Guest Presentation: Marching to Motown
Venue: Creativity and Innovation District LLC Building (Virginia Tech), Blacksburg
Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Event Types: Music, Speaking Engagements
Cost: Free
Description:
Virginia Tech School of Performing Arts presents the Guest Presentation "Marching to Motown" on Thursday, April 6, 2023 in the Creativity and Innovation District Residence Hall on the campus of Virginia Tech.

Ken Dye, director of bands at the University of Notre Dame, will share "Marching to Motown," a presentation that follows the rich musical heritage of African American music from 1868 to 1968 when the captivating rhythms of ragtime blended with jazz and transformed American music’s destiny.

From the evolution of New Orleans Jazz to Big Band Swing and Rock and Roll to the Motown Sound, Americans danced, sang, and moved to an exciting rhythm and energy that entertained the world.

Admission is free and no reservations are required.

Creativity and Innovation District Residence Hall is located at 185 Kent Street in Blacksburg, VA on the campus of Virginia Tech.

For more information, visit: https://www.performingarts.vt.edu/performances/2023/04/sopa-marchingtomotown.html or https://www.facebook.com/VTperformingarts or https://www.instagram.com/HokiesOnStage/.
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