Fall Concert Series set for '98
Campus Times
September 18, 1998
Whether your musical taste craves classical Cello Quartets or the traditional
sounds from the Caribbean, the Department of Music's Fall Concert Series
has an eclectic menu of musical experiences for many different types of
musical appetites.
In the past, the majority of musical performances took place in the
spring because students and faculty have had the first part of the year
to prepare and acclimate themselves to their academic surroundings. But
Steve Biondo, the new Music Department assistant, coordinated the Fall Series
with outside musicians, performers, University instructors, and students
to incorporate the musical program into student life earlier in the year,
with the intention of increasing campus interest in the arts.
"My goal is to get people interested in the musical talent that
exists on this campus," said Biondo.
Starting yesterday, the concert series began with a performance in classical
guitar and soprano. Dave Cahueque, a professional guitarist from Pomona
College, accompanied Ursula Kleinecke a professional soprano.
On Oct. 1 in Dailey Theatre, the series shifts to a much different flavor
with a performance by "The Trinidad Steel Drum Band," a musical
group originated in South Central Los Angeles. This will be a unique cultural
experience for students and faculty, because after the performance of traditional
steel drum music from the Caribbean, an informative discussion on the origins
and traditions of their unique brand of sound will be held.
Later in October, on Saturday, the 24th, at 8:15 p.m., Michael Ryan
will conduct an evening of Classical Guitar and Renaissance songs in the
Dailey Theatre. Ryan is a professional musician and ULV music instructor.
Keeping with the classical venue, Quatracelli, a cello quartet from
Claremont McKenna College will perform in Founders Auditorium on Friday,
Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 3 and 4, ULV students debut their musical talents with a student
recital and jazz concert. On the Thursday, the 3rd in the ULV Chapel, a
student recital will be conducted. Then on Friday, the ULV Jazz Band will
perform with Anthony Fesmire in Founders Auditorium.
The season's largest production will take place on Saturday, Dec. 12,
at 7:30 p.m in Founders Auditorium. The large production will feature the
University of La Verne Chorale and Chamber Singers with conductor Alan Raines.
Expanding cultural horizons with a variety of music, the Fall Concert
Series promises to display exceptional entertainment and inspiring talent
to a diverse audience within the University community.
"We're trying to step it up a notch,"said Biondo. "We
have some great musicians at this school, both students and faculty. Hopefully,
this series will attract more people to appreciate their music."
