SUNY Fredonia News Services

Songs of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and Rodgers and Hammerstein will highlight talent Commencement Eve

mantaicd — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:34:00 GMT

Some of the greatest songs from Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and Rodgers and Hammerstein will be in the spotlight on Friday, May 17 when Rockefeller Arts Center presents “The Great American Songbook, Part One” at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall. The annual commencement eve pops concert highlights eight talented student vocalists, backed by the Western New York Chamber Orchestra conducted by Maestro Glen Cortese.

Masterworks Concert to support scholarships will feature Gershwin's beloved 'Rhapsody In Blue'

mantaicd — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:24:00 GMT

The Fredonia College Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. David Rudge, will be joined by the 100-plus voices of the Fredonia Masterworks Chorus.

Talk on opera in 19th century Italy slated for Friday

eikenbur — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:09:00 GMT

Dr. Melina Esse of the Eastman School of Music will give the talk, "History Repeating Itself: Poetic Improvisation and Embodied Memory in Early 19th Century Italy."

Rockin' the Commons to raise money for Roswell

mantaicd — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:58:00 GMT

Fredonia Radio Systems, WNYF-TV, Teacher’s Education Club, and Sound Services will present the 10th annual Rockin' the Commons event Saturday, April 13, in Steele Hall.

Music welcomes Upshaw and Kalish for busy residency

mantaicd — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 06:44:00 GMT

Battle of the Bands winners play this week

mantaicd — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:11:00 GMT

The winner of the annual Sound Services competition will perform this week, and open at Fred Fest this year.

Faculty Showcase Concert Monday

mantaicd — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:22:00 GMT

Music for kids 6 months to 5 years

mantaicd — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:20:00 GMT

Beginning on Tuesday, Feb.12 and Saturday, Feb. 16, all classes will be held in the gymnasium of the Campus & Community Children’s Center on the SUNY Fredonia campus.

High school string students can register now for March 2 workshop

mantaicd — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:23:00 GMT

In master classes, workshops, orchestral reading sessions and more, students will work in small groups with Fredonia artist faculty in a fun, supportive learning environment.

High school pianists can register now for March 9 master class program

mantaicd — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:11:00 GMT

This intensive day of master classes, concerts, workshops and lessons for young pianists is an exciting chance to work with outstanding Fredonia piano faculty.

Hillman Memorial Music Association honored in Buffalo

mantaicd — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:19:00 GMT

The Hillman Memorial Music Association at SUNY Fredonia was one of 15 individuals and organizations honored by the Western New York chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals at its Distinguished Honoree Program held at the National Philanthropy Day luncheon on Nov. 14 at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens in Buffalo.

Frank and Sallie Pullano to receive Jessie Hillman Award for Excellence

barone — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:38:00 GMT

Dr. Frank and Sallie (Shapley) Pullano will receive the Jessie Hillman Award for Excellence at the Saturday, Nov. 10, Hillman Opera performance in Marvel Theatre. Specially designed medals will be presented to the couple at 7:30 p.m. before the curtain rises on this year’s Hillman Opera. The Hillman Memorial Music Association bestows the honor to recognize dedicated and respected musicians or educators.

SUNY Fredonia welcomes Vanessa and Helen (Class of '60) Williams back to campus for presentation and book signing

mantaicd — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:19:00 GMT

Internationally acclaimed entertainer Vanessa Williams and her mother, Helen Tinch Williams, a member of the Class of 1960, will appear on SUNY Fredonia’s campus Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in Diers Recital Hall. The two have recently co-authored a collective autobiography, You Have No Idea, that characterizes the enduring relationship that aided Vanessa through a series of challenges which arose after she was crowned the first African-American Miss America in 1983.

Lunar Ensemble performing Nov. 12 and 13 for Schoenberg anniversary

mantaicd — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 18:58:00 GMT

The 100th anniversary of the premiere of Arnold Schoenberg's Pierrot Lunaire is a milestone event in the musical world. In recognition of the centenary of the premiere performance of this monumental work, the SUNY Fredonia School of Music will present the Baltimore-based Lunar Enesmble for two nights of performances in Rosch Recital Hall.

James Currie to give guest lecture on Puccini's style Oct. 22; Hillman Opera Scholar presentation

mantaicd — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:34:00 GMT

Guest lecturer Dr. James Currie of the University of Buffalo’s musicology faculty will open this year’s Hillman Opera activities with a presentation, “Puccini’s Late Style,” on Monday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall at SUNY Fredonia. This is the third annual Hillman Opera Scholar presentation, sponsored by the Hillman Opera and the Musicology Area of the School of Music.

Razzle-dazzle musical "Chicago" sold out for all shows

mantaicd — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 13:40:00 GMT

All shows are sold out for the Department of Theatre and Dance's Mainstage production of "Chicago," opening Friday, Oct. 19 in Marvel Theatre at 8 p.m.

Classical Guitarist and SUNY Fredonia music alumnus, Craig Einhorn, will give recital on October 19

mantaicd — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:07:00 GMT

Classical guitarist and SUNY Fredonia music ('88) and communication ('83) alumnus, Craig Einhorn will be the featured guest artist in a recital on Friday, Oct.19 at 8 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall. This event is free and open to the public, supported by the Fredonia Guitar Society.

The School of Music announces October concert highlights

mantaicd — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 17:24:00 GMT

The SUNY Fredonia School of Music presents an active schedule of ensemble concerts, faculty recitals and guest artists in the month of October, including the Fredonia Wind Quintet, above, which will perform October 9 at 8 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall.

Cellist Natasha Farny presents two recitals in September

mantaicd — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:33:00 GMT

The SUNY Fredonia School of Music presents a faculty recital featuring cellist Natasha Farny on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 4 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall.

Children’s Concerts Series Kicks off Seventh Season with String Quartet on Saturday, Sept. 22

mantaicd — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 18:27:00 GMT

The Musical Journeys Program of the Fredonia School of Music kicks off its seventh season of free concerts designed to appeal to very young children. The first concert will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22 in Darwin R. Barker Library, in Fredonia.

Patrick Fay and Skylar Pratt toured with the Drum Corps International this summer

mantaicd — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 17:26:00 GMT

Patrick Fay and Skylar Pratt, music education majors, spent 82 days of the summer performing around the United States with The Glassmen in Drum Corps International. Lengthy practices were held every day and students often slept on gym floors and on buses. The world finals were held in Indianapolis in Lucas Oil Stadium, site of the 2012 Super Bowl.

Register by Sept. 14 for Double Reed Day

mantaicd — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 16:14:00 GMT

The SUNY Fredonia School of Music is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Double Reed Day on Sunday, September 30: a day of master classes designed exclusively for high school double reed players.

Student quintet earns second in Tennessee event honoring Calvin Smith, '72

mantaicd — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:00:00 GMT

The first Calvin Smith Festival & Brass Quintet Competition was created in Oak Ridge, Tenn., to honor the late 1972 Fredonia alumnus who passed away from a sudden heart attack at just 61 years of age, and SUNY Fredonia’s Fireside Brass Quintet, an all-student musical group, won second place — and $1,000 — at the inaugural event.

New Horizons Band to perform in Fredonia and Brocton parks this summer

mantaicd — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:29:00 GMT

The New Horizons Band of Western New York will present free Summer Concerts at 6:30 p.m .on Wednesday, July 25 at the Barker Common Gazebo in the Village of Fredonia and at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, at the Ryckman Park Gazebo in the Village of Brocton.

SUNY Fredonia grad Helen Williams co-writes Vanessa Williams biography

mantaicd — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Helen Williams, a SUNY Fredonia graduate and mother of actress Vanessa Williams, shares the spotlight in an enduring photograph on the front cover of a new biography, “You Have No Idea,” that she helped her famous daughter write. SUNY Fredonia will host a book-signing for both authors on Nov. 10. The widely anticipated book is the first by Vanessa, whose career includes starring roles on “The Right Stuff,” “Ugly Betty” and “Desperate Housewives.

New Horizons Band presents Spring Concert April 19 in King

mantaicd — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:10:00 GMT

The New Horizons Band of Western New York will present a Spring Concert of “Songs, Dances & Marches” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 19, in King Concert Hall.

Guitar quartet earns glowing reviews, encores, in European news

mantaicd — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:45:00 GMT

"The overwhelming sentiment from audience members in both Germany and France was that their performances belied the fact that they are indeed a student ensemble," James Piorkowski said.

Music ensembles going on the road to play in NY, PA, Germany and France

mantaicd — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:12:00 GMT

While the Fredonia School of Music has a long tradition of sending its ensembles out on tour both domestically and abroad, it is starting a new tradition in which several performing groups are sent out in different directions, but at the same time. In total, the groups will be working directly with approximately 4,000 school age students. The plan also includes a performance of the Fredonia Chamber Choir at a SUNY Fredonia Alumni Reunion in Manhattan.

Janet Sung returns to perform Bach works with Fr. Sean Duggan

mantaicd — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:53:00 GMT

Former SUNY Fredonia violinist Janet Sung will return to campus to present two concerts March 7 and 8, featuring the complete works of J.S. Bach for violin and keyboards, with School of Music faculty member Father Sean Duggan, piano.

Children’s Concerts Series continues season with African drumming on March 3

mantaicd — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:28:00 GMT

The Musical Journeys Program of the Fredonia School of Music continues its sixth season of free concerts designed to appeal to very young children. Selected student ensembles from the Fredonia School of Music will perform half-hour Children's Concerts on four Saturday mornings with two performances at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 am on Saturday, March 3, in the Darwin R. Barker Library, 7 Day Street in Fredonia.

Invitation takes Fredonia Guitar Quartet to venues in Germany and France during Spring Break

mantaicd — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:45:00 GMT

An unexpected invitation from a prominent guitarist and teacher in Nuremberg, Germany has led to a fullfledged spring concert tour for the Fredonia Guitar Quartet, directed by James Piorkowski. Student members are Michael Mendoza, Mario Rubano, Jahzeel Montes, and Anthony LaLena.

Cellos and violas featured this week in 12th NewSound Festival

mantaicd — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:37:00 GMT

The annual NewSound Festival continues with Natasha and Evelyn Farny on Feb. 17 and "Three Violas" with Jutta Puchhammer-Sediollot Feb. 18. The series showcases the music of the 20th and 21st century by featuring composers, performers and lecturers from across the U.S. It is sponsored by the Ethos New Music Society student group.

Pathways to Music classes offered in Children's Center

mantaicd — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:59:00 GMT

Each class is a combination of age-appropriate musical activities including songs, finger plays, dances, bouncing games, circle games, instrument exploration, lullabies and more.

Registration deadline is announced for Piano Experience

mantaicd — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:09:00 GMT

Piano Experience is an exciting day full of activities for high school pianists. Meet Fredonia’s outstanding piano faculty, perform in a master class, attend workshops and performances, play in piano ensemble, meet other young pianists, and more. This event is open to all high school pianists. Advance registration is required (deadline: February 24).

Campus Jury Prize for classical guitar goes to Mario Rubano

mantaicd — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:33:00 GMT

The inaugural Oasis Guitar Jury Prize at the SUNY Fredonia School of Music has been awarded to Mario Rubano, a Pennsylvania native pursuing degrees in Classical Guitar Performance and Music Therapy along with a minor in Psychology. The Oasis Guitar Jury Prize, the first scholarship at SUNY Fredonia designated for Classical Guitar students, was launched by Dave Hepple, founder of Oasis, Inc., creator of the Oasis Guitar humidifier and humidifiers for other string instruments.

Women's Choir marks 25th year presenting Christmas tradition for community

mantaicd — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:02:00 GMT

The SUNY Fredonia Women's Choir will be performing the 25th annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Fredonia's First United Methodist Church on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. This beloved holiday tradition will combine readings and musical portrayals of the story of Christmas. There is no fee for the event, but the Student Opera Theater Association is sponsoring a non-perishable food drive as a freewill offering.

Master class with Yo-Yo Ma to be held Dec. 7 in King

mantaicd — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:30:00 GMT

The School of Music is excited to host cellist Yo-Yo Ma in a master class prior to his concert next Thursday, Dec. 8 (sold out). The master class will be given Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. in King Concert Hall.

MacDonald will conduct orchestra in Clinton, Mass.

mantaicd — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:45:00 GMT

Professor Roderick MacDonald will conduct the Thayer Symphony Orchestra in Clinton, Mass., in ts holiday pops concert on Saturday, Dec. 3. “The concert is a Christmas pops concert consisting of traditional holiday music enjoyed by young and old alike,” MacDonald said.

Music is centerpiece of PAC's new production, "Homemade Fusion"

mantaicd — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:48:00 GMT

Steven Russell, music director of the upcoming show by the student-run Performing Arts Company, is excited about the show he and his cohorts are presenting this week. Running on Wednesday and Thursday, "Homemade Fusion", is a musical revue.

Hillman Opera to present "Merry Wives of Windsor" from Nov. 10-13

mantaicd — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:51:00 GMT

The Hillman Opera will continue its tradition of staging one of the most anticipated performing arts events of the season at SUNY Fredonia with its production of “The Merry Wives of Windsor” (“Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor”) from Nov. 10 to 13 in Marvel Theatre at Rockefeller Arts Center.

World premiere of student composer and alumni saxophone collaboration performed in NYC Nov. 16.

mantaicd — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:50:00 GMT

A collaboration between two SUNY Fredonia School of Music alumni and a current student composer will culminate in a world premiere to be performed in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Jacob Swanson and Sarah Marchitelli, former students of Professor Wildy Zumwalt, will perform, “We Are Art,” a three-movement piece for soprano and alto saxophone and electronics that was written by Kate Parker, a junior composition major.

Children’s Concerts Series continues season with Fredonia Guitar Quartet on Saturday, Nov. 5

mantaicd — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:44:00 GMT

The Musical Journeys Program of the Fredonia School of Music continues its sixth season of free concerts designed to appeal to very young children. The Fredonia Guitar Quartet will perform at the Nov. 5 concert. The musicians are Fredonia School of Music students Michael Mendoza of Buffalo, Mario Rubano of Farrell, Anthony LaLena of East Northport and Jahzeel Montes of New York.

Double Reed Day for middle and high school students is Oct. 23

mantaicd — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:04:00 GMT

Scores of oboists and bassoonists from area middle and high schools will gather Saturday, Oct. 23, at SUNY Fredonia’s School of Music for Double Reed Day to work alongside faculty members Sarah Hamilton and Mark DuBois, oboe, and Laura Koepke, bassoon. The deadline to register is Friday, Oct. 7.

Brahms works for violin and piano focus of faculty recital Oct. 2

mantaicd — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:06:00 GMT

Maureen Yuen and Father Sean Duggan of the Fredonia School of Music faculty will perform the Romantic composer's complete works for violin and piano, including the much-loved Sonatas.

"Phantom" took first steps toward stardom as student here

mantaicd — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:16:00 GMT

Craig Schulman was a student at SUNY Fredonia more than three decades ago when “the hook was set” for him to become a professional performer. “I have very warm, found memories of Fredonia,” he said. “It will be great to be back. I had a wonderful time there.” As a professional performer, he has been on major stages around the world – his starring roles have included the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s “The Phantom Of The Opera,” Jean Valjean in “Les Misérables” and the title roles in “Jekyll & Hyde.”

Julie Newell teaches master classes during residency in Italy

mantaicd — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:29:00 GMT

Julie Newell, professor of voice at the Fredonia School of Music, presented three days of masterclasses on Amercian Art Song at the State Conservatory of Music in Pescara, Italy, recently. As a guest this month of the "Luisa d'Annunzio" conservatory, she also performed as a recitalist.

Popular American conductor giving Master Class

mantaicd — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:10:00 GMT

Andrew Bisantz, a 1995 SUNY Fredonia alumnus and exciting young American conductor, will work with voice students on artistry, interpretation and musicality Saturday, Sept. 10. His master class begins at noon in Rosch Recital Hall in Mason Hall, and is open to students, faculty, staff, and the public.

James Davis a presenter at Canisius arts series

mantaicd — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:39:00 GMT

James Davis, professor of musicology and musicology, will give a presentation at Canisius College entitled “Military Bands and the Intersection of Communities during the American Civil War” on Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 2:30 p.m. in the Regis Room of the Richard E. Winter ’42 Student Center.

Kissel and Harper continue Britten series Friday

mantaicd — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:59:00 GMT

Anne Kissel and tenor Joe Dan Harper will conclude their penultimate performance of the song cycles Benjamin Britten composed for Peter Pears Friday, Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall.

Joe Dan Harper was soloist at Tanglewood on Parade

mantaicd — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:21:00 GMT

Music Professor Joe Dan Harper performed as a soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood on Parade in August, the annual full-day of musical events that ends with a celebratory concert at the Tanglewood Music Center, which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.