2018-2019 Music Series

Rodney Crowell demonstrates his strengths as a songwriter and illustrates how he has learned to balance personal recollection, literary sophistication, and his profound musical reach.

Rhonda Vincent is a firecracker of talent that powers a breathtaking, must-see performance that reaches beyond the boundaries of bluegrass.

Dennis Quaid and the Sharks have been performing in front of thousands of people receiving rave reviews. He is not just another actor turned rock star, he is a rock star.

"Dougie MacLean is Scotland's pre-eminent singer-songwriter and a national musical treasure” (SingOut USA) who has developed a unique blend of songwriting and instrumental composition.

Matt Stansberry & The Romance is a nine-piece, American rock 'n roll band that has developed has developed their own sound by blending American popular music, blues, R&B, soul, and funk.

Bettye LaVette is no mere singer. Her gift is being able to take a song, whether well known or obscure, from any genre and making it completely her own.

Enjoy a thrilling musical celebration of three of Britain’s legendary songwriters: Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Elton John, and Sir Paul McCartney.

It was a vision of musical stardom as a Detroit teen that inspired Mary Wilson, along with Diana Ross and Florence Ballard, to found one of the most successful female singing groups in recording history — The Supremes.

Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music.

Dustbowl Revival is an Americana and soul band with eight full-time members who mash the sounds of New Orleans funk, bluegrass, soul, pre-war blues, and roots music.

Benise’s FUEGO! features the passion and grace of Flamenco dancing combined with fiery Spanish guitar.

Carlene Carter has never shied away from being the heiress to the legacy of country music’s foremost family.

Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, and educator Orbert Davis is co-founder, conductor, and artistic director of Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), a 55+ piece symphonic jazz orchestra dedicated to bringing together audiences of diverse backgrounds through multi-genre projects.