The nationally accredited Department of Music at Eastern takes pride in its tradition of providing exceptional training for music educators, performers, and composers. Our faculty is deeply committed to providing the utmost in personal attention throughout degree program of every student. As a result, we have an outstanding record for job placements, and our graduates are respected leaders in all fields of music.
Department News
51st Annual Jazz Festival Concert
Friday, February 12, 7:30 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
The EIU Jazz Ensemble will present a concert featuring guest artist Scott Wendholt. Trumpeter Scott Wendholt has recorded and/or worked with such artists as Vincent Herring, Kenny Garrett, Cyrus Chestnut, Christian McBride, Don Braden and Bruce Barth. Scott has recorded more than sixty CD's, and received critical acclaim as a leader. Much in demand on the big band scene, his list of credits include: The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra (formerly Thad Jones/Mel Lewis), Manhattan Jazz Orchestra, The Carnegie Hall Jazz Band (led by Jon Faddis), John Fedchock NY Big Band, Gotham Jazz Orchestra (Mike Holober), Toshiko Akiyoshi Big Band, and the Bob Mintzer Big Band. For ticket information, please contact the Doudna Fine Arts Center Box Office at 217-581-3110, or doudnatix@eiu.edu.
EIU Choral Ensembles: Songs of Love
Sunday, February 14, 4:00 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
The EIU Choral Ensembles present a "tour de force" celebrating the majesty of love, plus a special performance of Vier Gesänge für Fraunchor, Op. 17 by Johannes Brahms. Special guest appearances include Julia Jamieson, harpist, and EIU faculty member Katie McBain, horn. For ticket information, please contact the Doudna Fine Arts Center Box Office at 217-581-3110, or doudnatix@eiu.edu.
EIU Percussion Ensemble
Friday, February 19, 7:30 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
The EIU Percussion Ensemble, directed by Jamie Ryan, brings to life music from across the globe. In addition to standard works for large and small percussion ensembles, the group will perform traditional music from Cuba and Brazil. Admission to the concert is free.
Eastern Symphony Chamber Orchestra and Collegium Musicum: Water Music
Sunday, February 21, 4:00 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
The Eastern Symphony Chamber Orchestra, directed by Richard Rossi, will present a concert featuring Water Music by G. F. Händel, and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland. For ticket information, please contact the Doudna Fine Arts Center Box Office at 217-581-3110, or doudnatix@eiu.edu.
EIU Jazz Combo Concert
Tuesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Room 1360
Performances by EIU's three jazz combos, under the direction of Paul Johnston and David Fink, will include classic jazz selections along with new compositions and arrangements by EIU students. Admission to the concert is free.
EIU Wind Symphony: The Art of the Wind Band
Friday, February 26, 7:30 p.m.
Doudna Fine Arts Center, Dvorak Concert Hall
The EIU Wind Symphony, under the direction of Milton Allen, explores both the musical and performance possibilities for the modern wind band. For ticket information, please contact the Doudna Fine Arts Center Box Office at 217-581-3110, or doudnatix@eiu.edu.
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