posted May 29, 2012 8:21 PM by Peter Wood
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On May 22-26, the USA Trumpet Ensemble attended and performed at the 37th Annual Conference of the International Trumpet Guild in Columbus, Georgia. The eleven students played two concerts and received many compliments on their fine performances. Dr. Peter Wood, Associate Professor of Trumpet, performed as a soloist on the Southeast Showcase Concert, accompanied by USA pianist Dr. Robert Holm. Wood also performed in and conducted trumpet ensembles made up of professionals from all over the world. The USA trumpeters all had an amazing experience at the conference. They saw many excellent concerts and clinics and were able to see, hear, and meet many of their favorite trumpet idols. They arrived home with a renewed energy and enthusiasm for music making on the trumpet.
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posted May 21, 2012 6:54 AM by Ward Miller
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The Department of Music at the University of South Alabama invites applications for an Interim Director of Percussion at the rank of Instructor, non-tenure track, one year appointment faculty position starting August I5, 2012. Applicants must have a masters degree in music. Review of applications will begin June 4,2012 and continue until the position is filled. The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer. For all details on the position, please visit the position announcement. |
posted May 2, 2012 4:01 PM by Keith Bohnet
L.T. Hughes and Arie VandeWaa will present their joint Senior Brass Recital in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall on Sunday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Hughes will present his portion of the recital on trumpet as a part of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Music Education - Instrumental. Mr. VandeWaa will present his portion of the recital on trombone as a part of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Elective Studies in Business.
Admission to this Department of Music concert is free and open to the public. Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136 |
posted May 2, 2012 3:55 PM by Keith Bohnet
Nicholas Brownlee will present his Senior Voice Recital in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall on Sunday, May 6 at 3:00 p.m. The recital will be performed as a part of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Performance.
Admission to this Department of Music concert is free and open to the public. Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136.
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posted May 2, 2012 3:48 PM by Keith Bohnet
Kody Whitaker will present his Senior Guitar Recital in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall on Saturday, May 5 at 1:00 p.m. This recital is presented as a part of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Elective Studies in Business. Mr. Whitaker is a student of Patrick Imsand.
Admission to this Department of Music concert is free and open to the public. Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136. |
posted Apr 30, 2012 6:53 PM by Keith Bohnet
Cameron Alidor will present his Senior Trombone Recital in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall on Friday, May 4 at 1:00 p.m. This recital is presented as a part of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Elective Studies in Business. Mr. Alidor is a student of Dr. Greg Gruner.
Admission to this Department of Music concert is free and open to the public. Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136. |
posted Apr 30, 2012 10:01 AM by Keith Bohnet
The University of South Alabama Concert Choir and University Chorale invite you to the Spring Choral Concert presented on Thursday, May 3, 2012. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and will take place in the Recital Hall of the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. Dr. Laura Moore will conduct the choirs in a broad range of music, and student conductors will also be showcased.
Classic works on the Chorale portion of the program include music of Debussy, Bruckner, Vaughan Williams and other composers. The Concert Choir will perform the “Abendlied” of Rheinberger among other pieces. Join us for some great choral music!
Tickets for this Musical Arts Series event will be sold at the door only. Admission is $8 general and $5 for USA faculty & staff, USA students, youths under 18 and all senior citizens (cash or check only). Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136.
Musical Arts Series Season Pass Holders may now reserve their place at concerts if they contact events coordinator Keith Bohnet by 5:00 p.m. the day previous to the event! Call 251-460-7116 or email kbohnet@usouthal.edu. Please mention the amount of seats needed AND be sure you are planning on being in place at least 20 minutes in advance of the concert! (Pass Holders only please! Held seats not claimed within 20 minutes of the performance may be offered to other concert attendees.)
For information on how to join the Musical Arts Society, visit our website at www.southalabama.edu and click on "events" to see everything you need to know about the Musical Arts Concert Series and USA's Musical Arts Society. |
posted Apr 29, 2012 12:32 PM by Ward Miller
The University of South Alabama Department of Music is excited to offer the second annual Summer Piano Workshop to participants age 12 through adult. The workshop will focus on the music of French composers, particularly Claude Debussy, whose 150th birthday we celebrate this year. The workshop will take place from Monday, June 25, through Friday, June 29. From 9:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., daily classes will focus on technique, theory, form and literature. Students will take mini-lessons and masterclasses with internationally renowned experts and USA piano faculty. Recitals featuring Debussy’s and French music will be given Monday through Thursday from 3:00-4:15 and are included in the workshop fee. General admission tickets for recitals will be sold at the Recital Hall of the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center for $5.
Students should bring 1 or 2 piano pieces to study during the workshop. Pieces by French composers are recommended but not required. French concert pianist, Axel Lenarduzzi, making his third trip to South Alabama, will provide unique insight to interpreting French music and will be featured in recitals. Registered students will perform at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 29 at the Student Recital in the Laidlaw Recital Hall. Admission is free to the public.
The daily schedule includes:
- Classes on music theory and reading music
- Classes on Debussy and French piano music
- Special topics presentations by faculty
- Private mini-lesson with faculty
- Master class with faculty
- Practice time
- Lunch and snacks provided
- No on-campus lodging is available
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posted Apr 29, 2012 12:09 PM by Ward Miller
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The official scholarship audition dates have passed, but, as always, the USA Department of Music and the Jaguar Marching Band will continue to hear auditions well into the summer months.
"Yes, we continue hearing many students well into June each year," said Dr. Ward Miller, USA's Associate Director of Bands. "This year it's exciting because we've heard a greater quality and quantity of auditions than we ever have before. But there's always room for more talented students."
The key, Miller points out, is that the auditions are selective, not competitive.
"We stress to students every year that they're really not competing with anyone but themselves. If they pass the audition criteria and gain acceptance either as a major, or as a member of the Jaguar Marching Band, they will receive a significant scholarship."
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posted Apr 27, 2012 12:51 PM by Ward Miller
The University of South Alabama Symphony Band, conducted by Dr. Ward Miller, will perform their Spring concert on Tuesday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Recital Hall of the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center.
The program opens with William Schuman's monumental "George Washington Bridge," a sonic portrait of the eponymous bridge into Manhattan. The ensemble will continue with student conductors Morgan Wilkins, Jordan Felder, and Michael Devery each conducting a movement from Robert Sheldon's picturesque "West Highlands Sojourn." Student conductor Celeste Boone will conduct Jacob de Haan's "Ammerland," and Chase West will lead the ensemble in Frank Erickson's classic "Toccata for Band." Dr. Miller will return to the podium to conduct the "Waltz No. 2" of Dmitri Shostakovich, followed be the "Homage to Leonin" by Ron Nelson. A final student conductor, Krista Edwards, will take the podium as the Symphony Band performs Sousa's "George Washington Bicentennial March." The evening will conclude with Dr. Miller conducting Robert Jager's memorable "Third Suite."
Come join us for another exciting concert by the USA Symphony Band! Tickets for this Musical Arts Series event will be sold at the door only. Admission is $8 general and $5 for USA faculty & staff, USA students, youths under 18 and all senior citizens (cash or check only). Persons needing more information about this event or in need of special accommodation may call 251-460-7116 or 251-460-6136.
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Musical Arts Series Season Pass Holders may now reserve their place at concerts if they contact events coordinator Keith Bohnet by 5:00 p.m. the day previous to the event! Call 251-460-7116 or email kbohnet@usouthal.edu. Please mention the amount of seats needed AND be sure you are planning on being in place at least 20 minutes in advance of the concert! (Pass Holders only please! Held seats not claimed within 20 minutes of the performance may be offered to other concert attendees.)
For information on how to join the Musical Arts Society, visit our website at www.southalabama.edu and click on "events" to see everything you need to know about the Musical Arts Concert Series and USA's Musical Arts Society. |
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