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January 23, 2007

The Brass Quintet through the Ages

The Brass Quintet Through the Ages

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Join us January 30, 7 p.m., on the mezzanine at Lawson McGhee Library for a special concert/lecture featuring music from the Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Classical and 20th century periods. Led by Dr. Cathy Leach and performed by UT's Brasswind Quartet, the program will include information on specific composers, musical styles, and techniques used to play brass instruments. Please call 215-8729 for more information.

Posted by Connie Steigenga at 08:00 AM

January 22, 2007

Upcoming Recitals

January 22-31 2007

Graduate Recital
Monday, Jan. 22 at 8:00 pm
Laura Borchert, conducting;
Robbie Poteete, conducting;
Music Hall.

Ensemble Concert
Friday, Jan. 26 at 8:00 pm
Wind Ensemble;
James R. Cox Auditorium.

Guest Recital & Masterclass
Saturday, Jan. 27 at 7:00 pm
James Ryon, oboe; Jan Grimes, piano;
Concert is at 7:00pm immediately followed by a masterclass;
Music Hall.

Guest Recital
Sunday, Jan. 28 at 6:00 pm
Michelle Huang, piano;
Music Hall.

Faculty & Guest Recital
Sunday, Jan. 28 at 8:00 pm
UT Professor Emeritus, Bill Scarlett, saxophone; Bill Grimes, string bass; UT Jazz Faculty including: Rusty Holloway, bass; Mark Boling, guitar; & Keith Brown, drums;
Music Hall.

Contact the School of Music at 865-974-3241 for more information.

Posted by Connie Steigenga at 01:55 PM

January 10, 2007

Organ Dedication

organ.jpgOrgan Dedication
Sunday, Jan. 21 at 4:00 pm
Prof. John Brock will play a recital to
dedicate UT's brand new organ;
James R. Cox Auditorium.

Contact the School of Music at 865-974-3241 for more information.

Posted by Connie Steigenga at 07:45 AM

January 08, 2007

The Violin: A Research and Information Guide

violinguide.jpgKatz, Mark. The Violin: A Research and Information Guide.
     New York: Routledge, 2006.

Ref. ML128.V4 K38 2006

An annotated bibliography discussing reference and general studies, acoustics and construction, playing and performance practice, violin music, performers, violinist-composers, and violin teachers. Each section of this book is divided into multiple sub-sections and entries are arranged chronologically. The citations contain publication information including author, title, edition, date, number of pages and a short annotation about the item.

Posted by Connie Steigenga at 07:45 AM

January 07, 2007

FolkLib Index : A Library of Folk Music Links

folklib.gifHenkle, Douglas H. FolkLib Index : A Library of Folk Music Links.
     1995-2006. http://www.folklib.net/

Indexes web-based information related to the fields of folk music, bluegrass and old-time music, acoustic blues, fingerstyle acoustic guitarists, harp (the stringed kind) players, and a very special emphasis on everything to do with Wisconsin music and musicians.

Posted by Connie Steigenga at 07:45 AM

January 04, 2007

Live Metropolitan Opera performances onscreen at West Town Mall Regal Cinemas

opera.jpg"Experience the excitement of the Metropolitan Opera Saturday Matinees-LIVE in HD on the Big Screen! Six performances will be broadcast live straight from the stage of one of the world's greatest opera houses into select movie theatres equipped with high definition and surround sound. The performances in this historic series are one-day-only events and seating is limited. Don't miss the chance to enjoy thrilling world-class opera from the comfort of your neighborhood theatre. Tickets on sale now for 12/30 and 1/6 performances. Tickets $18 adult/$15 child."

http://www.bigscreenconcerts.com/subpage/index.asp?EventID=610&code=REGmovies&theatreCode=REG

Posted by Matt Jordan at 03:08 PM