Music Events for Spring 2012

The following Spring events are sponsored by the School of Music at Salem College. All are open to the public, and all are held in the Fine Arts Center of Salem.

Salem Chorale and Concert Choir Preview Concert

Sonja Sepulveda, director
Saturday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Hanes Auditorium, Salem Fine Arts Center

The Salem College Chorale and Chamber Choir, led by Dr. Sonja Sepulveda, will join with the Palmetto Voices to perform a demonstration session on the spiritual. This session includes a power-point presentation on performance practices, history of the spiritual and comparisons to gospel.

The concert is a preview of an invited performance for the Southern Division of the American Choral Directors Association Conference to be held March 2 at 1:45 p.m. at the Winston-Salem Convention Center.

The Palmetto Voices is a vocal ensemble composed of Dr. Sepulveda’s former and current students.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Sandresky Artist Faculty Concert Series: Fire Pink Trio

Friday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center

Named after the beautiful North Carolina wild flower that covers the mountains in late spring, the Fire Pink Trio (Debra Reuter-Pivetta, flute; Sheila Browne, viola; Jacquelyn Bartlett, harp) combines three sensual instruments: harp, flute and viola. Just as each instrument has its uniquely beautiful voice, each member of Fire Pink Trio brings to the group a multitude of accolades including top prizes in international competitions, concerto performances and critically acclaimed recordings.

Their program will include the gorgeous “Trio” by Claude Debussy.
 Sponsored by the School of Music.

Salem College Pierrettes Present “Once Upon a Mattress”

March 8, 9, 10 and 11 at 8:00 p.m.
Drama Workshop, Salem Fine Arts Center 

If you’ve been having trouble sleeping lately, if you enjoy riddles, or if you’ve simply been searching through the “Princess Wanted” ads for the job of your dreams, you’ll relate to this timeless musical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale, The Princess and the Pea. Set in a faraway kingdom in medieval times, “Once Upon a Mattress” features such memorable songs as “The Swamps of Home,” “In a Little While” and “Yesterday I Loved You.” Join the Pierrettes for a jolly journey into the memorable world of “Once Upon a Mattress.” Music by Mary Rodgers. Lyrics by Marshall Barer. Book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. Play directed by Michael Kamtman.

Admission by ticket only. Ticket prices: $10 general admission, $8 Salem community. Tickets will be available at the door and reservations may be made by emailing culturalevents@salem.edu or calling 336/917-5493. Reservations are not required.
Sponsored by Salem College Pierrettes

Sandresky Artist Faculty Concert Series: Pivetta Duo

Debra Reuter-Pivetta, flute; Federico Pivetta, piano
Thursday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center 

Hailed for their “wonderfully musical phrase-making and breathtaking technical skill,” the award-winning Pivetta Duo brings energy and excitement to the stage. Salem music faculty, Debra Reuter-Pivetta is joined by her husband, pianist Federico Pivetta, for a concert including the Prokofiev Sonata and anew work by Eric Ewazen.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Honoring Mrs. H.H.A.! An Amy Beach Musicale

Sunday, April 1 at 3:00 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center

During this 240th year celebration of Salem and its women, please join us for a tribute to eminent composer Amy Beach. Salem College School of Music students will join forces to perform vocal and instrumental works from this respected American woman composer.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Sandresky Artist Faculty Concert Series: 240 Years of  Women’s Keyboard Music with Barbara Lister-Sink

Friday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center 

In celebration of Salem College’s 240th anniversary, artist-in-residence and internationally acclaimed pianist Barbara Lister-Sink will perform an evening of keyboard music from 1772 – 2012.

The concert will include the beautiful “Sonata” by Cécile Chaminade and a world premiere especially composed for this concert.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

International Show

Saturday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Hanes Auditorium, Salem Fine Arts Center 

The Salem College International Club features a cultural extravaganza of performances in dance, song and skits representing various countries.

Admission by ticket only: $8 for general admission, $5 for students and $3 for children under 10. Reservations can be made by emailing saleminternationalclub@gmail.com or by calling 336/917-5493.

Salem Sings! Salem College Chorale, Chamber Choir & Jazz Ensemble

Sonja Sepulveda, director

Friday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Hanes Auditorium, Salem Fine Arts Center

The Salem Chamber Choir, Chorale and Jazz Voices will bring you an eclectic program of music from the Renaissance to Lady Gaga. Other music that is guaranteed to get your heart humming will be songs from around the world, spirituals, gospel and a special song from Glenn McClure’s “Caribbean Mass” with steel drum. Come experience an event that will give you musical memories to last a lifetime.

The choirs are conducted by Dr. Sonja Sepulveda and accompanied by Carmine Mann.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Mathias Choral Concert: Salem College Chorale and Chamber Choir

Sonja Sepulveda, director
Sunday, April 22 at 3:30 p.m.
Hanes Auditorium, Salem Fine Arts Center

The Salem Choirs will present a concert of Moravian music, the “Missa Brevis in C major” by Mozart, and music from the ‘40s in honor of the very dedicated musicians Mr. and Mrs. William Mathias. Come join the choirs, Salem and the Mathias family as we celebrate the lives of these two people and their love of music.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

“Thoroughly Modern Millie”

Thursday - Saturday, April 26, 27, 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 29 at 2:00 p.m.
Drama Workshop, Salem Fine Arts Center 

“Thoroughly Modern Millie” is a toe-tapping, high energy musical set in 1922 in New York City. Millie comes to the big city to make her mark and find a rich husband. She decides to reside at Mrs. Meer’s Boarding House, who unbeknownst to her, runs a white slavery trade kidnapping her orphan boarders. Millie meets Jimmie, a poor-yet-charming guy, and gets mixed up over love and her goal to marry rich.

This musical is funny, touching and full of delightful characters. Millie learns about the big city and becomes a “modern” girl who bobs her hair, wears the latest fashions and has many experiences, both good and bad, in the city. Come join us for this charming musical that will fill your head with memorable songs and warm your heart.
Sponsored by Salem Academy.

Sandresky Artist Faculty Concert Series/Alumnae Artist Series: Patricia Barnes Griffith C’72, piano

Friday, April 27 at 8:00 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center 

Salem College alumna and noted pianist, critically acclaimed for her expressive lyricism and impressive technique, will perform beloved piano works, including the magnificent “Phantasie, Op.17” by Robert Schumann, as well as works by Beethoven, Chopin and Debussy.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Debussy Turns 150! An Evening of the Piano Works of Claude Debussy

Student Piano Studio Recital of Barbara Lister-Sink
Sunday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Shirley Recital Hall, Salem Fine Arts Center 

In celebration of Claude Debussy’s 150th birth year, the piano students of Barbara Lister-Sink will perform a variety of works by the great French impressionist composer. Special emphasis will be given to tonal color and the synesthetic delights of his music for the piano.
Sponsored by the School of Music.

Spring Student Choreography End of the Year Celebration!

Sunday, May 6th at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 7th at 7:30 p.m.
Drama Workshop, Salem Fine Arts Center 

Join Salem dance students as they celebrate their achievements in dance choreography training through performance.
Students are FREE, general admission $5.
Sponsored by the Salem College Dance Company