American Modern Ensemble will begin at 8 p.m. in the Bright Box Theater. New York-based American Modern Ensemble, hailed for their inventive and provocative programming, performs an evening of new works by some of today’s leading composers, including Shenandoah’s own Jonathan Newman. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for senior citizens and $5 for non-SU students. Purchase tickets at the Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre box office; call 540/665-4569 or go to www.conservatoryperforms.org.