PROFESSIONAL ARTS ON THE CAMPUS OF
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES

 

Saturday
27Feb2010

KINKY

NEO-MEX ROCK.

Rock en Español took a thrilling direction when Kinky debuted in Mexico more than a decade ago. An intelligent manifestation of rock, electronic, and Latin rhythms, Kinky is in a realm of their own, producing riveting sounds and mixes. Distincly unique and clearly authentic, the five-member group is certain to deliver an unforgettable performance that is as modern as it is retro.

A FAVORITE.

Since performing hits from their Barracuda album live on KCRW's Morning Becomes Eclectic, Kinky has further catapolted themselves to the ranks of indie rock masters.

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Saturday
06Mar2010

JOSHUA REDMAN

WUNDERKIND TO LEGEND.

Joshua Redman is one of the most acclaimed and charismatic jazz artists to have emerged in recent times. Born in Berkeley, California, he is the son of legendary saxophonist Dewey Redman, A jazz wunderkind during his college days at Harvard, he opted out of law school to pursue jazz and along the way has become a prolific contributor to the art form.

TRANSFORMATIVE.

Joshua Redman is known for being an adventurous musician. The New York Times notes that he is "adept at writing both lyrically and rhythmically, and knows when the twain should part, creating an episode of engaging storytelling on one tune, circling the head of the tune with just four or five notes immediately after." Joshua Redman is a genius on the road to the ranks of saxophone legends Charlie Parker and John Coltrane, but creating a realm entirely his own along the way.

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Saturday
13Mar2010

DIANNE REEVES

MASTERFULLY PURE.

Undeniably one of the most important jazz vocalists in history, Dianne Reeves' impact on the art form is deeply rooted. Respected universally as a phenomenal musician with a creative and innovative arsenal in her pocket, Ms. Reeves receives applause and admiration without ever having to ask.

FIERCELY IN CONTROL.

Her incredible artistic range is well-known throughout the world. The Seattle Times wrote that "her three-plus, pellucid octaves, diva-like delivery and intimate sense of a song have long made her one of the most compelling vocalists in jazz," and the People Magazine noted that "she roams and explores, growls and catches at notes and phrasings. It is this audacity that makes Reeves’ voice an awesome instrument."

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Saturday
27Mar2010

RUBBERBANDANCE

RADICALLY INNOVATIVE.

Presenting choreographic works that examine human relationships, this extraordinary collection of world-class dancers articulates the perfect marriage between explosive hip-hop physicality and the subtle profoundness of contemporary story telling. A combination of the narrative, the spectacular, and freedom of break dancing with the abstraction, nuances, and technique of contemporary dance results in a true hybrid of dance forms. 

QUÉBECOIS WITH CALI ROOTS.

Under the direction of distinguished dancer and choreographer Victor Quijada, Rubberbandance has soared to extraordinary levels. The Los Angeles native formulates a refined repertoire that amalgamates his early roots with his transplanted foundation.

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