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CSU Percussion Ensemble Rocks with Guest Great Russell Burge

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue The CSU Percussion Ensemble rounds out this semester’s percussion performances with an eclectic concert of classic pieces, fresh work, and a collaboration with guest artist Russell Burge on Sunday, April 26 at 2 p.m. in the Instrumental Rehearsal Hall at the University Center for the Arts, located […]


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Classical Music in the Modern Age

Artistic collaboration between the Fort Collins Lincoln Center and CSU ends season in spectacular style By Spencer Gillard Classical music is often portrayed in our modern mainstream culture as a superfluous or extraneous genre. With the digital explosion of the fast-paced, simple, and insanely catchy pop music of late, where relevance and success are counted […]


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CSU Jazz Ensembles Swing with Saxophonist Gary Smulyan

The Colorado State University Jazz Ensembles are joined by one of the greatest baritone saxophone musicians of our time, Gary Smulyan, for a night of bebop and swing on Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Griffin Concert Hall at the University Center for the Arts, located at 1400 Remington St. Tickets are $7 […]


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Becoming Part of the Tradition: CSU Marching Band Campaigns for New Uniforms

Comprised of talented musicians from all eight colleges at CSU, the Colorado State University Marching Band has proven time and again its commitment to outstanding performances and inspiring Ram Pride. These efforts include the need for a first-rate visual presentation, starting with new uniforms. Marching with pride has long been the ritual for the members […]


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Introducing “The Green Room,” the UCA’s Online Magazine

Celebrate what you want to see more of. ~ Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence, Lessons from America’s Best-Run Companies On April 1, the University Center for the Arts launched The Green Room, a celebration of visual and performing arts at Colorado State University. The publication is a comprehensive showcase for behind-the-scenes event […]


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CSU Percussion Ensemble Concert Features Renowned Special Guests

The Percussion Ensemble at CSU presents a culminating concert from the annual CSU Percussion Festival, on Saturday, April 11 at 5 p.m. in the Instrumental Rehearsal Hall at the University Center for the Arts, located at 1400 Remington St. Tickets are free but required and are available at the University Center for the Arts (UCA) […]


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Not Your Every-Day Classical Music

Classical Jam Brings Innovation to the Traditional Classical Format By Mikhail Talley Normally, when you think of a “jam band” the last thing that would typically come to mind would be a group of classically trained musicians from the likes of Julliard and the Manhattan School of Music. Classical Jam (CJ), however, is not your […]


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University Choirs Join Forces for Diverse Concert

CSU Choruses show off talent and rich music selection in spring performance The Colorado State University’s Men’s Chorus, conducted by Ryan Olsen, and University Chorus, conducted by Stuart Dameron, will hold a concert in collaboration featuring individual pieces performed by each choir as well as a combined finale on Friday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m. […]


Jazz Combos Present Blue Note Classics

Join the Jazz Combos for a classic jazz recital with a twist, featuring everything from 1960s classics to original recordings The Jazz Combos are back at CSU, presenting a special concert featuring the nostalgic sounds of 1960s Blue Note Records jazz Wednesday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Griffin Concert Hall at the University […]


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April and May Virtuoso Concert Series

Jazz Goes Grunge and Faculty Chamber Ensemble The music program at CSU presents its April and May lineup of Virtuoso Concert Series performances. The Virtuoso Concert Series spotlights the performance talents of members of the CSU music faculty. The performances are also an opportunity to showcase CSU’s musical guests. The Virtuoso Concert Series events are […]