Violinist Alexandre da Costa iterates the sentiments of a true virtuoso: “When I play, my instrument becomes the extension of my soul." Audiences worldwide can attest to the emotional depth, expressive power, and technical precision that distinguishes da Costa's musicianship. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Alexandre da Co... read more
Former child prodigy Julian Lage, recognized for his uncanny improvisational ability, is a musical force to be reckoned with. When he was four years old, his father, a visual artist, had made him a plywood guitar, based on a Fender Esquire he’d traced from a Bruce Springsteen po... read more
The critically-acclaimed vocal ensemble, Cantus, is a testament to the power of the human voice. This truly versatile group transitions from Renaissance arrangements to 21st-century compositions with ease, captivating audiences worldwide as one of the few full-time vocal ensembles. Their musical excellence, hailed by The Washington Post for ... read more
Classical guitar remains timeless, and the Grammy award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet continues this tradition as one of the world’s most sought-after guitar ensembles. Popularly known as the LAGQ, the group boasts an impressive repertoire spanning critically-acclaimed transcriptions of Classical masterworks to the best of groundbreaking contemporary co... read more
In this day and age, it may be easy to think that authentic jazz and blues singers are few and far between. It’s true, but don’t despair: there are still those rare gems that bring their raw emotion, dusky tones, and technical skill to the contemporary stag... read more
Branford Marsalis has been a prominent figure of the jazz world for decades. Considered to be among the most respected jazz instrumentalists working in the U.S. today, he offers an unparalleled level of musical sophistication that continues to dazzle audiences. His website says it best: “Branford Ma... read more
UCCS Presents is excited to include Harlem Quartet as part of the Artist Series’ first season. This chamber music powerhouse will perform the likes of Grieg and Mozart on April 14th in the Chapman Foundations Recital Hall, bringing an unforgettable evening of iconic musical compositions to the Ent Ce... read more
Lauded as one of today’s most accomplished classical guitarists, multiple GRAMMY Award-winner Sharon Isbin expertly balances technical virtuosity and lyrical depth. She has played with over 200 orchestras at esteemed venues around the world. Isbin will perform the works of eight composers at the Ent Center for the Ar... read more
Recognized for creating an energetic atmosphere with a diverse palette of musical styles and unique arrangements, Boston Brass has been active for over 30 years as one of the most sought-after chamber music ensembles. They recently welcomed a new tuba player, William Russell. Boston Brass demonstrates impressive versatility through ... read more
Whether in dance, music, or theater, it is no easy task to balance time-tested tradition with the drive to break contemporary ground. Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is one of those dance companies that navigates this process with grace and ease, uniting the virtuosity of classically-trained dancers with the ... read more