October 11, 2018 — The Marist College Music Department is performing a free concert series on campus from October-December 2018. The concerts feature an array of music groups, including the Marist Singers, the Marist Orchestra, and student performers from various music classes. Most events are free and open to the public unless otherwise stated. (See below for full list of events).

Night on Broadway, a show featuring the Marist Singers, is a benefit concert for the organization Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS organization helps men, women, and children across the country and across the street receive lifesaving medications, health care, nutritious meals, counseling and emergency financial assistance.  This event will take place on October 27 and 28.  Other highlights of the series include An Ecumenical Service of Lessons and Carols, featuring the Marist Singers, Handbell Choir, and Marist Orchestra, in collaboration with the Marist College Campus Ministry at the Redeemed Christian Fellowship in Poughkeepsie (December 1), and Echoes of World War I, The Marist College Band and Wind Symphony’s commemoration of the 100th anniversary of World War I (December 2).

Two concerts dedicated to Hudson Valley piano legend, Dr. Edwin A. Ulrich (1897-1995), will take place on December 3 and 4 in the Fusco Recital Hall. Dr. Ulrich was a resident of Dutchess County for nearly 60 years. His career credits include performances at various famous New York music landmarks; he was also a founding member of the Dutchess County Arts Council. Students from various disciplines will honor Dr. Ulrich by showcasing their semester’s work at these performances. 

The series also features recitals of these various music courses, including beginner and advanced piano, and voice lesson students. 

“We are very proud of our music students, and their dedication to the Marist and Dutchess County community,” says Marist College Music Director, Sarah Williams, “Their love of music shows through in every performance, and we hope that the audience can see that.”
 

Marist Music Department Fall 2018 Schedule

OCTOBER

Better Together: Martin & Teresa Tyce in Concert
Wednesday, October 17, 7:30pm
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall
This faculty recital features husband and wife duo, Martin and Teresa Tyce on trombone and strings, in a diverse showcase of instrumental music.

Gospel Choir Praise and Worship Session 
Friday, October 26, 7:30pm 
Murray Student Center 3101
The Marist College Gospel Choir gathers for a Praise and Worship Session through song.

Night on Broadway
Saturday, October 27, 2:00pm & 7:00pm / Sunday October 28, 2:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theater 
Join Marist Singers in an annual Benefit Concert for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS mobilizes the unique abilities within the entertainment industry to mitigate the suffering of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.  BCEFA supports organizations across the country which provide treatments and services for people affected by HIV/AIDS and their families. 
This show has a general admission fee of $10, and $5 for students and senior citizens. To reserve tickets, guests should contact the Music Department at 845-575-3242.

NOVEMBER

Chamber Strings & Brass Ensemble Recital
Wednesday, November 7, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall 
The Marist College Chamber Strings and Brass Ensembles perform their semester’s work at this recital.

Kappa Kappa Psi Month of Musicianship Coffeehouse
Wednesday, November 14, 7:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall 
Throughout the month of November Kappa Kappa Psi, the National Honorary Band Fraternity, commemorates their founding through a celebration of music on college and university campuses. The Kappa Upsilon chapter participates in this annual Month of Musicianship by presenting a coffeehouse open to all members of the Marist community. 

Gospel Choir Praise and Worship Session
Friday, November 16, 7:30pm 
Murray Student Center 3101
The Marist College Gospel Choir gathers for a Praise and Worship Session through song.

Orchestra and Chamber Strings Fall Concert
Sunday, November 18, 2:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theater  
The Marist College String Orchestra and Chamber String Ensemble take the stage in this afternoon of music.  Featuring selections from classical music to pop and Bollywood favorites, this afternoon matinee has something for music-lovers from all walks of life.
This show has a general admission fee of $10, and $5 for students and senior citizens. To reserve tickets, guests should contact the Music Department at 845-575-3242.

Kai Wong Senior Showcase
Tuesday, November 27, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall
Alongside instructor Elena Pelih, Nelly Goletti Scholar Kai Wong ’18, showcases his extraordinary talent on the piano in the evening’s special recital. To honor the memory of Nelly Goletti Fusco, a distinguished composer, singer, and pianist, the Nelly Goletti Music Scholarship was established at Marist with a generous gift from The Frank A. Fusco and Nelly Goletti Fusco Foundation, Inc. A scholarship award is made to a talented singer or pianist. 

Vocal Skills Recital 
Wednesday, November 28, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall
Vocal skills students will perform their semester’s works in a variety of languages.

DECEMBER

An Ecumenical Service of Lessons and Carols
Saturday, December 1, 3:00 
Redeemed Christian Fellowship, 100 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie 
Ring in the holiday season with the Marist College Music Department and Campus Ministry. This annual event celebrates the birth of Christ through readings by Marist community and music from the Marist Singers, Handbell Choir, and Orchestra. Admissions is free and open to the public. All are invited and encouraged to invite their friends to this joyous event. 

Echoes of World War I
Sunday, December 2, 12:00pm & 4:00pm
Murray Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theatre
The Marist College Band and Wind Symphony commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I through the performance of selections themed around the sounds and composers of the era.
This show has a general admission fee of $10, and $5 for students and senior citizens. To reserve tickets, guests should contact the Music Department at 845-575-3242.

Ulrich Woodwind, Percussion, & Advanced Piano Recital
Monday, December 3, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall
Those partaking in woodwind, percussion, and advanced piano private lessons perform their semesters work at this recital. Dr. Edwin A. Ulrich (1897-1995) lived a life devoted to arts, business, and education. A resident of Dutchess County for nearly 60 years, Dr. Ulrich’s commitment to service continues to have a lasting impact in our community and at Marist College. His lifelong love of music began with classical piano and voice lessons in his youth. A music career in New York City included studies at Carnegie Hall and performances with the choruses of the Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic Symphony. Here in Dutchess County, Dr. Ulrich was the featured performer on his own radio show and was a founding member of the Dutchess County Arts Council. During his lifetime Dr. Ulrich supported the education and professional development of musicians, a legacy continued through the Dr. Edwin A. Ulrich Charitable Trust at Marist College.

Ulrich Brass & Strings Recital
Tuesday, December 4, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall
Those partaking in brass and strings private lessons showcase their semesters work at this recital. Dr. Edwin A. Ulrich (1897-1995) lived a life devoted to arts, business, and education. Please see above for more information on Dr. Ulrich.

Small Ensembles Concert
Wednesday, December 5, 8:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Symphonic Hall (MU 4001)
Marist College’s Small Music Ensembles perform their semesters work at this recital. Tentatively scheduled are the Woodwind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, and the Jazz Foxes.

Beginner Piano Recital
Thursday, December 6, 8:00pm 
Fusco Recital Hall
Beginner piano students perform their semesters work at this recital.

Private Voice Recital
Friday, December 7, 6:00pm 
Murray Student Center, Fusco Recital Hall 
Private voice students perform their semester’s work at this recital. 
 

About The Marist College Music Department
The Marist College Music Department is home to over 400 students who participate in any of 19 performing ensembles taking a variety of courses offered. Marist music students finds an atmosphere of individual care and attention to musical growth, where their skills can be used and enjoyed for a lifetime.

For more information, please contact:

The Marist College Music Department
3399 North Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
845-575-3242
michael.napolitano@marist.edu