Posts by Anne Harrigan
Hold On, America, Hold On!
The music community illuminates issues facing African Americans today and explores Black history. On the morning after the murder of George Floyd, Anne Harrigan, the artistic director of the Music Center and conductor of the Battle Creek Symphony, decided to go out for a coffee in her Grand Rapids neighborhood only to find one of her favorite coffee shops boarded up. She knew protests were sweeping across the city, but the stark reality of those wooden windows stunned her.
Read MoreMusic Speaks Through the Battle Creek Symphony
In operation since 1899, the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra (BCSO) represents the longest continuously performing orchestra in Michigan. With deep roots in Battle Creek and the surrounding area for the past 123 years, the BCSO has some of the highest quality symphonic traditions to be found.
Let’s take a look at the history of the BCSO, how it coped with the challenges of the past year, and what lies ahead for the 2021-2022 season.
Read MoreMusic and Mental Health
Music has the power to soothe, excite, calm and comfort us. Whether tied to a tender moment, the joy of playing an instrument, or the excitement of a concert—music often goes hand-in-hand with some of our most impactful memories. A group bonding experience or individually meditative moment spent with music can act as a bridge to better wellbeing, both physically and mentally.
Read MoreMusic Center Blog
Ever since the formation of The Music Center in 2000, we’ve been passionate about building community through music. The Music Center is a unique combination of music arts and programs created to enhance the lives of children and adults of all ages and talent levels. Although the past year and a half has been full of challenges, our mission remains the same. If anything, we’ve learned more about the incredible power of music to unite a community through unprecedented times.
Read MoreChorus 1: A Year In Song
Battle Creek Community Chorus
Battle Creek Girls Chorus
Sunday, October 24, 3 pm
First Congregational church
Craig Suhusky, clarinet
Battle Creek Symphony principal flute Jiyun Yi talks about her favorite instrument.
Read MoreAndrew Fritz, timpani
Principal second violin Sofia Levchenko talks about her favorite instrument.
Read MoreClaire Langenberg, cello
Battle Creek Symphony principal flute Jiyun Yi talks about her favorite instrument.
Read MoreMatthew Boothe, bass
Battle Creek Symphony principal flute Jiyun Yi talks about her favorite instrument.
Read MoreBCSO 2022-2023 Season
Join us for the Battle Creek Symphony’s 124th season. Subscribe now for the best seats in the house! Battle Creek Symphony tickets are affordable, and easy to purchase. Our opening concert is Saturday, October 1, with guest artist Amit Peled and Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition.
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