Recognized by its unexpected stylistic range and impressive adaptations of pop hits, the five-piece a cappella group Pentatonix will make its way to Darien Lake for a concert full of originals and mashups as part of its “On My Way Home” tour. Pentatonix came into the limelight when high school friends Kirstie Maldonado, Mitch Grassi, and Scott […]
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CLASSICAL | Eastman International Piano Competition
Nearly two-dozen pianists, from eight countries, and ranging from ages 15 to 18, will travel to Rochester to publically display their talents at the 14th Eastman Young Artists International Piano Competition. First, second, and third place winners will receive cash prizes, and a full-tuition scholarship to the Eastman School of Music. Piano department chair Douglas […]
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CLASSICAL | Sunset Concerts
Hoping to fill a performance gap in Rochester’s classical community during the summer off-season, co-directors Emelyn Johnson and Jessica Woodridge King created the Sunset Concerts chamber music series in 2014. They hope the series will provide opportunities for the plethora of talented young professional musicians who reside in Rochester year-round. This year’s concerts will feature […]
