Rhodes’ Mike Curb Institute for Music recently hosted jazz saxophone legend and Memphis native Charles Lloyd to discuss his career in music. In addition to Rhodes students, the event was attended by Cordova High School’s music students and members of the White Station High School band program.
Rhodes College Hosts Jazz Night at the Levitt Shell
Rhodes College and the Mike Curb Institute for Music hosted Rhodes Jazz Night at The Levitt Shell on Sept. 15 as part of Family Weekend celebrations. The annual event featured acts like legendary Memphis jazz vocalist Joyce Cobb, the Rhodes Faculty Players, the Rhodes Jazz Band, and the Stax Academy Jazz Ensemble.
September 25, 2018
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Rhodes Gathering Pays Tribute to Aretha Franklin
On Aug. 29, a mix of faculty, staff, and students gathered in Rhodes’ Hyde Hall as the strains of “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” and “Son of a Preacher Man” played in the background. They came for lunch and an intimate discussion about the life, music, and Memphis roots of Aretha Franklin, who died Aug. 16.
August 30, 2018
Rhodes Hosts Jazz Legend Harold Mabern
May 24, 2018
Prof. John Bass Reflects on the Impact Elvis’ Legacy Is Having on Rhodes Students Through the Curb Institute
Dr. John Bass of the Department of Music and director of Rhodes’ Mike Curb Institute for Music has published a commentary in The Philadelphia Inquirer titled “Lessons from Elvis on Inspiring Today’s Young People.”
August 15, 2017
Rhodes Jazz Band to Participate in Mardi Gras Parade at Grahamwood Elementary
The Rhodes Jazz Band led by Dr. John Bass, director of Rhodes’ Mike Curb Institute for Music, will participate in Grahamwood Elementary School’s annual Mardi Gras Parade Feb. 24.
February 23, 2017
The Audubon Sessions to Make TV Debut
The Audubon Sessions makes its television debut in 2017 on public, educational, and government (PEG) cable access stations in cities throughout the country.
January 18, 2017
Prof. Bass Discusses Life as a Musician, His Work With Curb Institute in Memphis Daily News
Prof. John Bass of the Department of Music is featured in the Memphis Daily News about his career as a musician and his work as director of Rhodes’ Mike Curb Institute for Music.
May 18, 2016