Conductor: Randall Hall
Rehearsals: TH 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Kali Yuga is the Augustana College improvisation ensemble. The student-faculty group explores contemporary improvisation.
Uniting composition and performance into a single action, Kali Yuga performs free improvisations; the ensemble creates the music as it is heard without prearranged musical material (no tunes, scales, chords, etc.). It is the collective expression of our different personalities communicated through sound.
Performing regularly on and off campus, Kali Yuga has become an integral part of the Quad Cities experimental music scene. The name Kali Yuga comes from Hindu philosophy ― it is the final stage of the cycle of time, the iron age of destruction and dissolution before the rebirth of the golden age.
Dr. Eric Newell steps into the role of director of choral activities with a deep appreciation for the Augustana Choir’s rich history and a passion for choral music. In this Q&A, he shares what drew him to Augustana, what he’s looking forward to and his hopes for the choir’s future.
Visiting Austria this summer introduced Augustana students to a new culture while broadening their understanding of neuroscience and philosophy. Augustana is ranked No. 15 nationally among baccalaureate institutions for participation in short-term study abroad programs.
The Augustana Symphonic Band, directed by Dr. James Lambrecht, will bring performances to communities across Illinois and Wisconsin March 20-26.
The Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, Concert Chorale and Augustana Choir will perform a concert.
The Augustana Choral Artists will perform.
The Augustana Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Band will perform a concert.
