Topic: Cayman Arts Festival
Local and visiting musicians join for a night of musical brilliance
The Cayman Youth Camerata were joined by alumni from the Yehudi Menuhin School at CayMusicA's second Cayman Arts Festival concert on 7 Feb.
Cayman Arts Festival 2026 promises a myriad of music genres
Cayman Arts Festival kicks off next week and runs from 5-14 February, showcaseing a myriad of local and overseas performers.
‘An Evening of Jazz’ at CayMusicA’s Music at the Library
Among the performers for this edition of the monthly music series is popular Caymanian multi-instrumentalist Beneil Miller, who last performed for CayMusicA at this year's Cayman Arts Festival last February.
Pianist Artur Pizarro takes audience on a musical journey
Portuguese pianist Artur Pizarro's recital at CayMusicA's Cayman Piano Festival event on 4 Oct., was more than a performance - it was voyage.
CayMusicA performance season opens with sold-out concert
The 2025-26 performance season of CayMusicA opened on 18 Sept. with a sold-out Music at the Library concert at the George Town Public Library.
Cayman Arts Festival rebrands as CayMusicA to reflect music focus
Cayman Arts Festival is rebranding as CayMusicA to reflect its role promoting classical music through festivals and events.
Youngsters turn up the volume for the song ‘Summer’
A group of youngsters spent the summer holidays creating music, forming a band and producing their first single, entitled 'Summer'.
Young musicians build skills at summer camp
More than 40 students from across the islands had a ‘classic’ summer experience during the Cayman Arts Festival’s camp for instrumentalists.
High school students hone skills at prestigious music camp
Thirteen students from the John Gray High School have returned home after attending a String Orchestra Camp at the Florida State University.
New instruments from Cayman Arts Festival let students make music
More than US$11,500 worth of new musical instruments recently arrived on Grand Cayman, destined to end up in the hands of the children who participate in Cayman Arts Festival’s student music education programme.
Award-winning violinist to perform at Music at the Library
Cayman Arts Festival is set to present an evening of chamber music featuring award-winning violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky and pianist Wu Qian.
Stars of the future share the stage with Broadway’s finest at Cayman Arts Festival
The event, billed as 'Cayman Youth Choir and New York Cabaret Singers', saw children perform alongside acclaimed Broadway performers.
Music, music and more music
Music lovers are in for a treat when the Cayman Arts Festival returns in February.
Cayman Arts Festival 2025 promises diverse lineup
Cayman Arts Festival is set to deliver a host of musical delights to local audiences from 6-15 Feb. at various locations across the islands.
Young musician turns artisan, training as Cayman’s first luthier
At a young age, Zachary Allen knew he had a knack for music and began realising his calling as a musician in primary school. Today, the talented young musician, 18, is taking his love to the next level and perfecting the craft of musical repair, on a path to becoming Cayman's first luthier, trained in making and maintaining stringed instruments.
British piano powerhouses to perform for 3rd annual Piano Festival
The third annual Cayman Piano Festival returns 3-12 Oct. with two renowned British classical pianists headlining a six-event lineup.
Young musicians hit the right notes at overseas orchestra camp
Seven young Caymanian string musicians have brought their talent to the next level, after performing in two concerts at Florida State University.
Young stars jazz up the night
Eight young musicians from the Cayman Arts Festival's jazz group presented a line-up of classics and contemporary hits during their debut performance.
Cayman Youth Choir brings back the 70s in ‘Mamma Mia!’ showcase
Members of the Cayman Youth Choir channelled Queen and ABBA in a sold-out, show-stopping showcase of ‘Mamma Mia!’ at Harquail Theatre.
Youth Brass Ensemble makes its musical debut
After more than six months of hard work, the Cayman Arts Festival’s Youth Brass Ensemble made its debut, performing at the festival's monthly concert...
Cayman Arts Festival wraps up 20th anniversary celebration
The eclectic line-up of musicians gracing various stages proved a fitting celebration for the 20th anniversary of the Cayman Arts Festival.
Cayman Arts Festival celebrates 20th anniversary
Cayman Arts Festival is celebrating two decades with a host of music events, from Sunday, 15 Feb. to Friday, 1 March.
Piano duo dazzle at ‘four hands’ recital
Glen Inanga and Hannah Shen brought masterpieces to life in a 'four hands' piano recital on Thursday, 11 Jan., performed to a packed Harquail Theatre.
Cayman Arts Festival brings the gift of music to Cayman Brac
The Cayman Arts Festival has donated a grand piano to Layman E. Scott Sr. High School on Cayman Brac, just in time for Christmas.
World-renowned flamenco dancer wows sold-out crowd
The Harquail Theatre was packed on Wednesday night as Cayman Arts Festival presented an evening of flamenco dance featuring world-renowned choreographer and professional dancer Miguel Vargas
NYC Ballet Orchestra to enchant music lovers
The Cayman Arts Festival presents an evening of classical music featuring the musicians of the New York Ballet Orchestra, under the direction of Concertmaster, Arturo Delmoni on Saturday, 11 Nov., at 7pm in the Vault at Compass Centre.
Cayman Arts Festival brings flamenco flair to Harquail Theatre
Cayman Arts Festival will present an evening of Flamenco dance featuring world-renowned choreographer and professional flamenco dancer Miguel Vargas at the Harquail Theatre, on Wednesday, 8 Nov.
Cayman Arts Festival celebrates the piano
The Cayman Arts Festival is set to deliver a 10-day celebration of world-class piano music, featuring a lineup of international pianists from Latvia, China, and Jamaica/US.
Musical friends dazzle at Cayman Arts Festival
Music lovers filled the John Gray High School auditorium Wednesday to enjoy a recital by Caymanian cellist Dequan Smith and his friend, pianist Adam Heron, as part of the Cayman Arts Festival.
Cayman Arts Festival presents Dequan Smith and Adam Heron
Before returning to the UK for another year of studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, cellist Dequan Smith, a former winner of the...
Award-winning pianist plans unique Cayman festival for 2024
To meet Harriet Stubbs in person is to be swept up in a wave of energy, enthusiasm and ambition.
One might be forgiven for thinking...
Local musicians shine on stage with Andrea Bocelli
For a group of local musicians, their dreams came true when they performed with famed tenor Andrea Bocelli.
Cayman Arts Festival for 2023 promises extraordinary lineup
February isn’t just the month for romance – it’s also the month for entertainment, according to Cayman Arts Festival.
Running from 2-26 Feb., this year’s...
Cayman Youth Choir presents ‘One More Song’
On Saturday, 5 Nov. at 6pm, young voices will be raising the roof in the John Gray High School Performance Hall.
A Cayman Arts Festival...
Cayman Arts Festival presents Cayman Piano Festival 2022
There is 'tickling the ivories' and then there is a display of world-class musical talent, creating magic through the piano.
The Cayman Arts Festival, as...
Cayman Arts Festival presents ‘Four Strings Around the World’
The Cayman Arts Festival is continuing its commitment to bringing international talent to the Cayman Islands, in order to benefit the students it teaches...
Cayman Arts Festival presents cello and piano recital
You may have read recently in the Cayman Compass that local young musician, Dequan Smith, is going from strength-to-strength while mastering his chosen instrument,...
Jazz in Trance set to wow audience
Fans of big band music should be getting their tickets for the Jazz in Trance performance at the National Gallery on Thursday, 3 March,...
Cayman Arts Festival presents CayForte String Quartet
The newest product of the Cayman Arts Festival, the CayForte String Quartet, will be performing in the gardens of the National Gallery of the...
Dequan Smith finalist in Young Musician of the Caribbean competition
Young Caymanian cellist Dequan Smith, whom the Cayman Compass recently reported was accepted to study at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, is once again...
Cayman Arts Festival takes to the gardens of National Gallery
Anyone who has visited the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands, and walked its grounds, will be aware of how the artistic surroundings inspire...
Dequan Smith: Musical prodigy reaches for the stars
A young Caymanian musician recently received some impressive news: Three of the top music schools in the world have offered him a place to study at their prestigious institutions.
Cayman Arts Festival hosts two Christmas recitals
Cayman Arts Festival, which is constantly championing young musical talent, has decided to bring some Christmas joy to audiences with not one, but two,...
Piano recital features new wave of talent
The Cayman Arts Festival is well known for nurturing young musical talent, and this Thursday, 2 Dec., some new faces will be featured at...
Pub quiz fundraiser for Cayman Arts Festival
Do you know what the capital of Australia is? Are you well-versed in everything written by The Beatles? Is listing the names of all...
Cayman Arts Festival presents Jazz Night
In case you weren't aware, going to the library doesn't just have to be about borrowing books.
The Cayman Arts Festival regularly holds musical events...
Cayman Arts Festival promises exciting calendar of events
One of the most exciting arts events in the Cayman Islands - the 2021 Cayman Arts Festival - will be taking place from 4-13...
Cayman Arts Festival starts its 2021 season
Bella Rooney (vocals) and James Brake (piano) will be performing at the George Town Public Library as part of the 'Music at the Library' series.
Music at the Library highlights young talent
Cayman Arts Festival is hosting another installment of its Music at the Library series, with a host of talented young musicians performing on Thursday...
Cayman Arts Festival presents organ and violin soirée
This Thursday, enjoy the extraordinary sounds of organ and violin in harmony at St. George's Anglican Church.
Featuring Heidi Ordaz-Nyack on organ and Sarah Elizabeth...
Cayman Arts Festival presents Music at the Library
The Cayman Arts Festival and Cayman Islands Public Library Service have joined forces once again to host a musical evening at the George Town...
Cello and piano musical soirée offers an encore
Anyone who supports or attends the Cayman Arts Festival's events is well familiar with its roster of extraordinarily talented musical performers.
On 19 Aug., CAF...
‘Decades: A Musical Journey Through Time’ casts spotlight on young talent
The Cayman Arts Festival continues with its goal to enrich the lives of students through music, by presenting ‘Decades: A Musical Journey Through Time’ – a concert performed by the Cayman Youth Choir.
Cayman Arts Festival hosts international musicians
One of the most exciting arts events in the Cayman Islands - the Cayman Arts Festival - will be taking place this month, with a raft of international and local musical talent on the calendar.
Craft Market draws in the Artisan Community
Shoppers looking for unique Christmas presents were not disappointed Saturday at the first Compass Media Christmas Community Craft Fair, which attracted 50 vendors.
The event,...
Cayman Arts Festival brings New York to Cayman
Once again, the audience is invited to spend the evening in the presence of some of New York’s brightest stars. The four headliners are...
Top UK pianist to hold recital
Cayman Arts Festival continues to present entertaining, high-quality events to Cayman’s music lovers. Following a well-established tradition, the piano recital on Thursday will introduce one of the most experienced pianists from the UK, Martin Roscoe, to the Cayman Islands.
Music at the Library series plans summer schedule
Cayman’s music lovers need not worry that the arrival of summer will lead to a drought of live music events.
Cayman Arts Festival’s young talent
Cayman Arts Festival is known for its promotion of young artists from its After School Programme and prominent overseas performers invited to perform on the island such as Joey Alexander, the Juilliard Jazz Ensemble, Sheku Kanneh-Mason and Andrei Ionita.
Cuba makes impression on young Cayman musicians
They played with Cuba’s national youth orchestra. They busked on the street. They sat in class with other young musicians. And they attended a multi-faceted performance of Mozart’s Requiem at Havana’s main theater for performing arts.
Broadway is back! Cayman Arts Festival hails return of New York Cabaret Night
The Cayman Arts Festival is known for bringing extraordinary talents to the Cayman Islands for its annual events.
Cayman Arts Festival hosts musical quintet
The Red Violinist is returning to Cayman. After her last sold-out performance during the Cayman Arts Festival in 2016, Elizabeth Pitcairn will once again be enchanting local audiences on Nov. 3. Those who attend the event will also have the privilege of seeing her famous Stradivarius.
Cayman Arts Festival to host pianist Rebeca Omordia
London-based award-winning pianist Rebeca Omordia will perform at a concert in Cayman on Thursday evening, hosted by the Cayman Arts Festival.
Local music, arts series brings life to George Town library
The old George Town Public Library will transform into a concert and performing arts venue once a month, starting this Thursday evening.
Young musicians head to prestigious summer camp in New York
With no cellphones and no internet, the Luzerne Music Center might not be the summer vacation destination of choice for many youngsters.
‘Music Bazaar’ evening to highlight Cayman’s best
Cayman Arts Festival will present “Music Bazaar” on Saturday, May 19, in the Marriott Resort ballroom – a fundraising event to help the not-for-profit entity continue to support its various initiatives and programs.
The romance of Cabaret
On Saturday evening, just a few days before Valentine’s Day, the Cayman Arts Festival hosted some of New York’s finest cabaret singers to perform “Isn’t It Romantic?” at the Marriott Beach Resort.
Weekender Spotlight
Weekender Spotlight is back and Editor Vicki Wheaton once again shares the weekend's top events. From the Cayman Arts Festival Broadway night at the Marriott to The Wailers at the Royal Palms, this pre-Valentine's Day weekend is packed with fun.
Cayman Arts Festival features local and international talent
One of the most exciting arts events in the Cayman Islands, the 2018 Cayman Arts Festival, will take place next week, with a raft of international and local musical talent waiting to entertain local audiences.
Education in string theory
British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason held a music workshop on Friday for students from John Gray High School, Clifton Hunter High School, Red Bay Primary School and Triple C School.
Cello maestro: International duo featured at Cayman Arts Festival
Cayman Arts Festival is excited to present another evening of fabulous entertainment to its audience.
Weekender Spotlight
The Christmas season continues with a full weekend schedule of festivities. Weekender Editor Vicki Wheaton looks ahead at the Cayman Arts Festival, the Capella Music Festival, the Christmas Spectacular and more.
