Tagged - music

New vocal jazz program at Eastman

Not a trace of the thunderous applause from just a moment earlier lingers in the air; instead, the crowd is hushed, breath caught in their chests for fear of breaking the spell.

Mustafa’s “Dunya,” about life with all its flaws

When I first saw the new release of “Dunya,” I could already tell it would echo his love for his culture through his music.

OSSIA: A contemporary take on a classical stage

It was the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 2, and little did I know I was about to bear witness to a demonstration of chaotic beauty unlike any I had seen before.

Rochester Producers & Musicians hosts introductory GarageBand workshop

On Oct. 4, Rochester Producers & Musicians (RPM) hosted a workshop for students interested in learning to use GarageBand, Apple’s free digital audio workstation.

“143” review: Katy Perry needs a wellness check

I wish I could say I respect Perry for trying, but her total lack of respect for music, her fans, and herself makes it impossible for me to do so.

Leslie Odom Jr.’s wonderful performance

Dressed in a sharp all black outfit, Leslie Odom Jr. performed under Eastman’s glistening chandelier on Friday evening.

COIN’s “I’m Not Afraid Of Music Anymore” immerses listeners into their stories

As someone who wouldn’t consider themselves a typical COIN fan, I think most of the album is wonderfully done.

Remembering Leonard Cohen

"Hallelujah" is perhaps one of his most intimate and raw songs, filled with ambiguity to examine the complicated nature of love and the paradoxical character of human emotions through lyrical analogies.

Dave Grohl has a John Snow

Grohl ended his short announcement by focusing on all of the children involved and expressing hope for the future.

Revisiting a masterpiece: The aching nostalgia of ‘Transatlanticism’

It’s been two years since I first gave that album a full listen, and that crow is now tattooed on my chest.