Podcasts about concerts and performances

Under the direction of Steven Schick, Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring) explores profound human emotions through music. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40587]

Under the direction of Steven Schick, Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring) explores profound human emotions through music. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40587]

Let's celebrate the Universe – astoundingly beautiful and mind-boggling in scope. Space telescopes orbit Earth, turning their crisp optics to the stars of our Milky Way galaxy...and the hundreds of billions of galaxies beyond. Our minds cannot comprehend this vastness. Yet the beauty and diversity fill our hearts, as revealed by such stunning photos. For the music, we share Bach's immortal “Art of the Fugue” with organist Brian Hoffman. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40665]

Let's celebrate the Universe – astoundingly beautiful and mind-boggling in scope. Space telescopes orbit Earth, turning their crisp optics to the stars of our Milky Way galaxy...and the hundreds of billions of galaxies beyond. Our minds cannot comprehend this vastness. Yet the beauty and diversity fill our hearts, as revealed by such stunning photos. For the music, we share Bach's immortal “Art of the Fugue” with organist Brian Hoffman. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40665]

For Earth Day, we release the glorious Earth Harmony Sonata. It features Earth photography by astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who just returned from their extended stay on the ISS. Wilmore captures a mesmerizing flight path from equatorial Africa, over the Sahara and Middle East and on up to Armenia. Williams took over 10,000 photographs, with a sensitive and artistic eye. Here are 60 favorites, covering the world. The music is Bach's Trio Sonata #5 for organ, played by maestro Brian Hoffman. Celebrate Earth Day with this feast for eyes and ears. We live on a beautiful planet – please love and care for it. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40664]

For Earth Day, we release the glorious Earth Harmony Sonata. It features Earth photography by astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who just returned from their extended stay on the ISS. Wilmore captures a mesmerizing flight path from equatorial Africa, over the Sahara and Middle East and on up to Armenia. Williams took over 10,000 photographs, with a sensitive and artistic eye. Here are 60 favorites, covering the world. The music is Bach's Trio Sonata #5 for organ, played by maestro Brian Hoffman. Celebrate Earth Day with this feast for eyes and ears. We live on a beautiful planet – please love and care for it. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40664]

Working with award-winning educators Javier Montiel and Emi Bahena, students from the International Aerospace Academy made this delightful movie as part of our Earth Serenade series. The students are dancing as if in space, while celebrating five countries that sent astronauts to the International Space Station. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40663]

Working with award-winning educators Javier Montiel and Emi Bahena, students from the International Aerospace Academy made this delightful movie as part of our Earth Serenade series. The students are dancing as if in space, while celebrating five countries that sent astronauts to the International Space Station. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40663]

Inspiration4 was the first all-civilian mission to orbit Earth, resulting in these powerful photographs by Chris Sembroski who served as humanity's eyes. The video was captured by astronaut Matthew Dominick from the ISS during Expedition 72. Earth's images are set to music composed and performed by Hiroshi Ebina, a Japanese sound artist creating electronic/ambient music. Enjoy this orbital magic. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40661]

Inspiration4 was the first all-civilian mission to orbit Earth, resulting in these powerful photographs by Chris Sembroski who served as humanity's eyes. The video was captured by astronaut Matthew Dominick from the ISS during Expedition 72. Earth's images are set to music composed and performed by Hiroshi Ebina, a Japanese sound artist creating electronic/ambient music. Enjoy this orbital magic. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40661]

Join Sameer Patel for To the Stars, featuring Anton Webern's Passacaglia for Orchestra, and Johannes Brahms's Symphony No. 3. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39116]

Join Sameer Patel for To the Stars, featuring Anton Webern's Passacaglia for Orchestra, and Johannes Brahms's Symphony No. 3. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39116]

Under the direction of Steven Schick, La Jolla Symphony & Chorus explores profound human emotions through music. The program includes the world premiere of Nasim Khorassani's new commissioned work. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40586]

Under the direction of Steven Schick, La Jolla Symphony & Chorus explores profound human emotions through music. The program includes the world premiere of Nasim Khorassani's new commissioned work. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40586]

B Side Players is an American band formed in 1994. The band incorporates the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland. The band also drops a bit of Cumbia, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno and Jarocho into the mix. Described as War meets Lenny Kravitz by way of Ben Harper, the players have expanded their sound by playing with the likes of Harper, Ozomatli, The Wailers, James Brown, War and some of Cuba's best bands. They are signed to Jazz label Concord Music Group. Karlos "Solrak" Paez, the man behind the B-Side Players, grew up in a musical family. His father Ezequiel Paez is a trombone player and musical arranger who spent 17 years in Los Moonlights from Tijuana and 10 years in La Banda Del Recodo. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40244]

B Side Players is an American band formed in 1994. The band incorporates the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland. The band also drops a bit of Cumbia, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno and Jarocho into the mix. Described as War meets Lenny Kravitz by way of Ben Harper, the players have expanded their sound by playing with the likes of Harper, Ozomatli, The Wailers, James Brown, War and some of Cuba's best bands. They are signed to Jazz label Concord Music Group. Karlos "Solrak" Paez, the man behind the B-Side Players, grew up in a musical family. His father Ezequiel Paez is a trombone player and musical arranger who spent 17 years in Los Moonlights from Tijuana and 10 years in La Banda Del Recodo. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40244]

B Side Players is an American band formed in 1994. The band incorporates the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland. The band also drops a bit of Cumbia, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno and Jarocho into the mix. Described as War meets Lenny Kravitz by way of Ben Harper, the players have expanded their sound by playing with the likes of Harper, Ozomatli, The Wailers, James Brown, War and some of Cuba's best bands. They are signed to Jazz label Concord Music Group. Karlos "Solrak" Paez, the man behind the B-Side Players, grew up in a musical family. His father Ezequiel Paez is a trombone player and musical arranger who spent 17 years in Los Moonlights from Tijuana and 10 years in La Banda Del Recodo. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40244]

Composer Bruce Lazarus's Sanctuary is truly atmospheric and speaks to the marvels of space. Astronaut Jeannette Epps took these images of eastern Africa and the Indian Ocean aboard ISS 71 on May 18, 2024, capturing the diverse views of land and sea, jungles and deserts, lakes and rivers. Earth is a sanctuary for all of humanity, indeed all of life. A sanctuary planet we must revere and protect. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40515]

Composer Bruce Lazarus's Sanctuary is truly atmospheric and speaks to the marvels of space. Astronaut Jeannette Epps took these images of eastern Africa and the Indian Ocean aboard ISS 71 on May 18, 2024, capturing the diverse views of land and sea, jungles and deserts, lakes and rivers. Earth is a sanctuary for all of humanity, indeed all of life. A sanctuary planet we must revere and protect. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40515]

Under the direction of Arian Khaefi, "Holy Radiant Light" highlights Sergei Rachmaninoff's All-Night Vigil, a masterpiece of the a cappella repertoire. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39117]

Under the direction of Arian Khaefi, "Holy Radiant Light" highlights Sergei Rachmaninoff's All-Night Vigil, a masterpiece of the a cappella repertoire. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39117]

This flight path perfectly aligns with South America's Pacific Coast. The whole coast is dry, revealing a beautiful range of colors of the land below. Clouds tell the story, as the moist wind comes in over the Pacific, then the clouds dissipate as the air rises over the Andes Mountains, and clouds reform over the land beyond. Steve Thomas wonderful Guitarscapes, with soulful electric guitar enhanced with digital magic, provides the perfect mindset to gracefully watch the Earth below. The images were captured by astronaut Megan McArthur aboard ISS Expedition 66 on October 31, 2021. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40514]

This flight path perfectly aligns with South America's Pacific Coast. The whole coast is dry, revealing a beautiful range of colors of the land below. Clouds tell the story, as the moist wind comes in over the Pacific, then the clouds dissipate as the air rises over the Andes Mountains, and clouds reform over the land beyond. Steve Thomas wonderful Guitarscapes, with soulful electric guitar enhanced with digital magic, provides the perfect mindset to gracefully watch the Earth below. The images were captured by astronaut Megan McArthur aboard ISS Expedition 66 on October 31, 2021. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40514]

Led by Sameer Patel, Nexus features a symphonic and choral journey with Lili Boulanger's D'un matin de printemps. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39115]

Led by Sameer Patel, Nexus features a symphonic and choral journey with Lili Boulanger's D'un matin de printemps. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39115]

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown's music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program coordinator for Curated Storefront's Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School'. Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground Sessions. He is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio's downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass. He is currently working on his second album. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40259]

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown's music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program coordinator for Curated Storefront's Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School'. Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground Sessions. He is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio's downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass. He is currently working on his second album. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40259]

Enjoy the creativity of astronaut Don Pettit, currently on his 4th mission aboard the ISS, as he captures surreal photos of Earth. His long-duration exposures reveal tracks of urban night lights as the ISS passes over. The stars show their own curving pattern, and the aurora adds even more mystery. This magical dance is accompanied by the music of Chilean composer Mario Quiroga. He is a “musico-terapista” (musical therapist), who creates floating music with his digital synthesizers, designed to help soothe the soul. Here we feature his “Aurora Boreal” composition, like a musical magic carpet as we soar over these ethereal views. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40465]

Enjoy the creativity of astronaut Don Pettit, currently on his 4th mission aboard the ISS, as he captures surreal photos of Earth. His long-duration exposures reveal tracks of urban night lights as the ISS passes over. The stars show their own curving pattern, and the aurora adds even more mystery. This magical dance is accompanied by the music of Chilean composer Mario Quiroga. He is a “musico-terapista” (musical therapist), who creates floating music with his digital synthesizers, designed to help soothe the soul. Here we feature his “Aurora Boreal” composition, like a musical magic carpet as we soar over these ethereal views. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40465]

Under the direction of Steven Schick, A Broken Hallelujah explores profound human emotions through music. The program includes the world premiere of Nasim Khorassani's new work, Toru Takemitsu's From me flows what you call Time, Niloufar Nourbakhsh's Veiled, and Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring). Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39114]

Under the direction of Steven Schick, A Broken Hallelujah explores profound human emotions through music. The program includes the world premiere of Nasim Khorassani's new work, Toru Takemitsu's From me flows what you call Time, Niloufar Nourbakhsh's Veiled, and Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring). Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39114]

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

With dream-like music, we float over the vast Sahara as seen from the ISS and astronaut Sultan Alneyadi. Covering the width of Africa, the colors flow with the waves of sand - deep oranges, bright yellows and brown rock. The music by Victor Romanov, performing as @iCentury, is prominent and suggests movement, dynamism, tension and mystery, all intertwined. Just like the Sahara. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40434]

With dream-like music, we float over the vast Sahara as seen from the ISS and astronaut Sultan Alneyadi. Covering the width of Africa, the colors flow with the waves of sand - deep oranges, bright yellows and brown rock. The music by Victor Romanov, performing as @iCentury, is prominent and suggests movement, dynamism, tension and mystery, all intertwined. Just like the Sahara. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40434]

The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus presents "This Soil," conducted by Arian Khaefi. The program features a stunning array of works, including Kristen Kuster's Moxie, Samuel Barber's Knoxville, Summer of 1915, Gabriela Lena Frank's Escaramuza, Gala Flagello's Bravado, Florence Price's Piano Concerto in One Movement, and Leonard Bernstein's “Symphonic Dances” from West Side Story. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39112]

The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus presents "This Soil," conducted by Arian Khaefi. The program features a stunning array of works, including Kristen Kuster's Moxie, Samuel Barber's Knoxville, Summer of 1915, Gabriela Lena Frank's Escaramuza, Gala Flagello's Bravado, Florence Price's Piano Concerto in One Movement, and Leonard Bernstein's “Symphonic Dances” from West Side Story. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39112]

The Intersections Concert series is excited to present the award-winning, hip-hop soul band, The Lyrical Groove. Delivering a truly unique artistic experience that both entertains and inspires, The Lyrical Groove combines spoken word and live instrumentation, cohesively crafted of several genres of music. Producer and poet, Kendrick Dial, the multi-talented artist Brisa Lauren, and an assortment of experienced musicians join forces to create timeless music that sings life to humanity and moves the soul. A three-time San Diego Music Awards winner of Best Hip Hop/Soul Artist in 2013 and Best Hip Hop/Soul Album in 2014 and 2017, The Lyrical Groove credits their success and appeal to their artists' community engagement. Lauren is actively involved as an organizer in political and civic advocacy efforts, and Dial is a practice coach training human service leader professionals. Together, their purpose is to create art that is both fun and meaningful Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40153]

The Intersections Concert series is excited to present the award-winning, hip-hop soul band, The Lyrical Groove. Delivering a truly unique artistic experience that both entertains and inspires, The Lyrical Groove combines spoken word and live instrumentation, cohesively crafted of several genres of music. Producer and poet, Kendrick Dial, the multi-talented artist Brisa Lauren, and an assortment of experienced musicians join forces to create timeless music that sings life to humanity and moves the soul. A three-time San Diego Music Awards winner of Best Hip Hop/Soul Artist in 2013 and Best Hip Hop/Soul Album in 2014 and 2017, The Lyrical Groove credits their success and appeal to their artists' community engagement. Lauren is actively involved as an organizer in political and civic advocacy efforts, and Dial is a practice coach training human service leader professionals. Together, their purpose is to create art that is both fun and meaningful Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40153]

The La Jolla Symphony and Chorus presents New Beginnings, conducted by Sameer Patel. This program features Gabriela Ortiz's Kauyumari, Igor Stravinsky's Symphony of Psalms, Kaija Saariaho's Ciel d'hiver, and Jean Sibelius's Symphony No. 3. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39113]

The La Jolla Symphony and Chorus presents New Beginnings, conducted by Sameer Patel. This program features Gabriela Ortiz's Kauyumari, Igor Stravinsky's Symphony of Psalms, Kaija Saariaho's Ciel d'hiver, and Jean Sibelius's Symphony No. 3. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 39113]

The Intersections Concert series is excited to present the award-winning, hip-hop soul band, The Lyrical Groove. Delivering a truly unique artistic experience that both entertains and inspires, The Lyrical Groove combines spoken word and live instrumentation, cohesively crafted of several genres of music. Producer and poet, Kendrick Dial, the multi-talented artist Brisa Lauren, and an assortment of experienced musicians join forces to create timeless music that sings life to humanity and moves the soul. A three-time San Diego Music Awards winner of Best Hip Hop/Soul Artist in 2013 and Best Hip Hop/Soul Album in 2014 and 2017, The Lyrical Groove credits their success and appeal to their artists' community engagement. Lauren is actively involved as an organizer in political and civic advocacy efforts, and Dial is a practice coach training human service leader professionals. Together, their purpose is to create art that is both fun and meaningful Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40268]

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown's music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program coordinator for Curated Storefront's Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School'. Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground Sessions. He is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio's downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass. He is currently working on his second album. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40261]

An electrifying harmonizer, Lisa Sanders' heartfelt songs are genuine with deep meaning and conviction. Her music conveys a style that can only be described as soulful country blues, integrating influences of folk-pop, gospel, rock, and jazz. Writing, singing, and producing from her heart in nearly every genre for over three decades, Sanders continues to make an impact in the musical world. Joining her from the Los Angeles band, Water Tower, will be Kenny Feinstein, on guitars, mandolin, bass, and violin and Tommy Drinkard on bass, percussion, guitars, and banjo. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40057]

An electrifying harmonizer, Lisa Sanders' heartfelt songs are genuine with deep meaning and conviction. Her music conveys a style that can only be described as soulful country blues, integrating influences of folk-pop, gospel, rock, and jazz. Writing, singing, and producing from her heart in nearly every genre for over three decades, Sanders continues to make an impact in the musical world. Joining her from the Los Angeles band, Water Tower, will be Kenny Feinstein, on guitars, mandolin, bass, and violin and Tommy Drinkard on bass, percussion, guitars, and banjo. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40055]

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown's music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program coordinator for Curated Storefront's Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School'. Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground Sessions. He is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio's downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass. He is currently working on his second album. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40260]

Born in the rhythms of Burkina Faso and cradled by the tradition of the griots, Adama Bilorou knows how to transform his heritage into a melody of multiple nuances—a musical journey that crosses continents and cultures. Drawing inspiration from the sights and sounds of his childhood in the Ivory Coast and his later journeys to Italy, France, the United States and Burkina Faso—Adama Bilorou has creatively composed his uniquely beautiful score. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40091]

Yale Strom's Hot Pstromi is a U.S.-based klezmer ensemble. Much of the repertoire comes from Strom's many years of ethnographic research he has conducted in Eastern Europe. Many of the melodies and Yiddish songs come from Jews and Roma who played before and after the Holocaust and that Strom interviewed and with whom he performed. The band's New York-based lineup includes: Peter Stan, Norbert Stachel, Elizabeth Schwartz, Sprocket and Klezmatics co-founder David Licht. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40033]

A glimpse of gospel, jazz, and soul from the great legends is what inspires the sound of pianist Theron Brown's music. But the reason he plays is to encourage and influence people through his talents. Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Theron currently resides in Akron, Ohio, where he is Professor of Practice at The University of Akron teaching jazz piano, and the program coordinator for Curated Storefront's Artist Residency Program at the ‘I Promise School'. Theron also serves as an educator for the interactive piano learning app, Playground Sessions. He is heavily involved in the music community as the founder and artistic director of the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place annually in Akron, Ohio's downtown historic district. Theron performs and tours regularly with his trio that includes Zaire Darden on drums and Jordan McBride on bass. He is currently working on his second album. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40023]