Ever Ancient, Ever New: A Conversation with Sir James MacMillan on the State of the Arts
Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Carriage Club, 5301 State Line Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64112
Please join Dr. Jason M. Baxter (Director of the Center for Beauty and Culture at Benedictine College) and David O’Connor (Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame) in a conversation on the “state of the arts” with world-famous composer Sir James MacMillan.
This event will include a wide-ranging panel discussion on the relationship between religious faith and beauty, the relationship between tradition and creativity, and how important beauty is in our technological world. In addition, attendees will experience some of MacMillan’s most beautiful, haunting works for cello, including “HB to MB” and “Kiss on Wood,” played by faculty members of Benedictine College’s Music Department.
Due to limited seating, this event is ticketed. Tickets are available for free with your RSVP.