
Upcoming Public Events
July 2022
Concerts on the Quad: House of Hamill
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush three-part harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House of Hamill puts on a show that captivates audiences from the very first note. Concert will be on quad in front of Cook Hall. In the event of rain the concert will be moved to Center for the Performing Arts concert hall, For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309)…
Concerts on the Quad: Creole Stomp with Dennis Stroughmatt
Informally known as “The Grateful Dead of Creole Music,” for their well-oiled, dancer-driven, crowd-pleasing marathon jams and improvisation, Creole Stomp celebrates their 20th year! Concert will be on quad in front of Cook Hall. In the event of rain the concert will be moved to Center for the Performing Arts concert hall, For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123
Concerts on the Quad: An Evening of Jazz: Stephanie Aaron Quintet
Stephanie Aaron brings to the stage a style of singing jazz that pleases and entertains fans of the genre. Concert will be on quad in front of Cook Hall. In the event of rain the concert will be moved to Center for the Performing Arts concert hall, For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123
Concerts on the Quad: Singing Under the Stars
Illinois State University faculty and guests perform favorites from the Broadway and operatic stages. Concert will be on quad in front of Cook Hall. In the event of rain the concert will be moved to Center for the Performing Arts concert hall, For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123
August 2022
Guest Artist Master Class: Shawn Roy, voice
For additional information contact Professor John Koch (309) 438-2472
Charles W. Bolen Faculty Recital: Dr. Andy Rummel, tuba
For additional information contact Dr. Rummel (309) 438-5817
Jury Recognition Recital
For additional information contact Dr. David Collier (309)438-5386
September 2022
ISU School of Music Collage Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Adriana Ransom (309) 438-8920 To purchase tickets
Jazz Ensemble I & II
For additional information contact Dr. Tom Marko (309) 438-2541 To purchase tickets
Charles W. Bolen Faculty Recital: Anne McNamara, trumpet
For additional information contact Dr. Anne McNamara (309) 438-2388
Choral Showcase
For additional information contact Dr. Mark Grizzard (309) 438-0883 To purchase tickets
ISU Symphony Orchestra
The ISU Symphony Orchestra opens its 2022-2023 concert season with music by Wagner and Schumann, and featuring ISU artist Benjamin de Kock, professor of double bass, in a performance of the concerto for double bass by Serge Koussievitzky. For additional information contact Dr. Glenn Block (309)438-2540 or gblock@ilstu.edu To purchase tickets
October 2022
Wind Symphony Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Tony Marinello (309) 438-1702 To purchase tickets
Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Band Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Mack Wood (309) 438-8834 To purchase tickets
ISU Philharmonia Strings Fall Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Glenn Block (309) 438-2540
Afternoon of Brass
For additional information contact Dr. Andy Rummel (309) 438-5817 To purchase tickets
Bach-toberfest Celebration Concert
Dr. Benjamin de Kock and Dr. Cora Swenson Lee will host a low-strings day with a focus on the works of J.S. Bach. Students from the ISU cello and bass studios, as well as guests from around Illinois and the Midwest, will participate in technique classes, masterclasses, and ensemble rehearsals, culminating in a celebration concert at 5pm. For additional information contact Dr. Cora Swenson Lee (309) 438-8009
ISU Guitar Ensemble and Friends
For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123
ISU Symphony Orchestra, Choruses, and Faculty Vocal Soloists
After a period of three years of quarantine, the ISU Symphony Orchestra will join forces with the ISU Concert Choir, Civic Choir, and faculty vocal soloists: Michelle Vought, Elizabeth Thompson, Justin Vickers, and John Koch to perform the Joseph Haydn "Mass in the Time of War". The concert will also include a performance of the Ernest Block "Schelomo" for cello and orchestra featuring ISU artist Dr. Cora Swenson-Lee, professor of cello. To purchase tickets
Charles W. Bolen Faculty Recital: Faculty Brass Quintet
For additional information contact Dr. Anne McNamara (309) 438-2388
November 2022
Choir Concert: Belle Voix and Men’s Glee
For additional information contact Dr. Mark Grizzard (309) 438-2012 To purchase tickets
Percussion Ensemble
For additional information contact Dr. David Collier (309) 438-8022
Jazz Ensemble I & II
For additional information contact Dr. Tom Marko (309)438-2541 To purchase tickets
Music for All
For additional information contact Dr. Glenn Block (309) 438-2540
ISU Guitar Studio Recital
For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123
Music Factory
For additional information contact Dr. Carl Schimmel (309) 438-3477
Jazz Combos
For additional information contact Dr. Tom Marko (309) 438-2541
Opera Practicum Performance
For additional information contact Dr. Justin Vickers (309) 438-8855
African Drumming and Dance
For additional information contact Dr. Oforiwaa Aduonum (309) 438-7340
Collaborative Piano Recital
For additional information please contact Dr. Geoffrey Duce (309) 438-2409
University Band and Symphonic Band Concert
For additional information contact the band office (309) 438-2166 To purchase tickets
December 2022
Symphonic Winds Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Mack Wood (309) 438-8834 To purchase tickets
String Project Winter Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Kate Lewis (309) 438-2951
Music for the Holidays
For additional information contact Dr. Mark Grizzard (309) 438-0883 To purchase tickets
Music for the Holidays
For additional information contact Dr. Mark Grizzard (309) 438-0883 To purchase tickets
Wind Symphony Concert
For additional information contact Dr. Tony Marinello (309) 438-1702 To purchase tickets
Music for the Holidays
For additional information contact Dr. Mark Grizzard (309) 438-0883 To purchase tickets