J. S. Kofi Gbolonyo, director The UBC African and Dance Ensemble performs music and dances from Africa and specializes in repertoire from West Africa region. Through the drum, the voice, the dance, and other visual art forms and paraphernalia, this ensemble brings to the stage a unique and total African theatrical experience. In addition to performing traditional […]
Nathan Hesselink, director Often referred to as Samulnori (사물놀이), Korean percussion music is rooted in Korean folk traditions, especially from farming and shamanistic rituals, and is known for its energetic rhythms, improvisation, and synchronized movements. Performances often include dance-like gestures and are both visually and aurally captivating. The UBC Korean Drumming Ensemble may perform outside on the plaza, weather permitting.
UBC’s Vox and Oriana choirs invite you to an intimate evening of beautiful choral music in Barnett Hall, showcasing a vibrant and diverse repertoire for treble and lower voice ensembles.
Putu Swaryandana, artist-in-residence Michael Tenzer, director Oscar Smith, assistant The UBC Balinese Gamelan Ensemble performs the rich and dynamic Gamelan music of Bali Indonesia. The ensemble is made up of a beautiful symphony of gongs, drums, and other percussion, and the music is full of syncopated melodies, layered textures, and unexpected shifts and transitions. The UBC Balinese Gamelan ensemble may perform […]
A feast of contemporary music! UBC School of Music students perform new compositions by students in the UBC Composition program.
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