Deaftones
The Deaftones are a co-ed competitive a cappella group from Rider University. They were originally founded by a student of the Westminster campus in 2007 and have been thriving ever since. This year, the group plans to open up auditions both campuses in hopes to bridge the divide between the two campuses. The Deaftones now perform in the ICCA's, the International Competition for A Cappella. They most recently competed in the ICCA Regionals and Semifinals, and look forward to another year of performance and competition with some of the best a cappella groups in the world. The group performs a wide variety of genres, such as pop, alternative, jazz, hip hop, electronic, and indie. Some of its most recent arrangements include songs from artists such as M83, Zedd, Rhianna, David Guetta, Kimbra, Queen, Sam Smith, Coldplay, and more. The group is very musically diverse and looks to expand its repertoire every year. This upcoming 2015-2016 season, the Deaftones hope to perform more and more in the Princeton area, as well with other a cappella groups from the region. The group is planning on competing once again in the ICCA's, but this year, it hopes to move on to the final round, held in the Beacon Theatre in New York City. Some performances for the 2015-2016 season have already been scheduled. Our Night of A Cappella, held on Rider's Princeton campus, will include live performances from multiple local groups, along with a few groups from the Mid-Atlantic region, and the group will be going on tour once again during the winter months! If you are interested in learning more about The Deaftones, feel free to contact Taria Mitchell, any of the members, or visit our table at the activities fair!
|
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a student-run ensemble that challenges members to explore musical challenges to build musicianship, leadership, and creativity. Vitamin D is currently exploring O Passo, a Brazilian music education methodology created by Lucas Ciavatta. All members contribute to the creative process, utilizing new information in the creation of performances pieces and educational activities. The work of the members is showcased at student events and occasionally in a full-length Vitamin D recital.
Soulfege Acapella |