Chilean singer-songwriter Víctor Jara (1932-1973) is renowned for his role in protest music and his support for leftist causes through the New Song movement. After being brutally murdered following the 1973 coup, Jara became a martyr for the movement. This presentation explores Jara’s queerness, examining its impact on his role in the Communist Party and suggesting new interpretations of his music through a queer perspective.
Blacktronika, initiated by Charlie Dark in 1999 and expanded through King Britt's University of California course, addresses the historical exclusion of innovators of color in electronic music. As electronic music evolves into a major industry, Blacktronika seeks to rectify this oversight by highlighting the contributions of these influential artists. King Britt will discuss how a lived experience approach is reshaping university practices in electronic music.
This event is free and open to the public. The Penn Symphony opens their season with two epic symphonic works. It promises to be an evening full of wondrous harmonies, sublime melodies and triumphant endings as the orchestra takes you on a magnificent journey into the sound world of these two symphonic icons. Please join us for this special evening of glorious music-making!
Texas State University and Director of FlowStory Raphael Travis Jr will explore how expressive arts, particularly Hip Hop culture, positively influence mental health and well-being through recent research. The presentation discuss how intentional use of Hip Hop can support personal and community outcomes, and provide interactive exercises demonstrating its applications in education, research, and practice.