Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street: 5–7pm Opening Reception Sports Illustrators Join us for the opening reception of Sports Illustrators and meet the curators! Sports Illustrators, curated by the Illustration Institute, explores the stories of sports and athletes through visual art. Sports are the source of popular lore, legend, tall tales and poignant histories…
Praised by the Washington Post as playing with “marvelous virtuosity,” Alturas Duo is recognized as one of the most engaging ensembles performing chamber music today. With its unusual combination of viola, charango, and guitar, Alturas Duo creates spirited and passionate programs. This concert will feature new music written especially for the duo by Leo Brouwer, Javier…
Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street: Waterville Creates is excited to host the spring 2025 Maine Art Education Association conference, April 4–6, in partnership with the Colby College Museum of Art and Colby Arts. A record number of art teachers will attend this year! The evening is open to the public to enjoy…
Waterville Creates, in partnership with the Colby College Museum of Art and Colby Arts, is thrilled to host the annual Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) spring conference! The conference is celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the arts, and will spotlight the vibrant art spaces and creative community in Waterville. Registration is open to all art…
The Colby Jazz Ensemble features works from throughout the history of jazz. The concert includes Dizzy Gillespie’s “Salt Peanuts,” which is an essential part of the jazz repertoire and is based on George Gershwin’s composition “I Got Rhythm” and Wes Montgomery’s “Cariba,” a catchy bossa nova tune arranged by Victor Lopez for big band. Reserve…
Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main St: COME CELEBRATE YOUTH ART MONTH! 4–7pm Opening Reception for Youth Art Month (grades K–5) Enjoy food, juice boxes, swag bags for youth artists, and more! Ticonic Gallery is delighted to partner with the Colby Arts Office at Greene Block + Studios (located at 18 Main Street) to…
(Funded by the Freda M. Charles Music Fund) Brendon Wilkins, Colby Director of Bands, leads his organ trio for an evening of swinging jazz, featuring music made famous by Stanley Turrentine, Shirley Scott, and Jimmy Smith. The Hammond B3 organ has been an integral part of the jazz tradition and is tied to the signature…
Join the students of master drummer, Jordan Benissan, for a dynamic African drumming performance. Immerse yourself in the energy of traditional rhythms complemented by singing and dancing, offering a deep dive into Africa’s rich cultural heritage. This event is a vibrant celebration of rhythm, culture, and community spirit. Reserve Free Tickets at arts.colby.edu/reserve-tickets/
Colby music instructor Jawad Al Fatlawi performs a solo oud recital that will include improvisation on musical scales, Iraqi-heritage and Andalusian songs, and a number of his original compositions. The performance will offer a deep vision of the human soul of emotion, sadness, love, and peace.
