Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Wed, 4 Nov 2026 13:14:00 +0000 Wed, 4 Nov 2026 13:14:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Sunday Music Series: Chi Yong Yun http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69540 Pianist Chi Yong Yun has been hailed by audiences and critics alike as an artist of rare poetic insight and pianistic brilliance. Dr. Yun’s performances as a soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician has received critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. Born in Seoul, Korea, Dr. Yun moved to the United States at the age of six where she continued her musical studies. An avid pedagogue, teaching has been an important and substantial part of Dr. Yun’s career.  She has given master classes throughout the US and worldwide and is currently Professor of Music and Director of Keyboard Studies at Andrews University. Sun, 01 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000 AU Wind Symphony: A Symphonic Voyage http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69252 Andrews University Wind Symphony<o:p></o:p> Conductor: Denisse Santos-Gooden The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.<o:p></o:p>   Repertoire:   Beyond the Horizon - Rossano Galante  Under Western Skies - Kevin McKee I. Sundown II. Sunup - High Noon (Luke Mularczyk and Valeria Trevino, Trumpet Soloists) The Irish Washerwoman - Leroy Anderson Killer Tango - Sonny Kompanek (Andrews Brass) Courtly Airs & Dances - Ron Nelson I. Intrada IV. Saltarello (Italy) V. Sarabande (Spain) VI. Allemande (Germany) April in Paris - Vernon Duke, arr. Rick Stitzel  (Jazz Ensemble)   -Intermission-   Olympic Fanfare - John Williams, arr. James Curnow Danzon No. 2 - Arturo Márquez, trans. Oliver Nickel Variations on a Korean Folk Song - John Barnes Chance Arabian Dances - Roland Barrett  (Oscar Flores, undergraduate student conductor) The Stars and Stripes Forever - John Philip Sousa, arr. Keith Brion   (65:50 minutes) Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0000 Andrews University Choirs Fall Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69254 Andrews University Choirs Interim Conductor: Brenton Offenback The Andrews University Singers is the select choir of the Department of Music and represents Andrews University locally, nationally and abroad through concert tours, television broadcast and audio recordings. They have given highly acclaimed international concert tours throughout the countries of Great Britain, Iceland, Norway, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Chile, South Africa, Bahamas, Bermuda and Puerto Rico. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:29:40 +0000 Howard Presents: Marc Elysee & Cristian Neacsu http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70255 DATE CHANGE! Please note the date and time change for this concert. The Howard Center Presents: Marc Élysée and Cristian Neacsu concert, originally scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, at 7 p.m., has been rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. New Date & Time: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, 7:30 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding. Tickets purchased for the original date will be honored for the new date. We look forward to welcoming you to the Howard Performing Arts Center for this special performance. Marc Élysée is a French-born professional musician whose distinguished career encompasses violin performance, music education and orchestral conducting. Currently serving as associate professor of music and conductor of the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra, Élysée combines extensive musical training with a deep commitment to developing students as accomplished musicians, thoughtful collaborators and dependable leaders. Joining Élysée and the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is acclaimed violinist Cristian Neacsu, who will perform Camille Saint-Saëns’ "Violin Concerto No. 3." The program will also feature Antonin Dvo&rcaron;ák’s "Symphony No.9, Op. 95, 'From the New World.'" Cristian Neacsu performs on a remarkable 1792 Venetian violin crafted by Pietro Valentino Novello. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:38:50 +0000 Alumni Homecoming Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69251 The Alumni Gala concert will feature three University music ensembles: the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra, Andrews University Wind Symphony and Andrews University Choirs. Come join us for this fun and festive concert on our University's alumni weekend. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:54:20 +0000 Stephen Zork Reunion Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68764 <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;"> Stephen Zork Reunion Concert: "How Can I Keep From Singing?" <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;"> Stephen Zork is retiring after 35 remarkable years at Andrews University. He has been a beloved mentor, teacher and major professor to many. To help mark the conclusion of his extraordinary teaching career, a special weekend has been organized from April 24–25, 2026.<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> The highlight will be a Celebration Reunion Choir Concert, conducted by Professor Zork, on Friday evening at the Howard Performing Arts Center. The reunion choir will also perform during second service at Pioneer Memorial Church. <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> If you’ve ever sung with Professor Zork during his 35-year tenure at Andrews, please plan to join the choir!<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> ____________________ <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Plans for the Celebration Reunion Choir events include: <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Friday, April 24 Howard Performing Arts Center, Andrews University<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> 12:30 p.m.—Singers arrive and enjoy light refreshments and time to reconnect 2–5 p.m.—Rehearsal with Professor Zork 5–6 p.m.—Light supper provided (please stay on campus for call time) 6:30 p.m.—Choir call time 7:30 p.m.—Celebration Reunion Choir Concert<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Sabbath, April 25 Howard Performing Arts Center, Andrews University<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> 9 a.m.—Continental breakfast and fellowship 10–11 a.m.—Rehearsal for church service 11–11:20 a.m.—Walk to Pioneer Memorial Church 11:20–11:35 a.m.—Choir seated on the platform 11:45 a.m.—Second Service<o:p></o:p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Please note: The Celebration Choir will sing for the second service only. <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Following the service, we hope to gather singers and their families for lunch (location TBD), followed by a time of shared stories, photos and reminiscing. <p style="margin: 0in 0in 15pt; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; box-sizing: border-box;"> Thank you for your support as we work to honor Professor Zork and celebrate the extraordinary community he has built over these many years.<o:p></o:p> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:25:25 +0000 Andrews University Wind Symphony Spring Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67533 Americana Soundscape is a concert that will feature the music of American scenes and composers primarily from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. From the beginning with Gershwin’s lively "Strike Up the Band" all the way to the sounds of Barker’s arrangement of "Tin Pan Alley," this concert is sure to delight! Included are favorites from Henry Mancini, Aaron Copland and Cole Porter, as well as Florence Price’s "Juba Dance." <div> Join the Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, for an afternoon of toe-tapping and swaying sweet melodies on April 19, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Howard Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at <a href="https://howard.andrews.edu">howard.andrews.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> Repertoire (51:18 minutes) "Strike Up The Band"—George Gershwin, arr. Warren Barker      Francis Aguilar Jr., graduate student conductor "The Wonderful World of Disney"—arr. John Edmondson "Beale Street Blues"—W.C. Handy, arr. Luther Henderson, adapt. David Marshall "Moon River"—Henry Mancini, arr. Michael Brown "Juba Dance"—Florence Price, trans. Jay Bocook "American Patrol"—F. W. Meacham   -Intermission-   "Hoedown" from "Rodeo"—Aaron Copland       Lymuel Ligsay, graduate student conductor "Baby Elephant Walk"—Henry Mancini, arr. John Moss "Puttin’ on the Ritz"—Irving Berlin      Andrews Brass "Cole Porter on Broadway"—Cole Porter, arr. Warren Barker "Summertime"—George Gershwin, Dubose & Dorothy Heyward & Ira Gershwin, arr. Robert Longfield "Tin Pan Alley"—arr. Warren Barker   <div> ––</div> <div>  </div> <div> Andrews University Wind Symphony</div> <div>  </div> <div> Conductor: Denisse Santos</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.</div> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:44:26 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Dmitry Rachmanov http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67540 A sought-after performer, master class clinician, adjudicator and lecturer, Dmitry Rachmanov is chair of keyboard studies at California State University, Northridge. A proponent of Russian repertoire, his April 2014 all-Scriabin program at Carnegie Hall was described as “a poem of ecstasy” in every sense. Rachmanov is a recipient of numerous awards and is a founding member and president of the Scriabin Society of America. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:35:09 +0000