Performances + Events
Contemporary Musical Arts Open House: Improvisation, Songwriting, Klezmer and Open Mic
Eben Jordan Ensemble Hall
Stick around for a student-led Open Mic session at 7pm when students from the Contemporary Musical Arts Department share their music in live solo and small ensemble performances, in genres ranging from folk to rock to jazz to avant-garde, from many corners of the globe.
Artist(s)
Hankus Netsky
Erin Hogan
Eden MacAdam-Somer
Farayi Malek
Steve Netsky
2:00 - Klezmer Workshop with Hankus Netsky
In this workshop you’ll learn a bit about the history of Eastern European Jewish music while jumping right into playing a tune. All instruments are welcome, including your voice!
3:00 - Traditional Folk Harmony Singing with Erin Hogan
As a group we will learn a short round, and up to two group harmony songs from the English, Irish, and American folk singing traditions. Participants will learn to sing by ear, experiencing the joy, connection, meditative nature of group harmony singing. Through this practice, you'll not only connect deeply with the music, but also grow as an empathetic listener, collaborating and opening your ears to those around you! No choral experience or music-reading abilities required.
4:00 - Sing & Play as One: Integrating Voice and Instrument with Eden MacAdam-Somer
Develop the powerful connection between your voice and your instrument in this dynamic, hands-on workshop. We’ll explore how to match tone, pitch, breath, and rhythm across both mediums, using creative games, exercises, and improvisation. While Eden will share insights from a violinist’s perspective, all instruments and voices are welcome—come ready to explore, experiment, and make music together.
5:00 - Intro to Contemporary Vocal Ensemble with Farayi Malek
An introduction to the Contemporary Vocal Ensemble, exploring and celebrating the vast capabilities of the human voice through song.
6:00 - Steve Netsky - Songwriters Workshop
Get a taste of our Songwriters Workshop experience. During our weekly meetings, students play songs they are working on. The group shares their impressions of the songs, along with positive suggestions and feedback. During the semester, each student works on at least a couple of songs and also arranges one of them to play at the ensemble's concert.
Open Mic: CMA Students (and Friends) 7 - 10pm in EJ
Students from the Contemporary Musical Arts Department share their music in live solo and small ensemble performances, in genres ranging from folk to rock to jazz to avant-garde, from many corners of the globe. Free and open to the public.
