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Enrico Caruso’s Big Debut…and the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic

March 27, 2020

This is not the first time UMS has been forced to make tough choices in response to a global pandemic. Discover how the 1918 Spanish Flu impacted bringing “the world’s greatest tenor” to Ann Arbor.

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Playlist: Sir James Galway at UMS

March 24, 2020

Enjoy selections from every one of Sir James Galway’s UMS programs since his 1978 Ann Arbor debut.

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Playlist: UMS Staff “Quarantunes”

March 20, 2020

UMS staff compiled a playlist to help stay calm and productive while working from home.

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“Alone in the Jungle for Days” — An Interview with Tarek Yamani

March 18, 2020

UMS guest contributor Doyle Armbrust interviews Tarek Yamani about his inspiring self-reflection and journey finding a unique musical voice and “Afro-Tarab” style.

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Hélène Grimaud Performance Playlist

March 14, 2020

In light of Hélène Grimaud’s canceled performance due to COVID-19 restrictions, enjoy a playlist of the exact recital program featuring Ms. Grimaud’s magnificent recordings.

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COVID-19 Update

March 11, 2020

All University of Michigan campus events convening 100+ people are canceled through April 21. UMS will follow up via email no later than Friday, 3/13 with information about refund and ticket donation options for canceled presentations.

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Tunde Olaniran’s March Residency at UMS

March 10, 2020

Tunde Olaniran is collaborating with fellow Flint artists Talicia Campbell, Terra Lockhart, and Emma Davis on a new multimedia piece about bridging the cultural divides within the southeastern Michigan region. Learn more about their upcoming activities.