Kirkwood’s director of instrumental music, Chris Navarette, is back with a line up of upcoming concerts for Kirkwood band ensembles. First up is a combined concert with the Kirkwood Big Band and Jazz Fusion ensembles on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7:30pm. Then, on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 2pm, a combined concert with the Kirkwood Groove … Continue reading

Upon hearing about the loss of KCCK’s federal funding, American Federation of Musicians Local 450 in Iowa City offered to host a fundraiser for KCCK’s music education programs, so that students wouldn’t lose out from the loss. “Union Blues” will feature performances from Dave Zollo and The Body Electric and Homebrewed at Wildwood BBQ and … Continue reading

At first glance, “Eureka Day,” a comedy about parents at a day school faced with a mumps epidemic, appears to be a tale of political correctness taken to the extreme, with cliché characters. But after a few minutes, you realize it’s a show full of. heart that takes you in unexpected directions that is funny … Continue reading

River Glen is an Iowa native who has been a professional musician for nearly his entire life, having grown up in a family band. Today, he lives full-time on the road, performing solo shows all over the country. When he comes home to Iowa, he plays with a group of friends and collaborators. This will … Continue reading

Leroy Troy is an old-time banjo specialist whose first music experience came from watching country legends like Roy Acuff and Bill Monroe at jam sessions in his home town in Tennessee. He’s gone on to perform on Her Haw, at the Grand Ole Opry, and tour all over the country. He was named National Old-Time … Continue reading