Exhibits and Events

Powell Music and Dances

Fall 2008 Concerts in the Rotunda

All concerts are free and held in the Powell Library second floor rotunda. No reservations are needed.

Marina V

Wednesday, October 15
Afternoon Concert - 4 p.m.

Russian-born pop artist and songwriter Marina V has been called an intriguing blend of an angelic voice, hooky melodies, thoughtful lyrics and fresh chord progressions; an unusual mix of Tori Amos, Jewel and Paul McCartney, but "with her unique phrasing, breathless, smoky-sweet and compelling vocals, she's got a sound all her own" (Artist Studio Magazine). Keyboard Magazine called her "one of the most promising singer/songwriters of the year," and the L.A. Times said she's "hauntingly beautiful." She co-writes her songs with Nick Baker and is managed by David Krebs (Aerosmith, AC/DC, etc.) Her live performances are considered emotionally intense and hypnotic.

Turath Ensemble: Sha'ir Wa Mutrib

Friday, November 14
Evening Concert - 8 p.m.

The Turath Ensemble and members of the UCLA Near East Ensemble will perform traditional Arab music, song, and poetry reading in an event entitled Sha'ir Wa Mutrib (A Poet and a Singer). Sami Maalouf will read from the work of the Syrian romantic poet Nizar Qabbani. The songs will be in honor of the Lebanese singer Wadi' al-Safi, featuring vocalist Michel Bilel. The Ensemble, directed by Sami Asmar, will also perform instrumental compositions for the late Egyptian composer M. Abd al-Wahhab. The concert celebrates the Turath-Racy Fellowship for Arab Music Studies, named in honor of UCLA Professor of Ethnomusicology A.J. Racy.

Medieval Historical Performance Workshop

Elisabeth Le Guin, Director
Friday, December 5
Afternoon Concert - 2:30 p.m.

 

2008/09 Historical Dances in the Rotunda

Valentino's Tango & Ragtime Ball

Saturday, October 25
8 p.m. - midnight

This dance will celebrate the period 1900-1930 including the tango, waltz, one-step, two-step and "animal dances" of the ragtime era such as the foxtrot and turkey trot. No dance experience is necessary as there will be instruction throughout the evening. Attire can be costume, formal and semi-formal. Space is limited; RSVP by Friday October 24. Include your name and the number of people in your party to Catherine Brown or by phone to 310.206.4608.

• Waltz Through Time - November 15
• Romeo & Juliet Italian Renaissance Ball - February 7
• The President's Ball at UCLA - March 7
• Hollywood Movie Magic Ball - May 2
• Jane Austen Ball - May 30

Parking is $9. Closest parking lots to Powell Library are lots 4, 2 or 5. Powell Library is located directly across from Royce Hall. See the UCLA maps and directions page for more information.