September 27, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Martin Chalifour, concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, performs an unforgettable program featuring Ludwig van Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 61, arranged for soloist with string nonet played by string faculty and students. The concerto stands as a pillar of violin literature, and Mr. Chalifour’s exceptional virtuosity is on full display in this […]
September 26, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Jazz Modern Jazz Ensembles I and II, under the direction of Wil Swindler and Darren Kramer, present a program demonstrating the style of modern jazz. The concert showcases the current state of jazz as art music in America, featuring music from living artists reflecting contemporary life.
September 24, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – J.S. Bach for Cello, Organ, and Harpsichord CSU faculty artist Dr. Joel Bacon and retired faculty member Barbara Thiem present some of J.S. Bach’s most beloved music for cello and keyboard. Selections include the viola da gamba sonatas, cello suites, and organ and harpsichord works.
September 23, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Something Old, Something New Please join CSU faculty artists Margaret Miller and Tim Burns for an evening of works for viola and piano, including Paul Hindemith’s romantic early work, Sonata for Viola and Piano in F major, Op. 11 No. 4.
September 22, 2024 @ 12:00 am – With J. Bradley Baker, Piano Dr. Brian Walker the Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of North Texas. Prior to his appointment at UNT, Brian Walker was Professor of Trumpet at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas for twelve years. As a teacher, his students have been accepted into many undergraduate and graduate music […]
September 21, 2024 @ 12:00 am – Fall 2024 Performance Schedule Saturday, Sept. 7: FB vs. Northern Colorado (5 p.m. Kick-off) Ag Day/Orange Out/Band Day Saturday, Sept. 14: FB vs. Colorado (5:30 p.m. Kick-off) Rocky Mountain Showdown/Green Out Saturday, Sept. 21: FB vs. University of Texas, El Paso (3 p.m. Kick-off) State Pride/White Out Wednesday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m.: President’s Fall Address […]
September 19, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – As a performer and clinician, Chris has played in groups such as the Lone Star Wind Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble, the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra, the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, and the Shreveport Opera. His award-winning percussion duo CAn-Duo Percussion has performed at the Southern California International Marimba Competition, the North Texas […]
September 18, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Contemporary Works for Saxophone and Piano Since 2010, Duality has promoted new works for saxophone and piano that challenge the listener and highlight the beauty of these instruments. They perform existing pieces and commission new works that live long beyond the ensemble. Vanessa Sielert, saxophone, is Professor of Music at the Lionel Hampton School of […]
September 17, 2024 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Join the United States Air Force Academy Band Trombone Ensemble for a 40-minute recital, followed by a masterclass with CSU trombone quartet students, plus a Q&A session about military band careers. Trombones of the United States Air Force Academy Band The United States Air Force Academy Band is one of two Premier Bands in the […]
September 16, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Sonic Tapestry: A Musical Journey with Piano, Flute, and Trombone With Drew Leslie, Trombone, and Ysmael Reyes, Flute Join us for an enchanting evening of musical collaboration as piano, flute, and trombone unite to create a harmonious celebration of artistic expression featuring CSU faculty artists Dr. Juhyun Lee, piano, Dr. Drew Leslie, trombone, and Dr. […]
