Cultural Arts Series 2009- 2010 programming
A CULTURAL TOUR DE FORCE
Following is the programming for the 2009 - 2010 Cultural Arts Series presented in the OCCC Bruce Owen Theater.
MASSENKOFF - Oct 27 - 7:00 p.m.MASSENKOFF
Massenkoff Russian Folk FestivalRussian culture captivates people around the world. One of Russia’s most celebrated performing arts groups, the Massenkoff Russian Folk Festival, brings the heart of Russian culture to OCCC. Experience, traditional songs, dazzling dances, and live music; Russian culture at its finest! [more..] Massenkoff Russian Folk Festival Web Site Educational Presentation - Performance/Lecture - Tuesday, October 27, 11:00 a.m., OCCC Bruce Owen Theater. Nikolai Massenkoff and his Russian Folk Festival will combine song, dance, music, and dialogue to present an overview of Russian culture. Educational Presentation is Free and Open to the Public.
RAVE ON! - Nov 10 - 7:00 p.m.RAVE ON!
A Tribute to the Music of Buddy Holly starring Billy McGuiganBilly McGuigan and the Rave On Band bring Buddy Holly's persona and music to life. Rave On!, has performed to sold out crowds across the United States. [more..] Educational Presentation - Buddy Holly's Musical Legacy, Tuesday, November 10, 3:00 p.m., VPA 132. Billy McGuigan, who portrays Buddy Holly in the play Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story and the theatrical presentation Rave On!, A Tribute to the Music of Buddy Holly, will discuss the importance of Buddy Holly's music and its continuing influence on Rock and Roll today. Educational Presentation is Free and Open to the Public.
THE FOUR FRESHMEN - Dec 1 - 7:00 p.m.THE FOUR FRESHMEN
Smooth harmonies and their own unbeatable accompanimentThe Four Freshmen, one of the top vocal groups of the 1950s, enchanted audiences with songs including It's a Blue World, Mood Indigo, Day By Day, and Graduation Day. Today’s Four Freshmen engage audiences with their upbeat harmonies and unbeatable accompaniment. [more..] Educational Presentation - Master Class with the OCCC jazz band, Wednesday, December 2, 11:00 a.m., OCCC Bruce Owen Theater. The members of The Four Freshmen will conduct a master class with OCCC jazz band members. Listen and learn about jazz and ensemble playing. Educational Presentation is Free and Open to the Public.
EDGAR CRUZ & SHANNON CALDERON PRIMEAU - Jan 26 - 7:00 p.m.EDGAR CRUZ & SHANNON CALDERON PRIMEAU
An evening of extraordinary guitar and Latin dance; by two of Oklahoma's favorite artists.Guitarist Edgar Cruz thrills audiences with the precision, speed, and complexity of his symphony of sound. Shannon Calderon Primeau’s spellbinding dancing has brought her critical acclaim. Two of Oklahoma’s favorite artists will present an extraordinary evening of guitar and Latin dance. [more..] Edgar Cruz Web Site and Shannon Calderon Primeau Web Site Educational Presentation -
HOT CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO - Feb 9 - 7:00 p.m.HOT CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO
This sizzling group plays the hot jazz of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli.Gypsy Jazz was created by Hot Club of France talents Django Reinhardt, guitar and Stéphane Grappelli, violin. The Hot Club of San Francisco, spotlighting guitarist Paul Mehling and featuring violinist Evan Price, enshrines and breathes new life into this global phenomenon. [more..] The Hot Club of San Francisco Web Site Educational Presentation -
VALERY KULESHOV - Mar 2 - 7:00 p.m.VALERY KULESHOV
Experience Russian pianist Valery Kuleshov playing the classics of the Grand Masters.Ninth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition silver medalist Valery Kuleshov’s performances are based on the best Russian piano traditions. He plays with emotional sincerity, rich colors, and brilliant virtuosity, sharing profound and fresh interpretations of the classics of the Grand Masters. [more..] Educational Presentation -
ROWAN - Apr 13 - 7:00 p.m.ROWAN
A vocal-instrumental trio, which plays the beautiful music of the Celtic tradition.Rowan is a Celtic and World Music trio that blends Celtic and European folk styles. Whether singing about an English Faire, a Jacobite uprising, the American Civil War, or 20th Century Belfast, Rowan’s music evokes the glories of everyday human experiences. [more..] Educational Presentation -
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We hope that you will have the opportunity to work some of these performances into the context of one or more of your classes. In addition, we will be happy to work with you to determine if we can arrange for a special guest lecture or workshop for your students by one or more of the artists being presented. We may also be able to arrange for special daytime performances for groups of 200 or more. Please call us at 682-7579 so that we can assist you in making the most from having these artists at the College.
For more information or to make comments:
Cultural Arts Series
(405) 682-7576
7777 South May Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
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