MUSIC
The Beast
Beautifully rebellious and refreshingly original, The Beast is one of the most imaginative bands to emerge from North Carolina’s burgeoning music scene. The Durham-based quartet fearlessly navigates worlds of hip hop and jazz with compelling lyrics, progressive compositions and a gripping live show. The Beast developed its sound at UNC-Chapel Hill where pianist Eric Hirsh, drummer Stephen Coffman, and bassist Peter Kimosh studied jazz, while emcee Pierce Freelon developed his intelligent lyricism in classrooms and music venues across campus. The quartet joined forces after graduating in 2007.
www.thebeastmusic.com
Durham Symphony Orchestra
Enhancing Durham’s rich cultural heritage, the Durham Symphony performs high quality orchestral concerts that foster accessibility and encourage the development of music appreciation and education. The Durham Symphony’s programming reflects a commitment to familiar, American, and popular music. The Music Director and Conductor of the Durham Symphony is African American Maestro William Henry Curry. The Durham Symphony Orchestra has a diverse concert season. Past performances have included Karamu! in honor of Black History month as well as concerts in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
(919) 491-6576
www.durhamsymphony.org
John Brown Band
Bassist John Brown has moved from sought-after sideman to the sought after front man. From trio, quartet or quintet – to “little” big bands, a 20-piece jazz orchestra or a funk/R&B band with a full horn section and singers — his performances exude joyous spontaneity, warmth, showmanship and peerless musical mastery. His groups give feature performances, educational residencies and community building events and have been selected for the Southern Arts Federation Artist Registry & the North Carolina Touring Artist Directory.
www.jbjazz.com
Raleigh Chamber Music Guild
The Raleigh Chamber Music Guild enriches and connects individuals in the Greater Raleigh community through intimate and exceptional chamber music experiences. The Raleigh Chamber Music Guild often presents a diverse mix of world-class artists performing music of the highest caliber. Past performers have included the Harlem String Quartet and Imani Winds.
(919) 821-2030
www.rcmg.com
The Beast
Beautifully rebellious and refreshingly original, The Beast is one of the most imaginative bands to emerge from North Carolina’s burgeoning music scene. The Durham-based quartet fearlessly navigates worlds of hip hop and jazz with compelling lyrics, progressive compositions and a gripping live show. The Beast developed its sound at UNC-Chapel Hill where pianist Eric Hirsh, drummer Stephen Coffman, and bassist Peter Kimosh studied jazz, while emcee Pierce Freelon developed his intelligent lyricism in classrooms and music venues across campus. The quartet joined forces after graduating in 2007.
www.thebeastmusic.com
Durham Symphony Orchestra
Enhancing Durham’s rich cultural heritage, the Durham Symphony performs high quality orchestral concerts that foster accessibility and encourage the development of music appreciation and education. The Durham Symphony’s programming reflects a commitment to familiar, American, and popular music. The Music Director and Conductor of the Durham Symphony is African American Maestro William Henry Curry. The Durham Symphony Orchestra has a diverse concert season. Past performances have included Karamu! in honor of Black History month as well as concerts in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
(919) 491-6576
www.durhamsymphony.org
John Brown Band
Bassist John Brown has moved from sought-after sideman to the sought after front man. From trio, quartet or quintet – to “little” big bands, a 20-piece jazz orchestra or a funk/R&B band with a full horn section and singers — his performances exude joyous spontaneity, warmth, showmanship and peerless musical mastery. His groups give feature performances, educational residencies and community building events and have been selected for the Southern Arts Federation Artist Registry & the North Carolina Touring Artist Directory.
www.jbjazz.com
Raleigh Chamber Music Guild
The Raleigh Chamber Music Guild enriches and connects individuals in the Greater Raleigh community through intimate and exceptional chamber music experiences. The Raleigh Chamber Music Guild often presents a diverse mix of world-class artists performing music of the highest caliber. Past performers have included the Harlem String Quartet and Imani Winds.
(919) 821-2030
www.rcmg.com
