"It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what they do," says The Boston Globe speaking of Cherish the Ladies, the Grammy-nominated, Irish-American super group that formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of extraordinary women in what had been a male-dominated Irish music scene. Since their first sold-out concert, they exploded onto the Irish music circuit, performing thousands of concerts around the globe, and are now among the busiest and most admired Irish groups on the planet. Their show is a wonderful blend of the old and the new. Irish songs, lively jigs and reels, and heart-wrenching slow airs transport the listener on an enchanted musical journey. Our audience asked us to bring them back, and we have! Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
Events: Presenting Series
YAMATO's Taiko drumming is a unique blend of rhythm, movement, and energy that must be experienced to be fully understood. On stage, they stand with more than 40 Taiko drums, all of which have different characters. For example, their largest drum, Odaiko, was produced from a massive tree over 400 years old. They do not simply make their Taiko drums explode with sound; they produce delicate music that provides the listener with a palette of meticulously crafted sound. YAMATO's performances are known as physical music -- sometimes intense, sad, comforting, yet in the next moment comical. They have performed over 4,000 shows in 54 countries. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
Kings Return is a vocal band of brothers: Gabe Kunda, Vaughn Faison, J.E. McKissic and Jamall Williams. The Dallas-based a capella group was formed unintentionally in 2016 after first singing together for Gabe's college graduation recital. Their popularity grew when they bagen posting videos to social media from the stairwell where they rehearsed. Their sound has earned comparisons to iconic acts like Take 6 and Boyz II Men. They have amassed almost 10 million views across all platforms and have been recognized by artists and brands such as Emily King, Anita Baker, Anthony Anderson, Joyce DiDonato, Apple, NPR, Dallas Morning News and so many more. Avoiding the confines of a single genre, Kings Return's sound is proudly born out of gospel, jazz, R&B/soul, and classical music. "The name Kings Return is a reflection of ourselves. We are Kings who go forth to conquer but most importantly we return to give back to our community." Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
We Will Rock You, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Are the Champions, and the legendary Bohemian Rhapsody are songs that scratch the surface of rock supergroup Queen's legacy. There was only one Freddie Mercury. His unique vocals have made it nearly impossible to perform his music as he did. Finally, Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen perform Freddie's music as it should be. Legendary Queen drummer Roger Taylor remarked to the Daily Record: "That voice. You listen, close your eyes, and you think it's Freddie. It's really uncanny." You may have heard Marc when he last performed at Zoellner to standing ovations or his vocals that were part of Rami Malek's Academy Award-winning performance in Bohemian Rhapsody, the highly acclaimed Queen biopic. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
Bella Gaia is a revolutionary NASA-powered immersive experience. Inspired by astronauts' life-changing views of Earth from space, this live concert seamlessly integrates music, dance, technology, and NASA imagery, turning the stage into a planetary spectacle. Combining supercomputer data visualizations, orbital views, and live performances, Bella Gaia creates a sublime and "Out of This World" experience. This award-winning production explores the interconnectedness of humanity and the Living Universe, celebrating cultural evolution and addressing the impact of the Anthropogenic Age. Crafted by director-composer Kenji Williams, Bella Gaia authentically replicates the transformative Overview Effect*, providing audiences with an emotionally charged perspective on Earth. This neuroscience-driven experience evokes a profound response, instilling a reason to care for our fragile planet. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
The Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF) is one of the world's finest chamber orchestras, renowned for fresh, brilliant interpretations of the world's greatest orchestral music. Formed by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 from a group of leading London musicians, the ASMF gave its first performance in its namesake church in November 1959. Through unrivaled live performances and a vast recording output - highlights of which include the 1969 best-seller Vvaldi's Four Seasons and the soundtrack to the Oscar-winning film Amadeus - the orchestra gained an enviable international reputation. for its distinctive, polished, and refined sound.
Repertoire: COPLAND Quiet City; MOZART Piano Concerto No. 9; ADAMS Shaker Loops; HAYDN Symphony No. 29.
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Accordion-wielding Chilean songstress Pascuala Ilabaca is a true hidden gem in Latin American and World Music genres. A favorite on the new scene of young Chilean singer-songwriters, her music is rooted in traditional sounds but effortlessly integrates shades of jazz, pop, and rock and influences gathered in such distant places as India or Mexico. Accompanied by her formidable band Fauna, her unique stage presence conjures sweetness and empowerment simultaneously, setting her songs alive with both fragility and verve. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
Gospel, funk, soul, and Afrobeat come together in this joyful presentation of Rodgers and Hammerstein songs as viewed through a utopian, afrofuturistic lens. The Sound of (Black) Music is a vibrant one-act concert reimagining of the classic musical, featuring songs such as Do-Re-Mi, Edelweiss and Climb Ev'ry Mountain, all recast through a Black Roots music kaleidoscope. The concert channels the singular musical gifts of some of today's most talented Black musicians into an overflowing celebration of Black Roote music. Vocalists Charles Anthony Bryant, Brianna Thomas, Charenee Wade, Alexis Lombre, and Zhanna Reed are supported by an electrifying band, bringing to life a vibrant retelling of the beloved classic-one fit for the whole family! Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
It's an underdog story with impossible odds. In 1862, a small group of soldiers in Puebla, Mexico, banded together with everyday citizens to defeat the French army, the strongest military force of the time. Through folkloric and contemporary dance and live music, Calpulli Mexican Dance Company explores this unexpected victory from the now-famous date of May 5. Creating a "colorful land of music and dance," (The New York Times) this show celebrates the culture and people of Puebla while revealing the true meaning behind Cinco de Mayo. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Starring a live band and supreme vocalists, come experience a night of music by one of the greatest artists of all time. The concert features all your favorite hits in one evening, including Natural Woman, Think, I Knew You Were Waiting for Me, Chain of Fools, Respect and many more. You'll be out of your seat and dancing in the aisles as you lose yourself in the music that inspired a generation. Click HERE for artist's website. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info.