Music News Archive
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The Drums of War
Jun 4, 2013
Percussion Ensemble Director Dan Adams owns six authentic Civil War drums, half ceremonial, half showing the scars of battle. “Each has its distinct voice,” says Adams, “and produces a sound you cannot get from anything else.” Years after acquiring them, he still gets spine-tingling chills whenever they are played, especially together. Read more.
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Maestro Marsh Steps Down
Jun 3, 2013
Gerry Marsh is retiring after 15 years as a Seattle Pacific University instructor of music, and director of the music technology program at SPU. “Always an encourager and defender of those whom he called ‘the good and faithful people’ in his performing groups," says Professor of Music Eric Hanson, "he was never afraid to stand up for what is right.” Read more.
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Spring 2013 Music Showcase
Mar 12, 2013
You're invited to an exciting lineup of Spring Quarter choral and instrumental music events featuring both students and faculty. More information.
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SPU Orchestra March 7; Concert Choir and Chamber Singers March 8
Mar 6, 2013
The SPU Orchestra will perform Thursday, March 7, 7:30 p.m., at First Free Methodist Church. The orchestra is directed by Professor of Music Eric Hanson. The repertoire includes Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 2, (George Fiore, piano); and Franck's Symphony in D minor. On Friday, March 8, SPU's Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will present their winter concert at 7:30 p.m. in First Free Methodist Church. The choirs are directed by Associate Professor of Music David Anderson. The concerts are free and wheelchair accessible.
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Percussion and Flute Ensembles March 5
Feb 4, 2013
Join us for an evening of contemporary and ethnic percussion music featuring the SPU Percussion Ensemble, directed by Dan Adams; and special guests the SPU Flute Ensemble, directed by Sandra Saathoff. The concert is Tuesday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. in E.E. Bach Theatre, McKinley Hall. Free and wheelchair accessible.
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"Bach at Leipzig" Talkback Session With Eric Hanson
Jan 31, 2013
Following the SPU Theatre Department’s production of “Bach at Leipzig” on Friday, February 1, SPU Professor of Music Eric Hanson will lead a special talkback session for audience members. The performance and talkback session takes place in the E.E. Bach Theatre in McKinley Hall on the SPU campus. More information.
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Symphonic Wind and Brass Ensembles February 22
Dec 14, 2012
On Friday, February 22, the Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Brass Ensemble, both under the direction of Gerry Marsh, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at First Free Methodist Church. The concert is free, open to the public, and wheelchair accessible. More information.
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February 5 Faculty Recital: Brian Chin
Dec 14, 2012
Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Music Theory Brian Chin will perform a faculty recital on Tuesday, February 5, at 7:30 p.m. at First Free Methodist Church. The recital will feature his newly formed quartet, Torch. The concert is free, open to the public, and wheelchair accessible.
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Symphonic Wind Ensemble Director Gerry Marsh Honored
Dec 14, 2012
On Saturday, January 26, Symphonic Wind Ensemble Director Gerry Marsh, who is retiring in the spring, was honored for his years of service to the Music Department, at a special reception following "Buon Divertimento!" — a concert at First Free Methodist Church featuring SPU’s String Quartet, Woodwind Quintet, and other small ensembles.