"We are not bound by tradition, nor are we limited to our own understanding or to the wisdom of men. In short, this is a very unusual university."
- President Kim B. Clark
April 22, 2009
Rockapella to bring a cappella sound to BYU–Idaho
Rockapella will perform at Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg on Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Auditorium.
Tickets for the Center Stage event are $12 for the general public and $5 for BYU–Idaho students. Tickets can be purchased at the BYU–Idaho Ticket Office by calling 496-2230, online at www.byui.edu/tickets, or at the door.
The contemporary a cappella group presents a blend of soul, rock, R&B and jazz. The group may be best known for the sound behind the theme song for the former TV show “Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego”
The New York Daily News has written: “Rockapella is unquestionably providing a big boost to the a cappella scene. Innovative, well-produced, the band brilliantly incorporates different styles and ideas. Hooray for Rockapella.”
Rockapella has toured across the United States and Japan with a sound formed purely from their own voices and high-intensity mouth drums. Those hearing for the first time often gasp and say, “Where are the instruments?”
Rockapella has released more than 20 albums and last performed at BYU–Idaho in September 2006.
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Brigham Young University-Idaho is a four-year private university located in Rexburg, Idaho. The university, which is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, offers both baccalaureate and associate degrees; integrated degrees and internships that are tailored to fit students' interests; a year-round track system allowing more students to attend; and an extensive Student Activities Program that provides leadership and growth experiences. It is the largest private university in Idaho, with more than 13,000 students enrolled for Winter Semester 2008.
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