By Ariana Cervantes On his recent album, Rauw Alejandro shows us that the party scene does not end here on Earth, it extends to the planet Saturno. From the outer space theme to the samples to the features, Rauw is giving us a glimpse to his creative side, a side we have never yet had… Continue reading Rauw Alejandro Sabe Que El Cielo No Es El Límite
Category: Reviews
Alex Swers’ Junior Recital
By April Lee In his junior recital on Saturday afternoon, March 4, in Kulas Recital Hall, clarinetist Alex Swers transmitted a positive energy from the moment he set foot on stage. The big smile on his face matched his enthralling interpretations. Every musical detail was intentional and executed with great command over his instrument. The… Continue reading Alex Swers’ Junior Recital
Review: Akron Symphony ‘Global Circus’
By Malcolm Bamba ‘One ticket for the Global Circus’ — a program which was brought to life by the Akron Symphony on Saturday, February 25th at E.J. Thomas Hall through the trapezing movements of a regional orchestra seeking to celebrate the musics of Syria, Afghanistan, Iran, and Brazil. ‘Come one, come all’ ASO music director… Continue reading Review: Akron Symphony ‘Global Circus’
Review: Claire O’Brocta’s TIMARA Recital of Terror and Triumph
By Reginald Goudeau It’s hard to predict what you will experience at an Oberlin TIMARA recital. Oberlin TIMARA recitals and the advertising for the one on February 24 gave no hints other than to say, “A senior recital presented by Claire O'Brocta.” Upon entering the Cat in the Cream, audience members heard Jigsaw, the antagonist… Continue reading Review: Claire O’Brocta’s TIMARA Recital of Terror and Triumph
Review: Oberlin Jazz Faculty Concert
By Max Newman Nothing brings out feelings of bliss quite like a performance of live jazz. These displays, when performed with exceptional proficiency, soothe the soul. For those who funneled into Finney Chapel on the evening of February 19, the Oberlin Jazz Faculty concert that they were about to witness would have this effect, and… Continue reading Review: Oberlin Jazz Faculty Concert
Review: SRO at Feb. 17 Jazz Forum
By Bry Woodard A sold out Cat in the Cream hosted the first Jazz Forum of the semester on February 17th at noon. Some audience members sat in chairs, some chose the floor, while others were forced to stand, packed in like sardines in anticipation of the show. With no introduction, Abel Cecchi (trombone), Colin… Continue reading Review: SRO at Feb. 17 Jazz Forum
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