“The Beauty of Color,” with Composer Brandon Waddles, Conductor Arianne Abela, and Local Historian Steve Strimer, moderated by Martin L. Garnar, Director of Libraries at Amherst College
Join us for this Zoom conversation with prominent contemporary composer Brandon Waddles, Amherst College Director of Choral Activities, Arianne Abela, and local historian Steve Strimer of the David Ruggles Center as we discuss the upcoming world premiere of Waddle’s new choral work, “The Beauty of Colour.” Dr. Waddles will also describe his career as a successful composer, and Dr. Abela will discuss her own journey to become a prominent conductor and soloist, as well as her professional vocal ensemble Kaleidoscope, which pursues “artistic excellence, while celebrating racial, ethnic, and gender diversity.” Moderated by Martin L. Garnar, Director of Libraries at Amherst College, with an introduction by Amherst Cultural Council co-Chair, Matt Holloway.
Event ZOOM Link: https://amherstcollege.zoom.us/j/97672843014…