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The Defiance College 2008-09 Schomburg Series brings another diverse and exciting slate of performers to the campus and community as it kicks off its 33rd season with Neil Jacobs on Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. Neil Jacobs will perform in Schomburg Auditorium at Defiance College, a change from the previously released venue.
Originally slated to perform with American Gypsy duo Arkadiy Gips and Steven Fox, Jacobs will be appearing solo as violinist Gips will be on tour with Madonna.
With his own style of playing that the St. Louis Riverfront Times describes as “mesmerizing,” Jacobs covers a full spectrum of styles and dynamics, touching on music diverse and varied as gypsy, world, Balkan folk, jazz, and fingerstyle guitar while maintaining his own refreshing and energetic style of playing. A self-taught musician, Jacobs draws inspiration from his world travels and experiences. His most recent focus includes the gypsy music of Eastern Europe and the Balkans which is showcased in his third CD.
Jacobs has had a colorful and unconventional musical career. In 1984 his fusion group, Coldfish, toured with acts such as Spyro Gyra, Alan Holdsworth, Janis Ian, Jeff Lorber, and the late Herbie Mann. His work in film later took him to the Soviet Union where he was invited to perform at Moscow University, Mosfilm Studios, and Gorky Park.
In 2001, Jacobs accepted the position of associate professor in the division of performing arts at Alfred University in New York. His interest in teaching and sharing his knowledge and experience has expanded to offering workshops and lectures in schools, forums, and chautauquas across the country. His critically acclaimed fourth CD, “Secret Places,” was released in 2005 and features an interesting collage of musical styles and textures reflecting his diverse background.
Tickets may also be ordered online at www.defiance.edu/pages/schomburg.html and will also be available at the door.
Support for this year’s Schomburg Series is provided in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, The Hubbard Company, Time Warner Cable, and radio stations WDFM, WZOM, WNDH and WONW.
Defiance College is an independent, liberal arts institution in Northwest Ohio offering more than 40 undergraduate majors as well as graduate programs in education and business. Defiance College has received national recognition for its educational experience of engagement. U. S. News & World Report ranks Defiance in the top tier of comprehensive colleges in the Midwest. The college website is www.defiance.edu.
September 12, 2008
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