Composers write like they’re running out of time
72-Hour Composition Project inspires new music
By Emily Schweich
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Photo by Dylan Singleton
Series:
Creative Conversation: Jerusalem Quartet
Before the concert, join members of the Jerusalem Quartet for a conversation about the program and about the history of the ensemble. More information about the Jerusalem Quartet performance.
UMD Choirs Showcase Concert
The warm acoustics of the Memorial Chapel will ring with the sounds of choral masters in this showcase of UMD's choirs.
Prinze George
Fresh off the heels of their first headlining tour and release of their first full-length album, Prinze George returns to their home turf of Prince George’s County for a NextNOW Fest performance.
With rich beats and an arresting voice that grounds their ethereal synths, Prinze George’s fresh yet familiar sound is created by Naomi Almquist and UMD alumni Kenny Grimm and Isabelle De Leon.
Opera Composition Contest Reading
An innocent boy, son to a family of goatherders, is found to be heir to the kingdom. Riches and luxury are laid at his feet, but at what cost to others?
Addi Somekh: Balloon Music
Balloons aren’t just pretty – they sound pretty good, too. Using an instrument made of latex balloons and air, Addi Somekh renders deep, booming low frequency sounds and twangy sitar-like sounds in his signature Balloon Bass performance. It’s one you have to see to believe.
Learn more about Addi Somekh’s music at www.balloonbass.com.
Chargaux
This Brooklyn-based string duo is pioneering a new sort of musicianship and #BlackGirlMagic, combining violin and viola, beats and vocals in bold, soulful ways. With their statement-making music and fashion, Chargaux challenges assumptions about classical instruments and the people who play them. Chargaux has been featured at MoMA, the White House, BAM, New York Fashion Week, SXSW and many more.
For more information about Chargaux, visit www.chargaux.com.
Upright Citizens Brigade TourCo featuring Erasable Inc.
The famous improv comedy troupe, which has produced Saturday Night Live legends like Amy Poehler and Kate McKinnon, performs its energetic, totally unscripted show. UMD’s student improv troupe Erasable Inc. opens the show.
For more information about Upright Citizens Brigade TourCo, visit www.ucbtourco.com.
The CooLots
Hailing from the DC area, The CooLots’ sound is a melting pot of rock, soul and funk. Expect a healthy dose of honesty and realness as they give voice to social injustice through their absolutely electric performance.
For more information about The CooLots, visit www.thecoolots.com.
Maryland Community Band
Let Maryland Community Band take you around the world in this international travel-themed performance. The program includes music that evokes scenes from Latin America, Russia, Netherlands, France, England, Greece and the United States.
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