Category: Music

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...

David Finckel in a black suit and Wu Han with long black hair and red lipstick, both dressed in white shirts, stand side by side against a dark background, facing forward.

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...

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...

A lively crowd at a concert with vibrant stage lights, overlaid by a white banner featuring bold black text reading 61st GRAMMY AWARDS, highlights the excitement of the Grammy Awards 2019.

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....

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 | 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...

A man holding a cello, David Finckel, and a woman with dark hair, Wu Han, both looking at the camera, are seated in front of a blurred blue-toned background.

David Finckel and Wu Han Program Notes

PROGRAM: Grieg and Chopin: Romantic Genius As with many of history’s greatest composers, both Edvard Grieg and Frédéric Chopin were also incredibly talented and accomplished pianists. A native of Norway, Grieg is widely considered one of the world’s foremost Romantic...

Four women in matching black outfits pose with string instruments and a saxophone under a lit-up bridge at night, with a city skyline and water in the background.

Flor de Toloache

Latin Grammy winner Flor de Toloache make New York City history as its’ First and Only All-Women Mariachi Group. Founded in 2008, Flor de Toloache is lead by singers Mireya I. Ramos & Shae Fiol. Reminiscent of the early days...

Three women sit closely together against a white background, all wearing floral-patterned dresses and looking directly at the camera with neutral expressions—a quiet moment reminiscent of a The Westerlies program sneak peek.

Folk supergroup I’m With Her to perform at Purdue Nov. 1

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The group I’m With Her will perform at Stewart Center’s Loeb Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1. This performance is presented by Purdue Convocations with support from Kevin and Janene Davis, the Student Concert Committee and...

Four smiling members of The Westerlies stand side by side, each holding a brass instrument—two trombones and two trumpets—against a light background. They wear smart-casual clothing, appearing relaxed as they offer a program sneak peek.

A sneak peek at The Westerlies program

Wherein Lies The Good - American Mavericks of the 20th Century The Westerlies trace the sound of the 20th Century through a variety of American musical traditions. From the art songs of Charles Ives, to the spirituals of the Golden...

Les Violons du Roy chamber orchestra performs on stage with a conductor at the center and musicians in a semicircle, illuminated under stage lights in a large, empty concert hall ahead of their upcoming performance.

The inspiration for Les Violons du Roy upcoming performance

This ensemble gives contemporary audiences their most authentic comparison to chamber music as initially heard by monarchs and their courtiers. Here, they are joined by acclaimed countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo—performing Handel arias and Glass songs in a collaboration Le Soleil...