Meet the Man Behind Mash-Up

Meet the Man Behind Mash-Up

1. If you could work with any composer, alive or dead, and/or rock band, alive or dead, who would it be? Classical: Today I am going to say Frédéric Chopin. If I had a time machine, I’d jump straight to Paris in 1835 and try to sneak into a salon party that...

The Makings of a Mash-Up with Steve Hackman

1. What is your goal with these classical/rock mashups? No one creative artist (or in this case composer) has had the exact same set of musical circumstances and exposures that gave way to technique and preferences. That infinite variety is a precious asset, and in my...
Larry loves the Beatles (and so will you)

Larry loves the Beatles (and so will you)

I’ve been a musician for over 35 years and have taught guitar off and on during much of that time. The music of the Beatles has been a constant throughout and has never failed to provide enjoyment and inspiration. As a guitarist, Beatles tunes have taught me all...

PERFORMATHON SUCCESS

Thanks to everyone who came to Performathon on Saturday, March 7. We enjoyed great student performances as well as carnival games, the Instrument Petting Zoo, and homemade cookies. It was truly a community event and would not have been possible without the support...

Ukulele Social Club Remembers Marilyn Beasley

The Ukulele Social Club, a class at the Center for Musical Arts, has become much more than a class. It is truly a community of friends who come together on Thursday nights to make great music. We had a member of our group, Marilyn Beasley, pass away on April 10, 2015....