Mosaic Whispers, the University’s award-winning student a cappella ensemble, will celebrate its “Super Sweet 16” anniversary with the release of a new CD, “Behind Bars,” during the annual Splash of Color concert at 7:30 p.m. March 2-3 in Graham Chapel.
Splash of Color 2007 combines a cappella and comedy and features guest performances by groups from both the campus a cappella community and around the country.
In addition to Mosaic Whispers, Friday’s show features the University’s co-ed After Dark and the all-female Greenleafs.
Saturday’s show will feature the University’s co-ed group The Amateurs and the all-male Pikers.
Mama’s Pot Roast, the University’s premiere improv comedy troupe, will provide pre-concert entertainment both evenings.
Founded in 1991, Mosaic Whispers is the University’s oldest co-ed a cappella group. The group’s repertoire includes original arrangements of everything from hard rock, pop and jazz to oldies, country, soul and funk.
The group performs extensively throughout St. Louis and the nation. The ensemble has appeared on MSNBC’s “Hardball with Chris Matthews” and has advanced to the Midwest semifinals of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) three times.
The Amateurs and After Dark made it to this year’s ICCA Midwest Quarterfinals held in Graham Chapel Feb. 23.
“Behind Bars” is the Mosaic Whisper’s eighth studio album and features songs recorded during the past three years. In addition, the group has appeared on four national a cappella compilations.
Tickets are $7; $5 for students.
For more information, call (616) 485-9170 or visit mosaicwhispers.com.