Band with University roots releases CD

Under Sky, a four-year-old group that evolved from annual musical celebrations of faith at Rochester, recorded original music and other songs for Before the Wind. Band members, who include University graduates, are headed by Rev. Greg Osterberg, the Protestant chaplain at Rochester, who plays guitar and sings. The group also features Boegart Bibby '98, drums and percussion; Robert Baldwin '98, who received his master's degree from the Eastman School, on piano and keyboards; Jonathan Rickert '99, guitar and bass; and Osterberg's wife, Deborah, who also provides vocals.

Osterberg describes Under Sky's style as eclectic, bringing together musical influences and ideas from cultures around the world. Before the Wind features reggae, rhythm and blues, acoustic rock, and Celtic sounds. The group recorded the CD over the summer with the assistance of audio engineer Jorge Martinez '00.

Copies of the Before the Wind CD are available by contacting the Protestant Community Office at the Interfaith Chapel, x5-4321. The group also has a Web site with audio at www.underskymusic.com.

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