The "Moral Law"
InfoLink - Mon Feb 25, 2013
Music – Plato called it a “moral law”. Shakespeare spoke of it as the “food of love”. Ke$ha just wants it to “blow her speakers up”. Music is many things to many people, but almost never is it not enjoyable. In which case, why not enjoy some of the music concerts going on at the U of A?
The Department of Music stages performances every week by talented students and occasionally by faculty members as well. Just recently I attended a concert that took place in Convocation Hall called “Wind Players: Harmoniemusik from the 18th Century”. A must see for any fan of Classical Music, the concert was an outstanding show of virtuosity put on by students and their teachers. The music was a collection of pieces composed by Austrian and German composers (anyone heard of Mozart and Beethoven?) for some light diversion in the courts of their patrons.
As convenient as concerts at Con Hall are for students on campus, the Department of Music also has a concert series at the world-class Winspear Centre in the downtown Arts District. Is Classical music not your thing? Why not give Indian and West-African music a try? Among the upcoming concerts is “World Music Sampler” on April 5, featuring Grammy Award winner V.M. Bhatt.
And did I mention the best part? Tickets for students are only $10 at either venue. If you do find that you’re completely strapped for cash, there are also the Monday Noon Music programs. These short and completely free 45 minute concerts put on by students are sure to brighten up your lunch-hour. Feel free to bring your food!
Why not try a change from the usual movie or bar night and opt for a classy experience with the best that the musicians at the U of A have to offer?
Information about concerts and tickets can be found by clicking here.
