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Garner Recital Hall
Garner Recital Hall is located in Engleman Hall (EN C112). Free parking is available in parking lot 12.
Spring 2025
Creative Music Orchestra
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU
Music Therapy students, under the direction of David Chevan, present a program curated and rehearsed by the group.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
An Afternoon of Song
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students of Rebecca Barko, Matthew Cimino, and Ellynne Plotnick perform selections from classical, jazz, and theater music.
The French Touch
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 7:30pm
Earl Hall 118
Solo and two piano works by Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, & Francis Poulenc.
String Ensemble
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU students perform solo and ensemble pieces for string from Baroque to modern, including original compositions.
University Choir & Chamber Singers
Monday, April 28, 2025, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU Choirs, Terese Gemme, director, perform mixed-voice arrangements from the contemporary and classical repertoire.
Music Department Showcase Recital
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 3:00pm
Garner Hall
Solo and small group performances by SCSU music majors and minors.
University Band
Thursday, April 29, 2025, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Creative Music Orchestra & Guitar Ensemble
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU Music Therapy students, under the direction of David Chevan, present a program curated and rehearsed by the group. The Guitar Ensemble is directed by Jim Martin.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Vocal Scenes Workshop
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students present scenes from popular musicals and operas, directed by Rebecca Barko
Fall 2024
Creative Music Orchestra
Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 1:00 pm
Garner Hall
Join us for a unique program of music curated, arranged, and performed by SCSU students under the direction of David Chevan.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass) and Rex Cadwallader (piano) are joined by a special guest to create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
An Afternoon of Song
Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 12:45 pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students Rebecca Barko, Matthew Cimino, and Ellynne Plotnick perform selections from classical, jazz, and theater music.
University Band
Thursday, November 14, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
The University Band, under the direction of Dr. Craig Hlavac, presents “Mysterioso,” a program featuring music ranging from poignant to comical by Holsinger, Mackey, Chance, and Sims.
Creative Music Orchestra & Guitar Ensemble
Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 1:00 pm
Garner Hall
SCSU Music Therapy students, under the direction of David Chevan, present a program curated and rehearsed by the group. The Guitar Ensemble is directed by Jim Martin.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
String Ensemble
Saturday, November 23, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
SCSU students perform solo and ensemble pieces for string from Baroque to modern, including original compositions.
University Choir & Chamber Singers
Monday, November 25, 2024, 7:30 pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU Choirs, Terese Gemme, director, perform mixed-voice arrangements from the contemporary and classical repertoire.