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A Night of Beethoven with Dr. Andrew Willis

Emily Cramton   Staff Writer This past Wednesday night, piano faculty member Andrew Willis presented an all-Beethoven recital. There are countless recitals every semester in the music building, but recitals from faculty members are a special treat. Dr. Willis has been a Professor of Music at UNCG for many years, and he teaches performance on not just piano but many keyboard instruments, including harpsichord and … Continue reading A Night of Beethoven with Dr. Andrew Willis

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A tribute to John Philip Sousa: America’s all time favorite at UNCG

Emily Cramton   Staff Writer   An exciting band concert paying homage to the world-famous John Philip Sousa Band will soon hit the stage at the UNCG Auditorium. It will be a night of entertainment presented in  “Sousa-style,” with quick-paced marches, popular and classics tunes with and solos performed by the UNCG Wind Ensemble. Led by Dr. John Locke, the UNCG Director of Bands, members … Continue reading A tribute to John Philip Sousa: America’s all time favorite at UNCG

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Beethoven’s chamber music played by Sitkovetsky and Friends

Emily Cramton   Staff Writer The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra kicked off its season last weekend with Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night performances, Friday being the first concert of the popular chamber series. Maestro Dmitry Sitkovetsky was joined by pianist Inara Zandmane and cellist Alex Ezerman in the Recital Hall at UNCG for a fantastic night of Handel and Beethoven. The night began with Handel’s Violin … Continue reading Beethoven’s chamber music played by Sitkovetsky and Friends

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Scuppernong hosts banjo player Bob Carlin

Emily Cramton   Staff Writer   Fans of folk music gathered at Scuppernong Books downtown last Friday evening to hear local banjo player Bob Carlin speak about his new book, “Banjo: An Illustrated History.” Situated between the shelves of used books, Carlin spoke on the history of the banjo and his own experiences with the instrument to a small but enthusiastic crowd. The banjo was … Continue reading Scuppernong hosts banjo player Bob Carlin

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