The men in her family have been musicians for over 700 years but she “didn’t want to be told ‘you are good for a woman.'” So she ripped up the rules. She is the first professional female kora virtuoso to come from any of the West African Griot dynasties. Backed up by her band, what […]
Heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet”, Take 6 is the most awarded a cappella group in history. With 10 Grammy awards, the sextet continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences.
ANDY ALONSO & FRIENDS are rocking always, so join us for an evening you won’t forget! Admission is $10.00 per person. Gates open at 6 pm. Bring your chairs and blankets. Only people over 21 may purchase alcohol, and the provided wristbands must be worn during the concert. You may bring your own food but […]
15 year-old Amaryn Olmeda is a fast-rising star who’s already soloed at Carnegie Hall and has been a featured soloist with major symphonies including the Philadelphia Orchestra. Her program includes a work by William Grant Still, and César Franck’s beloved Violin Sonata. She is joined on stage by 18 year-old pianist Parker van Ostrand who performed at Carnegie Hall at […]
Calling all young, aspiring musicians: The youthful Galvin Quartet are ready to answer your questions on what it’s like to study music and carve out a career in music. They are presently at Northwestern University, studying, teaching, and performing. Free pizza and a free ticket to Galvin Quartet’s mainstage performance at 7:30 pm. RSVP to mikaecook@gretnamusic.org by […]
Four cello-playing friends from four different nations (Brazil, China, South Korea, and the United States) joined forces and, after only 12 days of intense rehearsing, won the silver medal at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. The following year they won the Concert Artists Guild International Competition. Their fun program will be filled with masterworks […]