Atlanta-based saxophonist Jack Thorpe currently serves as an Artist Affiliate of saxophone at Georgia State University. As a concerto soloist, he has performed with the Georgia State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble, the Stephen F. Austin State University Symphonic Orchestra, and the University of Illinois Symphony Orchestra. Through his work as the alto player in the […]
The Furman Singers present their Fall Concert, "Landscapes and Reflections." The pieces explore music inspired by hills, lakes, rivers and pastures. The texts draw on providence, hope and resolve. Representing a variety of genres, languages, styles and compositional eras, the pieces range in accompaniment styles from unaccompanied to accompaniment by organ, piano, and piano duet.
Pianist Gila Goldstein will present a master class performance at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, in Daniel Recital Hall on campus. The event is free and open to the public. Goldstein is known as a versatile musician and has captivated audiences around the world with her unique artistry and soulful interpretations. Goldstein has performed as […]
The Department of Music presents pianist Gila Goldstein who will present a recital at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, in Daniel Recital Hall on campus. The event is free and open to the public. Goldstein is known as a versatile musician and has captivated audiences around the world with her unique artistry and soulful interpretations. […]
Belle Voci (treble choir) and Chamber Choir present a shared fall concert Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Memorial Chapel on the campus of Furman University. This performance is free of charge and open to the public. The music presented represents various styles, idioms, and cultures, with a particular highlight on arrangements of […]
The Furman Department of Music presents the Hartness Organ Recital featuring organist Joby Bell of Appalachian State University. The recital is Thursday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Memorial Chapel. The event is free and open to the public. Bell is known for “the breadth of his repertoire, technical virtuosity, and for the personal […]
The fall concert of the Furman Jazz Ensemble and Combos will be held Friday, Oct. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall on campus during Furman’s Homecoming weekend. Selections include compositions and arrangements by Count Basie, Oliver Nelson, Christine Jensen, and much more. Suggested donation at the door is $5.
The Department of Music presents its Fall Honors Recital Thursday, Nov. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall. Students participating include: Libby Hamilton, mezzo-soprano; Emily Holliday, horn; Diana Ilie, cello; Noah Mofield, tenor; Charlie Smith, trumpet; and Melinda Thompson, flute.
The Florida State Percussion Ensemble, directed by Furman alumnus John Parks '93, has been named a winner of the Percussive Arts Society (PAS) International Percussion Ensemble Competition. The ensemble is touring its show on the way to the PASIC convention and will be stopping at Furman to perform a concert on Tuesday, Nov. 7, at […]
Ashley Hall-Tighe, trumpet, is an internationally renowned musician, educator, certified life coach and the newest member of the Canadian Brass. She will present a recital Wednesday Nov. 8, at 6:30 p.m. in Daniel Memorial Chapel. With a performing career that spans over two decades, Hall-Tighe's mission is to create environments that encourage curiosity, connection, and […]
The Department of Music's Sarah Reese Lyric Theatre will present its Opera Scenes Recital Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall. In "The Play's the Thing..." a group of musical theatre and opera excerpts inspired by the plays of Shakespeare will be performed. The event is free and open to the public.
The Furman Department of Music presents its Jazz Combos recital Sunday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Furman's Matt Olson conducts.
