Tag: janis joplin
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Chicago Tap Theatre to perform with live jazz quartet in Colorado Springs
Don’t be surprised when a tap dancer from Chicago Tap Theatre busts out a handpan drum solo or an a cappella song midshow. Many great tap dancers are also great musicians, which makes sense, as they’re making music with their feet. “To truly be a great tap dancer, one needs a strong degree of musical…
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Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association hires professional jazz singer, educator as new executive director
A professional jazz singer is now at the helm of Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association. Deborah Liles took over as executive director this month, filling the position that Keven Stewart left this year, after serving in the role since 2015. “I wanted a job I could use my experience in,” Liles said. “I’ve had so…