As part of the Fall 2024 “A World of Music” concert series, Middlesex Community College will present Afro-Brazilian Music with Marcus Santos. Co-sponsored by MCC’s Commonwealth Honors Program (CHP), the concert will take place at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 22 at MCC’s Concert Hall in Bedford.
“The CHP is excited to collaborate on offering students and the community an enriching academic experience and a celebration of cultural diversity and artistic talent: Afro-Brazilian Music with Marcus Santos,” said Binnur Ercem, MCC’s Professor of Sociology & Cultural Anthropology and Director of the CHP. “The CHP is dedicated to providing an equitable and inclusive space where intellectually curious and motivated students can reach their fullest potential while enhancing their college experience. The ‘World of Music’ concert series perfectly aligns with these values by offering a platform for students to engage with diverse cultures and musical traditions from around the world.”
An MCC music faculty member, Santos, drummer, will give a lecture recital which explores the vibrant rhythm and rich heritage of Afro-Brazilian culture. Examples of drumming and dancing from traditions such as maculelê and samba-reggae will be featured. He will be joined by dancer Kaitlyn Jolly and percussionist Jobeth Umali.
“The CHP is excited to collaborate on offering students and the community an enriching academic experience and a celebration of cultural diversity and artistic talent: Afro-Brazilian Music with Marcus Santos,” - Binnur Ercem, MCC’s Professor of Sociology & Cultural Anthropology and Director of the CHP.
MCC’s CHP provides equitable and inclusive opportunities for intellectually curious and motivated students to develop their fullest potential and enrich their college experience. Binnur Ercem, MCC’s Professor of Sociology & Cultural Anthropology and Director of the CHP, believes the “A World of Music” concert series matches the values of the CHP.
“A World of Music” will host two remaining concerts this Fall, including the Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) at the Richard and Nancy Donahue and Family Academic Arts Center in Lowell at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 23 and a Student Recital at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, December 2 in the Bedford Concert Hall.
Previous concerts included the LCO on Sunday, September 8; Duos and Trios Featuring Cello, Piano and Flute on Sunday, October 6; and Phantom of the Opera with Live Music at on Thursday, October 17.
All concerts are free and open to the public.
MCC’s Concert Hall is located in Henderson Hall at 591 Springs Road in Bedford. Parking is available on-campus.
Visit World of Music Concert Series for more information.