Directed by Kyoko Okamoto, the UMD Japanese Koto Ensemble features elegant music played on the koto, a traditional Japanese 13-string instrument. Koto music reflects the quiet beauty, simplicity and harmonizing effect of Japanese nature. The concert will also feature the Washington Toho Koto Society.
UMD Symphony Orchestra and UMD Wind Orchestra
David Neely and Michael Votta, Jr., music directors
The UMD Symphony Orchestra and UMD Wind Orchestra combine for this concert led by members of the graduate conducting studios. Professional guest conductors often appear by invitation and hold workshops with UMD School of Music students in preparation for this concert.
Repertoire to be announced closer to the performance.
Semesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music. This recital will feature a broad range of styles and repertoire presented in a fresh, lively way. Part 1 will take place on May 7 at 10:30 a.m. and Part 3 will take place on May 9 at 7 p.m.
Semesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music. This recital will feature a broad range of styles and repertoire presented in a fresh, lively way. Part 2 will take place on May 9 at 10:30 a.m. and Part 3 will take place on May 9 at 7 p.m.
The UMD Brass Ensemble performs its semesterly brass concert.
Experience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in this second night of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the jazz combos. Join us the day prior for the first night of jazz—each performance features a different program.
Experience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in this first night of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the jazz combos. Join us again tomorrow for a second night of jazz—each performance features a different program.
Andrea Brown, music director
Master Gunnery Sgt. Samuel Barlow, trombone
Anthony Barfield's Red Sky reflects on the creation of the universe and the interconnectedness of the human experience. The UMD Wind Ensemble is joined by Master Gunnery Sgt. Samuel Barlow, principle trombone of "The President's Own," for a performance of this ethereal piece.
Trevor Tran, conductor
Missy Curl, soprano
Nicole Plummer, mezzo-soprano
Jonas Rimkunas, tenor
Henrique Carvalho, bass
Theodore Guerrant, organ
Simone Pierpaoli, cellist
The University Orchestra brings Shakespeare's timeless love story to the orchestral stage with Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet. The seventh of Prokofiev's nine ballets, Romeo and Juliet underscores the tragic love story of Shakespeare's iconic characters and scenes, including the Capulet's ball and the death's of the star-crossed lovers. This performance will also feature works by Marquez and Rimsky-Korsakov.
