Rhiannon Giddens imbues her brand of folk music with miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities, pursuing an authentic understanding of the country’s musical origins through art. A two-time Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer and instrumentalist, MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient, and composer of opera, ballet, and film, Giddens has centered her work around the mission […]
Conducted by Dr. John Stanley Ross, the Appalachian Wind Ensemble performs wind literature of the highest caliber, from classic repertoire to world premieres by living composers. The ensemble represents many of the finest instrumentalists within the Hayes School of Music. Admission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is required. Visit https://music.appstate.edu/performances for a […]
"Earth Tones" is presented in partnership with the Pathways to Resilience QEP, a five-year climate literacy initiative at App State.Earth Tones was made possible by a Creative Capital Award (2022). Trinidadian trumpeter and composer Etienne Charles has dedicated his recent works to highlighting the voices of marginalized peoples in the Americas. He broadens his scope with his latest […]
This spring finale concert features performances by the Appalachian Symphony Band (directed by Dr. Jason Gardner) and the Appalachian Symphony Orchestra (directed by Dr. Alexandra Dee), auditioned ensembles of students from the Hayes School of Music and across Appalachian State University. Admission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is required. Visit https://music.appstate.edu/performances for […]
Admission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is required. Visit https://music.appstate.edu/performances for a live-stream and a calendar of upcoming Hayes School of Music events. For a disability accommodation, visit odr.appstate.edu.
