Interlude - October 1
October 1, 2020
Livestreamed local artists, concerts for kids, and more
Welcome back to Interlude, where we celebrate the return of on-site events at the Center even as we point out wonderful arts opportunities to enjoy online.
New livestream series brings local talent to you
Indiana is blessed with a vibrant music community, and those working musicians are having a tough year. Meanwhile, the national and international headliners who typically play the Palladium are taking a break from the road. But folks, the Center is turning those lemons into lemonade with a new series called Live at the Center, featuring performances by top Hoosier talent in a range of genres, livestreamed to your favorite computery device or smart TV in stereo sound and multi-camera HD video.
The series kicks off Oct. 23 with a jazz quartet performance from guitarist-composer Charlie Ballantine, who is gaining national notice with bold instrumental projects like his new album inspired by the literary works of Kurt Vonnegut. The schedule includes other great local artists in pop, soul, classical music and indie rock, and the coolest part is that the musicians get paid, but the shows are free to watch. Click here to see the inaugural schedule for Live at the Center.
Kids’ concerts return to campus
Over the weekend, the Center’s popular Faegre Drinker Peanut Butter & Jam performance series for little ones began a new season – and entered a new era – with physically distanced families enjoying Indianapolis band Dorin in the Studio Theater while the proceedings were livestreamed to Facebook. If you enjoy cute kids dancing to ridiculously catchy songs, you can watch the recap on our page.
Next up in the monthly Saturday morning series is a Halloween-themed Oct. 31 show (wear your costumes!) from guitarist-vocalist Ruditoonz, known for his family-friendly rock ’n’ roll stylings. Learn more about upcoming Faegre Drinker PB&J shows here.
We really just want to say thanks
It is literally true that the Center, without the generous support of its donors and sponsors, could not maintain its mission to engage and inspire the Central Indiana community through enriching arts experiences. Our staffers believe in the work we do, so we have employed cutting-edge digital technology to express our personal thanks, not only to the people who support the arts financially, but to all of our patrons who understand what we’re trying to do here.
You deserve to experience our gratitude, so we’ll be disappointed if you don’t enjoy this brief video.
An autumn-inspired Masterclass Moment
Ella Fitzgerald wasn’t the only artist to sing those delicious lyrics, “Why does it seem so inviting? Autumn in New York, it spells the thrill of first-knighting.” This week’s Songbook Academy Masterclass Moment features a throwback to a young alum, Joshua Reinier, who performed this seasonal tune right here on the Palladium stage in 2015.
Whether you’re in the mood to hear a talented youngster sing and scat his way through a classic jazz standard or prefer to pick up a few tips from the masters, artistic director Michael Feinstein and Broadway star Laura Osnes, you’re in for a Thursday afternoon musical treat!
Watch this moment now – or tune in on Facebook this coming Monday at 7:30 p.m. for the Songbook Academy’s final episode before this series takes a short intermission during the 2021 application season.
This week in performing arts history
Oct. 1 (today!): In 1880, John Philip Sousa is named director of the U.S. Marine Corps Band. Later known as the “March King,” he would compose over 100 marches, including “Stars and Stripes Forever,” the designated national march of the United States, and "Semper Fidelis,” the official march of the Marine Corps.
Also Oct. 1: In 1962, Barbra Streisand signs her first recording contract with Columbia Records. Her debut release, The Barbra Streisand Album, would win two Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, making her the youngest artist to earn that honor. Over the years, she recorded several tunes penned by songwriter and jazz singer Ann Hampton Callaway, who played the Palladium in 2015 with a show titled The Barbra Streisand Songbook.
Oct. 2: In 2003, the Alan Menken and Howard Ashman musical Little Shop of Horrors makes its Broadway debut after several years Off-Broadway. In 2012, Carmel Repertory Theater brought the show to the Center’s Studio Theater and played for three weeks to full houses.
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