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| Naturally 7 |
CaltechLive! presents Naturally 7 on Friday, June 24, at 8 p.m. PDT, outdoors on Beckman Mall, the grassy area in front of Beckman Auditorium on the Caltech campus, as part of the 2022 performance series.
The Boston Globe has said about Naturally 7, “To call them an a cappella group would be a gross understatement.” Naturally 7 is more than a tightly orchestrated collection of great singers. The members transform their voices into actual human instruments, effortlessly producing music of any genre. Naturally 7 coined the phrase “vocal play” to describe what they do.
This performance marks just the second live performance on the Caltech campus since the start of the pandemic in March 2020. Tickets are $30 general admission, with a family incentive that includes $10 tickets for youths with the purchase of a $30 adult admission. Tickets can be purchased online events.caltech.edu or by calling the Caltech Ticket Office at (626) 395-4652 Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. PDT.
In describing the legacy of the group that he founded, Roger Thomas says, “To me, we’re a band that has thrived on the cutting edge of vocal group genre. Our aim has always been to leap far beyond what any audience would ever expect from seven voices. But as high as ‘entertainment’ is on our list, we still feel that our biggest offering is music that uplifts and changes lives. With these two ingredients, we have made it our goal to bring back the forgotten golden age of vocal groups. We just want to continue carrying the banner of musical excellence for generations to come.”
Michael Alexander, Caltech’s director of public programming says, “I couldn’t be more thrilled about celebrating Caltech’s return to in-person programming and serving our broad audience than with our upcoming presentation of Naturally 7. The first time we presented them, people were coming to me at intermission and asking when we will be bringing them back.”
“This will be a party, and parties include dancing,” Alexander says, “so I am looking forward to seeing families up on their feet for a very good time. And I challenge the children in our audience to identify all the instruments coming out of the voices of these seven incredible artists.”
The sonic mastery by Naturally 7 was on full display in a series of unforgettable performances on The World’s Best TV show, which premiered on CBS immediately following Super Bowl LIII. Hosted by comedian and Carpool Karaoke collaborator James Corden, Naturally 7 reigned supreme as the world’s “Best Group,” and cemented its singular status among the planet’s musical elite.
Their more than 20-year career includes three world tours—nearly 500 shows—performing with the likes of the incomparable Michael Bublé, a shared billing with global phenomenon Coldplay, which included a sold-out show at the Barclays Center in New York City and owned the spotlight in a pair of national Cheerios commercials.
In addition to Bublé, Naturally 7 has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Quincy Jones, Sarah Connor, Lionel Richie, Ludacris, The Roots, and more. Counted among their
world-famous fans are former President Barack Obama, Will.I.Am., Ellen DeGeneres, Craig Ferguson, Bill and Melinda Gates, Jay Leno, Alan Titchmarsh, Mo’Nique, Jools Holland, and Arsenio Hall, along with countless others.
Caltech COVID-19 outdoor event policy
Caltech requires that all guests show proof of full vaccination and booster, along with a government-issued ID before accessing Beckman Mall. Children under 5, who are not yet eligible for vaccination, will be able to access Beckman Mall with an adult having shown proof of vaccination. Mask usage is at the discretion of each guest.
Consistent with the Institute's vaccination policy for all students and employees, all attendees at events on campus must be able to provide proof of their fully vaccinated and boosted status, if they are eligible for a booster dose or more than 30 days post becoming eligible; or have proof of a negative viral test result from within 72 hours prior to the event. Acceptable viral tests include a PCR test or a proctored antigen test.
Please note that these health and safety measures are subject to change, at Caltech's discretion and based on evolving health and safety guidance and conditions. We will continue to work closely with Pasadena, L.A. County, and state of California officials to support the health and well-being of all members of the Caltech community and guests.
CaltechLive! Calendar listing for Naturally 7
Date: Friday, June 24, 2022, at 8 p.m. PDT
Location: Beckman Mall, (enter at 332 South Michigan Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91106)
Tickets: General In-Person Admission—$45
Family Tickets—Adult $30; Youth $10 (6-18 years)
*Must purchase at least one adult ($45) ticket to
accompany up to four youth tickets.
** At this time, children under 5 who are not yet eligible
for vaccination are not permitted inside Beckman Auditorium
Tickets can be purchased online at events.caltech.edu or
by calling the Caltech Ticket Office at (626) 395-4652
Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. PDT.
More info: Events.Caltech.Edu
Questions: Contact the Caltech Ticket Office via email at events@caltech.edu or
leave a message at (626) 395-4652.
Please allow 48 hours for a response.
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