The nephews of the master Qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Rizwan and Muazzam have been performing together since the 1990s. Together, they continue the unbroken Qawwali legacy of their family that has flourished over five centuries. With voices that “climb and swoop as if riding air currents,” (BBC) the brothers contribute to their uncle’s […]
Director Vern Griffiths The UBC Percussion Ensemble performs music for the vast spectrum of percussion instruments, including original works from the 20th century, transcriptions of familiar classics, and traditional dance music from Africa and Latin America.
UBC Composition Faculty: Jennifer Butler, T. Patrick Carrabré, Dorothy Chang, Keith Hamel A feast of contemporary music! UBC School of Music students perform new compositions by students in the UBC Composition program.
The Chamber Choir is a 24-voice mixed ensemble conducted by graduate students in choral conducting in consultation with Dr. Langager. This choir performs music from all periods, including motets, madrigals, and contemporary compositions.
University Singers, Choral Union Director & Conductor, University Singers: Graeme Langager Conductor, Choral Union:Hyejung Jun The award-winning UBC Choirs presents a powerful program of music featuring the beautiful voices of the University Singers and Choral Union. Program to be announced.
Luminescent Creatures World Tour Join Ichiko Aoba on an ethereal journey with her latest release, Luminescent Creatures. With the power to bend space around her, Aoba pulls listeners from reality and surrounds them in the comforting fabric of her imagination. Known for her ability to create “pockets of intimacy… that make you feel like she’s performing […]
