School of Music
Fall 2023 CONCERTS
AND EVENTS
Vocal Division Showcase Recital
Rorem and Friends: A Centennial Celebration
Vocal students will present songs by Ned Rorem and the friends who inspired his compositions. An Indiana-born composer, Rorem would have been 100 years old this October. This recital celebrates his life and legacy through his vocal music.
Wednesday, Oct. 11
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Bands Concert I
The concert will feature the music of Giroux’s off-kilter Tiger Tail March, John Mackey’s brilliant Aurora Awakes, and Symphony No. 3 by Russian composer Boris Kozhevnikov. This evening we welcome our new assistant conductor, Chris Dessent. Dr. Dan Tembras, conductor
Thursday, Oct. 12
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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Percussion Studio Recital
Solo and ensemble works for all types of percussion instruments are performed by students from the studio of Philharmonic Mentor Eric Schweikert.
Tuesday, Oct. 24
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Mystery & Mayhem: A Criminal Choral Concert
This spook-seasonal concert will feature choral selections by and about criminals, featuring Chamber Treble Singers, Choral Union, and University Singers. The ensembles are directed by Dr. William Sauerland, Emily Bird, and Jonathan Busarow.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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Woodwind Showcase Recital: Woodwind Spooktacular
Enjoy a spooky evening of woodwind chamber music performed by the School of Music woodwind students.
Thursday, Oct. 26
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
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Orchestra Hallowe’en Concert
The concert is in celebration of Hallowe’en and anyone who wants to celebrate by attending the concert in costume is encouraged to do so. The concert features music of Saint-Saëns, Rachmaninoff, Bolcolm, Dvořák, and Berlioz. The featured soloist is PFW’s own Dr. Jonathan Young performing on the piano. Dr. Kevin McMahon, conductor
Monday, Oct. 30
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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PFW Piano Day
Piano Day is a free event open to all pre-college pianists regardless of age. The day will include masterclasses and workshops led by Purdue Fort Wayne faculty artists Christine Freeman, Hamilton Tescarollo, and Jonathan Young. To register in advance contact Hamilton Tescarollo at [email protected] by October 27 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcl4Bxt-1EvcLPNncliii1jh-4bYs_NvQUcefFWucttWK-oA/viewform
Sunday, Nov. 5
1 – 6 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
String Studio Recital
The recital is comprised of composers from many eras of music, featuring students from the violin, viola, cello, and string bass studios. This program also features the Chancellor’s String Quartet.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Clarinet Studio Recital
Join us for an evening of clarinet music, featuring solo performances by the students of Dr. Kylie Stultz-Dessent and the PFW Clarinet Ensemble.
Thursday, Nov. 9
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Two Opera One-Acts
Slow Dusk by Carlisle Floyd
Signor Deluso by Thomas Pasatieri
Slow Dusk is a one-act musical play that was a precursor to Floyd’s celebrated opera Susanna. This one act takes place entirely on the front porch of a farm in the Sandhills of the Carolinas. Floyd tells the tragic story of Sadie and Micah, star crossed lovers, who are members of different religious sects and their struggle to find hope for their relationship.
Signor Deluso is a comedy based on a play by Molière and is Pasatieri’s most performed opera. It is filled with laughs, jealousy, and farce. Through a series of misunderstandings, the lovers Céline and Léon become unintentionally mixed up in a series of love triangles and revenge affairs with the neighbors and their spouses. Hopefully Singor Deluso can sort all this out!
Directed by Dr. Matthew Giallongo
Friday, Nov. 10
7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 11
2:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
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PFW String and Guitar Day
This half-day event is open to all string players (violin, viola, cello, string bass, harp, and guitar) regardless of age, and will feature workshops led by Purdue Fort Wayne faculty artists, and guests. To register in advance contact Kevin McMahon at [email protected] or visit https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eKdvuid00bu5jkV
Sunday, Nov. 12
12 – 4 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Flute Studio Recital
Join us for an evening of flute music featuring solo performances by the students of Vivianne Belanger and Luke Fitzpatrick.
Sunday, Nov. 12
5 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Pop ‘n’ Rock Supershow #1
Popular music ensembles will perform an evening of Pop ‘n’ Rock covers and original music in their first “Supershow” of the school year.
Monday, Nov. 13
7 p.m.
Sweetwater Performance Theatre
Admission is free for everyone
Trombone Studio Recital - Music of the B Block
Join the PFW Trombone ensemble as we perform chamber music including original compositions and transcriptions for low brass. Members of the Trombone studio, joined by alumni and community members, will play solo and ensemble selections from the likes of Bach, Brahms, Bruckner, Bernstein and the Beatles.
Monday, Nov. 13
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Piano Studio Recital
Pianists from the PFW piano studios will perform a varied program of solo piano music.
Thursday, Nov. 16
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Three Rivers Choral Festival
This educational festival is a day-long event for high school choirs to refine their choral artistry, with Dr. William Sauerland, PFW Director of Choral Studies; Dr. Matthew Giallongo, PFW Director of Vocal Studies; and guest clinician Dr. Hilary Apfelstadt.
Friday, Nov. 17
All Day
Auer Performance Hall/Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Trumpet Studio Recital
The PFW Trumpet Studio Recital will showcase a variety of trumpet repertoire at their biannual studio recital. Students will perform solo and ensemble works, as well as a trumpet choir piece conducted by Dr. Elijah Denecke.
Sunday, Nov. 19
2:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Jazz Combo Concert
PFW Jazz Combo presents a concert of classic jazz repertoire from the 1950’s to the present. Individual improvisational creativity is explored in a variety of styles including bebop, modal, Latin jazz, and jazz-funk. James Steele, director
Sunday, Nov. 19
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
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Pop ‘n’ Rock Supershow #2
Popular music ensembles will perform even more Pop ‘n’ Rock covers and original music in their second “Supershow” of the school year.
Monday, Nov. 20
7 p.m.
Sweetwater Performance Theatre
Admission is free for everyone
Percussion Ensemble Concert
Student musicians in the percussion ensemble take your ears on a journey through different tonal landscapes and an exploration of textural differences of varied, struck materials. Eric Schweikert, director
Tuesday, Nov. 21
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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Bands Concert II
This evening’s concert will showcase the works of up and coming composer Katahj Copley including his Bridges and his award-winning DOPE, a word that celebrates Copley’s upbringing. Also featured will be the PFW brass faculty on Leonard Bernstein’s Suite from his monumental Mass. Dr. Dan Tembras, conductor
Tuesday, Nov. 28
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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Guitar Ensemble/Studio Recital
This program will feature the PFW Guitar Ensemble and students performing solo guitar works. A wide array of compositions from the classical and popular guitar repertoire will be performed.
Wednesday, Nov. 29
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
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Goldstock ’23
A Gold Top Music Group Showcase
Goldstock ’23 features performances by popular music students and local groups who audition for the opportunity to be showcased on the Sweetwater Performance Theatre stage and an opportunity to work with Gold Top Music Group.
Thursday, Nov. 30
7 p.m.
Sweetwater Performance Theatre
Admission is free for everyone
Three Rivers Honor Band 2023
The Annual Three Rivers Honor Band features talented middle and high school band students from four states with guest conductors Mrs. Gretta Pote and Dr. Erica Neidlinger.
Final Concert
Saturday, Dec. 2
1:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Home for the Holidays
Celebrate the joy and beauty of the season with the School of Music Choral Ensembles and the University and Community Orchestra. Performing seasonal favorites and holiday classics, this concert is the perfect way to start your holiday season! Dr. Kevin McMahon and Dr. William Sauerland, conductors
Monday, Dec. 4
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall
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Saxophone Studio Recital
Enjoy a wide variety of saxophone music featuring solo, chamber, and ensemble performances by the students of Paul Lorenz.
Thursday, Dec. 7
7:30 p.m.
Rhinehart Recital Hall
Admission is free for everyone
Jazz Ensemble: Holiday Tunes with Bonuses
Enjoy an evening of holiday tunes with bonuses, as the premiere university Jazz Ensemble presents festive, big band arrangements to celebrate the season. Terry Fisher, director
Friday, Dec. 8
7:30 p.m.
Auer Performance Hall