Evening’s Empire
Evening’s Empire is an alternative rock band fronted by Rock ’n’ Roll San Diego honcho Shannon Woods, aka Shannon Sabin of the reformed Dinettes, alongside guitarist Sam Strohbehn and bassist David Skolnik. They released their first single “Movies” last May, in advance of their July album
Alive For Us. Another single appeared near the end of the year, “Lay Low,” with all proceeds donated to KIND (Kids In Need of Defense), an organization devoted exclusively to helping and representing children of immigrants and refugees. “Living in a border city, the stark differences of life here vs across the wall are glaringly present,” says the band. “We believe that how we treat those most in need reflects who we are, what we stand for, and the America we strive to be. Every day, we see people making choices to save themselves and their families from life-threatening situations, poverty, and oppression. We do not support the government’s inhumane treat
ONLINE: Wisconsin Flute Festival
Classical and jazz flutist Nancy Stagnitta has performed concerts and taught around the world.
Madison Flute Club sponsors this annual event for flute players and listeners, with a mix of interactive workshops, talks and performances taking place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through May 8. Recitals this week include classical and jazz flautist
Nancy Stagnitta (7 p.m., April 24), an educator at Interlochen Arts Academy and recent collaborator with keyboard legend Bob James. Buy tickets
here ($45 adults; $35 students/seniors) for access to the festival. Scholarships are available, and if you miss something, never fear: Sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing.
Enrique Márquez Named Director of Music at Interlochen Center for the Arts
Márquez joins Interlochen from the Harvard Department of Music, where he oversaw Music Department concerts and events.by Chloe Rabinowitz
Interlochen Center for the Arts announced today that Enrique Márquez has been named Director of Music. In this role, Márquez will lead music programming, pedagogy, and curricula at Interlochen Arts Academy, Interlochen Arts Camp, Interlochen Online, and Interlochen College of Creative Arts. Márquez begins his new role June 1. An accomplished educator, arts leader, musician, and Interlochen alumnus whose career in the arts spans continents and cultures, Enrique brings a unique global perspective to this position, said Interlochen Center for the Arts President Trey Devey. We re thrilled that he will return to Interlochen to energize and guide our music programs into the future.
The application consists of the following sections:
Student and family contact information. This includes your intended Interlochen major.
Student writing responses (only completed using student account). These are short essays where you can tell us a bit more about yourself, your artistic path, and your goals.
Parent writing responses (only completed using parent account). These will help us gain a more holistic understanding of your child.
Recommendations. Your school principal or guidance counselor must fill out one recommendation. The other is optional.
Admission Documents. Here is where you can upload transcripts and test scores. If you are an international applicant, please note that all application materials should be translated, including transcripts.
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