Veterans Memorial Auditorium

Death Cab for Cutie with The Magik*Magik Orchestra

Tara Edwards — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:37:13 +0000

Presetned by WBRU and Heartbreak LLC

The one-of-a-kind spring trek of intimate venues and historic theaters will see Death Cab For Cutie accompanied on stage by members of San Francisco’s celebrated Magik*Magik Orchestra. The orchestral group previously teamed with Death Cab for Cutie for their recent installment of VH1 Storytellers as well as doing all of the string arrangements on the band’s most current release Codes and Keys.

Human Nature The Motown Show

Tara Edwards — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:39:34 +0000

Presented by Smokey Robinson

The chart-topping male quartet is embarking on its first U.S. tour this spring. “Human Nature: The Motown Show presented by Smokey Robinson” is a spectacular evening of entertainment, featuring Motown hits that leave audiences young and old dancing in the aisles and cheering for more. Paying tribute to the Motown sound, Human Nature’s distinctive versions of these ever-popular favorites represent everything audiences love about the songs, performed and arranged by four supremely talented young men who sing and dance their way through the Motown hit list.

Beethoven’s 9th: A Joyful Tribute to President Ruth J. Simmons

Tara Edwards — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:14:45 +0000

The Brown University Chorus and Orchestra join together with the Providence College Festival Chorus to perform Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. This event is a farewell tribute to Brown University President Ruth J. Simmons. Professor David Josephson will give a pre-concert lecture at 7 p.m. Other works by Verdi, Brahms and Bruckner will be performed.

For more information: brown.edu/music

A limited number of premium seats will be sold at $100 to benefit Community MusicWorks and include a post-concert champagne reception with President Simmons.

ACDA Presents: Insalata I Fagiolini

Tara Edwards — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:14:50 +0000

In the first half, Monteverdi’s most powerful miniatures for the virtuoso court at Mantua, followed by Poulenc’s sensual ‘Sept Chansons’ which he wrote after working on music of the Italian master. An actual ‘ensalada’, a staged and Monty Pythonesque drama from the court of Valencia leads to Berio’s take on 16th century street cries written for The Kings Singers and some lighter works to close. I Fagiolini is a 2011 Gramophone Award Winner in Early Music and the only early music ensemble ever to be awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Ensemble Prize.

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ACDA Presents: Requiem- Giuseppe Verdi

Tara Edwards — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:50:02 +0000

ACDA Eastern Division Conference

Limited seats available for the performance of this grand masterwork, with full orchestra, chorus and soloists and directed by nationally known conductor Ann Howard Jones. Part of the American Choral Directors Conference.
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FirstWorks Presents: Bobby McFerrin

Tara Edwards — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 19:52:53 +0000

With a four-octave range and vast array of vocal techniques, McFerrin is not a mere singer; he is music’s last true Renaissance man, a vocal explorer who combines jazz, folk and a multitude of world music influences. As one of the foremost guardians of music’s rich heritage, he remains at the vanguard with his natural, beautiful and timeless music that transcends all borders and embraces all cultures.

“McFerrin’s ground-zero signature is pure enthusiasm…his infectious smile challenging the audience to enjoy the performance as much as he does. Simply listen and be moved.” —The New York Times

Kenny G: Holiday Show

Tara Edwards — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:36:14 +0000

Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premiere artist in contemporary jazz. Since the early ‘80s, his combination of unparalleled instrumental chops and indelible melodies has resulted in sales of more than 75 million records worldwide. His well loved standards are highlighted by moving and spirited holiday tunes.

A 100th Birthday Celebration for Mahalia Jackson

Tara Edwards — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:16:07 +0000

Mixed Magic Theatre Celebrates the 100^th Birthday of

Mahalia Jackson

“The World’s Greatest Gospel Singer “

Honorary Co-Chairs Academy Award Nominees Richard Jenkins & Viola Davis

Academy Award nominee Richard Jenkins will host Mixed Magic Theater’s celebration of the 100^th Birthday of legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. The evening will feature a performance by Broadway actor and singer Horace V. Rogers from The Lion King, Rent and The Color Purple and scenes from Jonathan Pitts-Wiley’s “When Mahalia Sings” which played to standing room only audiences last winter.

Festival Ballet Presents Together We Dance

Tara Edwards — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:40:36 +0000

Gala Benefit Performance

Festival Ballet Providence is presenting “Together we Dance” an All-Star Benefit Gala performance featuring special guest artists from: American Ballet Theater, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, Hubbard Street 2, Lithuanian National Ballet, and New York City Ballet. One evening, one night only, endless talent…..Together we Dance!

Jim Brickman: A Christmas Celebration

Tara Edwards — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:26:29 +0000

This holiday season, two-time Grammy-nominated, platinum selling artist, Jim Brickman, is creating a musical celebration for audiences seeking an escape from the hectic demands of the holiday season! In a spectacular concert, Jim and his very special guests present an evening of dazzling solo piano and vibrant vocals, plus plenty of warmth and humor. Jim weaves together new and old traditional holiday favorites, plus all his hits!

Special Guests: Ben Utecht, Anne Cochran, and Tracy Silverman