Ahh New Years Eve— I love a good renaissance. New Years Eve is my favorite holiday because I usually ring in the New Year with my close friends and family. While this year’s celebration was a bit different, I was still very excited to jump into 2021. Last year I made a long list of…… Read more »
Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers with Thelonious Monk
Lately, I’ve been spending my time revisiting albums that I enjoy. This past week, I’ve been listening to Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers with Thelonious Monk. Thelonious Monk is my favorite jazz artist! When I first started playing jazz, I was most drawn to his music. His eclectic rhythms and dissonant harmonies sounded so interesting to me……. Read more »
First Thursdays: Sneak Peek at Tiny Dorm
As the October First Thursday festival approaches, I’ve taken a minute to reflect on the role of live music during these uncertain times. Though at times I miss the traditional live concert experience, events like the First Thursday festival have made me appreciate the creative and collaborative experiences born out of these parameters. Normally, Tiny…… Read more »
Spot the Swan
Missing museums? Me too! During this time, I’ve been browsing Google Arts & Culture’s virtual museum tours. While scrolling, I found a game highlighted on their homepage that intrigued me. The game is called Spot the Swan at the Rijksmuseum, and the description reads, “Become an art-detective and scour the halls of Amsterdam’s famous museum…… Read more »
Concerts From Your Couch
For years, I’ve been a fan of NPR Music’s approach to music journalism. From Tiny Desk Concerts to All Songs Considered, NPR Music creates interesting content that features artists from a wide range of genres, popularity, and audiences. With that said, my Student Pick is NPR’s List of Virtual Concerts. This is a comprehensive list…… Read more »
Latin Jazz at the BCT
Ya like jazz? Whether you are an avid jazz fan or someone who has never listened to jazz, Jazz @ the BCT ft. the Latin Jazz Ensemble is a concert you must see! In his opening address to the 1964 Berlin Jazz Festival, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke on the importance of jazz and…… Read more »