Lunar New Year
Here is a sampling of some events for this week and how to tune in. Note that events are likely to change after publication.
Monday
Explore the history of jazz in Washington with the musician, broadcaster and historian Ken Avis, as he discusses what made the city a capital and how the music has changed through the year. This event, presented by the Smithsonian Associates, costs $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Registration closes two hours before the event.
When: 6：45 p．m.
Where: smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing
Tuesday
Celebrate the Lunar New Year's unique food traditions in a talk from the Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. Jan Stuart, the Melvin R. Seiden organiser of Chinese art, will present works from the museum's collection, and Lydia Chang of the Peter Chang restaurant empire, will share stories about her family's celebratory dishes. This event is free, and attendance is capped at 500.
When: 6 p．m.
Where: asia.si.edu/lunarnewyearcelebration
Wednesday
Join Ensemble NYC an evening of love songs. Featuring wellknown artists, the event will include pieces like Gioachino Rossini's “Una voce poco fa” and Mozart's “La ci darem la mano”. A part of the money will be donated to West Side Campaign Against Hunger. Tickets are needbased and can be purchased for as little as $10.
When: 7：30 p．m.
Where: musae.me/ensemblenyc/experience
Thursday
Dance with your little ones while listening to a special Valentin's Day concert from the Laurie Berkner Band. In a live performance, Ms Berkner, a children's recording artist, will play familyfriendly songs, dance with animations and even introduce special guests. Tickets are $20, and give viewers access to both the 2 p．m. and 5 p．m. shows.
When: 2 p．m. or 5 p．m.
Where: live.laurieberkner.com
【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文章以广告的形式介绍了从星期一到星期四探索爵士乐的历史，庆祝农历新年的活动项目，包括内容、票价、时间和地点等。
1. How much will you pay for the jazz event if you are not a member?
A. $10. B. $20. C. $25. D. $30.
D 细节理解题。根据Monday部分中的“This event, presented by the Smithsonian Associates, costs $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers.”可知，如果你不是会员，你要为爵士乐活动付30美元。故选D。
2. Where can you learn about Chinese artworks?
A. live.laurieberkner.com.
B. smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing.
C. asia.si.edu/lunarnewyearcelebration.
D. musae.me/ensemblenyc/experience.
C 细节理解题。根据Tuesday部分中的“Jan Stuart, the Melvin R. Seiden organiser of Chinese art, will present works from the museum's collection”和“Where: asia.si.edu/lunarnewyearcelebration”可知，在该网站你可以了解中国艺术品。故选C。
3. When is probably the best time for a family attendance?
A. On Monday. B. On Tuesday.
C. On Wednesday D. On Thursday.
D 细节理解题。根据Thursday部分中的“Dance with your little ones ... special guests.”可知，星期四可以和孩子一起跳舞，听适合家庭的歌曲，说明星期四是全家参加的最佳时间。故选D。
