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Classical Convergence Series: The Minguet Quartet with Andreas Klein, Piano

January 28, 2016 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – The Minguet Quartet is among one of the most well-received string quartets internationally, and performs at major concert venues worldwide. The quartet focuses on the Classical and Romantic repertoires, as well as contemporary music, and promotes the latter by premiering numerous compositions of our own times. They team up with distinguished German pianist, Andreas Klein, […]


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Classical Convergence Series: Lysander Piano Trio with Mischa Bouvier, Baritone

October 28, 2015 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Winner of the 2012 Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition, the Lysander Piano Trio has been praised as a standout for their “passionate playing and articulate and imaginative ideas,” which have made them a standout around the nation. They join forces with American baritone, Mischa Bouvier, for a dynamic performance. Visit lysandertrio.com and mishcabouvier.com. Building […]


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Classical Convergence Series: Turtle Island Quartet

October 2, 2015 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Its name derived from creation mythology found in Native American Folklore, the Turtle Island Quartet has been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings. Winner of the 2006 and 2008 Grammy Award for Best Classical Crossover Album, Turtle Island fuses the classical quartet aesthetic with contemporary American […]


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Classical Convergence Series: Break of Reality

September 18, 2015 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – “Classic Rock” takes on a whole new meaning when Break of Reality hits the stage. The quartet’s boundary-breaking music blends classical technique and rock’n’roll into something that brings together the best of both genres. They appear on stage without the music stands or formal dress of a classical group and illuminate the music they play, […]



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Music Alumni Spotlight: Heather Stenner ’96

Heather Stenner with Cheryl Miller Thurston Growing up in a musical family in Pella, Iowa, many of Heather Stenner’s fondest memories are centered around the power of music. With parents who both played the saxophone, a mother who was a drum major and a father involved in drama, Heather’s own journey in music and the […]


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Ralph Opera Center Presents American Opera One-Acts

The Medium by G.C. Menotti and Signor Deluso by T. Pasatieri The Charles & Reta Ralph Opera Center at CSU presents two American Opera One-Acts on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Runyan Rehearsal Hall at the University Center for the Arts, located at 1400 Remington St. The event is […]



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Symphonic Band Presents Variations on Red, White, and Blue

Explore America from sea to shining sea through symphonic sound Led by Dr. Richard Frey, the Symphonic Band celebrates American wind band in this special performance of variations of some favorite compositions, exploring American music from different locations, eras, and regions on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Griffin Concert Hall at the […]


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Concert Band and Orchestra Present Program of American and French Music

Featuring Special Guest CSU Faculty Rachel Ellins, Harp The CSU Concert Band and Concert Orchestra wrap up their performances this semester alongside CSU faculty Rachel Ellins, harp, on Sunday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the Griffin Concert Hall at the University Center for the Arts, located at 1400 Remington St. This event is free […]