By Grant North The Oberlin Sinfonietta will perform its final free concert of the 2023-2024 academic year in Warner Concert Hall on Thursday May 2nd at 7:30pm. Led by Timothy Weiss, this ensemble traditionally plays a wide array of pieces from the Classical era to the contemporary with straightforward instrumentation. The Sinfonietta often aims for… Continue reading Mandolins and Baritones and Whiskers On Kittens (Preview for Oberlin Sinfonietta)
Author: Grant North
The Harpsichord and Rameau: A Pleasant But Long-Winded Performance
By Grant North On March 2, the Oberlin Baroque Ensemble entered the Romanesque architecture of Fairchild Chapel to perform Jean Philippe Rameau’s Pieces de clavecin en concerts (1741), five suites divided into three to four movements showcasing one of the 18th century’s most renowned composers. The audience was transported back in time, surrounded by high… Continue reading The Harpsichord and Rameau: A Pleasant But Long-Winded Performance
PSA to the Music Industry: Add More Saxophones
Jack Antonoff and his group Bleachers recently dropped their self-titled album on March 8. Coming off of his third consecutive Producer of the Year Grammy for artists like Taylor Swift, St. Vincent, and Lana del Rey, Antonoff releases more songs with his own band while wearing his Bruce Springsteen influences on his sleeve, but cannot… Continue reading PSA to the Music Industry: Add More Saxophones
Finney Features Big Band
by Grant North As the lights dimmed in Finney Chapel on March 16, the 18-piece Oberlin Jazz Ensemble erupts into a smoky intro section. The relaxed tempo of the song, tight rhythm section, and easygoing nature from the drums highlights the band’s effortlessness from the get-go. This feeling is further exemplified by two riveting solos;… Continue reading Finney Features Big Band
CME Set To Perform Oldies, Goodies, and Newbies
By Grant North On April 11 at 7:30PM, Warner Concert Hall will host a performance by the Oberlin Contemporary Music Ensemble (CME). Timothy Weiss once again leads the ensemble as he has for over 20 years running. His work at Oberlin and with other groups such as the Aspen Contemporary Ensemble and the Zohn-Collective has… Continue reading CME Set To Perform Oldies, Goodies, and Newbies
James Blake Playing Robots Into Heaven Almost Makes the Most Out of a Minimal Instrumental Palette
Album Release: September 8, 2023 James Blake’s 6th studio album, Playing Robots Into Heaven, sees the 34-year-old electronic artist mixing influences of trap and club music into his developed bag of tricks. It takes a haunting look at Blake’s connection with his loved ones, his audience, and his role models. He expertly weaves echoing piano… Continue reading James Blake Playing Robots Into Heaven Almost Makes the Most Out of a Minimal Instrumental Palette
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