“Shell Shaker” to premiere at Ӱ̳ College
Ӱ̳ College presents the East Coast premiere of the opera “Loksi’ Shaali’ (Shell Shaker),” the first opera composed by a Chickasaw in their native language.
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Ӱ̳ College presents the East Coast premiere of the opera “Loksi’ Shaali’ (Shell Shaker),” the first opera composed by a Chickasaw in their native language.
Ӱ̳’s Ben Geyer loves music for its role as a window into people’s mindsets; he’s also written a foundational textbook focusing on equitable music theory curriculum and implementation.
For Colin Britt, new faculty member at Ӱ̳ College, choral music is a calling, both professionally and even physically.
The latest production in Ӱ̳’s African opera series will debut on campus in April.
David Sanford, professor, composer and performer, has been elected to America’s premier academy in recognition of his artistic achievements.
Ӱ̳ College’s David Sanford, professor of music, was recently honored by the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
Taking piano lessons virtually isn’t ideal but it’s pretty close, says the music department’s Mark Gionfriddo and Susan Wang ’23, of Ӱ̳ College.
Ӱ̳’s event Crafting a Life in the Arts shows students that the COVID-19 pandemic shouldn’t deter a sustaining life in the arts.
Classes from Ӱ̳ and the Five College West African Music Ensemble joyfully performed together, featuring drums, dance and music.
Ӱ̳’s Michael Ofori has teamed with director of the Five College West African Music Ensemble and guest artists to sing, dance, drum and perform.