
The Ithaca Conservatory of Music was founded in 1892 and later expanded into what we now know as Ithaca College. In a city known for grassroots festivals and spontaneous jam band music, the College routinely turns out top-notch musical talent -- and not just from the music school. IC students are also forming their own bands, setting up their own gigs, and burning up the...
The Rachel S. Thaler Concert Pianist Series, established in 1991 in honor of pianist and College supporter Rachel S. Thaler, has brought many distinguished musical talents to Ithaca College. Last November, the Thaler series hosted world-renowned pianist Peter Serkin. Called one of the most “thoughtful and individualistic musicians appearing before the public...
A: Yes, non-majors can take part in the music program. If you don’t want to minor in music, classes are available for you, as are lessons and ensembles, if you play an instrument. You can always look in the college catalog for music classes that non-majors are able to take. ...
This past weekend, the African Latino Society celebrated Hip-Hop History month with a two day event titled, “The Essence of Hip-Hop” in Emerson Suites. On Saturday night, audiences enjoyed performances by DJ Kuttin Kandi, Hip-hop activist and author JLove, and M1 of Dead Prez, a hip-hop artist who...
“Wacky idea for Ithacappella,” said Incubus manager Steve Rennie in an e-mail to the-Ithacappella conductor Greg Harris ’07. “How would you guys like to come out to L.A. and help Incubus sing ‘Dig at the KROQ Weenie Roast and Fiesta?”
The unprecedented opportunity materialized after an...