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Megan Case Senior Oboe Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2023-2024

Megan Case presents her senior oboe and English horn recital!

It features works by Poulenc, Francois, Gipps, Britten, Borowski, and Vaughan Williams.

Accompanied by Nathaniel Miller and Curtis Johnson.

Nicole Neugebauer Graduate Conductor Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2023-2024

Conductor Nicole Neugebauer leads the Andrews University Choirs in the first half of the Fall Concert. The choir presents various pieces in Spanish and English with the theme:, 'Songs of Hope, Songs of Praise"

Zoe Shiu Senior Violin Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2023-2024

Her recital, entitled “Resilience,” recital features work by female composers Lili Boulanger, Dora Pejačević, Amy Beach, and Allison Loggins-Hull and assisted by pianist Eleanor Joyce.

A Senior Recital: Choral And Instrumental Works On Caring, Acceptance, Decorum, David Patterson

Compositions of David Patterson

A Senior Recital. David Patterson, Professor of Music, Performing Arts Department. Choral and Instrumental Works on caring, acceptance, decorum. University Chamber Singers, Alumni, Faculty & Guest Artist. Friday, October 20th, 2023 7:30pm. University Recital Hall, University of Massachusetts Boston.

Dr. Geanina Salagean Organ Concert, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2023-2024

Dr. Geanina Salagean gives an organ concert.

A Thesis Submitted To The Graduate School In Partial Fulfillment Of The Requirements For The Degree Of Master Of Music, Isaac E. Hernandez

Electronic Theses & Dissertations

The thesis serves as extended program notes supporting my master’s level graduation recital in piano performance at Pittsburg State University. The repertoire to be presented consists of the Prelude and Fugue BWV 849, in C sharp minor by Johann Sebastian Bach; Piano Sonata Op. 81a "Les Adieux" by Ludwig van Beethoven; Pour le Piano by Claude Debussy and Variations on a Theme by J.S. Bach from the Cantata, Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen by Franz Liszt. This document includes writings on the historical context of each of these works, a musical analysis, as well as interpretative suggestions based on the different …

Dhara Marquez Senior Violin Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2022-2023

Le Souvenir

A senior recital by Dhara Marquez. Accompanied by Kenneth Logan, Diego Duran and Aiko Ayala

Simon Luke Brown Senior Violin Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2022-2023

Simon Luke Brown is a student of violin, music history, theory, voice, musicology, composition, viola, and conducting.

Exploring Unaccompanied Clarinet Repertoire, Kamil Lebowa

Honors Capstones

The goal of this project was to explore solo clarinet works over the course of the semester and to perform them in an unaccompanied recital. The project culminated in a full-length recital on April 21st, 2023, in the Recital Hall of the NIU Music Building. Each of the works that were performed explored a different aspect of unaccompanied clarinet music. The works that I chose required me to learn how to play the clarinet in a variety of different ways. Some of the pieces required a high level of technical efficacy while others required extended techniques, playing on different parts …

Eun-Jung Auh Soprano Masterclass, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2022-2023

Eun-Jung Auh Soprano from Seoul Korea runs a masterclass in collaboration with the Voice Studio students..

Lieder Des Lebens, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2022-2023

Sunday Music Series Lieder des Lebens

Eun-Jung Auh, soprano Chi Yong Yun, piano

Chamber Studio Recital Fall, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2022-2023

Chamber Studio Recital under the direction of Marc Elysee and Carla Trynchuk

Piano Studio Recital Fall, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2022-2023

Performances by students from the Piano Studio.

String Studio Recital, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2022-2023

Music Students from the String studio showcase their talents.

Jeremy Lee In A Student Composers Recital, Jeremy Lee

Honors Thesis

This recital and collection of original sheet music represent the culminating work for senior Music major (Contemporary Styles and Practices concentration) Jeremy Lee at Loyola Marymount University. The program features a selection of musical compositions that encapsulate different styles, genres, and unique compositional devices. Pieces also utilize a variety of arrangements and mediums, including compositions for multiple instruments and for film. Program notes for the included selections describe the historical influences and/or the personal stories and inspirations behind each piece. Performed live on April 21^st, 2022, in Murphy Recital Hall.

Emily Jurek Senior Piano Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2021-2022

Emily Jurek piano recital themed, The Wanderer featuring works by Schubert, Ravel and Chopin.

Early History And Performance Of The Saxophone, Margo Alibeckoff

Honors Projects

This project explores the early history of the saxophone, including its invention and integration, as well as the inventor, Adolphe Sax, and how this information can inform and enhance performances of relevant pieces from this time period.

Chamber Studio Recital, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2021-2022

Chamber Recital presented by students from the Music Department.

Wind/Percussion- Fall Studio Recital, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2021-2022

Recital by students of Aleksandra Kemble, Jason Gresl, Alan Mitchell, Marc Churchill, and Gabriel Renteria-Elyea.

Tiffany Steinweg Senior Violin Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2019-2020

Tiffany Steinweg in her senior violin recital. Tiffany collaborates with Dr. Kenneth Logan and her brother, Grant Steinweg, on piano.

Gabriel Palacios Junior Piano Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Gabriel Palacios performs a delightful recital featuring works by Beethoven, Scarlatti, and Liszt.

Annelise Burghardt, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Annelise Burghardt and pianist, Emily Jurek, perform a mesmerizing journey in song titled, "Nacht und Träume" (Night and Dreams).

Enhancing Performance Through Research And Analysis, Sarah Brewer

Recital Papers

Music can be both deeply expressive and highly academic. One can create beautiful music by intuition alone, using both what is written on the page and their own musicality to produce a unique version of any musical work. A musician can also create beautiful music by utilizing research and analysis of a work to determine proper performance practice, reveal composer intentions, and inform musical decisions for a piece of music. By using both analytical and expressive methods, the performer can effectively produce art, giving a piece the potential to exist in versions varying in detail but authentically communicating the message …

Degree Recital: "The Solo Violin", Simon Luke Brown, Department Of Music

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Simon Luke Brown presents his Junior violin recital. Performing pieces for the solo violin, featuring works by Locatelli, Bach, Paganini, Ysaye, Tate, and Brown.

Poetry Meets Music, Department Of Music

Concerts and Event Programs 2020-2021

The Voice Department presents their Spring 2021 recital: Poetry Meets Music. Featuring art song works by Debussy, Greig, Hahn, Schumann, and many more.

Sunday Music Series: Andrews University Composers, Department Of Music

Concerts and Event Programs 2020-2021

Andrews University Department of Music presents its annual Composition Recital, featuring works by our student composers. Composers featured include Ludwig Natchimie, Nicole Powers, Daley Lin, Andrew Pak, Lorian Guillaume, Daniel Soochkoff-Cerna, and Kaija Perry.

Degree Recital: "The Journey: Full Circle" Marcus Carter, Department Of Music

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Marcus Carter presents his degree Tenor Voice recital entitled "The Journey: Full Circle". Accompanied by Htee Mu, piano, and joined by Beta Siriwattanakamol, mezzo-soprano, and Annelise Burghardt, soprano, for duets. Featuring works by Beethoven, Schubert, Copland, Rodgers, and others.

Degree Recital: Emily Jurek, Department Of Music

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Emily Jurek, piano, presents her Junior degree recital. Featuring works by Chopin, Beethoven, and Schumann.

Vivian Raimundo Senior Voice Recital, Andrews University

Student Degree Recitals 2020-2021

Vivian Raimundo, soprano gives her senior recital performance accompanied by Jeremy Ahn, pianist (and guitarist).

Chamber Studio Fall Recital, Department Of Music

Concerts and Event Programs 2020-2021

String students present the Chamber music recital. Performing works by Beethoven, Leclair, Dvorak, and Sarasate.