On Saturday, April 15, the Kirkwood Jazz Ensemble and Kirkwood Jazz Orchestra performed in Ballantyne Auditorium. Following their performance, the Cedar Rapids Big Band—also directed by instrumental music professor Joe Perea—was filled with lots of jazz tunes, talent and soloists. The first two jazz bands played four and [Continue Reading »]
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As the popularity of tabletop role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons skyrocketed over the years, it’s no surprise a movie of the fandom came with it. However, due to the flop of 2000’s “Dungeons & Dragons” film, there’s no doubt there was a lot skepticism for this [Continue Reading »]
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In this world there are pieces of high cinema. Films that ponder the human condition, take storytelling risks and push the envelope of what is allowed in art. Films with high-flying action, leaving you on the edge of your seat and begging for more. Films with heartfelt characters, [Continue Reading »]
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When the spring snows coldly brashly When abstractions yield concretions The knocking sounds cease and the door becomes a key But what makes for a true descending? And [Continue Reading »]
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Fans of Kirkwood theater were delighted over the past weekend by the opening of the spring play, “Lost Girl.” The cast and crew, who have been working on the production since the beginning of February, ran their first show on Thursday, March 30. Though severe weather and subsequent [Continue Reading »]
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On Thursday, March 30, the Kirkwood Concert Band performed in Sinclair Auditorium at Coe College. The performance consisted of Kirkwood’s band and another group called the New Horizons Band. New Horizons includes many community members who participate in both bands year-round. The bands performed their top pieces. Some [Continue Reading »]
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Between classes and assignments, students often look for quick ways to relax and take breaks. Student Life at Kirkwood Community College offers free activities to students to get that much needed break. From bowling to ice skating to go-karting, there’s a variety of off campus options. Students only [Continue Reading »]
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Rising interest in Kirkwood Community College’s music program has led to the creation of a second jazz ensemble this semester. Both groups consist of six saxophones, five trombonists, a large rhythm section and a search for trumpets in the Tuesday/Thursday group. The band program at Kirkwood has expanded [Continue Reading »]
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Kirkwood Community College is fortunate to have a diverse student body. People from many different nations and cultures come here to further their education. Walking the halls or eating in the cafeteria, students may hear versions of the English language that are unfamiliar to them. The blend of [Continue Reading »]
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