Pan Rocks, a renowned group of steelpan players founded by musician Tracy Thornton, is set to perform classic rock-inspired covers 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Miami University’s Millett Hall

Thornton’s group will be joined by electronic violinist Mark Wood and the orchestras from Mason, Centerville, Greenville and Oakwood High Schools. 

The group will play hits from hard rock groups such as Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, incorporating its guest performers to enrich the instrumental arrangements. Tickets for the event, which run at $15 for adults, $14 for seniors and $10 for youth and students, can be purchased online.

Sikhs hold cultural festival in Uptown Memorial Park

Miami University’s Sikh Student Association is hosting a cultural festival at the Uptown Memorial Park, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, April 8.  

The festival celebrates Vaisakhi Mela, one of the most important dates on the Sikh calendar. It marks the start of the Punjabi New Year and celebrates the year when the Sikhism faith was created.

There will be an information booth, a craft booth, food and performances throughout the event.

Miami University graduate students in music will present an evening of solo and chamber works of various styles 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, Souers Recital Hall in the Center for Performing Arts , 420 S. Patterson Ave. 

This event features students from many studios within the department showcasing their work. 

Graduate students present concert April 12

Miami University graduate students in music will present an evening of solo and chamber works of various styles 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, Souers Recital Hall in the Center for Performing Arts , 420 S. Patterson Ave. 

This event features students from many studios within the department showcasing their work.