A celebration of 75 years of Roosevelt University
Founding Member of Chicago | Years at Roosevelt: 1965–67
Robert Lamm is a veteran composer, vocalist, keyboard player and producer. He credits his exposure to classical music and composition to his time as a Roosevelt student.
In 1967, Lamm helped found the band Rock with Horns, later known as Chicago. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame. Today the band continues to perform at venues across the country.
Jazz Composer and Performer | Philosophy and Music Composition, ’63
Anthony Braxton is one of the most influential artists in improvisational jazz. As a teacher and musician, Braxton has released over 100 albums and has earned a global reputation for his remarkable skills.
Braxton was recognized as a Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts, awarded the MacArthur ‘Genius’ Grant, and continues to play music and support young musicians.