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Thomas Erdmann publishes article
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had his 6,000-word article, <em>Tom Browne: Learning To Adapt</em>, published in the June 2012 issue of the <em>International Trumpet Guild Journal.</em>
Stephen Futrell guest conducts for Rowan All-County Chorus
Music Department Faculty Perform at UNC Charlotte
Jesse Palmer's Senior Vocal Recital - April 29
Jesse Palmer, baritone, accompanied by Tyson Hankins, piano, will perform in Whitley Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Included in the program are works by Purcell, Mozart, Brahms, Ravel and Findlay.<br /> <em>Admission is free of charge.</em>
Thomas Erdmann Has Two Articles Published
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had two 6,000 word articles featured on the front cover of the May/June 2012 issue of <em>Saxophone Journal</em>.
Omri Shimron performs at Virginia Tech
CELEBRATE! Week runs April 22-28
Hundreds of Elon students will be involved in activities during CELEBRATE! 2012, a celebration of achievements in academics and the arts.
Thomas Erdmann Has CD Reviews Published
Nathan Thomas '12 named school's Teacher of the Month
Elon University Camerata Recital - May 6
Omri Shimron performs, teaches at Duke
Gerald Knight named editor-in-chief of education Journal; moderates panel at UNC
Victoria Fischer Faw Judges Piano Competition
Wild Songs by Polly Cornelius is released by Innova Recordings
Wild Songs, the solo album debut of Polly Butler Cornelius in the Department of Music, has been released by Innova Recordings, the official label for the American Composers Forum.
"Wild Songs" by Polly Cornelius is released by Innova Recordings
Thomas Erdmann Has Three Articles Published
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had three 6,000 word articles published and featured on the cover of the March/April 2012 issue of Saxophone Journal.
Omri Shimron performs in Greensboro
Stephen A. Futrell guest lectures at Spelman College
Schedule for 16th annual Elon University Jazz Festival
The Elon University Jazz Festival runs Feb. 13-18, 2012, with several events for students, faculty and staff to enjoy around campus.
Josh Carswell '11 takes first in singing competition
Josh Carswell '11, a graduate of Elon's music performance program, split the grand prize in the American Traditions Competition in Savannah, Ga., on Jan. 28.
Stephen Futrell adjudicates &amp; performs in N.D. jazz festival
Jon Metzger Completes New Recording
Associate Professor and Artist in Residence Jon Metzger has completed work on a new recording of award-winning composer Doug Richard's Ben Seni Variations for 80-piece orchestra and nine jazz soloists at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.
ABSS Choral Share - April 11
Jon Metzger completes new recording with The John Brown Jazz Orchestra
Jon Metzger, associate professor of music, has completed a new CD recording with the John Brown Jazz Orchestra for a future release on Brown Boulevard Records.
Thomas Erdmann Has Three Articles Published
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had three 6,000 word articles featured on the cover of the January/February 2012 issue of Saxophone Journal.
Tom Erdmann plays annual solo piano concert
Professor Thomas Erdmann in the Department of Music played his annual solo piano Christmas concert at Duke University Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 15.
Thomas Erdmann has article published
Linda Cykert and Elon Flute Ensemble perform benefit concert
On Sunday, Nov. 20, the Elon Flute Ensemble, under the direction of Linda Cykert, performed a benefit concert for Arc of Alamance County.
Clay Stevenson to write songs for Cobel Music
Clay Stevenson, lecturer of music, has been asked to join a team of songwriters at Cobel Music to create personalized music that will be accessible to people of all income levels.
Polly Cornelius featured at Biltmore concert series
Polly Cornelius, senior lecturer in the Music Department, was a soprano soloist in five concerts at the Biltmore House Christmas Candlelight Evening in Asheville, NC on Wednesday, Nov. 23.
Tina Lanciotti's Junior Vocal Recital: March 27
March 27<br /> 7-8 p.m.<br /> Holt Chapel
Brenna Lakeson's Senior Vocal Recital: Dec. 5
Dec. 5<br /> 7:30 - 9 p.m.<br /> Whitley Auditorium
Tom Erdmann publishes three articles
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had three articles featured on the front cover of the November/December 2011 issue of <em>Saxophone Journal</em>.
Stephen A. Futrell performs with Spelman College students &amp; faculty
Associate professor Stephen A. Futrell in the Department of Music appeared as guest vocal soloist with the Spelman College Glee Club and Spelman College music faculty in an Oct. 17 tribute concert to Willie T. Johnson and the Golden Gate Quartet.
Tom Erdmann publishes CD review
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, recently published a review of pianist Louise Denson's CD, &quot;The Flame Tree.&quot;
Polly Cornelius sings at Norfolk Chamber Consort Concert
Polly Butler Cornelius, a senior lecturer in the department of music, was a guest soloist at the Norfolk Chamber Consort's 43rd season opening concert on Oct. 3, 2011 in Norfolk, Va. The concert was part of the Ludwig Diehn Series in cooperation with the Norfolk Chamber Consort and the ODU Literary Festival. Cornelius, a soprano, performed selected songs by renowned composer Paul Bowles.
Victoria Fischer Faw, Meaghan Skogen and Dan Skidmore trio reviewed
The Sept. 1 performance of the Phoenix Piano Trio, consisting of music faculty members Victoria Fischer Faw, Meaghan Skogen and Dan Skidmore, was reviewed in the online arts journal <em>Classical Voice of North Carolina</em>.
Omri Shimron presents lecture-recital at Winthrop University
Assistant professor of music Omri Shimron presented a lecture-recital at Winthrop University's Music Department on Sunday, Sep 25.
Elon Music faculty, students &amp; alum perform for Greensboro Opera Company
The Greensboro Opera Company Companions invited Elon music faculty and students to present a program for their annual board meeting and gala.
Stephen A. Futrell has motets featured at workshop
The 18th Annual Arizona State University High School Choral Leadership Workshop featured editions of three classical period motets edited by associate professor of music and director of Choral Activities Stephen A. Futrell.
Thomas Erdmann's latest book reviewed
Professor of Music Thomas Erdmann had his most recent book, <em>How Jazz Trumpeters Understand Their Music</em>, reviewed in the October 2011 issue of the <em>ITG Journal</em>.
Thomas Erdmann has three articles published
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had three 6,000-word articles featured on the cover of the September/October 2011 issue of <em>Saxophone Journal</em>.
Omri Shimron presents, performs at the Chautauqua Institution
Omri Shimron, assistant professor of music, was invited to present a lecture-demonstration at the Chautauqua Institution's Piano Department on July 26.
Thomas Erdmann Collaborates On CD Release
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, was asked to part of the 2012 International Trumpet Guild Recording Project.
Polly Cornelius performed at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C.
On Saturday, June 18, Polly Cornelius performed as a guest soprano soloist with the Imaginary Friends Ensemble at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Thomas Erdmann Has Three Articles Published
Thomas Erdmann, professor of music, had three 6,000 word articles published and featured on the front cover of the July/August 2011 issue of <em>Saxophone Journal</em>.
Tony Sawyer awarded national honor by Tau Beta Sigma
Tony Sawyer, a lecturer and director of bands at Elon University, was awarded the national Paula Crider Award by the Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority at the Wind Ensemble's May 10 concert.
Jon Metzger Completes Jazz Studies Residency at Duke University
While at Duke University, associate professor Jon Metzger presented a lecture on the historically significant and influential jazz vibraphonists for a Jazz Masters Symposium, gave a master class for Jazz Studies students, and performed as the featured soloist with the Duke University Jazz Ensemble under the direction of John Brown.
Thomas Erdmann has article published
Thomas Erdmann, a professor of music, had his article, &quot;Crossing Borders, An Interview With Frank London,&quot; published in the June 2011 issue of <em>The International Trumpet Guild Journal</em>.
Jon Metzger featured in Voice of America radio interview
Associate professor of music Jon Metzger has been featured in an interview for Voice of America, the official broadcast institution of the United States federal government broadcast in 53 languages to an audience of 123 million people.