Music Category
Is This Freedom? Idle Times in Nashville
May. 3, 2012—Finals Week 2012 has been both a blessing and a curse. I lucked out only having two finals this time around, but I had six days of nothing (I mean, six days to study) between my exams! Before hitting the books once again, I took some time to enjoy a few days with my fellow Commodores...
How I Stay Sane Through Finals
May. 2, 2012—It’s a stressful time of year, no doubt. However, I have a few habits and tricks that tend to keep me sane during finals.
I Might As Well Be Living in The Sound of Music
Apr. 24, 2012—It's concert and performance season, and I'm not missing any opportunities to cheer on my friends in their musical endeavors. Perhaps one day their talents will rub off on me. Fingers crossed!
Rites of Spring 2012
Apr. 24, 2012—This year marks my second year of going to Rites of Spring at Vanderbilt. Even though I didn't know any of the artists coming super well, I love the atmosphere of Rites and the awesome meal plan food options (like The Grilled Cheeserie). Here's a summary of my experience that weekend:
Rites of Spring: A Summary
Apr. 18, 2012—Tomorrow, Thursday April 19 – Saturday April 21 is Vanderbilt’s annual spring music festival, Rites of Spring. Unfortunately, as I am abroad, I am missing it…but for those of you who don’t know about it, here is the research my aching heart did to try and make up for what I’m missing.
VUCC Banquet
Apr. 16, 2012—Last night one of the organizations I am a part of, Vanderbilt University Concert Choir, had our annual spring banquet. For our banquet we drive to Joelton, TN, which is about 35 minutes away from campus, to Shadowbrook retreat center. Shadowbrook is a beautiful place with a small man-made lake and a dining area that...
Facing Empty Spaces
Apr. 15, 2012—In addition to attending The Liar (and organizing the talkback!) last weekend, I also saw the latest Original Cast show!
Living Sounds Concert
Apr. 9, 2012—Last Wednesday I went to my first concert at the Blair School of Music, and I had a great time! I went to the Living Sounds Concert, which is a concert put on by Blair several times throughout the year. It offers a chance for student composers to premiere pieces they have been working on,...