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By Katie Venit tify” classical music. An article in title role in “Samson et Dalila.” Assistant A&E Editor the May 8, 1993 issue of The Wash- Other notable appearances for ington Post described a meeting Graves include a concert at the The 2000-2001 Secrest Artists of these two artists: “When one 1999 Nobel Peace Prize Awards in Series will present a variety of thinks of the harp, often rippling Oslo, Norway in which she was the classical performers, from a flute swirls of sound come to mind. only classical music artist invited and harp duet to the “River- But how often do we associate to perform. She is also a frequent dance” fiddler. the instrument with, say, Amer- guest star on the famous children’s The season will start with flut- ican blues, or with Japanese show “Sesame Street.” ist Eugenia Zukerman and harp- Kyoto music? (Zukerman and Despite this résumé, Graves ist Yolanda Kondonassis on Sept. Kondonassis) provided an exqui- does not confine her style to oper- 21. site evening of imaginatively pro- atic. She is a sought-after master of Zukerman was born in Cam- grammed works, ranging from English Art Song, Broadway musi- bridge, Mass. She entered Bar- Gershwin, Persichetti and Scarlatti cals, crossover and jazz music and nard College and intended to to Japanese and Chinese works, American spirituals. major in English, but soon she along with French Impression- A native of Washington, D.C., decided to transfer to The Julliard ism.” Graves attended Duke Ellington School where she studied with Kondonassis, one of America’s School for the Performing Arts. Julius Baker, a renowned flutist. foremost harpists, was born in She attended Oberlin College Zukerman has played at sev- Norman, Okla. She has studied Conservatory of Music and the eral world-famous music festivals, the harp since she was 9 years New England Conservatory. including the Aspen Music Fes- old and attended the Interlochen Graves has released many CDs tival and the Mostly Mozart Fes- Arts Academy for high school. including a recording of spiritu- tival. She has released several She received her bachelor’s and als, Angels Watching Over Me, albums, including Aria, a collec- master’s degrees at the Cleveland and a collection of French arias, tion of opera favorites, and Incan- Institute of Music. Among several Héroïnes de l’Opéra romantique tation, a selection of her solo flute other releases, Kondonassis’ latest Franéais. recordings. release features a harp transcrip- Graves will perform for the Other than her flute career, tion of Vivaldi’s “The Four Sea- Secrest Artists Series with the Win- this Renaissance woman may be sons.” Courtesy of News Services ston-Salem Piedmont Triad Sym- known from her 19 years on “CBS Kondonassis wants to change phony March 22. the image of the harp as a ABOVE: The Bang On A Can All-Stars and RIGHT: the Sunday Morning” as the arts cor- Takács String Quartet are just two of the groups lined Eileen Ivers will close out the gentle instrument. “Most people’s respondent. up for this year’s Secrest Artist Series. Secrest Season March 22 with her Zukerman is also the author of images of the harp are rather lov- band, playing various Irish tunes three screenplays and two novels: ingly held,” she said in the Oct. with some surprises thrown in. Deceptive Cadence and Taking the 10, 1996 issue of the Greensboro pest’s Liszt Academy. They made formers. Six players kept coming who have committed their lives Ivers is a revolutionary fiddler, Heat. Zukerman also co-authored News and Record. “I don’t think the their North American debut tour back to participate in the festi- to music. The All-Stars debuted at crossing between the Irish flavor a book with her sister, Dr. Julie harp has been used in a delicate in 1982. val, and eventually, the festival the Lincoln Center in the 1993-94 that she performed for Riverdance Ingelfinger, called Coping with fashion. The instrument can really Takács has regularly appeared lumped them together to create season with two concerts in the to the jazz and hip-hop music she Prednisone. be so much more. The colors in every major music capital and the Bang On A Can All-Stars. Great Performers Series. Since listened to in her youth. Zukerman does not want to pres- and textures of the harp are an prestigious festival since its forma- Michael Gordon, David Lang then, the group has released Ivers’s album, Crossing the ent her work as designed merely incredible resource for compos- tion. and Julia Wolfe, the artistic direc- several CDs, including Brian Bridge, explores the relationships for the master classical listener. ers. There’s a lot more repertory The members of the group tors of the Bang On A Can Fes- Eno’s Music for Airports in 1998 between the music of Spain, She said, in an article in the than we think there is.” obtained residency at the Univer- tival combined the talents of cel- and Cheating, Lying, Stealing in Africa, the West Indies, Cuba and November/December 1994 issue The next Secrest event will be sity of Colorado at Boulder in list Maya Beiser, bassist Robert 1996. Ireland, and also the genres of of Symphony, “I can believe pri- the Takács String Quartet on Oct. 1983, shortly after their arrival in Black, pianist Lisa Moore, percus- Denyce Graves debuted at the jazz, hip-hop, reggae, flamenco vately that classical music repre- 17. The quartet consists of violin- the United States. sionist Steven Schick, electric gui- Metropolitan Opera in the and bluegrass. sents the highest achievement in ists Edward Dusinberre, Karoly They received permanent fac- tarist Mark Stewart and clarinet- 1995-96 season as the title role in In whatever she plays, there is music in the last 500 years, but the Schranz and Roger Tapping and ulty appointments at that univer- ist and saxophonist Evan Ziporyn “Carmen.” always an Irish undertone, a rem- minute I say such a thing, I would cellist Andras Fejer. The string sity in 1986. into the All-Stars group. This mezzo-soprano returned nant of her background. Ivers was perpetuate the formality and isola- quartet formed in 1975, with One of the most interesting Representing genres from clas- for the same role in the 1997-98 born in an Irish community in the tion that exists. I want to de-mys- Gabor Takács-Nagy, the group’s events on the lineup for next year’s sical to rock to jazz, these All-Stars season, this time performing Bronx and first started playing the tify classical music. It is not for the namesake, and Gabor Ormai, Secret Series is the Bang On A represent the vision of the festi- opposite Plácido Domingo. fiddle when she was 8 years old. elite, but it is for the informed.” who were later replaced by Dusin- Can All-Stars on Nov. 9. The val that Gordon, Lang and Wolfe Graves has since performed the She has since toured with “River- Zukerman’s partner in the Sept. berre and Tapping. The original Bang On A Can Festival began had in mind at its inception, to role of Carmen a number of times, dance” and has formed her own 21 performance, Yolanda Kon- four members were assembled in 1987 and has since been dis- introduce adventurous, dynamic seeming to make it her specialty. all-woman folk group, Cherish the donassis, also hopes to “de-mys- when they were studying at Buda- covering exciting alternative per- and intense musicians to the world She has also mastered the female Ladies.

To have your event listed, send Ziggy’s attracts students, bands e-mail to [email protected], fax CALENDAR to (336) 758-4561 or write to P.O. Box 7569. Ziggy’s Tavern is the best place in sage: “Roots, Rock, Reggae.” The diver- Music lovers will surely be delighted sity of the acts that have graced that very town to catch musical acts ranging stage holds true to this theme. Over the from seasoned Wailers to brand new to discover Ziggy’s Tavern, one of the years, Ziggy’s has sought out talented ON CAMPUS Festivals premier venues to catch up-and-com- young bands, many of who have gone Flaming Skunks. 54th Annual North Carolina Apple Festival. on to distinguish themselves in music ing bands in North Carolina, if not the Exhibits Enjoy four days of the street fair and the down- history. Among these acts are R.E.M., By Travis Langdon entire Southeast. … Ziggy’s regularly town sidewalk sale which will run through Main A&E Editor the Ramones, the Dave Matthews Band, hosts hot new acts and seasoned vet- Wake Up Little Susie: Pregnancy and Power Street. Vendors from around the nation will dis- Phish, 311, the D.B.’s, Widespread Panic before Roe v. Wade. This collaborative mixed-media play their wares to the tunes of several local Amidst the madness of orientation and erans in an intimate setting with an and the Spin Doctors. installation by Kay Obering, Cathleen Meadows and bands which will be playing throughout the fes- on-campus diversions, many new stu- excellent sound system. And this fall’s The main room of Ziggy’s is divided Kathy Hutton explores contemporary issues regarding tival at the Historic Courthouse. The Mountain dents will undoubtedly begin to explore into three levels, making it easy to see the lineup offers no exception. women, race, class, public policy, single pregnancy Bank King Apple Parade and a street dance in Winston-Salem’s nightlife this week. stage even from the back of the room. and reproductive rights. the evening will close out the week Sept. 4. Although Winston is a far cry from your In addition to its two bars, the venue When: Aug. 23 - Sept. 28 When: Sept. 1 - Sept. 4, opening ceremonies stereotypical college town, the fair city is bands like playing here,” Stephens said. also hosts vendors of food and crafts Where: Scales Fine Arts Gallery Sept. 1 on the steps of the Historic Courthouse not without its hidden treasures. And, as “But we also work really hard to get them during many shows — contributing to the Info: Free. For info, call Ext. 5585 Where: Hendersonville, NC luck would have it, one of them is barely here, and we try to be accommodating establishment’s friendly vibe. Info: (828) 697-4557 a stone’s throw away. for them. We have a lot of fun doing The fall calendar is filled with action Warnings. This exhibition by Lisa Link features Music lovers will surely be delighted it, and that’s why bands keep coming this fall, which will inevitably carry over computer-generated photomontages exploring Folk Fest X. The Reynolda House and the Fiddle to discover Ziggy’s Tavern, one of the back.” the spring. issues of reproductive freedom. and Bow Society will cosponsor this festival with premier venues to catch both up-and- A painted wall over Ziggy’s stage When: Aug. 23 - Sept. 28 music, food crafts and art activities for children. coming and established bands in North immortalizes Bob Marley’s simple mes- See Ziggy’s, Page A11 Where: Scales Fine Arts Gallery When: noon - 6 p.m. Sept. 9 Carolina, if not the entire Southeast. Info: Free. For info, call Ext. 5585 Where: Reynolda House, Museum of American Located just off University Parkway Art at 433 Baity St. (near the Lawrence Joel Info: $7. For info, call 725-5325 Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum) Ziggy’s Theater regularly hosts hot new acts and sea- soned veterans in an intimate setting with Hamlet. An Elizabethan set has been con- Concerts an excellent sound system. And this fall’s structed in the redesigned Ring Theater to pres- lineup offers no exception. ent one of Shakespeare’s most beloved tragedies The Black Watch/ Choir of the Prince of The infamous venue was originally about a Danish prince and his obsession with his Wale’s Division. These legendary Scottish called The White Horse Tavern when father’s murder. pipers, drummers and Highland dancers of the it was established in 1972. However, it When: 7 p.m. today - Aug. 26, Aug. 29 - Sept. 2; Black Watch join with the Band/Choir of the was located across the street from where 2 p.m. Aug. 27 Prince of Wales Division for an evening of United Ziggy’s now stands (construction related Where: Ring Theater of Scales Fine Arts Center Kingdom music. The Black Watch is the most to LJVM forced the owners to relocate Info: $10, group rates available. For info, call Ext. famous bagpipe band in the world. The Band/ in 1978). 5292 Choir of the Prince of Wales Division is one of A university alumnus named John the Army’s Infantry Bands. Ziglimski, a member of Lambda Chi When: 8 p.m. Sept. 16 fraternity who also played baseball and ELSEWHERE Where: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coli- football, was a well-known bartender seum at the White Horse. His nickname was Exhibits Info: $35, $25 and $17. For info, call 725-5635 Ziggy, which eventually became the ven- ue’s moniker. The Wilkinsons. The musical country family, Docent Discovery. This introduction to the Reyn- which topped the charts in 1998 with “26¢” from Although the layout of the building olda House collection correlates art with music their debut album Nothing But Love, was recog- Chris Carlstrom/Old Gold and Black has changed a few times over the years, and literature for nine sessions. A catalog is nized with 22 award nominations and recently its ability to pull in promising musical A banner in front of the stage at Ziggy’s displays Bob Marley’s mantra, “Roots, included with the registration fee. released its second album, Here and Now. The acts is always consistent. Current owner Rock, Reggae.” Ziggy’s has hosted an exhaustive list of now-famous bands in When: 9:30 a.m. - noon, Wednesdays and Fri- father/son/daughter trio is touring through North Jay Stephens attributes this to the dedica- its short history. Some more notable ones include the Dave Matthews Band, days, beginning Sept. 6 Carolina. tion of Ziggy’s staff as well as the venue’s R.E.M., the Ramones, Phish, 311, the D.B.’s, Widespread Panic and the Spin Where: Reynolda House, Museum of American When: 2:30 p.m. Sept. 16 notoriety. Doctors, not to mention Marley’s own Wailers. This year’s freshmen can look Art Where: Tanglewood Park, Clemmons “We’ve got a great sound system, so forward to four years of similar greatness. Info: $20. For info, call 725-5325 Info: Schmidt Relations, (615) 846-4878 Sports Old Gold and Black Thursday, August 24, 2000 B3 Men’s soccer ready for opener against Connecticut

By Shaw Lentz art, returning from an injury which kept more of an attacking option at a left Old Gold and Black Reporter him out the entire year last year, will help midfield/wingback position, and sopho- make up for the departure of four starters more Aaron Thomas as a defensive mid- After one of the most successful regu- lost to graduation. fielder. lar seasons in men’s soccer history, the White in particular looks to be an espe- “Brock is playing well fulfilling his role second round exit from the NCAA tour- cially enticing prospect with electrifying this year, Matt Thompson is playing with nament was unexpected and disappoint- pace and a willingness to take players on much more responsibility, and Aaron ing for the Demon Deacons. Now the one-on-one. Thomas is really the heart and soul of the 11th -ranked Deacons are looking to build “All the newcomers have looked very team right now,” Vidovich said. upon their success of last year and con- good as a group this year and have col- A question that still lingers is who will tinue to improve both their play and lectively improved the performance of the emerge for the Deacs in the net, replacing results and also to move further into the team and the level of the play,” Vidovich three-year starter Sean Conner. national scene in 2000. said. Freshman Will Hesmer, Senior Rob The Deacons return seven starters from However, Wickart’s dilemma last year Vartughian, and sophomore Brad last year’s team including six of their and the health of other key performers is McEachern are all competing for the top seven scorers. With the addition of one of Vidovich’s main concerns. job. eight highly regarded recruits, the Dea- “The key to this team is the health of The Deacons expect to continue to play cons should be able to fulfill the demands the team. Whether it be Bobby Gehring, a possession oriented attack but with more of a tough schedule. Kevin Wickart, or Jamal Seale, (all of decisive and quick moves towards the net. The season opens with a visit to Storrs, whom) have missed a lot of last season or “Collectively the team must continue to Conn., this weekend as the Deacs take this preseason.” be a better passing team, play a lot faster on the fourth ranked Connecticutt Hus- Seale’s health could be especially impor- and become better at going to goal. This kies and the 15th ranked St. John’s Red tant to the Deacons. The team leader in team has great mobility and versatility,” Storm for the first two games of the season, assists a season ago, Seale has exploded Vidovich said. which should be a good way to measure at the beginning of the season each of the So far, the team has performed well win- the team. This is in addition to the Atlantic past two years, but injuries last year lim- ning all three of its preseason games. The Coast Conference schedule, which boasts ited his influence at the close of season. Deacons defeated Greensboro College six teams currently ranked in the top Also key to the Deacons’ hopes are last 1-0 on a goal from White. Goals from 25. year’s team leader in points, junior Chris White, Lonteen, and Stafford gave the “We’re an extremely young team,” head Lonteen (7goals, 6assists) and leading Deacons a 3-0 win against Coastal Caro- coach Jay Vidovich said. “We feel this will goal scorer senior Ben Stafford (8goals, lina, and a first half penalty from Lon- be a tremendous test and we can find out 3assists). teen, combined with a calm finish from where we stand. We hope to improve our While the trio should provide offense, Stafford, helped the deacons defeat USC- performance game to game throughout the Deacons must improve defensively Spartanburg in their last tune up match. the season. I expect the team to come to after losing three all-ACC performers in The Deacons’ first match at home is play each game.” defense and goal if they are to succeed. Friday the 8th of September against UNC- Exciting newcomers like freshman Jere- Senior Brock Hilpert returns at sweeper, Greensboro at Spry Stadium. Game time Photo by Ricky Van Veen/Old Gold and Black miah White and sophomore Kevin Wick- second year man Matt Thompson as is 7:00 PM. Senior Ben Stafford looks to have his work cut out for him as he looks to keep control of the ball against two USC-Spartanburg defenders. Stafford led the Deacs in goals scored a season ago.

2000 Mensʼ Soccer Schedule Sept. 1 Connecticut* TBA Sept. 2 St. Johns* TBA Sept. 8 UNC Greensboro 7:30 Sept. 12 @ Liberty 5:00 Sept. 16 Virginia 7:00 Sept. 20 at UNC Wilmington 7:00 Sept. 23 South Carolina 7:00 Sept. 27 @ Davidson 6:15 Sept. 30 Maryland 7:00

Oct. 8 @ N.C. State 2:00 Oct. 10 UNC Asheville 7:00 Oct. 15 @ UNC Charlotte 3:30 Oct. 18 George Mason 7:00 Oct. 21 Clemson 7:00 Oct. 25 @ High Point 7:00 Oct. 28 @ North Carolina 7:00

Nov. 3 @ Duke 7:00 Nov. 9-11 ACC Tournament@Spry Soccer Stadium Photo by Ricky Van Veen/Old Gold and Black * = Nike-Huskie Classic @ Storrs, Connecticut Junior Jamal Seale looks to control a ball with his knee. The Demon Deacon menʼs soccer team will open their season Sept. 1-2 against the Connecticut Huskies and the St. Johnʼs Red Storm. The Deacs were one of the top teams in the home games in bold ACC a season ago and look to improve on the success of last season in 2000. We Moved! Free Gift Bring this ad for gift $5.00 value

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