November 5, 2024 2:50 a.m.

In the KQEN Cultural Spotlight:

The Umpqua Community College Fine and Performing Arts Department presents the Umpqua Singers and the Kirby Shaw Singers on November 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Whipple Fine Arts Center on the UCC campus.

Under the direction of Dr. Kirby Shaw, the Kirby Shaw Singers will present a lively evening of American Popular Music.

A UCC release said Dr. Kirby Shaw has made a major impact in choral music education and has shared his expertise in 45 states and over a dozen other countries. The Kirby Shaw Singers are keeping the heartbeat of American Popular Music alive and well. Music genres include jazz, rock, pop and Latin.

Admission is at the door: $15 for general admission, $10 for seniors with students being admitted for free. For more information, contact UCC at 440-4691 or email: music@umpqua.edu.