MUSIC
Yale Concert Band to debut “The Pursuit of Happiness” this Friday

The Yale Concert Band will perform a concert of works entwined with Yale’s legacy, including the world premiere of Jim Colonna’s “The Pursuit of Happiness.”

FINALfinal.png: Max Stern ARC ’25’s vision of a Rave Arts Space

A community for DJs is found at FINALfinal.png, an event organization where Yale’s graduate students come together to create and share music.

IN PHOTOS: Yale Symphony Orchestra Halloween Show

Yale Symphony Orchestra delivers an exciting performance composed of live music and a student-made film screening in celebration of Halloween.

REVIEW: Laufey, human waves, social clout: Yale Symphony Orchestra’s Halloween concert delivers yet again

On Halloween night, Yale Symphony Orchestra delivered a laughter-filled evening to nearly 2,000 students at Woolsey Hall – all while dressed up in eccentric costumes.

A documentary on Toad’s Place? Here’s what you need to know

Slated to release in 2025, a new film honors Toad’s Night Club’s near 50-year legacy, as well as the venue’s history and development.

REVIEW: Jeremy Denk brings Charles Ives’ whimsical and deeply human music to life

On the 150th anniversary of Charles Ives’ birthday, Jeremy Denk performed a stunning program honoring the composer.

Meet some of Yale’s singer-songwriters darlings

The News spoke to three Yale songwriters about how they use music to connect with others — highlighting the inspirations, challenges and opportunities they’ve found on campus.

After a year-long hiatus, Korean music collective Hangarak returns to campus

Since the COVID-19 outbreak, Hangarak has had an inconsistent presence on campus. This year, the group’s leaders are trying to make a comeback.

Chabad and Yale Friends of Israel to bring popular Israeli singer-songwriter Ishay Ribo to Toad’s Place on Monday

Ribo’s previous performance at Harvard, organized in support of Israel, drew protests and boycotts. The concert organizers hope that the performance at Yale will bring unity and joy.

Spring Fling 2024 showcases rising student talent and mainstream acts

A celebration of spring and student camaraderie, the highly anticipated music festival included a line-up of student acts, Seldom Street, Strictly Platonic and VNA, and headliners such as Coco & Breezy, Dayglow and Swae Lee.

Kathy Sommers on sharing her wisdom with the next generation of musicians

The Grammy U Conference in New York City shared life-changing resources with up-and-coming artists.