February 9, 10, 11, 2012, 8 p.m.
why i had to dance: a Choreopoem Premiere
written by Ntozake Shange
choreographed and directed by Dianne McIntyre
Poet, novelist, and playwright Ntozake Shange’s “why i had to dance” propels the audience into the world of dance through the poet’s experiences. Shange describes it as “The story of black dance herself… the connectedness of black dance from one generation to another generation and from one region to another region, moving all around the dance world from my childhood on.” Experience the world premiere of this animated journey of dance through time, over generations and across geography brought to life on stage. “why i had to dance” is written by Shange and choreographed and directed by Dianne McIntyre.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8 p.m.
The Tallis Scholars
with Director Peter Phillips
“Anyone familiar with Renaissance music knows that this group has attained superstardom among its ilk.”
Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Soweto Gospel Choir
“[The choir] has a cornucopia of remarkable voices: sharp, sweet, kindly, raspy and incantatory leads above a magnificently velvety blend… the music was both meticulous and unstoppable… the songs were both spirited and spectacular.”
Friday, February 24, 2012, 8 p.m. and Sunday, February 26, 2012, 2 p.m.
Master Classes with Marilyn Horne
Location: Finney Chapel (directions)
One of the greatest operatic mezzo-sopranos in history, Marilyn Horne returns to the Oberlin Conservatory of Music this fall for a residency as Distinguished Professor of Voice. These master classes are a unique opportunity for all to listen and learn as a legend works with Oberlin voice majors.
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