Category: Music

7 Reasons to See Camille Thomas

By Kristen Day If you hear classical music and don't get excited, we're here to expand your horizons. There are a million reasons to see cellist, Camille Thomas at Purdue in October, but we'll just give you seven. Her program...

Meet the Artist: Camille Thomas

Inspiration & Motivation Q. Who or what inspired you to take up the cello, and pursue a career in music? A. When I was four, I told my mum I’d like to play an instrument. She played records for me...

Meet 4 of Cameron Graves’ Musical Influences

By Kristen Day Cameron Graves is hardly ordinary. You could easily say the same about his music! The "Planetary Prince" finds his roots within a blend of genres, composers, and artists. So if you want to give Graves a closer...

Cameron Graves – Planetary Prince

If Cameron Graves played electric guitar instead of piano, his debut solo album, Planetary Prince, would be a heavy-metal record. Graves’ playing style is most notable for its relentlessness, and his supporting musicians prove equal to his ferocity. Drummer Ronald Bruner...

5 Songs That’ll Make You Love Margo Price

By Kristen Day Whether you're a country die-hard, certified cowboy, or have only now ventured on the "Old Town Road", it's time you catch rising star, Margo Price. When she's not busy recording honest, stripped-down country tracks, Margo's performing on...
Black Violin on sofa

Black Violin’s Best Covers

It shouldn't be news that Wil B and Kev Marcus, the classically-trained duo who make up Black Violin, have transcended their classical roots. They have been revolutionizing the way we view violins and violas to keep classical music relevant for...

I’m voting for David Finckel and Wu Han for Couple of the Year

Valentine’s Day is behind us, but we should still take some time to gush over the cutest couple in classical music: David Finckel and Wu Han. Whether you’re part of a couple, or partying on your own, here are 7...
Stomp

Did you know? STOMP Edition

PERFORMANCE FACTS • STOMP has performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide. • STOMP’s New York City production will celebrate its 15th year at the Orpheum Theatre in February of 2009, which makes it one of the longest-running...

61st Grammy Awards this Sunday

The 61st Grammy Awards are this Sunday at 8PM EST! Below are nominees from the general categories and nominees that are Convocations alumni.  Album of the Year By The Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile "The Joke" video H.E.R....
Stefon Harris

Who is Stefon Harris?

Stefon Harris's passionate artistry and astonishing virtuosity have propelled him to the forefront of the jazz scene. Heralded as "one of the most important artists in jazz" (The Los Angeles Times), he has been named a recipient of the 2018...
Richard Goode

Richard Goode | Program Notes

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) Variations in F Minor (1793) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) March in C Major, K. 408 (1782) Allemande in C Minor, K. 399 (1782) Courante in E-Flat Major, K. 399 (1782) Menuet in D Major, K. 355...

Meet David Finckel and Wu Han

David Finckel and Wu Han are among the most esteemed and influential classical musicians in the world today. They are recipients of Musical America’s Musicians of the Year award, one of the highest honors granted by the music industry. The...