Interview: Shemekia Copeland By: Rob Smittix Photo By: by Janet Mami Takayama RRX: I’m excited to be talking with you today. First of all, I’m reaching out because you are coming to our area, pretty much around the corner. May 22nd at the Incredible Egg. I don’t know, have you ever been there before? SC: […]

May’s edition of the Music at Noon series at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall featured violinist Emil Altschuler and included: Partita No. 3 in E Major Caprice No. 20 Ballade Mediation from Thais Tango Etude No. 3 Theme from “Schindler’s List” Por Una Cabeza An American in Paris Photography by Timothy Reidy. More from Troy […]

2026 Upbeat on the Roof Series Begins July 9  Free summer concert series highlights regional musical talent SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (May 15, 2026) — The Tang Museum at Skidmore College announces the 2026 Upbeat on the Roof concert series. The free outdoor concerts begin Thursday, July 9, at 6 pm and continue each Thursday evening […]

Hello Everyone! We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to you for our inaugural Five One ART Studio LIVE!, happening this Saturday, May 17th at 3:00 p.m. at 344 2nd Street in Troy! Under the talented guidance of Jackie Tangerone, get ready for an immersive art experience that promises to be both inspiring and enjoyable. […]

Peak Music and Dance Launches New Multidisciplinary Arts Center Following $500,000 Personal Investment by Founders LATHAM, NY — After years of growth, community performances, and building one of the Capital Region’s most distinctive music training programs, the founders of Peak Music Studios are taking the next major step. Crystal Moore and Jeff Moore have partnered […]

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the Capital Region Music Hub Tuesday, May 19th 10:00AM   TROY, NY — Community leaders, arts advocates, and supporters will gather to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the Capital Region Music Hub, a new space located at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall dedicated to supporting music education, artist collaboration, live performance, […]

By BradQuan Copeland. “As long as I can see you, you’ll always only be mine,” he echoes softly to them, his hand pressed lightly against the small of their back as their lead-laced lids peeled open one at a time. Elegantly dressed, they stand as mere specks within the gilded hall, marble floors pulsing beneath […]