Reflections of a female, Japanese-American classical guitarist
A search for musical identity, community and representation.
Izzy Fincher
I am a classical guitarist, studying at the University of Colorado Boulder. When I am not practicing, I write about music and the arts for the CU Independent, teach yoga and listen to podcasts.
CU alum Andy Hackbarth, classical guitarist turned entrepreneur, takes on his biggest project yet
Hackbarth is transforming the historic Saguache Hotel, located about 3.5 hours south of Boulder, into a mixed use creative venue.
A student-led tribute to Elijah McClain will “channel a theme of empathy”
CU student leaders are creating a video tribute to Elijah McClain, featuring spoken word performances over “A Change is Gonna Come.”
Hearing Beethoven, the 19th-century way
Jorgensen and Bryant discuss their CD of Beethoven’s violin sonatas, played on period instruments
Classical music needs to confront the white-male frame
For diversity initiatives to last, classical music needs radical institutional change.
Keeping instrument rehearsals safe during COVID-19
CU-Boulder researchers investigate aerosols from wind instruments
Debut EP emerges from a shed
Lady Romeo, a band of CU musicians, reflects on their debut EP, recorded in a shed amidst the pandemic.
Thomas Steenland Dreams of a world without MP3
The story behind Boulder-based new music label Starkland, founded by Thomas Steenland in 1991.
Starkland’s new releases: fearless, authentic and experimental
Boulder-based label Starkland recently issued three CDs that explore contemporary music’s different personalities.
Jordan Holloway’s “Symphony No. 1” redefines patriotism
With 48 musicians, CU composer Jordan Holloway remotely premieres his symphony, a powerful, refreshing take on American patriotism.