Jazz vocalist April May Webb brings soulful storytelling and fearless improvisation to every performance. As co-leader of the genre-blending group Sounds of A&R (S.O.A.R.), Webb bridges tradition and innovation with warmth, swing, and a voice that's sweet-toned, expressive, and elastic. Whether scatting through “Giant Steps” or singing her own poignant ballads, Webb channels the spirit […]
Join the Center for Musical Arts' Wednesday night Advanced Jazz combo for an evening of live music under the direction of Steve Christopher. In addition to playing original charts and arrangements, the group's lovely and talented singer, Staci, will be joining for four songs.
Experience the electrifying artistry of pianist Mackenzie Melemed, 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant winner and a rising star on the international stage. Hailed by The New York Times as “an excellent young pianist,” Melemed is known for his dazzling technique, emotional depth, and wide-ranging repertoire. From Carnegie Hall to major festivals in Europe and Asia, […]
Join us for Cultural Caravan's Behind the Music series in partnership with the Center for Musical Arts! Join Cultural Caravan's Artistic Director Josh Halpern as he welcomes a lineup of dynamic artists for intimate evenings of live music, personal stories, and unscripted conversation. Get a rare glimpse into their creative process, hear music you won’t […]
Meet pianist James (Zijian) Wei: First Prize winner of the 2024 Cleveland International Piano Competition and a standout at the Geneva International Music Competition. With a fast-growing list of international accolades, Wei is quickly establishing himself as one of the most compelling pianists of his generation. Known for his emotional depth and technical command, he […]
The Center for Musical Arts proudly presents free faculty concerts showcasing the talents of select faculty members. These performances feature intimate chamber music such as duos, trios, and small ensembles that highlight the artistry and collaboration of our school. Open to the entire community, these concerts offer a special opportunity for students, families, and local […]
Join us for Cultural Caravan’s Behind the Music series in partnership with the Center for Musical Arts! Join Cultural Caravan’s Artistic Director Josh Halpern as he welcomes a lineup of dynamic artists for intimate evenings of live music, personal stories, and unscripted conversation. Get a rare glimpse into their creative process, hear music you won’t experience anywhere […]
The Oros Trio is a graduate piano trio at the University of Colorado, Boulder, made up of violinist Emilie Tupper, cellist Julian Bennett, and pianist Ethan Stahl. Named after the Greek word for mountain, the group has been coached by violinists Alex Gonzalez and Andrea Segar, cellist Meta Weiss, and pianist Andrew Cooperstock, and has […]
Join us for a special auditioned concert that’s more than just a performance it’s a celebration! In addition to the concert, the event will feature: Performances by some of our ensembles Cake and refreshments Recognition and congratulations for our graduating high school seniors A festive kickoff to the summer
Lafayette Electronic Arts Festival Performance 7pm @ Center for Musical Arts Ka Baird and M. Sage Ka Baird presents "A thousand miles of hungry static," a performance piece that explores the spectral forces of reality through various sonic encounters and physical movement. The piece features extended voice and microphone techniques, live-processed flutes, samples, feedback, fractured […]
Lafayette Electronic Arts Festival Performance 7pm @ Center for Musical Arts. Augurs Wand, Field Theory, Eliza & Izaiah Miller. Augurs Wand is a visual music duo (Mike Cassidy and Kristian North) from Montreal working with audio-controlled lasers. Field Theory is an improvising electroacoustic chamber trio exploring the sonic intersections of acoustic instruments and electronic processing. […]