Friday, December 11, 2009
Opera/Theater Ensemble
If you enjoy musicals and opera, then you do not want to miss this performance. The Opera/Theater Workshop will be performing selections from loved operas and musicals - this performance will have something for everyone.
Come see the Opera/Theater Workshop perform on Friday, December 11th at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus. This event is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
The Flute Ensemble
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Chamber Choir, Women's Choir & Community Choir
The Chamber Choir is the select choral ensemble of the Kendall Campus. Composed primarily of vocal majors, the group performs frequently both on campus as well as in the community. The Chamber Choir performs a wide variety of classical music with emphasis on the development of performance skills both as a choral singer and soloist.
The Miami Dade Women's Choir is the only choral ensemble focused solely on women's literature. It provides students with the opportunity to study and perform a variety of choral literature representing a wide variety of styles, historical periods, and languages. The course equips students with the tools needed to develop good choral vocal technique and musicianship through a wide variety of oral, aural and written skills.
The Miami Dade College Community Choir is a major choral ensemble on campus that provides students with the opportunity to study and perform a variety of choral literature representing a wide variety of styles, historical periods, and languages.
Come see the Chamber Choir, Women's Choir and Community Choir perform John Rutter's Gloria on Sunday, December 6th at 4:00 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church located on SW 144th St. and Old Cutler.
This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Student Guitar Concert & Guitar Ensemble
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Theatrical Performance of "Come Blow Your Horn"
Written by Neil Simon
Directed by Deborah C. Mello
December 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12 at 8:00 p.m.
December 6 & 13 at 2:00 p.m.
A big city swinger teaches his sheltered brother how to become a chick magnet.
The Studio Theater is located at M113 in the Martin and Pat Fine Center for the Arts.
Free Admission, no reservations.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
The house opens one-half hour before curtain time. Plan to arrive early to assure seating. No one will be admitted after the play begins or seating capacity has been met.
For more information call 305-237-2203.
Celebration Jazz Choir
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Faculty Guitar Concert
MDC will provide a unique opportunity for students and the general public to see some of the music department's finest and internationally acclaimed guitarists perform at the Kendall Campus. Such artist include Mitch Farber, Tom Lippincott, Carlos Molina, Sandy Poltarack and Juan Carlos Vera featuring Matt Bonelli, Jon Dadurka and Rafael Valencia on bass and Jack Ciano on drums.
Come see The Faculty Guitar Recital on Tuesday, November 24th at 7:30 pm at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Writers' Block (Spoken Word Concert)
A Journey on Variations & Improvisation: From Bach to Jazz
"Bad News Brown" Harmonica Player
BAD NEWS BROWN (aka Paul Frappier) is a true sonic pioneer, blazing new trails by pairing the compelling sound of his chief instrument, the harmonica, with Hip-Hop beats and rhymes.
The Hip-Hop MC along with his signature sound has taken him from his humble beginnings - as a teenage busker in the streets of Montreal - to touring 2000+ venues - opening for Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, 50 Cent, Aerosmith, The Eagles, N.E.R.D., Soulja Boy, Ciara, Common, Lloyd Banks, Jadakiss, Common, John Legend, Gym Class Heroes, Booba (Fr), Sinik (Fr) etc.. and accompanying on stage Nas, Ice T, Cypress Hill, and De La Soul.
Come see "Bad News Brown" on Wednesday, Nov. 18th at 12 noon at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus, McCarthy Auditorium, room 6120.
The event is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
The Salsa Ensemble, the Community Jazz Ensemble and the Studio Jazz Band
Monday, November 16, 2009
MDC Instrumental Chamber Music
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Student Solo Recital
Recitals are an integral part of Miami Dade College music student's education. In keeping with MDC's mission, it is essential that all students have the opportunity to perform, and perform often, in public.
Come hear our students perform on Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 p.m. at the Fascell Conference Center, Room K-413, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus.
This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Gift of Lamban
The Gift of the Lamban
A dancing journey inspired by the life of Anthropologist, Choreographer and Cultural Icon---Miss Katherine Dunham!
It is unknown passage of time and still humanity is stricken with a need for war and greed...
Come see The Gift of Lamban on Friday, November 13th and Saturday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus.
Admission: $5 donation.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Jazz Workshop and Jazz Band
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
MDC Wind Symphony
Monday, November 2, 2009
Choir Performance
The Miami Dade College Community Choir is a major choral ensemble on campus that provides students with the opportunity to study and perform a variety of choral literature representing a wide variety of styles, historical periods, and languages.
The Miami Dade Women's Choir is the only choral ensemble focused solely on women's literature. It provides students with the opportunity to study and perform a variety of choral literature representing a wide variety of styles, historical periods, and languages. The course equips students with the tools needed to develop good choral vocal technique and musicianship through a wide variety of oral, aural and written skills.
The Chamber Choir is the select choral ensemble of the Kendall Campus. Composed primarily of vocal majors, the group performs frequently both on campus as well as in the community. The Chamber Choir performs a wide variety of classical music with emphasis on the development of performance skills both as a choral singer and soloist.
Come see the Community Choir, Women's Choir and Chamber Singers perform on Monday, November 2nd at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus.
This event is free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Faculty Woodwind Quintet
Friday, October 23, 2009
3rd Annual Emerging Artists Dance Conert
School Of Dance Presents Student Choreography
MIAMI, FL (October 5, 2009) – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Miami Dade College Kendall Campus will present two evenings of contemporary dance on October 23 and 24, 2009. The program of student choreographed works ranges from traditional West African dance to cutting edge American contemporary dance.
The featured choreographers and their respective works are: Malcom Barraza Deception of Honesty, Charles Jackson & Ashley Spence What’s Reality, Andrea Jonusas Awakening… Kerrie Simone Made Up My Mind, Julien Valme In the Left, and Brittany Williams Inner Love, the Prophet, and D’Joli.
Ms. Brittany Williams whose work will be featured in this showcase was a scholarship Fellow at the American Dance Festival 2009. She will be completing the Dance Associate program at Miami Dade College and continuing her studies in Trinidad and Tobago as an Artist in Residence with the world renowned Makeda Thomas and her Roots and Wings Movement. Ms. Williams caused a stir at the Miami Dade College 2008 The Art of Dance Concert with the presentation of her provocative work, We Did Not Hang Ourselves a contemporary modern dance piece exploring the history of lynching in America. Ms. Williams was also featured at the 2009 American College Dance Festival Southeastern Conference where she was invited to present Sisterhood in the Gala Performance.
Produced by Dance Department Coordinator, Michelle Grant-Murray, the Emerging Artist Dance Concert is a kinetic, high energy showcase for the community to see new artists and choreographers before they hit the national scene. Miami audiences will be wise to take advantage of seeing these rising young stars during their upward trajectory
The Emerging Artists Dance Concert performances are being held at McCarthy Theatre, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, 11011 SW 104th Street, Miami, Florida 33176.
Performance times are as follows: Friday, October 23---11:00am matinee & 7:30pm evening performances and Saturday October 24 @ 7:30pm. Tickets for this event are $5.00 per person
Photos and interview opportunities available, Media Contact: Jarene Williams 305.609.8502 jarenebf@yahoo.com or Michelle Grant Murray at 305-237-2426 or e-mail: mgrantmu@mdc.edu
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Broadway in Review
If you enjoy Broadway & musicals, then you do not want to miss this performance. Ken Blatt and Sheila Barrish will be performing selections from famous musicals - this performance will have something for everyone.
Come see the Broadway in Review on Thursday, Oct. 22nd at 7:30 p.m. at the Studio Theater, Room M113, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus.
This event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
MDC Chamber Choir & Women's Choir
The Chamber Choir is the select choral ensemble of the Kendall Campus. Composed primarily of vocal majors, the group performs frequently both on campus as well as in the community. The Chamber Choir performs a wide variety of classical music with emphasis on the development of performance skills both as a choral singer and soloist.
The Miami Dade Women's Choir is the only choral ensemble focused solely on women's literature. It provides students with the opportunity to study and perform a variety of choral literature representing a wide variety of styles, historical periods, and languages. The course equips students with the tools needed to develop good choral vocal technique and musicianship through a wide variety of oral, aural and written skills.
Come see the Chamber Choir and Women's Choir on Wednesday, October 21st at 12 noon at Riverside Baptist Church located on 107th Ave. & 104th St.
This event is free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
The Virgin of Little Havana
Written by Hector Pino
Directed by Brad Beckman
In 1980, the typical but dysfunctional MartÃnez family emigrated from Cuba. Four years later, religion, spirituality and South Florida may never be the same.
This is a bilingual production.
October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 &17 at 8:00 p.m.
October 11 & 18 at 2:00 p.m.
The Studio Theater is located at M113 in the Martin and Pat Fine Center for the Arts.
Free Admission, no reservations.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
The house opens one-half hour before curtain time. Plan to arrive early to assure seating. No one will be admitted after the play begins or seating capacity has been met.
For more information call 305-237-2203.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Writers' Block (Spoken Word Concert)
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Hispanic Music Concert
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Faculty Jazz Concert
The jazz faculty at Miami Dade College are not just educators, they are consummate performers and active recording artists. With experience in the music industry, they enhance our students' knowledge during their college career at Miami Dade.
Come see The Miami Dade Jazz Faculty Concert perform on Tuesday, October 6th at 7:30 pm at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Kendall Campus to host welcome-home celebration for former student and 'So You Think You Can Dance' runner-up on Friday
Brandon Bryant, a former Miami Dade College dance student and season five runner-up on Fox Television’s “So You Think You Can Dance" (SYTYCD), will return to Kendall Campus on Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, 10-11 a.m., in the McCarthy Auditorium, for a welcome-home celebration, question-and-answer segment and dance performance. The 19-year old Miami native will be introduced in ceremonious fashion by his former dance instructor and mentor Professor Michelle Grant-Murray, college officials, and others.
Bryant placed second behind Miami resident Jeanine Mason during the season-five finale of the popular televised dance show. A favorite of the judges throughout the competition, the experienced dancer remained confident yet humble moments before the final results were announced. "I did for a split second think that I could have a chance," said Bryant. "But I knew [Jeanine] was strong, and I knew that I was strong. This time was for her reach, not mine."
Bryant currently resides in Salt Lake City where he is a member of the professional dance company Odyssey Dance Theatre. He began dancing ballet at age 10, and has performed professionally ever since; including a stint with the College’s own Jubilation Dance Ensemble.
It was Bryant’s time at MDC -- attending classes, performing and choreographing for Jubilee, and mentoring other students -- that served as the perfect foundation for SYTYCD. “I enjoyed my time at MDC and it worked with my schedule because I was able to space out the time during the day,” Bryant said. “Being a part of the dance program here really helped me; and my instructor [Professor Grant-Murray] is the most amazing technician because of the different styles of dance she would bring in. It really opened my eyes to the world with international and spiritual dance styles.”
During the show’s taping, Bryant was surrounded by a bevy of local talent, including New World School of the Arts at MDC graduate Vitolio Jeune who made it to the Top 14 before being eliminated during week five of the competition.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
The Flute Ensemble
Monday, July 27, 2009
MDC Choir
Friday, July 24, 2009
Trombone Recital
"So You Think You Can Dance" Former MDC Student Finalist
Brandon Bryant, is a finalist on the nationally televised dance competition on Fox Network, “So You Think You Can Dance”. Bryant is a former Dance Major at Miami Dade College Kendall Campus who participated in the dance studio of Michelle Grant-Murray. Watch on the Fox Network as the competition continues.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Reflections: A Dance Journey
Monday, July 20, 2009
MDC Choir
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Faculty Woodwind Quintet
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Wolfson Jazz Big Band
Come and enjoy and evening of Latin Jazz with the Wolfson Jazz Band on Tuesday, July 7th, at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus. They will perform the music of Rafael Valencia, Gordon Goodwin, Michael Philip Mossman, Bobby Sanabria, and more. The event is free and open to the public.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Art of the Dance
The community is invited to attend Miami Dade College/Kendall Campus’ Art of the Dance Spring Dance Concert, Friday, April 24 & Sunday, April 26, 2009. The performance will take place at Miami Dade College/Kendall Campus, McCarthy Theater (room 6120) at 7:30pm, 11011 SW 104 Street. Enjoy an evening of Dance showcasing Miami’s most esteemed and prestigious young dance artist of MDC/Kendall Campus, Jubilation Dance Ensemble, as they weave in and out of time with exuberance and exceptional artistic skill. The Art of the Dance is a celebration of the unique cultural experience that preserves and enriches the diversity of South Florida.
MDC’S Jubilation Dance Ensemble will honor Bridget Baker, owner of 6th Street Dance Studio with the prestigious Star Award. The Star Award is given to individuals and organization who exhibit outstanding artistic merit in Miami Dade County.
Afua Hall, Michelle Grant-Murray and Brittany Williams will present choreography that is distinctive, detailed and dynamic. The diversity and range of emotions explored reaches the center core of humanity. The dancers have extended the choreographers perceptions and thoughts with great detail, synthesized with a poignant and kinesthetic charge.
Michelle Grant-Murray will present Epiphany, an original work which premiered at the American College Dance Festival/Southeastern Conference in 2009. Epiphany, features elements of contemporary modern dance styles and elements of African Diaspora dance movement. The choreography with its raw and fluid gestures, examines the dichotic movement of change and enlightenment.
Afua Hall, former Philadanco performer, is the featured Artist-In-Resident. Ms. Hall will delight and intrigue audiences with her provocative, riveting and organic choreographic style. The work, Tough Love, fuses comedy, theatre, and contemporary traditions of modern dance to examine the unspoken rules of gender specification. Ms. Hall will also perform Afreeka, a celebration of a dancehall queen, her bold in your face attitude and her feminine qualities.
Brittany Williams, an emerging dance artist, will premiere We Did Not Hang Ourselves. Miss Williams scrutinizes the politics and emotions of manipulative relationships. The artistry and riveting choreographic style is unrefined, authentic and innovative. Miss Williams captures the essence of confinement, freedom and sovereignty.
Tickets for this event are $5.00 per person. Children 5 and under are admitted free. For more information and reservations please contact Michelle Grant-Murray at 305-237-2282
What: Art of the Dance
When: Friday, April 24 & Sunday, April 26, 2009
Showtime: 7:30pm on Friday & 4:00pm on Sunday
Where: Miami Dade College/Kendall Campus
McCarthy Theater/room 6120
11011 SW 104th Street
Miami, Florida 33176
Admission: $5.00 General Admission, children 5 and under are admitted free
For more information please call: 305-237-2426 or e-mail: mgrantmu@mdc.edu
Monday, April 20, 2009
Orestes
Adapted by Brad Beckman
Directed by Deborah C. Mello
April 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25 at 8:00 p.m.
April 19 & 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Blood and passion have long plagued the House of Atreus and Orestes' crime is far from the first. But the tragic flaw he bears is one we all bear. Innocence, guilt, honor and shame collide in this contemporary adaptation of Euripides' timeless tragedy.
The Studio Theatre is located at M113 in the Martin and Pat Fine Center for the Arts.
Free Admission, no reservations.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
The house opens one-half hour before curtain time. Plan to arrive early to assure seating. No one will be admitted after the play begins or seating capacity has been met.
For more information call 305-237-2203.
Student Recital
Recitals are an integral part of Miami Dade College music student's education. In keeping with MDC's mission, it is essential that all students have the opportunity to perform, and perform often, in public.
Come hear our students perform on Monday, April 20th at 7:300 p.m. at the Fascell Conference Center, Room K-413, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus.
This event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Choir Concert
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Flute Ensemble and Woodwind Ensemble
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Chamber Winds and Percussion Concert
Jane Pyle Composition Competition
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Small Jazz Groups Concert
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Faculty Guitar Concert
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Celebration Show Choir
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Congratulations to the Kendall Campus Jubilation Dance Ensemble
Congratulations are in order for the Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus Jubilation Dance Ensemble, under the direction of Michelle Grant-Murray, performed at the American College Dance Festival Southeastern Regional Conference at Middle Tennessee University in Murfreesboro Tennessee.
Britani Edwards and Brittany Williams performed a choreography entitled: "Sisterhood, a work depicting two young women struggling for survival in an un-flourished society". The duo were selected to perform in the " Gala Concert " from among hundreds of dancers from around the United States. The work premiered in October 2008 in the Miami Dade College Kendall Campus "Emerging Artist Dance Showcase" and has been performed on numerous occasions throughout the Miami Community.
MDC-Kendall, Lighting Designer, Daniel Perez, created a visual masterpiece incorporating the vivid illumination creating an organic mood of ambiance, unity and emergence. Costumes were designed by Michelle Grant Murray and Courtney Harris, created a visceral image of nature. The work was adjudicated by Ursula Pain (Slippery Rock University), Maureen Keefe (Jacob's Pillow & SUNY Brockport), Mark Borchlet (Southern Methodist University).
Monday, March 30, 2009
Men's Choir & Community Choir
Friday, March 27, 2009
High School Piano Competition
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Art of Jazz Band
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Jay Brown's Retirement Concert
Jay Brown is a Professor in the Music Department of Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus, and has taught here since 1974. He has been music director and conductor of the Community Orchestra, Concert Band, and Woodwind Ensemble. He has conducted two major choral festival concerts with the combined choruses of Miami Dade College, accompanied by the Florida Philharmonic.
Jay Brown is a graduate of Ithaca College in New York and holds a Masters degree in Conducting from the University of Miami. He studied conducting with Frederick Fennell, the founder of the Eastman Wind ensemble and was his orchestral and wind ensemble conducting assistant while at the University of Miami. He was also the musical director and conductor of the American Musical Theater in Wiesbaden, Germany in 1969 and 1970.
In addition to conducting, Jay Brown is known internationally as a performer on Musical Glasses or Glass Harp. He performs frequently in the Miami area, at Florida Renaissance Festivals and for students on campus in concert and in the music classes he teaches.
Currently he teaches many sections of Music Appreciation, specializing in providing students with a broad listening experience and placing the development of music in Western Civilization within the broader field of the history of ideas.
Come see Jay Brown's Retirement concert on Thursday, March 19th at 7:30 p.m. at the McCarthy Auditorium, Room 6120, at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
MDC Honor Band
The purpose of the Miami Dade College Honors Band is to provide a service of extraordinary artistic experience to the music students of Miami Dade County and to serve as a recruiting event for Miami Dade College. The Miami Dade College Honor Band Festival is an event developed for the purpose of recognizing the achievements of exceptional high school musicians.
The Annual Miami Dade College High School Honor Band performance will be held at Miami Dade College, Kendall Campus on March 14 at 7:30 p.m.
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