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February 2

Monday Series Concert: "An Evening of Jazz with the Hailey Brinnel Quintet"

February 2 7:30PM, Leffler Chapel & Performance Center

Vocalist and Trombonist Hailey Brinnel brings her quintet for an evening of Jazz! Hailey Brinnel (vocals and trombone), Steve Fidyk (drums), Andrew Carson (trumpet), Joe Plowman (bass), Silas Irvine (piano). Leffler Chapel and Performance Center. $10 entrance fee for public. Free performance with an Etown ID.

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February 9

Monday Series Concert Four Hands, Global Rhythms: A Piano Duet Recital featuring Debra Ronning and Justin Badgerow

February 9 7:30PM, Leffler Chapel & Performance Center

Join us for an exciting journey across continents and centuries in this dynamic Piano Four Hands Recital! Experience the unique joy and complexity of two pianists sharing a single instrument, presenting a program rich in contrasting national rhythms, lyrical transcriptions, and vibrant contemporary flair. The evening begins with the enchanting charm of Franz Schubert’s Divertissement à la Hongroise, a masterful work for four hands steeped in Hungarian folk spirit. This romantic drama is contrasted by the exquisite lyricism of J. S. Bach/Gounod’s Ave Maria, presented in a unique arrangement for piano duet. Following the intermission, the program moves with rhythmic energy, celebrating the sounds of Latin America and Iberia. Discover the driving Salsa rhythms of Bernardo Cardona’s La Candelaria, an electrifying contemporary piece that captures the heart of Medellín, Colombia. This is paired with the tender beauty of Dvořák’s "Songs My Mother Taught Me," presented in a moving transcription. The recital concludes with the captivating fire and color of Moritz Moszkowski’s Spanish Dances, featuring three spirited movements, including the dramatic Bolero. Don't miss this celebration of musical collaboration, from the classical heart of Europe to the passionate pulse of Spain and Colombia! Leffler Chapel & Performance Center, free and open to the public.

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February 16

Indian Classical Music: Hindustani vocal music with Kishan Patel and Friends

February 16 7:30PM, Gibble Auditorium

Experience the profound beauty and intricate rhythms of North Indian Classical music right here on campus! We are thrilled to welcome Kishan Patel and Friends for an exclusive guest recital. Hailing from the Harrisburg area and heading up SIMA (Society for Indian Music and Arts), Kishan Patel is a dedicated practitioner of the Hindustani vocal tradition. Known for its emotive storytelling, complex improvisations, and deep spiritual roots, this performance promises to be an immersive journey through the world of raagas (melodic frameworks) and taals (rhythmic cycles). Kishan Patel, Hindustani Vocal; Tejas Tope, Tabla; Rishi Bhattacharya, Esraj; Vihaan Kamat & Satvik Joshi, Tanpura

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March 15

Senior Recital

March 15 3:00PM, Zug Recital Hall

Senior Recital featuring music major Maximus Marshall, saxophone. Free and open to the public.

March 16

Monday Series Concert Etudes and Idylls: Music of Agnes Tyrell featuring Jocelyn Swigger, piano

March 16 7:30PM Leffler Chapel & Performance Center

Join us for a captivating evening of discovery as acclaimed pianist Jocelyn Swigger (Professor of Music at Sunderman Conservatory) brings the forgotten masterpieces of Agnes Tyrrell to life. Despite being a prolific composer in 19th-century Brno, Czech Republic, Tyrrell’s powerful and romantic voice was largely lost to history—until now. In this special guest recital, Dr. Swigger performs works from her groundbreaking research, showcasing Tyrrell’s technical brilliance and poetic sensitivity.

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March 19

Senior Recital

March 19 7:30PM, Zug Recital Hall

Senior Recital featuring music therapy majors Abbie Felker, soprano and Hannah Fletcher, piano. Free and open to the public.

March 20

Senior Recital

March 20 4:30PM, Zug Recital Hall

Senior Recital featuring music minors Nadia Zhovtukha, soprano and Kaitlin Riley, soprano. Free and open to the public.

March 22

Senior Recital

March 22 3:00PM, Zug Recital Hall

Senior Recital featuring music therapy majors Bee Atwood, soprano and Connor Deah, clarinet

March 23

Monday Series Concert Virginia State University Concert Choir

March 23 7:30PM, Elizabethtown Church of the Brethren

Get ready for an evening of extraordinary vocal power and soul-stirring harmony! We are honored to host the Virginia State University (VSU) Concert Choir, a premier ensemble from one of the nation's most historic HBCUs, for a special visiting residency. Under the direction of Dr. Craig Robertson, the VSU Concert Choir is celebrated for its versatility and precision. Their program will take you on a journey through the full spectrum of choral artistry—from the refined elegance of standard classical literature to the high-energy, spirit-filled sounds of contemporary gospel. The highlight of the event features a powerful moment of unity. To close the concert, the VSU Concert Choir will join forces with our own Etown Concert Choir. Together, the joined voices will fill the hall with a moving performance of "Daniel, Daniel, Servant of the Lord" in legendary arrangement by Undine Smith Moore, the "Dean of Black Women Composers" and former VSU faculty member. Co-Sponsor: Institute for Engagement, Mission, and Impact. Free and open to the public.

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March 27

Junior Recital

March 27 4:30PM, Zug Recital Hall

Junior Recital featuring music major Lila Hughes, piano. Free and open to the public.

March 30

Monday Series Concert: "Rhythm and Resonance: Contemporary Dialogues between Percussion and Piano"

March 30 7:30 p.m., Leffler Chapel & Performance Center

Join us for a recital celebrating the diverse and dynamic repertoire for piano and percussion. This program explores the evolution of rhythm, moving from foundational pedagogical works to complex contemporary collaborations. The recital opens with piano selections by the influential Brazilian composer and educator Cacilda Borges Barbosa. Pianist Justin Badgerow performs excerpts from her vital pedagogical collections, Diorama and Estudos Brasileiros. These pieces showcase a blend of refined technique with the lively folk rhythms of Brazil, demonstrating her innovative approach to musical education. The focus then shifts to the powerful dialogue between instruments, featuring Paul Sarcich’s Gigue for Timpani. Timpanist Brent Behrenshausen joins with Justin Badgerow on the stage to present this energetic and sophisticated exploration of the timpani's virtuosic potential with piano. Following the intermission, the program dives into the intricate world of modern percussion chamber music. The collaborative artistry of Brent Behrenshausen and Ralph Sorrentino is highlighted in two pieces: Andrea Venet’s Faded Lines, an intense duet for snare drum, followed by Jameson Carr’s Double Take, a thrilling multi-percussion duet that utilizes a broad array of instruments to create a complex rhythmic landscape. Don't miss this performance showcasing the percussive vitality of 20th and 21st-century music for piano and percussion. Leffler Chapel & Performance Center. Free and open to the public.

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April 6