Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
30

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
28

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
26

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
25

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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The EcoVoice Project- Missa Laudato Si (world premiere)
Mar
15

The EcoVoice Project- Missa Laudato Si (world premiere)

Missa Laudato Si’ is a new work written by Dongryul Lee in the spirit of Pope Francis’s 2015 encyclical, Laudato Si’, which calls on humanity to urgently address the climate crisis. In the form of a Mass, Missa Laudato Si’ contemplates climate change and caring for the earth by intertwining the Latin Mass text with prayers, poems, and texts about contaminated soil and water, and all the threatened creatures living under the climate and plastic crises, including “the tragic effects of environmental degradation on the lives of the world’s poorest.”

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
8

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
7

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
2

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Mar
1

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Feb
27

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Feb
25

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin's joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye's writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Feb
24

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music, including classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. The program opens with a riveting movement by 19th-century pianist, composer, singer, and conductor Teresa Carreño. Additional concepts of American music are explored in Derrick Skye’s multifaceted and optimistic American Mirror, Part One; renowned violinist-composer Curtis Stewart’s Drill, whose work for prepared drumset and strings is his “summer music,” “hunter’s call,” and “field recording”; the Overture from Treemonisha, written by foundational ragtime composer Scott Joplin and newly arranged by Jannina Norpoth; and an imaginative nod to Joplin by celebrated film composer, educator, and advocate Levi Taylor that is meant to embody the bold, ambitious, and authentic expression in Joplin’s music. The American Form/s tour will also include a string orchestra arrangement of Juantio Becenti’s Hané for String Quartet and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Novelletten for strings.

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Sphinx Virtuosi
Feb
22

Sphinx Virtuosi

Experience the groundbreaking artistry of Sphinx Virtuosi, an extension of Detroit’s own globally renowned Sphinx Organization, committed to amplifying Black and Latino voices in classical music. The self-conducted chamber orchestra delivers a pioneering evening titled American Form/s: a musical tapestry spotlighting the many sounds of American classical music and composers of color. Vibrant, varied, and storied, take a journey through classically framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag.

Works range from a reimagining of Scott Joplin’s joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart, the brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño, and the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye. With modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals, this is a celebration of the American musical landscape.

The featured soloist is new percussion star Josh Jones: former Detroit Symphony Orchestra fellow and Grant Park Festival Orchestra Principal Percussionist.

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"Echoes from the Archives: Celebrating Composers from the Center for Black Music Research"
Feb
13

"Echoes from the Archives: Celebrating Composers from the Center for Black Music Research"

Dive into compositions by five composers whose archives consisting of sheet music, photos, letters, and more reside in the Center for Black Music Research. The goal of this concert, and possible future collaborations with the Center for Black Music Research (CBMR), is to educate and inspire audiences through the works and stories of Black composers whose legacies are preserved within the CBMR's archives. Many of these composers remain largely unknown, even to musicians who could greatly benefit from their works and stories. By performing these compositions, sharing their narratives, and celebrating their achievements, I hope to ensure their continued recognition and performance for future generations. Additionally, I aim to highlight the invaluable presence of the CBMR within the city of Chicago and raise awareness of this hidden gem.

Musicians:

Caitlin Edwards, Violin

Khelsey Zarraga, Violin 

Josef Fischer, Viola 

Tahirah Whittington, Cello   

Daniel Schlosberg, Piano 

Repertoire:

Memories for Violin, Cello, and Piano- Lettie Beckon Alston (1953-2014)

Energico

Currents for string quartet- Talib Rasul Hakim (1940-1988)
Excursion for Piano trio- Zenobia Powell-Perry (1908-2004)

Lyric for Strings-  George Walker (1922-2018)

Modes for String Quartet- Dorothy Rudd Moore (1940-2022)


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D-Composed & Plínio Fernandes for TUCCA
Nov
20

D-Composed & Plínio Fernandes for TUCCA

D-Composed is a Chicago-based Black chamber music collective that celebrates Black culture and creativity through music by Black composers. As a focus of making classical music experiences accessible, we collaborate for diversity in our cultural environment.

For the first time in Brazil, he will appear as the young Brazilian violonist Plínio Fernandes, based in London and who is building a successful career – he was the winner as a Revealed Artist at the Brazilian Music Award in 2023. His recent albums released by DECCA show pieces by Bach, Villa-Lobos, Tom Jobim and Milton Nascimento.

At the concert, which will be the day of Black Consciousness, Plínio will perform a task specially entrusted for the occasion of the New York-based violinist, João Luiz.

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ROBESOИ: An Electro-Gospel Acid Trip
Oct
1

ROBESOИ: An Electro-Gospel Acid Trip

In ROBESOИ, Davóne Tines reimagines Paul Robeson’s musical repertoire as the soundtrack to a fever dream in a Moscow hotel room. In order to take on this expansive psychological and aesthetic space, Tines created a band called The Truth alongside bassist and sound artist Khari Lucas and pianist John Bitoy. The score is comprised exclusively of songs Robeson sang — across gospel, classical, Broadway, and folk music — but in new arrangements and interpretations that shape-shift and time-travel through styles and genres to fully explore the material’s connection to Tines’ own work and our time. The piece is conceived and staged by Zack Winokur and will be released as an album by Nonesuch Records.

Tines is joined by D-Composed, a Chicago-based creative incubator which acts as a bridge between the past and present to the future of representation, music-centered experiences, and the communal power of Black composers and their impact. Merging the worlds of contemporary music and classical, the ensemble also has collaborated with Jamila Woods during her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and with hip-hop artist Chance the Rapper.

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Miguel Espinoza Fusion
Sep
29

Miguel Espinoza Fusion

Miguel Espinoza Fusion, the collective beating heart of world-class musicians Miguel Espinoza (guitar), Dianne Betkowski (cello), David Hinojosa (percussion), and Randy Hoepker (bass), invites the listener into a rich and colorful symposium of musical traditions. Firm roots in flamenco, classical, and jazz are woven through with North African rhythms, Celtic whimsy, and Brazilian expressions for a sound that is transformative, vibrant, and deeply emotive. Their fourth album, Gabriella (2023), features the collaborative efforts of two-time Grammy winner Howard Levy, as well as fellow two-time Grammy winner David Balakrishnan, of the Turtle Island Quartet. Their third album, Living in a Daydream (2022), again features extensive collaborations with Howard Levy.

Miguel Espinoza Fusion’s Fulton Street Collective debut, with violinist extraordinaire and Chicago local, Caitlin Edwards! We are looking forward to sharing our original and stirring music with old and new audiences alike! Call for tickets - 773-852-2481

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Hyde Park Jazz Festival - avery r. young and D-Composed
Sep
28

Hyde Park Jazz Festival - avery r. young and D-Composed

AVERY YOUNG

Chicago Poet Laureate avery r. young is an interdisciplinary artist and teaching artist who has been an Arts and Public Life Artist-in-Residence at the University of Chicago, a 3Arts Awardee, and a Cave Canem fellow. In the foreword of his most recent book neckbone: visual verses (Northwestern University Press), Theaster Gates called him “one of our greatest living street poets” and “one of the most important thinkers on the Black experience.” Black Grooves referred to young’s most recent album tubman (FPE Records) as “brilliant” and “supremely funky.” young’s poems and essays have been published in Cecil McDonald's In The Company of Black, The BreakBeat Poets, The Golden Shovel Anthology: New Poems Honoring Gwendolyn Brooks, AIMPrint, and other anthologies. His album booker t. soltreyne: a race rekkid engages matters of race, gender, and sexuality in America during the Obama Era. young’s work in performance, visual text, and sound design has been featured in several exhibitions and theater festivals–notably The Hip Hop Theatre Festival, The Museum of Contemporary Art, and the American Jazz Museum. He is the featured vocalist on flutist Nicole Mitchell’s Mandorla Awakening (FPE Records), one of the directors of The Floating Museum, and a co-mentor for Rebirth Youth Poetry Ensemble. He performs with his band, de deacon board.

D-COMPOSED

D-Composed is a Chicago-based Black chamber music collective that celebrates Black culture and creativity through the music of Black composers.

We aim to make classical music experiences inclusive and reflective of the Black experience by intentionally creating experiences that meet our community where they are.

D–COMPOSED /DEE-KUHM-POHZD/ – ADVERB - Our creative process involves breaking down preconceived notions, barriers, and opinions of what people think classical music should be to re-writing our narrative to reflect what the classical world could be.

Centenary Anniversary of James Baldwin’s Birth (born August 2, 1924)

This program is a special collaboration with Hyde Park Art Center to honor the 100th anniversary of author James Baldwin’s birth. Baldwin was deeply connected to jazz and Black music. This anniversary is concurrent with Hyde Park Art Center’s exhibition by Chicago artist, Robert Earl Paige titled “The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige”.

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Not Death But Dissipation
Sep
27

Not Death But Dissipation

NOT DEATH BUT DISSIPATION is a new project from Deidre Huckabay, who is romantically in love with time. All love assures one is vulnerable to loss. In these new tunes, we begin to grieve time in advance.

The ensemble will include Caitlin Edwards, Hunter Diamond, Lia Kohl, Ben Melsky, and Sam Scranton. There will be an opening performance from Corey Smith.

$15 / $10 w/ Student ID - Tickets Available at the Door


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Englewood Jazz Festival - Paul Robeson: Man of the People
Sep
21

Englewood Jazz Festival - Paul Robeson: Man of the People

Paul Robeson: Man of the People is a new jazz poetry opera chronicling the life, artistic legacy, and activism of the most important and iconic figure of the twentieth century. This live, multimedia presentation explores the life, creative ethos, and inclusive social vision of concert artist, stage and film actor, athlete, and activist, Paul Robeson. Educator and civil rights leader Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune referred to Mr. Robeson as “the tallest tree in our forest.”

Co-created by librettist Lasana D. Kazembe and composer Ernest Dawkins, Paul Robeson: Man of the People will have its Chicago premiere on Friday, June 7, 2024, from 6-7:30 pm at Hamilton Park District, 513 W 72nd St, Chicago. Admission is free, with no reservation or ticket required. This will be the work’s second performance, after an earlier performance in Indianapolis on May 31, 2024.

The production serves to introduce contemporary audiences to the art, creative legacy, and social justice activism of Mr. Robeson via creative interpretation and artistic engagement with his musicianship, stagecraft, intellectual spirit, writings, political speeches, and his tireless global activism. Mr. Robeson’s epic life story is rendered in a multimedia stage production that features original poetry, operatic storysong, a jazz/blues-infused original score, dramatic narration, video animation, and live visual art.

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Solo Performance & Conversation
Sep
19

Solo Performance & Conversation

Join us Thursday, Sept. 19 at The Stony Island Arts Bank for a special program with legendary violinist Caitlin Edwards (@violinistcaite).

After a special solo performance, Caitlin and pianist Sharon Udoh (@counterfeitmadison) will have a conversation about her rigorous training, her approach to collaboration, and Black classical music musicianship.

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Dal Niente + D-Composed Joint Performance
Sep
12

Dal Niente + D-Composed Joint Performance

Dal Niente teams up with Chicago-based Black chamber music collective, D-Composed, for a free evening of music at the Beverly Arts Center. This is the fourth in a series of shared programs between Dal Niente and other respected Chicago artists, supported by a DCASE Chicago Artists Recovery Program Grant. This will be the first appearance by all of these artists at the Beverly Arts Center, a multifaceted not-for-profit arts organization showcasing dance, visual arts, music, film and theater on Chicago's South Side.

Set I: Ensemble Dal Niente

Roscoe Mitchell, Cards (2021) for oboe, bassoon, viola, cello, piano

Tania Leon, Mosaicos (2022) for bassoon and piano

Jessie Cox, At[ou]M (2021) for solo oboe

Roscoe Mitchell, Cards (2021) for viola, cello

Set II: D-Composed

Works to be announced

Dal Niente Performers:

Andrew Nogal, Oboe

Ben Roidl-Ward, Bassoon

Ammie Brod, Viola

Juan Horie, Cello

Winston Choi, Piano

D-Composed Performers:

Caitlin Edwards, Violin

Khelsey Zarraga, Violin

Wilfred Farquharson, Viola

Tahirah Whittington, Cello

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Freedom From Freedom To
Sep
6
to Sep 7

Freedom From Freedom To

Freedom From and Freedom To events are improvisational performance environments which interrogate movement and sound. We use an ensemble of movers and sound-makers that are remarkably diverse in their crafts and backgrounds. Freedom From and Freedom To integrates relationality by engaging audience participation. The audience is invited to randomly draw a combination of artists who will perform together. Some of the participants have never engaged with each other before, which creates a challenging and often rewarding opportunity for world-making.

Dancers:

  1. Aaliyah Christina

  2. Ed Clemons

  3. Irene Hsiao

  4. Shalaka Kulkarni

  5. Amanda Maraist  

  6. Chrissy Martin

  7. Wannapa P. Eubanks 

  8. Rin Peisert 

  9. Cristal Sabbagh 

  10. Sara Zalek

Musicians:

  1. Angel Bat Dawid

  2. Johanna Brock 

  3. Paige Brown 

  4. Caitlin Edwards 

  5. Bill Harris

  6. Ben LaMar Gay

  7. Julian Otis 

  8. Sam Scranton 

  9. Daniel Wyche 

  10. Sharon Udoh

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