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“Come Together…” Again. Vernaculars perform an encore of The Beatles’ “Abbey Road.”

"Come Together..." Again.

With new band members, they're back at it again. The Vernaculars Prime will perform an encore performance of The Beatles' "Abbey Road." Read on to find out more!

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Dusti Kempf, Writer
September 30, 2010

Are you a fan of The Beatles? If so, then after an exciting day of homecoming festivities, make your way over to the Little Hedrick Theatre on Saturday October 9th at 7:30 p.m. for some more fun! Last November, The Vernaculars Prime performed their tribute to the well-known Beatles’ “Abbey... Read more »

Take Ten with Chris Williams

Take Ten with Chris Williams

Recording artists get all of the glory but what about the people behind the scenes, the people that help make the music possible?

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Dusti Kempf, Writer
September 24, 2010

Meet Chris Williams, a jack of all trades. From production to running to sound, to creating his own beats, Chris has a huge place in his heart for music. He spends as much time as he can learning how to perfect his craft and eventually make a career out of it. When talking to Chris, the light of his... Read more »

Dennis Reed: Where is he now?

Music Business alumni signs with major record label.

Dennis Reed, a 2006 graduate of Catawba College and former music business student left some big shoes to fill after his impact on the music program. What big news does he have to share now? Read more to find out!

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Dusti Kempf, Writer
September 9, 2010

“I didn’t choose music. Music chose me,” says Dennis Reed, a 2006 music business graduate of Catawba College, when asked what led him in his decision to make music his career. From directing an imaginary choir from the back of his church to becoming an award winning songwriter and creating his... Read more »

Canaan Cox makes noise with his demo “Guitars and Girls”

Canaan Cox releases demo album

If you know Canaan Cox then you know how important music is to him. It's so important that he's decided to kickstart his career with his demo "Guitars and Girls." Read on to see what else is in store for Canaan!

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Dusti Kempf, Writer
September 9, 2010

You may recognize Canaan Cox from his many performances with the Theatre department, as well as his involvement with the Vernaculars ensemble. Along with several smaller concerts, Canaan has also played a large part in the Vernaculars Prime’s last three Legend Concerts. From his piano skills in Pink... Read more »

Vernaculars State of the Music Address

March 18, 2010

Catawba College’s Contemporary Popular Music Ensemble Music of Katy Perry, Orianthi, Lit, John Mayer, Lady Gaga, Halestorm, Michael Buble, Ke$sha, Hey Monday, Chevelle, and more!! Free and open to all!!

Vernaculars Valentines Concert Pioneer Pod – Catawba Radio

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February 17, 2010

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