Press Room
McCoy Tyner performs to a sold out audience
Monday, January 31 2011
It’s a rare thing for a concert to begin with a standing ovation before a single note is played, but that’s how it started when Tyner stepped out on stage.
Read MoreMichael Feinstein was at his best with St. Cecilia audience
Tuesday, October 19 2010
Michael Feinstein knows his material. When the pianist and singer asked Thursday’s audience in St. Cecilia Music Center to shout out their favorite songs by George and Ira Gershwin, he was ready to play most any of the 800 and more songs they wrote.
Read MoreRock Camp offers tips for forming bands, a chance to take the stage
Thursday, July 22 2010
Over the summer, some kids go to a camp to canoe, sit around campfires and cook hot dogs. The 36 students who attended Rock Camp at St. Cecilia Music Center, 24 Ransom Ave. NE, learn to play heavy metal, market their bands, and take the stage with attitude.
Read MoreBrad Mehldau Trio mezmerizes audience at St. Cecilia Music Center
Friday, April 09 2010
Jazz pianist Brad Mehldau rarely opens his eyes, even as he improvises long, intricate and expansive solos at the piano. He is, however, willing to kick off his shoes, both of them, in mid-solo, at least while in Grand Rapids.
Read MoreRamsey Lewis lives up to “genius” label
Monday, October 26 2009
Ramsey Lewis lives up to ‘genius’ label shouted from audience at St. Cecilia Music Center’s Great Artist Concert
Read MoreAnnouncing Another Stellar Line-up for the 2010/2011 Jazz and Classical Concert Series
Thursday, August 20 2009
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (April 26, 2010) – For 126 years St. Cecilia Music Center has upheld its mission of promoting the appreciation, study and performance of music in order to enrich the lives of the residents of West Michigan. Today, St. Cecilia Music Center is known by audiences and artists alike as one of the finest establishments to hear and see world-renowned musicians. The building at the corner of Ransom and Fulton Streets was built in 1894 and has been in continuous operation as a music center since that time. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to a vibrant presenting series including top-name jazz and classical musicians.
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