When asked to picture a singer performing with a saxophone player, chances are an image of some smoky old jazz club will come to mind. However, for a group of UCLA music professors, that image is only one of many styles that can come from combining sax with voice. From opera to cabaret, the chamber group unites classical and jazz saxophonists, vocalists, pianists and other players in a concert showing just how versatile voice and sax pairings can be.
Category Archives: Music
Concert to raise awareness for conflict in Congo
It’s where music with a message collides with the power of education ““ the fourth annual Mighty Mic benefit concert will be held tonight at 7 p.m. in Ackerman Grand Ballroom.
Soundbite:”Congratulations” MGMT Columbia Records
“Congratulations” opens with surf guitar and rolling drums, the sound of which is, quite frankly, a little annoying.
Classical ensemble makes its way to L.A.
Formed about two decades ago, the Gould Piano Trio has objectively established a name for itself as one of the premier chamber ensembles in the world, and tonight they plan to bring their talent to the stage of Schoenberg Hall.
Fest offers taste of foreign
Showcasing global arts and culture, this year’s annual WorldFest promises to be a passport to foreign flavors, flair and fun.
Concert Review: Owl City
There was a G-rated air looming around Club Nokia on Friday night as Owl City took the stage.
American Youth Symphony performing at Royce Hall
Incorporating young talent from all over Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, the American Youth Symphony aims to provide pre-professional musicians with the skills they need to earn places in top orchestras.