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The University has a rich tradition
of bringing in some of the
finest musicians in the
world for performances or
teaching positions. Several
entertainers, including
Ray Charles (above) in the
1950s, have performed either
at the University or at
student events over the
years. Duke Ellington performed
at Brookings Quadrangle
in the 1960s and also received
an honorary degree; Doc
Severinson, Wynton Marsalis
and Andres Segovia also
have given noteworthy performances
at the University. Noted
conductor and composer Aaron
Copland was a visiting lecturer
in the Department of Music
in Arts & Sciences in the
1950s, and the Saint Louis
Symphony Orchestra provided
the music for Arthur Holly
Compton's 1946 installation
as chancellor. Other performers
who have made stops at the
University include R.E.M.,
Warren Zevon, Laurie Anderson
and the Peking Opera. This
year, Edison Theatre is
celebrating its 30th anniversary
with a standout OVATIONS!
Series lineup, which will
bring several more accomplished
musicians and performance
artists to the Hilltop Campus.
For a schedule, go to
edisontheatre.wustl.edu.
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University will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2003-04.
Special programs and events will be announced as the yearlong
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