Fine Arts Series
2005-2006
Fine Arts Series
All performances in Hatfield
Hall Theater
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The Singing Hoosiers |
| September 24 - 7:30 p.m.
The Singing Hoosiers shine as America's premiere collegiate concert show choir and serve as Indiana University's ambassadors of song. Averaging 115 members, the group features performers from the world-renowned IU School of Music, as well as students with a variety of other majors. They perform American popular music, jazz, and Broad-way favorites with dazzling choreography, energy and style. The choir is directed by Professor of Music Michael Schwartzkopf, who has conducted throughout the U.S., Europe and Canada. The Singing Hoosiers have appeared with such legendary entertainers as Bob Hope, Tony Bennett, Duke Ellington and Indiana's favorite son Hoagy Charmichael. They have also performed with opera legend Sylvia McNair and with several professional symphony orchestras. |
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The Chenille Sisters |
| Grace Morand - Connie Huber - Cheryl Dawdy October 8 - 7:30 p.m.
The Chenille Sisters have been a Fine
Arts Series crowd pleaser, but the group will be making its first
appearance on the Hatfield Hall stage. The group’s show is crammed with
voice, mind and heart. Their gorgeous singing, songwriting and show-womanship
take you on a rollicking ride that is wild, funny, wise, endearing,
poignant, vibrant and, most of all, true. They weave a musical tapestry
out of their own fresh and inimitable creations, obscure covers, and a
classic here and there for good measure. Grace was born with a condition
known as excessive funny bone; Connie is the one with the checkered
past, and her alto voice is like Irish coffee, silky with a kick; and
Cheryl has the good hair. |
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Duo Forza |
| Movses Pogossian - Matthew Ardizzone November 12 - 7:30 p.m.
The talents of violinist Movses Pogossian and guitarist Matthew Ardizzone are showcased in an engaging music program featuring the repertoire of 19th century Italy, along with selections from Spain and Latin America. Pogossian made his critically-acclaimed American debut with the Boston Pops and, at the age of 19, became the youngest first prize winner of the Seventh USSR National Violin Competition. Ardizzone has performed throughout the U.S. and Canada, and was a prizewinner in international guitar competitions. His CD Mazurka! won a 2001 Communicator Crystal Award of Excellence. Both musicians are also college faculty members. |
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Broadway Cabaret |
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| Indiana University December 10 - 7:30 p.m.
The best of Broadway music returns by popular demand. Energetic performers from Indiana University’s School of Theatre and Drama allow concertgoers to enjoy tunes from the biggest Broadway hits -- from Evita to The King & I to Titanic and Rent -- without traveling to New York City. (The selections for the show will be made this fall.) Broadway Cabaret members show how a musical production number is an extremely complex mix of dramatic action, lyrics, melodic line, accompaniment, staging and choreography. Putting it all together is Professor George Pinney, a master teacher who was nominated for a 2001 Tony Award and National Broadway Theatre Award in choreography. He received an Emmy Award for outstanding choreography for the PBS broadcast of Blast. He also was a member of the creative team, acting director and co-choreographer for the critically-acclaimed Cyberjam. |
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Ensemble Español |
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| Spanish Dance Theater January 21 - 7:30 p.m.
One of the premier Spanish dance companies in the U.S., Ensemble Español maintains a full touring program, nationally and internationally, in hopes of promoting world cultures and encouraging new artistic creativity within the framework of the Ibero-Hispanic experience. The company of 40 dancers, singers and musicians from Chicago’s Northeastern Illinois University represents a mosaic of cultures from around the world. Past performances have included “Flamenco Passion” (dances from southern Spain), “Costumbres Valencianas” (Folkloris) and Maurice Ravel’s “Bolero”. Ensemble Español was founded in 1976 by Dame Libby Komaiko. She is the first American artist to be decorated with Spain's highest honor, "Lazo de Dama" ("Ribbon of the Dame"), by the King of Spain for her artistic, cultural and educational work throughout America. |
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The Merling Trio |
| Renata Artman Knific - Bruce Uchimura - Susan
Wiersma Uchimura February 18 - 7:30 p.m.
A truly international trio, the Merling Trio has been hailed as a brilliantly distinguished group endowed with remarkable gifts of communication, magnificent precision and an impeccable blend of sound. Violinist Renata Artman Knific, cellist Bruce Uchimura and pianist Susan Wiersma Uchimura made their debut as a trio at Carnegie Hall in 1993 and was named a finalist for the Naumburg Foundation Chamber Music Award in 1994. Several contemporary composers have written works for the Merling Trio, including C. Curtis Smith’s Second Piano Trio. |
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Engineers In Concert |
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| Rose-Hulman Students, Faculty & Staff April 22 - 7:30 p.m.
The musical talents of Rose-Hulman students, faculty and staff are showcased in this popular finale to the Fine Arts Series season. The concert appeals to a variety of musical interests -- from classical to popular selections. Rose-Hulman’s chorus, concert band and string ensemble may be included in the program. Professor Brad Burchett organizes the concert, with assistance from other members of the Performing Arts Committee. Performers are selected by audition. Admission is free. |
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Fine Arts Series Information |
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Ticket Information:
Ticket Pick Up/Reservation Policy Season tickets for the 2005-2006 season are available until Sept. 14 by using the reservation form in this brochure or through visiting the Hatfield Hall Ticket Office from Sept. 6-22. Season tickets are not available for Rose-Hulman faculty, staff or students. Concert tickets will be available the week of each show from 1-5 p.m. in the Hatfield Hall Ticket Office. Tickets can also be reserved during the week of each concert by calling (812) 877-8544. Special Amenities Parking For Concerts: Fine Arts Series patrons are advised to park in lots adjacent to Moench Hall and walk to the front entrance of Hatfield Hall. Persons can be dropped off in front of Hatfield Hall, but all vehicles must be parked in designated areas. Handicapped Seating Areas Available: Hatfield Hall Theater has several areas on the main floor for persons in wheel chairs to be able to sit near the stage. Call 877-8544 for advance arrangements. |