Cadence/Silence/Presence

Abstract

This response, in the form of performative writing, to Chris McRae's performance Miles Away from “The Cool” explores the performer's integration of music, architecture, and performance theory. I especially emphasize my subjective experience of these elements as an audience member. I address social class and race in the context of performance instruction in the college classroom.

Keywords:

• Performance ethnography
• Critical pedagogy
• Music

The author thanks Chris McRae and Aubrey A. Huber for their work and their friendship.

The author thanks Chris McRae and Aubrey A. Huber for their work and their friendship.