There are 4 article(s) tagged Iris collective:

• March 2023

  • The To-Do List: Cherry blossom picnic, puppets and where to get green beer

    This week, we’ve got your St. Patrick’s Day guide. Plus, the Godmother of Soul is at the Orpheum, and there’s magic at the Halloran Centre.

    By Elle Perry, Bianca Phillips March 16, 2023

• February 2023

  • Juilliard-trained violinist returns for Memphis concert

    The concert, put on by the Iris Collective, features the work of Black and Chinese composers.

    By Jasmine McCraven February 28, 2023

• October 2022

  • The Iris Collective moves beyond the Iris Orchestra

    On this week’s episode of The Sidebar, executive director of Iris Collective Rebecca Arendt talks about the evolution of Iris, the new season of performances and her firm belief that “everyone can learn to sing.”

    By Eric Barnes October 28, 2022

• April 2022

  • Instead of ending, Iris Orchestra will continue as Iris Collective

    The longtime house orchestra of Germantown Performing Arts Center is transitioning away from a traditional orchestral model and will continue with new performances in November. 

    By Jasmine McCraven April 25, 2022