Le Provocateur

Painter and professor Jeremy Long's alert eyes, set in his serious face, reveal his many years of experience in painting. Yet, his expression, as he discusses color relationships, landscapes, foregrounds, spaces, rhythms and "oneness," conveys the depth of his devotion to the study of art and his desire to learn and create.

The goal of a good live album is to completely immerse the listener by recreating the concert experience. You should be able to close your eyes and be transported away to the front row of a sold-out venue. A live album should capture the spontaneity, intimacy and energy of a performance.

Being a student in Worcester is a gateway for more exciting opportunities than most people give it credit for. With the benefits of the Worcester Consortium in such close reach, it is mind-blowing how much is available to students and is rarely taken advantage of.

Tracy Kraus' fingers moved quickly and precisely on her flute. She stood beneath the dome arch in the church swaying to rhythm of the beat, the polished silver shined off her flute reflecting the light. It's not everyday you hear 12 world-class musicians perform live in person.