Memphis is already a famously musical town, but it’s about to get a little more harmonious. And maybe even a little funkier. Starting today, the Contemporary A Capella League brings the 2008 Vocal Symposium for a capella singing groups to downtown Memphis.
The unique symposium features a variety of master classes and panel discussions and climaxes on Saturday night with a concert at the Orpheum by the influential sextet Take 6.
In addition to recording their own material, Take 6 has worked with artists ranging from Ray Charles to Don Henley. Their jazz, pop, and gospel recordings have earned numerous Grammy and Dove awards. Take 6 will be joined on stage by DeltaCapella, Memphis’ tight, all-male a capella ensemble.
Read more in this week’s We Recommend.