Augustana Symphonic Band to celebrate 150 years in November
The Augustana Symphonic Band (formerly the Augustana Concert Band) will celebrate its 150th anniversary during a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024.
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Anne Bak '21 performed a cello recital of Baroque compositions with early music specialist Jean-Pierre Menuge in Eu, France. Bak is teaching French for a year in the northern part of France. In addition to performing, Bak has kept an active teaching schedule, working with her students in the United States via Zoom.
Kathryn Krajewski '18 is a viola/violin instructor at Niles North High School in Skokie, Ill., and a private viola/violin teacher.
Justin Lebo '15 is the music director at Cricket Theater Company in Palatine, Ill.
Tony Passaro '13 is director of bands and jazz ensembles at the International School of Brussels in Brussels, Belgium.
“My music professors have made the most impact on my life.”Read More
“The music faculty do so much for every individual student, both in the public eye and behind the scenes.”Read More
“What I will definitely miss most is getting to play in the Symphonic Band. We are such a unique and tight-knit little family. ”Read More
The Augustana Symphonic Band (formerly the Augustana Concert Band) will celebrate its 150th anniversary during a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024.
Pianist John Flannery '24 received a $2,500 award from the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) after performing his composition titled "My Body Turns Toward Thee Again" with vocalist Abriana Tereza '24 at the annual MTNA conference.
Grant Estes '21, commemorating Dr. Janina Ehrlich's 45 years of service at Augustana, premiered "The Quarrel Between Winter and Summer," composed by faculty member Dr. Jacob Bancks, on April 14.
The Augustana Symphony Orchestra, Augustana Brass Ensemble, Augustana Choir, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, Augustana Concert Chorale and Augustana Bell Choir join together in a celebration of the holiday season.
The performance is 90 minutes with no intermission.
The Augustana Symphony Orchestra, Augustana Brass Ensemble, Augustana Choir, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, Augustana Concert Chorale and Augustana Bell Choir join together in a celebration of the holiday season.
The performance is 90 minutes with no intermission.
The Augustana Chamber Orchestra will perform.