“This is the moment of truth,” I said, peering at my husband in the passenger seat. Dread and apprehension knotted within me as I continued, “Am I really going into church without my pants on?” From the backseat, my six-year-old daughter, always attentive, joyfully exclaimed, “Of course you are, Momma!” It all started innocently enough,…
44th Annual Christmas Vespers Celebration
OCU School of Music presents the annual Christmas Vespers Concert! Over 250 musicians and choral students will perform at the 44th annual Christmas Vespers. The concert includes student organists, the OCU flute choir, and concludes with Night of Silence which is a candlelight recessional inspired by Silent Night. You can expect to experience a few…
American Premiere of Opera Pieta
The twisted and captivating tale of Pietà/Suor Angelica took the stage this past weekend as a part of the Wanda Bass School of Music season. Pietà/Suor Angelica are two separate operas that tie into each other through characters and plot lines. Pietà is a new opera co-written by the director of this production, Andrea DelGiudice….
Harmonious Notes Fill the Night: Wind Ensemble/Wind Philharmonic Concert
The lovely music of the Wind Ensemble and Wind Philharmonic will soon fill Oklahoma City Community College’s Visual and Performing Arts Center, 7777 S. May Ave. This event, expected to begin at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, will be a fascinating experience for music lovers and students alike. The rich, warm tones will be heard throughout the hall,…
Winter Choral Concert Showcases Broad Vocal Talents
On February 28, the four OCU choirs combined for their Winter Choral Concert, led by Dr. Randi Von Ellefson and Professor Tony Gonzalez with collaborative artists John L. Edwards, Jean Shackleton, and Donald Tullius. The University Chorale started the concert with, “Even When He is Silent” by Kim Andre Arnesen, directed by student conductor Raeslyn…
Students optimistic for next academic year
Students are reflecting on the past year of COVID-19 guidelines and hoping for a COVID-less future.
Music Theater and Vocal Performance Auditions Go Virtual
The Wanda L. Bass School of Music moved all auditions for the music theater and vocal performance programs online.
Performance and Pandemic, one year later
A year after the university closed in-person classes, students and faculty reflect on the impact COVID-19 had on day-to-day life for arts students, and what they have learned in the ensuing year.
Alicia Keys’ new album is a “warm hug to the listener’s ear”
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Alicia Keys’ new self-titled album.
Music students respond to new recital policies
Officials from the Wanda L. Bass School of Music have decided junior and senior music recitals will not be able to have audiences this year.
Opinion: Swift’s new album “folklore” is ‘delicate, dreamy’
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Taylor Swift’s newest, indie album.
OCU Care premieres “Color Cabaret”
This Friday, at 7 p.m. OCU Care will stream “Color Cabaret,” a virtual cabaret fundraiser featuring music students of color.
OPINION: Jacob Collier’s Latest Album Triumphs
Columnist Troy Freeman reviews Jacob Collier’s latest entry in the “Djesse” album series.
Opinion: Adam LaPorte’s “Sad Songs” a reminder of the good things
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews the new song “Sad Songs” by Adam LaPorte, featuring the Music and Theater class of 2020.
Senior chases opportunity, performs in online showcase
Lily Hickey, theater and performance senior, was featured on BroadwayWorld in a virtual showcase.
Opinion: Columnist finds Fiona Apple’s new album honest, freeing
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Fiona Apple’s new album, “Fetch the Bolt Cutters.”
Music senior pursues psychological research
Blake Moore, music senior, is perfecting his creative and logical talents.
Opinion: A Sondheim Disco Fever Dream “more than just feel-good dance music”
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews “Losing My Mind: A Sondheim Disco Fever Dream.”
Opinion: Dua Lipa’s new album presents nostalgia for a better future
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Dua Lipa’s new album, “Future Nostalgia.”
Kristin Chenoweth hosts Zoom meetings with students
Performing arts students got to have a Zoom Q&A session with OCU alumna and artist-in-residence Kristin Chenoweth March 31.
Professor adds puppets to online instruction
While English Diction might not sound like the most fun class to some, an OCU vocal coaching instructor used puppets to entertain his students while teaching.
Opinion: Dear Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – 4/8
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on senior recitals, picking movies, and okie shame.
Opinion: Columnist reviews the fraudulent, theatrical music of Joe Exotic
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews the musical stylings of Joe Exotic.
Opinion: Childish Gambino’s new album defies pop conventions
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Childish Gambino’s “3.15.20.”
Acting senior prepares for new music release
Alison Sloan, acting senior, is working on her second album.
Editorial: Students should support peers’ new work
The editors encourage students to support their peers’ work, even if it’s not familiar.
