Tag: Music

News

Small music venues in Pittsburgh struggle to make a profit off live performances

Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor Adam Klenovich frequented the Oakland neighborhood in high school to attend live music performances. In January, he helped found an independent music venue called Haven to create a permanent space for live entertainment in Oakland. The majority of attendees are college students from surrounding universities. “We love this community, and we see the potential in the community, but without an … Continue reading Small music venues in Pittsburgh struggle to make a profit off live performances

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
Features, Features

Henry and friends blast onto the scene

Alyssa Hempfield-Best | staff writer In the gymnasium of Peebles Elementary, Marshall Henry played the alto saxophone alongside his best friend, Max Golden, to a backing track of the song “Gonna Fly Now” by Bill Conti. Looking out into the audience of friends and family that surrounded him, he realized he wanted to play music forever. “That was kind of where I fell in love … Continue reading Henry and friends blast onto the scene

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
Features, Features

Abbey Road visit another “Day in the Life” for Kikta

Ella Fahey | staff writer Thomas Kikta, associate professor of music technology, has worked with a laundry list of big names, from Seth MacFarlane at ‘Family Guy’ to Jeff Bergman from ‘Looney Tunes.’ This summer, he added another big name to the list — Abbey Road Studios in London, England, where The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Lady Gaga have all recorded. Kikta was one of … Continue reading Abbey Road visit another “Day in the Life” for Kikta

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
Features

Summer in Music City: Student takes on Nashville

Kaitlyn Hughes | news editor Over the years, Blackbird Studio, a recording studio in Nashville, Tenn., has welcomed in music artists from Michael Bublé to Taylor Swift. But this summer, a Duquesne student occupied their studio space. Dino Iasella, a senior music technology major, spent the summer in Nashville interning at Blackbird, which houses state-of-the-art production facilities that have been used by multiple big name … Continue reading Summer in Music City: Student takes on Nashville

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
Arts & Entertainment

Sleeping At Last launches second installment of ‘Atlas’

Rebecca Jozwiak | staff writer | Spearheaded by musician Ryan O’Neal, Sleeping At Last’s newest album, “Atlas: Connect,” includes seven songs — the three original songs, supplemented with one acoustic rendition and three instrumental soundbites. Prior to this project’s release on Oct. 18, O’Neal’s project released a nine-song album entitled “Atlas: Survive” on July 26, featuring three original songs alongside acoustic and instrumental covers. The … Continue reading Sleeping At Last launches second installment of ‘Atlas’

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
Arts & Entertainment

Jazz fans cross state lines to celebrate during festival

Naomi Girson | staff writer The 14th annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival was hosted by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) during the weekend of Sept. 20. R&B artists performed electrifying jazz on Liberty Avenue with various sponsorship booths and local food vendors accompanying them. “With the celebration of the 15th anniversary of the opening of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, … Continue reading Jazz fans cross state lines to celebrate during festival

The Duquesne DukeLeave a comment
News

Professor brings more than just music to Ukraine and other countries in need

by Mary Liz Flavin | news editor April 7, 2022 At the age of 15, Andre was adopted by his new family and was set to leave Ukraine on March 10 of this year. Before he could begin his new life, the Russian invasion began on Feb 24, pulling young Andre away from his new parents. Over the next few days, Andre’s parents actively searched … Continue reading Professor brings more than just music to Ukraine and other countries in need

The Duquesne Duke
Arts & Entertainment

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, hello smooth jazz!

by Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor March 24, 2022 On Sunday, March 20, the Duquesne University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Vocal Ensemble “crocodile” rocked the night away to celebrate the on-going legacy of pop artist Elton John.  Taking the main stage in the Power Center Ballroom, featured soloists dazzled audiences with  John’s storytelling and vigor, impressing many with classic hits and hidden gems alike.  Beginning … Continue reading Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, hello smooth jazz!

The Duquesne Duke
Features

Regional Band Festival showcases Duquesne and student success

by Emma Polen | features editor March 17, 2022 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) hosted its Region 1 Band Festival on Friday, March 11, with guest conductor and Duquesne alumni, Donald McKinney.  The performance featured 155 students from 60 high schools across Western Pennsylvania, and took place in the Mt. Lebanon High School auditorium.  The band was made up of student musicians from two district … Continue reading Regional Band Festival showcases Duquesne and student success

The Duquesne Duke
Arts & Entertainment

Duquesne student writes composition for band festival

by Isabella Abbott | staff writer Feb. 3, 2022 Last Saturday afternoon, Duquesne Composition for Media major and horn player, Elizabeth Pompa, had her new composition, “Clepsydra,” performed during the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) festival in the Powers Center Ballroom.  Pompa said she was honored when her professor and conductor, Dr. James Gourlay, gave her the opportunity to have a live concert band perform … Continue reading Duquesne student writes composition for band festival

The Duquesne Duke