Musicians Launch “Dear American Orchestras” Campaign
As Routes concludes its indepth series covering the many concert offerings of the Gateways Music Festival this year, we find ourselves part of a movement... Read More
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February 25: Paul Robeson
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Cultural Icon and Activist A Daily Journey Through Black History Month Story Paul Robeson was a true Renaissance man whose multifaceted talents and deep commitment... Read More
February 23: Marian Anderson
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The Voice of the Movement Story Marian Anderson, a world-renowned contralto, was a trailblazer who shattered racial barriers... Read More
Part 3. – Miles Davis and the Evolution of Jazz Fusion from Classical Roots
Jazz has always been a dynamic art form, evolving and reshaping itself with each passing decade. Among the countless innovators who redefined the genre, Miles... Read More
Part 2. — How the Modern Jazz Quartet Blended Jazz and Classical Music to Create Something Timeless
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Let’s face it — when most people think of jazz, they picture smoky clubs, wild improvisation, and the kind of energy that feels almost chaotic.... Read More
Introducing the Series: Jazz at the Crossroads of Innovation
Jazz has never been a static art form. From its roots in New Orleans to the electric experimentation of the 1970s, it has thrived on... Read More
Natalie Lewis performing at the Bayerische Staatsoper
Last evening, I was pleasantly surprised to see Natalie Lewis, mezzo-soprano perform in the role of Alisa in Gaetano Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor at the... Read More
Celebrating Jessye Norman: A Luminary in Opera
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Jessye Norman, an extraordinary American opera singer and recitalist whose commanding presence and exceptional vocal talent captivated audiences around... Read More