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Rhiannon Giddens

Rhiannon Giddens, 2019-21 Frank Sinatra Artist-in-Residence

Grammy-winning singer and musician skilled in an array of genres from fiddle to folk to opera, Rhiannon Giddens gave a number of performances on campus, worked with students, and engaged with the University community on special projects.

2020-2021 Residency
Rhiannon Giddens in concert. Photo by Chuck Barry.

Making Connections Through Music

Rhiannon Giddens brought her passion for music to the classroom.

Rhiannon Giddens playing her banjo on stage with Francesco Turrisi on accordion. Photos by Charles Barry.

Giddens Resurrects the Past

Frank Sinatra Chair in the Performing Arts enthralls, educates SCU audience

Francisco Turisi and Rhianon Giddens

there is no Other

Rhiannon Giddens performed her latest concert with guest Francesco Turrisi

Winter 2020 Residency
Rhiannon Giddens playing fiddle

2020 Music Festival

Rhiannon Giddens singing with students

2020 Music Festival

Fall 2019 Residency
Pictures of Rhiannon Giddens, Francesco Turrisi, and Justin Harrington

Fall 2020 Residency

Francesco Turrisi and Rhiannon Giddens

Winter 2021 Residency

Rhiannon Giddens and Francesco Turrisi

Spring 2021 Residency