In conjunction with The Hyde Collection’s exhibition Degas & Music, the Museum is hosting its 7^th Annual A Taste of Art … A Wine and Food Experience on Friday, September 18 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. In keeping with French Impressionist Edgar Degas’ lifelong interest in all things musical, the wine tasting décor will evoke the feeling of a 19^th century ‘café concert’ - a popular form of musical entertainment of the period featured in the exhibition. The evening offerings include a combination of various wines, complementary foods, and lively entertainment.

Tickets for ‘A Taste of Art’ are $75 per person. Reservations are required and accepted on a first-come, first served basis. Those interested in attending should call 518-792-1761 ext. 23 or email bchildress@hydecollection.org. A special master class is open to Connoisseur Committee members (those contributing an additional $250 to the event). This year’s master class will focus on the wines which would have been familiar to Edgar Degas and his contemporaries. Because of the limited master class space, those wishing to join the Connoisseur Committee should contact the Museum at their earliest convenience.

All proceeds from the wine tasting event will benefit The Hyde Collection’s exhibitions and educational programs through the Museum’s Annual Fund.

This event is sponsored by JMZ Architects and Planners, P.C.; Sandy Hill Foundation; Edward Jones Investments – Carl Cedrone; AAMS; The L.A. Group, P.C.; North Country Sports Medicine, PLLC; Lisa Ostrander, Associate Broker RealtyUSA; Grasshopper Gardens, Inc.; Mahoney Alarms; and Meyers and Meyers. The media sponsor is The Chronicle.