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BLASCO LIBRARY CONCERT SERIES BRUCE GALLERY EXHIBITS MUSIC DEPARTMENT EVENTS ERIE PHILHARMONIC
Ticket prices are:
$10 general admissionTickets may be purchased online at www.edinborotickets.com, at the door, or at the convenience store in Lawrence Towers (732-2177). For more information, please call the Office of Performing Arts Series at 814-732-2518.
$5 Edinboro University faculty, staff and President's Pass holders
Free for Edinboro students
All programs are made possible through funding by the Edinboro Student Government Association and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.
| Wednesday, September 19, 2007 Chris Brubeck's Triple Play Featuring Peter Madcat Ruth and Joel Brown | |
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When Chris Brubeck (Dave's son), Peter "Madcat" Ruth, and Joel Brown get together, it's always an event to remember! This dynamic ensemble performs everything from jazz to folk to blues and classics. Whether performing with orchestras, or captivating students at universities across the United States, no concert ends without high praise and a standing ovation. |
| Tuesday, October 16, 2007 The Reduced Shakespeare Company presents "The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)" | |
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) is a whirlwind roller coaster tribute to the immortal bard. Three actors take on the daunting task of performing 37 plays and 154 sonnets in under two hours, illuminating the world of Shakespeare through the use of football, swordplay and hip-hop music. Irreverent and hilarious, this comedy sensation delights audiences and critics alike with a refreshing blend of madcap humor that includes everything from puns and pratfalls to elaborate sight gags. All sixteen comedies are condensed into one story containing a shipwreck, an influential duke, and his three sets of identical twins. The tragedies become the Shakespeare Football League, subtitled "Who's Got the Crown?" For Othello, they turn to rap; Titus Andronicus is reduced to a cooking show; and Hamlet, despite protestations by the cast that there are "too many words," is done not only forwards, but backwards as well! Written in 1987 by the original founders of the Reduced Shakespeare Company, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield and Adam Long, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) underwent many years of metamorphosis before its formal publishing in the United States in 1996. A smash hit Off-Broadway as well as the longest running comedy in London, Shakespeare (Abridged) is "Very funny! Impossible to resist!" (New York Times). |
| Tuesday, November 6, 2007 Camerata Bariloche Performance | |
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No Argentina chamber group has had such a sustained, regular and brilliant existence as the Camerata Bariloche, which can proudly show a luxurious international career enriched by a gratifying artistic success. Extraordinary Ambassador of Agentina to the countries of America, Europe, the Far and Middle East, it was present at the Cultural Olympiad of Mexico and Munich, as well as in the international festivals of Salzburg, Taormina, Montreux, and Gstaad-Menuhin, also representing Argentina and Expo-Osaka, Japan. Throughout its history, the Camerata Bariloche has received numerous distinctions, one of which is the emblematic Platinum Konex Prize which was awarded to the group as the best chamber ensemble in the history of Argentina. The Camerata Bariloche, 40 years after its creation, is internationally positioned at a level never reached by any other national entity of its kind. |
| Tuesday, December 4, 2007 The Three Irish Tenors present "Christmas in Dublin" | |
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Celebrate the holidays with a genuine Irish Christmas! Filled with songs of the season such as The Little Drummer Boy, Adeste Fideles, Silent Night, Saviour's Day and O Holy Night, Christmas from Dublin is full of the warmth, charm, and music, direct from the Emerald Isle, that continues to enchant audiences throughout the world. Christmas from Dublin features The Three Irish Tenors: Ciaran Nagle from Riverdance The Show, Anthony Norton from La Scala Milan and Brian Dunphy, from Riverdance The Show. Joining The Three Irish Tenors will be an ensemble of musicians as well as special guests The Irish Divas: Jacqueline Whelan, Naoise Stuart - Kelly and Ellen McElroy. The Three Irish Tenors formed after four friends met over a few pints of Guinness in McSorleys Pub in Dublin. They brought with them a wealth of diverse talents, energy, optimism and a sense of humor. Their aim: to sing songs and arias that would appeal to all generations, that could cross cultural and national boundaries and would be of superb quality. Together with their musical director, David Wray, the three tenors have created programs of their favorite songs and arias, not only from Ireland, but also from a truly international repertoire. Since their first performance this talented and exciting trio have performed to delighted, packed houses throughout Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America. The journey for this young trio is proving to be not only a great success, but also a great joy as these three golden-voiced tenors continue to captivate audiences with their infectious Irish charm. Order tickets online |
| Wednesday, February 6, 2008 Quink | |
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After a successful debut at the 1978 Holland Festival, QUINK quickly emerged as a unique professional ensemble. This remarkable group of five Dutch singers has developed a special style and established a reputation for captivating its audiences with expressive programs of a varied repertoire. These singers, who are also experienced soloists, find themselves at home in many areas of the a cappella repertoire, performing music from different periods in authentic style. Their vast repertoire of a cappella music varies from early Renaissance to music from our own era. |
| Friday, February 22, 2008 Julianne Baird, Soprano "Music from the Jane Austen Songbooks" | |
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Julianne Baird, soprano, has been hailed as "one of the most extraordinary voices in the service of early music that this generation has produced. She possesses a natural musicianship which engenders singing of supreme expressive beauty." She maintains a busy concert schedule of solo recitals and performances of baroque opera and oratorio. With over 100 recordings to her credit on Decca, Deutsche Gramophone, Newport Classics and Dorian, Julianne Baird is considered one of America's most recorded women. |
| Tuesday, March 4, 2008 Eric Person & Meta-Four Masterclass | |
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Eric Person is setting a new standard in sound. For over twenty years, Eric has been committed to composing, recording, and performing contemporary American music. He plays the alto and soprano, saxophones and flute and is featured as a leader and sideman on more than 30 recordings. Eric studied at the St Louis Conservatory of Music and has been active in New York and international jazz scenes for decades.
With Meta-Four as his vehicle to present his music, Eric is performing and recording some of the most innovative and exciting sounds on the modern music scene. The band features pianist Jarod Kaskin, bassist Adam Armstrong and Drummer Peter O'Brien. They offer a maliable, dynamic interaction, and a rare feeling oneness. They play with rhythmic edge, which takes listeners along on the journey, and doesn't leave them behind. This band is ready for the future. |
| Tuesday, March 25, 2008 Alex De Grassi, Guitar Masterclass | |
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Often cited as one of the world's top fingerstyle, steel-string guitarists, Grammy nominee Alex de Grassi brings a unique voice to the art of acoustic guitar with his evocative compositions and arrangements, a highly-orchestrated sound, and sheer virtuosity. The Wall Street Journal has called his playing "flawless" and Billboard hails his "intricate finger-picking technique with an uncanny gift for melodic invention." De Grassi's trademark is an ability to create a highly orchestrated sound in his solo guitar music. His playing weaves together melody, counter-melody, bass, harmony, rhythm, and cross-rhythms creating a canvas of sound unheard of in a solo guitar performance. Using a broad palette of techniques and timbre, and driven by a unique sense of composition, his rich performances take the listener beyond the instrument. |
Guest artists:
January 28, 2008
February 25, 2008All performances are open to the public free of charge and will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Blasco Memorial Library on the Erie Bayfront. For additional information, call 814-732-2647 or e-mail. All performances are sponsored by:
Erie County Public Library, Friends of the Library, Pa. Council on the Arts, Edinboro University Music Department.
October 1, 2007
Oktoberfest Concert
From rollicking biergarten romps to tender pieces from the Austro/Bavarian lands . . . from Beethoven and Mahler to folk-inspired music from the rich tradition of the German-speaking lands.
Laura Nelson, alphorn
Gary Viebranz, tuba
with the Edinboro University Chamber Players
Music from the Movies
Mediterranean Cruise Concert
2007-2008 BRUCE GALLERY EXHIBITS
       
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Bruce Gallery, located in Doucette Hall, 215 Meadville Street, is open to the public free of charge. Gallery hours are Monday thru Friday noon to 7:00 p.m., Saturday noon to 5:00 p.m., closed Sundays. For additional information, call 814-732-2513, e-mail jbavaro@edinboro.edu or view the Gallery website at www.brucegallery.org.
September 5-27, 2007
October 3 - November 1, 2007
November 7-30, 2007
December 5, 2007 - January 24, 2008
January 30 - February 21, 2008
February 27 - March 27, 2008
April 2 - May 1, 2008
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2007-2008 MUSIC DEPARTMENT EVENTS
Thursday, October 4, 2007 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Friday, October 19, 2007 - 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Concert - Jazz Ensemble and Combo
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday, October 25, 2007 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Friday, October 26, 2007 - 10:00 a.m.
"Holloween" Children's Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Friday, October 26, 2007 - 7:00 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Ensemble
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Monday, October 29, 2007 - 7:00 p.m.
Lowlander Brass Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday, October 25, 2007 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Sunday, November 11, 2007 - 3:00 p.m.
Chorale and Women's Chorus Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Monday, November 19, 2007 - 7:00 p.m.
Woodwind Choir Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday November 29, 2007 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Sunday, December 2, 2007 - 3:00 p.m.
Holiday Concert - Band and Choir
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Sunday, February 3, 2008 - 3:00 p.m.
Faculty Recital - Dr. Anne Ortega
Louis C. Cole Auditorium - Recital Hall
Thursday, February 14, 2008 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium - Recital Hall
Thursday, February 28, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Concert - Ensemble and Combo
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Friday, February 29, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday, March 20, 2008 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Wednesday, March 26, 2008 - 2:00 p.m.
Faculty Recital "Just Cello" - Jacqueline Black
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Woodwind Choir Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium - Recital Hall
Tuesday, April 1, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Lowlander Brass Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Friday, April 4, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Opera Workshop
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Saturday, April 5, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Choral Concert
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Thursday, April 10, 2008 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium - Recital Hall
Thursday, April 14, 2008 - 2:00 p.m.
Student Recital
Louis C. Cole Auditorium - Recital Hall
2007-2008 ERIE PHILHARMONIC
Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 8:00 p.m.
Monday, April 21, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 23, 2007 - 8:00 p.m.
EDINBORO UNIVERSITY CONCERT SERIES
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Monday, November 12, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Rehearsal
Concert
Conductor TBA
Mozart Don Giovanni Overture (7')
Alexander Saxophone Concerto (14')
Patrick Jones, saxophone
Mozart Violin Concerto #3 in G (24' - 9' 9' 6')
Howard Lyon, violin
Mozart Horn Concerto #4 (16'- 9' 4' 3')
Christopher Rapier, horn
Rehearsal
Rehearsal
Concert
Daniel Meyer, Conductor
Rossini La scala di seta (The silken staircase): Overture (7')
Alexander Sinfonia Concertante for percussion, woodwinds and strings (24')
Schubert Symphony No. 5 (27')
For information or assistance regarding services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and useable by persons with disabilities, contact Dr. Robert McConnell, Office for Students with Disabilities (814-732-2462 V/TTY).
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