July 14, 2020
Convos Cultural Update / Episode 13
Welcome to Episode 13 of the Convos Cultural Update! This week, senior associate director Mike Armintrout sits down with vibraphonist, Grammy nominee, and educator Stefon Harris to discuss Duke Ellington, the importance of empathy in music, and more. https://youtu.be/ni1m0U4mANo http://stefonharris.com
July 6, 2020
Convos Cultural Update / Episode 12
Welcome to episode 12 of the Convos Cultural Update! Join our executive director Todd Wetzel as he sits down with Afro Latin jazz musician, Grammy winner, and Convos alum Arturo O'Farrill for a virtual chat. https://youtu.be/Dq5dJL-xGI4 http://afrolatinjazz.org http://www.arturoofarrill.com/
July 6, 2020
Delivering Innovation / Learning
Being persistent in the pursuit of innovation is the cornerstone of Convocations. We're constantly looking for the next great artist and performance to present to the Purdue community. However, Convocations wouldn't be able to succeed without the future-focused and expert...
June 24, 2020
Delivering Innovation / Discovery
Being persistent in the pursuit of innovation is the cornerstone of Convocations. We're constantly looking for the next great artist and performance to present to the Purdue community. However, Convocations wouldn't be able to succeed without the future-focused and expert campus...
June 22, 2020
Convos Cultural Update / Episode 11
Join our executive director Todd Wetzel as he virtually chats with jazz musician, Juilliard alumni and current faculty member, and Convos alum Ulysses Owens Jr., and discuss his family's non-profit organization Don't Miss a Beat, the importance of percussion in...
June 19, 2020
Friends Friday: Dick + Betty Nelson
Welcome to Friends Friday! While we are all trying to “flatten the curve” we wanted to highlight different Friends of Convos. In case you’re not aware, Friends of Convos is an influential group of arts supporters who bring world-class performances...
June 11, 2020
Convos Cultural Update / Episode 10
We're back with Episode 10 of the Convos Cultural Update! This week, senior associate director Mike Armintrout virtually sits down with Convos alum Gabriel Royal to discuss COVID-19's effect on musicians, online learning, and reconnecting with old friends. https://youtu.be/PQAVwJcC8PA gabrielroyalofficial.com...
