(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…
This year’s Orchestral Masterworks concert features Giuseppe Verdi’s dramatic exploration of fate, the Overture to La forza del destino (1862). Violinist Jaewon Wee will perform Polish virtuoso Henri Wieniawski’s dazzling Romantic showpiece, his Violin Concerto No. 2 (1862), and the orchestra will present Charles Ives’s Symphony No. 2 (1897-1902), which reshapes both American popular and European…
(Funded by the Ermanno Comparetti Concert Fund) This program is a celebration of contemporary music that interlaces traditional Asian instruments with Western classical string instruments and presents an anthology of fantasies of Asian folktales, art, and traditions.
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/
Presented by the Departments of Music and Performance, Theater, and Dance at Colby College! Step beyond the theater and into the heart of the Broadway Boîte, an immersive haven where Broadway’s greatest hits come to life. This is no ordinary show; it’s a journey through music, drama, and decadence. As the lights dim, feel the power…